Bennett College made history Tuesday, November 4, by hosting the first official Equine Therapy session at an HBCU, held at the College’s SheCare Wellness Pods and presented in partnership with Proof of Puddin’ and Black Diamond.Under a clear fall sky, students, faculty, and staff gathered on the lawn to meet two therapy horses—Sunshine and Bam—for an afternoon of grounded, healing-centered programming designed to reduce stress and promote emotional regulation. Participants petted the horses, braided their manes, and walked with them across the grass. Throughout the session, the horses remained peaceful and calm, seemingly unfazed by the flurry of conversation, movement, and laughter around them.Alongside equine interaction, participants also explored art therapy on the deck of the Wellness Pods. Students spent time journaling, sketching, and creating small scrapbooks—activities that supported reflection, emotional processing, and mindful expression.
