P R O G R A M E X C L U S I V E
Miss Elaine Heads Into Retirement
by Daniel Soehren, PGA
Assistant, Miss Elaine White. After dedicating an incredible 28 consecutive years to the program, she decided that it was time to move forward into retirement. After a knee reconstruction surgery in early July and several rehabilitation sessions later, Miss E is ready to embark on a new chapter in her life.
In honor of her retirement, I was able to sit down with Miss E for a brief Q&A session:
Q: What is your fondest memory of the Program?
A: WOW! So many special memories! Working with Dr. Roland Jones provided LOTS of great memories. His vision for a PGA Golf Management Program at Mississippi State inspired us all. Jeff Adkerson has carried on his passion to make the MSU/PGA Golf Management Program outstanding. I enjoy sharing details about the Program when people asked what I did at Mississippi State.
Q: What will you miss most about the Program?
A: I miss the students. Watching them become young adults as they moved through the Program, getting to know some of their parents, and then following their careers as PGA Golf Professionals. I will miss hearing their stories. They were my first go to resource for computer or iPhone problems.
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Q: What do think will be your lasting impact on the Program?
A: I think having a golf tournament named after me along with the unique “Ms. E bobble head" trophy is truly a special honor. The tournament was created by a PGM Club President who thought very highly of me. Also, I think being known as "Miss E" will serve as part of my legacy. I am sure there are many amusing stories that I will be remembered for, but that can be said of all experiences at a university.
Q: What are some of your goals for retirement?
A: Hey, its retirement do I need goals?! I am staying in Starkville so will be enjoying MSU sports, theatre productions and other activities. Right now I am playing golf, taking some classes (art and history), traveling (possibly visiting graduates at their golf courses), and enjoying leisure starts every day! Also, I will be paying close attention to how the PGA Golf Management Program progresses.
Q: What message would you like to leave with current and future students?
A: Your university and PGA Golf Management Program offer many opportunities...take advantage of ALL of them. Get involved, make wise choices, build friendships (many will last a lifetime), and enjoy the experience. We never know how many lives we touch and leave impressions with.
As I mentioned, my time associated with MSU/PGA Golf Management has provided a lifetime of memories. A big THANKS to all.
On behalf of the PGA Golf Management Staff and Student body, we would like to wish Ms. E a fun, relaxing retirement, and we hope to see her pop into the office from time to time!
he summer of 2013 brought about a great deal of change, none greater than the departure of our beloved Administrative
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