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Lee Schmidt (BS ’70) Recognized as Distinguished Ag Alumni last Weekend

Lee Schmidt was honored as a Distinguished Ag Alumni on April 2 on campus. Lee Schmidt has a distinguished career as a golf course designer and developer. Lee is a co-owner of Schmidt-Curley Golf Design and has been involved with the design and construction of over 70 golf courses throughout the world. Lee has developed…Read more about Lee Schmidt (BS ’70) Recognized as Distinguished Ag Alumni last Weekend[Read More]

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Jim Beard Awarded Honorary Doctorate from Purdue University

Dr. James B. Beard (MS ’59, PhD ’61) will be awarded Purdue Universities highest honor of Honorary Doctorate on May 15. Jim Beard has a distinguished career as a scientist, teacher, and a worldwide leader in the turfgrass industry. He has authored or coauthored 131 refereed papers, 216 research reports, 455 popular articles, and 7…Read more about Jim Beard Awarded Honorary Doctorate from Purdue University[Read More]

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