UCO PGA Professional Golf Management Program to Host Tournament Fundraiser, May 2
April 22, 2025
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The University of Central Oklahoma PGA Professional Golf Management (PGM) program will host a golf tournament fundraiser Friday, May 2, at Earlywine Golf Course in Oklahoma City. Registration begins at 11 a.m., followed by a shotgun start at 1 p.m.
The funds raised will provide financial support that allows the PGM program to provide cutting-edge technology and industry-leading education for its students, including student scholarships, equipment for its forthcoming state-of-the-art golf simulator room and various student growth and development initiatives.
"This tournament isn’t just about raising money. It directly impacts our students—providing scholarships that make a real difference in their education," said Farmer Schaeffer, assistant director of the UCO PGM program.
Current UCO PGM students plan and execute the tournament, which provides them with the unique opportunity to learn real-world event management skills.
"Everything we teach in the classroom is put into practice here, giving students hands-on experience running a professional event. This transformative learning sets our program apart," Schaeffer said.
Those interested in participating must compete in a four-person team and can sign up for $150 per person, with individuals who sign up being assigned to a team or $600 per team. Drink vouchers, tee gifts and food will be provided before play, as well as a dinner after the tournament. Participants will be eligible to receive prizes, such as season tickets to the Oklahoma City Thunder for the 2025-26 season, free burritos for a year from QDOBA Mexican Eats, gift cards and more.
Central’s PGA-accredited program is one of only 16 similar programs in the country and the only PGA golf management program in Oklahoma. The program seeks to graduate experts in the business and game of golf by merging a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in management with PGA-created curriculum and mandatory internships at golf courses. It provides extensive classroom courses, internship experience and opportunities for player development for aspiring PGA of America Members.
For more information and to register, visit go.uco.edu/PGMFundraiser.
For more information on UCO's PGM program, visit go.uco.edu/PGM.
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Cutline: The University of Central Oklahoma PGA Professional Golf Management (PGM) program will host a golf tournament fundraiser Friday, May 2, at Earlywine Golf Course in Oklahoma City. Registration begins at 11 a.m., followed by a shotgun start at 1 p.m. The funds raised provide critical financial support that allows the PGM program to provide cutting-edge technology and industry-leading education for its students.
