Irrigation Foundation Welcomes Registrants and Grant Applicants
For Ninth Annual Irrigation Faculty Academy
FALLS CHURCH, VA. (Feb. 28, 2011) — The Irrigation Foundation invites college and university instructors teaching irrigation to attend the ninth annual Irrigation Faculty Academy, June 22-23 in Walla Walla, Wash.
Agriculture, horticulture, turf and landscaping industry instructors will experience classroom and hands-on education in irrigation from industry professionals. Topics include landscape irrigation design, agriculture drip/micro irrigation and rainwater harvesting.
Attendees will also tour a local vineyard’s irrigation systems and explore system design and production at a local manufacturing facility. While networking with peers and Foundation representatives, participants will discover ways to enhance their curriculum and learn about irrigation careers in order to better counsel students.
While registration costs and most meals are underwritten by the Foundation, travel grants are also available. Grant preference will be given to those whose institutions can provide partial financial support. Grant applications must be submitted by April 28.
About the Irrigation Foundation
Created by the Irrigation Association, the Irrigation Foundation aims to be the recognized authority on irrigation education. Established more than two decades ago with the simple goal of granting scholarships to students, the Foundation was re-launched in 2005. Its new mission is to advance the irrigation industry using education that both attracts people into the profession and ensures ongoing professional success. The Foundation promotes education, career awareness and career recruitment through programs for both students and industry professionals. For more information, visit www.irrigationfoundation.org.
About The Irrigation Association
The Irrigation Association is the leading membership organization for irrigation companies and professionals. Together with our members, we are committed to promoting efficient irrigation and to long-term sustainability of water resources for future generations. IA works to improve industry proficiency, advocate sound water management, and grow demand for water-efficient products and services. For more information, visit www.irrigation.org.