Name: Eric Langford
Hometown: Guthrie Center, IA
Major and Graduation Date: Horticulture with a specialization in turfgrass management, May 2016
Favorite ISU Class?: Agron 354: Soils and Plant Growth
Job Title & Company: Assistant Superintendent at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, Bandon, OR
Major Job/Position Responsibilities
Responsible for all activities related to the care and maintenance of the golf course, grounds, and equipment. Assist the Superintendent with planning and implementing budgets and operating plans. Hire, train and supervise staff. Responsibilities also include applying relevant landscaping, horticultural principles to assure that quality standards are consistently achieved and/or exceeded.
What you like most about your job/position?
Getting to maintain and present something that people can openly enjoy & appreciate. Being at the #1 golf resort in America is also a plus!
What advice would you give to current students pursuing a career in Agriculture and Life Sciences?
Don’t be afraid to follow a career path that you really enjoy. Having passion for something you do every day makes life better!