Sara Steinhurst of West Branch, Mich., and Branden Tanko of Stevens Point, Wis., have been awarded a 2006 Joseph S. Garske Collegiate Grant by Par Aide funded by The Environmental Institute for Golf.
The $2,500 grant was established in honor of Par Aide company founder Joseph S. Garske. The program awards children of Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) members to assist in the funding of their education at an accredited college or trade school. The grant is renewable for a second year with proof of enrollment and a grade point average of 2.0 or higher.
"We believe it’s important to recognize the golf course superintendent for their tireless dedication to the game of golf," said Steve Garske, Par Aide president. "It’s great to be able to give something back to superintendents and their children."
Steinhurst will attend the University of Michigan in the fall and plans to study chemistry. Her father, Bob Steinhurst, is a 28-year GCSAA member and serves as the golf course superintendent at West Branch Country Club in West Branch, Mich. Tanko has renewed his scholarship for a second year at Minnesota State University-Mankato. He is studying aviation and holds a 4.0 GPA. His father, Gary S. Tanko, CGCS is a 19-year GCSAA member and is the golf course superintendent at Sentryworld Golf Course in Stevens Point, Wis.
Since 1954, Par Aide has been providing superior golf course accessories "Wherever Golf is Played." The family-owned company offers a full line of premium golf course accessories, including tee, green and practice area products, tools, and signage. Headquartered in Lino Lakes, Minn., Par Aide distributes products to golf courses through a worldwide network of dealers. For more information, visit www.paraide.com.
Celebrating its 80th anniversary, GCSAA is a leading golf organization, which has as its focus golf course management. Since 1926, GCSAA has been the top professional association for the men and women who manage golf courses in the United States and worldwide. From its headquarters in Lawrence, Kan., the association provides education, information and representation to more than 21,000 members in more than 72 countries. GCSAA’s mission is to serve its members, advance their profession and enhance the enjoyment, growth and vitality of the game of golf. Visit GCSAA at www.gcsaa.org.
The Environmental Institute for Golf, the philanthropic organization of the GCSAA, is a collaborative effort of the environmental and golf communities, dedicated to strengthening the compatibility of golf with the natural environment. The Institute concentrates on delivering programs and services involving research, education and outreach that communicate the best management practices of environmental stewardship on the golf course. For more on The Institute, visit www.eifg.org.
Contact:
Jeff Bollig, GCSAA Director of Communications
(800) 472-7878, ext. 4430
jbollig@gcsaa.org
