Funded by Allan MacCurrach III and the PGA Tour, the award recognizes an outstanding non-traditional student seeking a career in the field of golf course and turfgrass management.
$10,000 check made payable to the student and school
An expenses-paid trip to the GCSAA Conference and Trade Show
Must be be enrolled in a recognized collegiate undergraduate program or technical school in a major field related to golf course management and turfgrass science. (Seniors graduating prior to the application deadline of June 1 are ineligible.)
Must be planning a career as a golf course superintendent or closely related professional discipline.
Must be GCSAA member.
Must be 23 years of age or older and seeking a second degree or new career in golf course and turfgrass management.
Preference will also be given to applicants from historically underrepresented groups.
Children of those employed by the GCSAA Foundation’s Board of Trustees, the GCSAA Board of Directors, and GCSAA staff are not eligible for this program.
Applicants will be notified of their status by Aug. 1.
Applicants will be evaluated based on academic achievement, potential to become a leading professional, and employment history. In addition, the student must ask for a letter of recommendation to be completed by a superintendent, academic advisor, or employer and provided by the June 1 deadline.
This is required for each application and should be submitted by June 1 of the year of application.
If the candidate is turning in the Letter of Recommendation, they may attach it as a PDF file in the application form.
If the Reference is turning in the Letter of Recommendation, they may email it directly to Yasmin Etienne.
Previous recipients are not eligible to apply for a second award.
Questions? Contact Yasmin Etienne, specialist, First Green and workforce development, at 800-472-7878, ext. 3645.
Applications are now closed.