Penn State Turfgrass Science Students Receive Awards at National Meeting
The Foundation for Safer Athletic Field Environments has awarded scholarships to 10 students who are pursuing a degree that will prepare them to become sports field managers. The Toro Company Foundation funds a major portion of the scholarship program. Students who are in two-year, four-year and graduate programs are eligible to submit an application.
Students were required to fill out a comprehensive application form and information sheet, write a biographical essay, submit recommendations from an employer and faculty advisor, and provide a copy of their most recent transcript. Students are judged on their academic preparation, experience in sports turf management, their professional goals as well as their potential to make a future impact in the industry.
Three Penn State students were honored with scholarships.
Nathan Bickerstaff, a student in the four year program, has worked for a number of years on the Beaver Stadium Grounds Crew and during the summer of 2005 completed his internship with the Baltimore Ravens.
Gregg Yeich, a student in the four year program, has worked various turf-related jobs. He completed his internship during the summer of 2005 at Lebanon Valley College in Annville, PA.
Jim Brosnan, a graduate student pursuing his Ph.D. under the direction of Dr. Andrew McNitt, was presented with the Dr. James Watson Scholarship.