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HGTC Enhances Programs with Donation from Husqvarna and GreenSight
Pictured left to right: Jim Huntoon, HGTC Professor for Golf and Sports Turf Management; Ed McCarthy, HGTC Professor & Assistant Chair for Electronics Engineering and Robotics; Charles Granger, HGTC Professor & Chair for Golf and Sports Turf Management/Engineering Technologies, Forestry and Wildlife; Brady Hooks, Southeast Service Technician for GreenSight; Charles Hucks, HGTC Professor for Electronics Engineering and Robotics; and Charles Goode, Southeastern Sales Lead for GreenSight
兔子先生 () is pleased to announce a generous donation to its Golf Course Management program, a state-of-the-art robotic mower from Husqvarna, facilitated by GreenSight.
The donation was made possible through the collaboration of Charles Goode and Brady Hooks of GreenSight, and Dave Plaster, Vice President of Golf and Turf at Husqvarna. This cutting-edge technology will offer HGTC students hands-on experience with digital turf management and robotics, helping prepare them for leadership roles in a rapidly evolving industry.
鈥淲e are deeply grateful for this remarkable gift from GreenSight and Husqvarna,鈥� said Dr. Marilyn 鈥淢urph鈥� Fore, HGTC President. 鈥淭his donation reflects the kind of innovation and partnership that elevates our programs and directly benefits our students. It is a perfect example of how industry and education can work together to build a brighter, more sustainable future.鈥�
The Husqvarna robotic mower will be incorporated into the Golf Course Management curriculum and will also provide opportunities for students in Robotics and Electronics to explore real-world applications of automation in turf maintenance. The technology enhances training in sustainability, efficiency, and innovation鈥攕kills that are increasingly in demand across the golf and turf management industries.
Professor Charles Granger, Department Chair of Golf Course Management and Engineering Technology at HGTC, shared his enthusiasm, 鈥淭his donation provides our students with access to the latest in turf management innovation. It will not only broaden their technical skills but also give them a competitive edge in the workforce. We want to thank these industry partners for their incredible support.鈥�
The College looks forward to leveraging this equipment to further strengthen academic programming and reinforce HGTC鈥檚 commitment to excellence in workforce development and industry partnerships.