Columns

What is the real cost of education?

October 22, 2014 By Karl Danneberger, Ph.D.

This fall marks the first time I have not written a college tuition check for one or both of my sons in seven years. While celebrating my newfound financial freedom, I came across a blog by former Secretary of Labor ...

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All-in on LinkedIn

September 24, 2014 By Seth Jones

I have got my Dear Abby hat on because this month I’m writing an advice column: Dear reader, if you’re not already, get on LinkedIn. ¶ If you are on there, make sure your profile is up-to-date, professional and polished. ...

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Observing California’s drought

September 24, 2014 By Joel Jackson

I was recently in California and was able to take a firsthand look at the drought forcing golf courses to come under tough restrictions on water use. I’ve been following the articles and postings online and I’m always encouraged when ...

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Are you ready for some Fantasy Greenkeeping?

September 24, 2014 By Matt Neff

In my opinion, the massive popularity NFL football currently enjoys has virtually nothing to do with the game itself, but everything to do with fantasy football and gambling. I think we can all agree, given the similarities between golf maintenance ...

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Southeast Asia’s complicated caddy program

September 24, 2014 By Karl Danneberger, Ph.D.

Having lunch with superintendents and club managers in Thailand and Malaysia is not much different than lunch with their counterparts here in the United States. Small talk is on agronomic issues, golf and golfers — all at an enthusiastic level. ...

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Inside the USGA Turfgrass and Environmental Research Committee

September 24, 2014 By Clark Throssell, Ph.D.

Early August is the time of year when the USGA Turfgrass and Environmental Research Committee meets to review research proposals and decide which research projects to fund. I have the good fortune to serve on the committee. With the approval ...

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