Taking a swing at education

Taking a swing at education

Dunedin Businesses are lining up to take a swing at education! Twenty-four teams of four are taking part in The Otago Polytechnic Education Golf Open this Friday.

The tournament raises money for the Otago Polytechnic Education Foundation which funds opportunities for students and staff to work on community projects.

One of last year’s recipients, Nicole Herron, studied strength and conditioning at La Plata Rugby Club in Argentina on a six-week work placement. She says the Education Foundation funding was a tremendous help.

“It meant I could concentrate on learning; I didn’t have to worry about how I was going to pay for my travel”.

Mike Waddell, Director of Communications, says the Education Open is a particularly important day on the Otago Polytechnic calendar.

“The funds raised at this event mean our staff and students can continue to explore extended areas of their chosen fields. It helps us to find a solution when they want to take a further educational step and become even more involved in the world.”

Otago Polytechnic Education Open 2017:
When: Friday 24 February
Where: Chisolm Links Golf Course
Schedule:
11:00 registration
11:40 Tournament Briefing
12:00-5:00 Education Open Golf
5:00 Buffet Dinner, entertainment, fundraising auction and prize-giving.

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