Graduate Research Assistant for Dr. John Sorochan. Work while pursuing a Master’s of Science in Plant Sciences. Specialty of research in golf course management and areas of creeping bentgrass putting greens management with CO2 enrichment for increase photosynthetic efficiency.
Michigan State University- 2001 to 2005:
Turf related research for Dr. John Rogers. Worked directly under Tim Vanini (Doctoral Graduate Student). Specialty of research in sports field management and related areas of turfgrass wear tolerances in sports conditions.
Hancock Turfgrass Research Facility (MSU)
Bel Air Golf and Country Club- Summer 2003:
Second Assistant to Superintendent (internship). Responsible for 10-15 crewmembers at any one time. Gained valuable experience with warm season grass. Mentored by a Master Greenskeeper (Brian Sullivan).
Lochmoor Golf and Country Club- Grosse Pointe , MI:
Greens Staff; Two and a Half Months of summer 2002. Mastered aspects of machinery use and maintenance. Began responsibilities including spray technician and crew supervisor.
Selfridge Air National Guard Base Golf Coarse:
S.A.N.G. Base, MI; Greens Staff 1998-2001.
(Summer Employment for High School)
Hockey Referee 1995-Present:
Ten years running. National District Officiating Seminar Participant. USA Hockey Certified Level 4.
North American Hockey League Referee and CCHA candidate.
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