GCSAA, ASTMA bring First Green STEM education to Australia May 2, 2023 The associations have joined forces to introduce more students to careers in STEM and the golf industry.
The state of turfgrass research and education March 29, 2023 While the glory days may be behind us, there is still a viable path to ensure universities are producing the next generation of superintendents.
A golf course superintendent’s guide to success March 22, 2023 In six months, Ben Anderson, CGCS, achieved Class A status, volunteered at his first tournament and began an MBA. He’s just getting started.
Driven to Excel: Textron’s high school outreach initiative March 2023 Students in the RPM program created by Textron Specialized Vehicles have overcome personal obstacles to build their lives and boost a company.
Travis Campbell awarded the inaugural Larry Powell Scholarship January 31, 2023 Campbell is completing a two-year certification program at Rutgers Center for Turfgrass Science
First Green goes pro at Torrey Pines January 25, 2023 San Diego GCSA hosts 60 middle school students for STEM event held in conjunction with the PGA Tour’s Farmers Insurance Open.
GCSAA, BIGGA collaborate to bring First Green STEM education program to the UK January 25, 2023 The two turf professional organizations will work together to implement education programs for students in the UK.
Proud Papa: John Newton, CGCS, wins the 2023 Col. John Morley Award January 2023 A mentor to many and friend to all, Newton, an Iowa golf luminary, will receive the award at the 2023 GCSAA Conference and Trade Show
Fred Yelverton to receive 2023 GCSAA Outstanding Contribution Award January 3, 2023 The North Carolina State University professor and Extension specialist will be honored during the 2023 GCSAA Conference and Show in Orlando.
What’s the big idea: We’re all recruiters December 2022 Outreach programs play a valuable role in recruiting the industry’s future.
Three big lessons from the 2022 Green Start Academy December 16, 2022 For industry professionals, turf knowledge is only a small part of a bigger leadership puzzle.
Leading by example: How superintendents can inspire and boost buy-in from their teams December 2022 The most-inspired leaders serve as an example to others that the pinnacle of leadership is reached when you care more about others standing atop the summit than you do about your own view.
Operation Double Eagle success stories November 9, 2022 A Georgia workforce-development program gives veterans skills to succeed in the golf industry, and they’re taking advantage.
Melrose Leadership Academy, Equipment Management Experience to send 12 GCSAA members to the GCSAA Conference and Trade Show November 8, 2022 Melrose programs for superintendents, equipment managers provide professional development, networking and educational opportunities
Listen up: Golf course industry podcasts November 2022 As podcasting’s popularity has grown, golf course superintendents have been having their say.
Five decades of GCSAA's certification program September 2022 A former association president reflects on the program's the past, present and future.
Elliott Pope earns top award in GCSAA Scholars Competition September 27, 2022 Twenty-three students will receive scholarships for golf/turf management or related fields.
EXCEL Leadership Program names eight assistant superintendents to fifth class September 20, 2022 Funded by Nufarm, the EXCEL Leadership Program offers leadership training for future leaders in golf course management.
Purdue turfgrass program running at full steam September 2022 The Boilermakers' field day featured cutting-edge research and promising future facility plans.
GCSAA announces the 2022 Par Aide Garske Grant winners September 13, 2022 Par Aide sponsors scholarship program for children of superintendents