Student Experience

Rise to Shine with 4 action-packed, interactive days for students to discover, learn, test, demo, connect and grow.

Don't miss all the ways the GCSAA Conference and Trade Show can make you and your future shine.

See the full schedule for more details on events.

FREE registration

GCSAA Student members receive a FREE Full Pack registration.

Monday

Rise to Shine: Igniting Transformation

Awaken your potential at the journey's start with classroom and hands-on education. Get a jump start on your career with education from industry leaders.

• ENHANCED EDUCATION: Don't miss seminars with students in mind.

Connect with peers and experts from around the world:

• MONDAY NIGHT WELCOME RECEPTION: Unwind and enjoy the night air while making connections at Canyon on Third.
  

Tuesday

Rise to Shine: Expanding Horizons

Innovate your future, dive into knowledge, and forge relationships.

• IMMERSIVE EDUCATION: Check out the Interactive Facility Tours and don't forget education with students in mind.

And, continue to expand your network:

• TUESDAY DEDICATED EXHIBITOR EVENTS: Spend time with the industry partners who provide the products and services that will be key to your career.

Wednesday

Rise to Shine: Exploring what is NEW

Discover more ways to be efficient and effective.

Stop by the trade show before the excitement of the Turf Bowl. Plus, start your day off with the Sunrise Celebration.

• MAKE THE CONNECTIONS with industry partners who will shape your future at the trade show. 
• TURF BOWL TIME: It's the top competition for collegiate turf students.
  

Thursday

Rise to Shine: The Ultimate Celebration of YOU

A spectacular celebration of achievements and friendship to springboard your success for the coming year!

• DEMO exhibitors' products and services that you will use in the future.
  
• WIN BIG with giveaways of products and other prizes. 
• EVEN MORE opportunities and education on the Trade Show Floor. 
• VISIT GOLF’S SUSTAINABILITY SHOWCASE this interactive area will feature a tee box, fairway and green with a variety of interactive stations outside the Phoenix Convention Center at Canyon on Third.
• GCSAA SEND-OFF CELEBRATION, presented in partnership with John Deere, this can't-miss finale features the GCSAA Collegiate Turf Bowl champions and more.

Special events

Be a part of these special events:

• GCSAA ANNUAL MEETING be there Thursday morning.

Book travel

BOOK NOW: Reserve your spot in the Student Housing Block to save.