Cara grew up on Long Island, New York and started riding when she was seven years old. She got her first pony at age 10 and competed in the local hunter-jumper circuit throughout middle school and high school. She joined the riding team at the University of Virginia, where she completed her Bachelor’s of Arts degree in economics and psychology.

She decided to pursue a career in veterinary medicine during her last year at UVa, and spent the two years after undergrad preparing to apply to vet school. She attended the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Medicine in Edinburgh, Scotland and graduated in May of 2026. Cara enjoys all aspects of equine medicine, with a special interest in reproduction, foal, and donkey medicine.

In her free time, Cara enjoys long-distance running, reading, traveling, and spending time with her cat, Mao. She is excited to be back in Virginia and looking forward to her year at Piedmont!