Staff Profile

Emma Eldridge was appointed Head Livestock Judging Coach at Colby Community College in August 2025, returning to her alma mater after competing on the Trojan Livestock Judging Team from 2021 to 2023. During her time at Colby, she also served as the Animal Science Barn Manager and assisted with bull sales, classroom laboratories, veterinary technology courses, and student judging clinics.

Eldridge earned associate degrees in arts and science from Colby before transferring to Oklahoma State University, where she was a member of the 2024 Reserve National Champion Livestock Judging Team. She is expected to complete her bachelor’s degree in general studies with an emphasis in animal science in December 2025.

She also gained valuable livestock management experience working with Black Label Cattle Company and Colyer Herefords and Angus.

Eldridge is passionate about developing the next generation of livestock evaluators and leaders, emphasizing strong academic performance, work ethic, and competitive success while actively recruiting students to join the Colby livestock judging program.