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@GuelphTurf The energy around any campus on the first week of school is absolutely electric. So much engagement, positivity, hope and a shared pursuit of personal exploration and a desire to grow. Love it!! A very warm welcome to our 31 incoming Diploma in Turfgrass Management students.

Not sure who is more excited for the start of the Diploma in Turfgrass Management semester – the students or Program Manager Cam Shaw #GuelphTurf #UofG #OAC #BackToSchool

From the Guelph Turfgrass Institute to the U.S. Open, Connor Brown is applying the knowledge and experience he gained through #UofG’s Diploma in Turfgrass Management (DTM) program at one of golf’s most prestigious tournaments. Learn more: uoguel.ph/4hu76

Near capacity for our March Open House DTM information session. Awesome to see so many young people interested in this career path and supported by their families & friends. Fresh new logo too!! Looking forward to seeing everyone this September!

DTM students getting their chainsaw safety, maintenance and operator training this weekend. Love this!!

Ever wondered what it’s like to manage a golf course in Bermuda? Jayson Jackson, the superintendent at Port Royal & Ocean View Golf Course, will be sharing his expertise on working with high-end properties in tropical climates. Join us February 13th at Cutten Fields for his FREE public lecture! Register today at bit.ly/3PKAxdl to save your spot! #TurfGrassManagement #GolfCourseLife #SuperintendentInResidence #TropicalTurf #Presentation

Just in case you missed the previous announcements, we will be hosting a virtual info night for the U of G's Diploma in Turfgrass Management (DTM) program tomorrow evening @ 7:00pm. Registration is required in order to attend. See link below.

Volunteer opportunity in Mexico in The Riviera Maya, near Cancun for our new Korn Ferry Tournament. Andres Novo , @novo_gcs is the superintendent will provide more info. April 27 - May 4. Please forward along & retweet. forms.gle/6CoqGEYLDbptnx…

A great opportunity to continue your craft, stay involved with the industry, and be closer to the research and academic side of turfgrass management…. Perhaps a bit more work life balance too!

We are looking for a candidate with turf management experience to join the team as the Station Manager. This role works closely with our faculty and is responsible for maintaining high-quality turf surfaces used for research. Apply now at: careers.uoguelph.ca/job/Guelph-Man… #UofGuelph #Careers #Turfgrass

Giving Tuesday is a movement that encourages people to do good! We are still in the process of fundraising to complete our move! The GTI is in need of a Maintenance Facility. Your donations will support the future of turfgrass research at the University of Guelph Visit this site to donate to the "Guelph Turfgrass Institute Relocation Project": bbis.alumni.uoguelph.ca/BBIS_Cannon/gi… #GivingTuesday #GuelphTurf #SupportResearch

Approaching the end of another fantastic semester of field trips w\ the @UofGuelphOAC Turf Diploma students. Stopped in @BMOField to visit w/ @BMOGrounds team plus a great day w/ Slack Reel Services to learn more about reel mower grinding and set up.

Great opportunity to join our team! Check it out.

It’s been a perfect fall for turf field trips! Weather has been ☀️😃!@greenhorizonsod last week to learn about sod production - Toronto GC this week to learn about pest control, winter prep activities, 🌲🌳 removals & private club operations. @BMOField is next…. 👍🏻 ❤️ 🌾

@GuelphTurf You can also DM me a name and email address.

We will be hosting a Virtual Turf Program information Night on Friday November 8th at 5:00PM. The presentation will be approximately 25 minutes and include information on careers in turfgrass, our curriculum, summer internship program, the student experience, as well as some helpful information on the application process. Please email Program Manager Cam Shaw at cshaw12@uoguelph.ca to receive the meeting link. #GuelphTurf #UofGuelph #Turfgrass #Golf #SportsFields #Lawncare #SodFarming

Second last call to get your name in for our @UofGuelphOAC fall DTM virtual info night on Friday Nov 8 at 5PM. We will discuss turf careers, curriculum, student life, summer internships, admissions & more. Q & A at the end. DM names and email addresses to me for invite ASAP.

Today was our 3rd annual etiquette luncheon hosted by our friends @CuttenFields. Amazing opportunity for @UofGuelphOAC turf students to build professional networks, brush up on life skills & have fun while doing it. Massive shout out to @TurfPlantProd for supporting the event.

@mleggturf @GuelphTurf @SyngentaTurfCA @UofGTurfClub That’s a great photo!!! Thank you for coming out the play. It was an awesome showing - a record number of alumni in attendance!

Yesterday was a great day supporting the DTM program and @GuelphTurf. Always fun to spend a beautiful Autumn 🍂 day with faculty, fellow past graduates, and current students. The DeCorso family had Vic East in great shape - as always. @SyngentaTurfCA @UofGTurfClub

I will be hosting a “DTM Info Night” later this fall. Held virtually ~6pm, it will include basic info on the program, student life, admissions & offer an opportunity for Q&A. DM me if you are interested or wish to sign someone else up. All are welcome. Date TBA @GuelphTurf

Carried on the @UofGTurfClub first year tradition. What a great night!

I didn’t get any photos of the courses from our tour unfortunately…. Maybe @PalmerSpoorny did? Feel free to post. Property is always jaw dropping!

Always a phenomenal visit to @TPC_Toronto w/ the #GuelphTurf students. Shop tours, talks on irrigation, thatch management, fescue management, renovations & prep to host @RBCCanadianOpen in 2025. The new home for @GolfCanada too! Students loved it. Many thanks to our hosts! 🙏🏻