History of CSUN CM Golf Classic
For over two decades, the Construction Management Golf Classic at CSUN has stood as a cornerstone event bringing together industry leaders, alumni, and supporters of CSUN's Construction Management program. This annual tournament has evolved to become a catalyst for student success, providing essential funding for scholarships, competition participation, and cutting-edge educational resources.
Through this collaboration for 2024 alone, we've helped shape the future of construction management education, graduating over 200 successful professionals while maintaining a current enrollment of more than 162 students in our program. Through the generous support of our sponsors and participants, we maintain our commitment to preparing students for the construction industry upon graduation.
2024 CM Golf Classic Tournament
The 2024 Construction Management Golf Classic delivered another exceptional day of golf and networking at the scenic Moorpark Country Club on November 4th. Under the leadership of distinguished co-chairs David Honda of DH Consulting and Eric Wilson of E. Wilson Consulting, alongside a dedicated committee of industry professionals and CSUN faculty members, players enjoyed a full day of activities, beginning at 9:00 AM with a welcoming registration period featuring continental breakfast, an engaging chipping contest, and open access to the driving range.
The main event kicked off at 11:00 AM with a shotgun start, as teams competed in a four-person modified best ball format. Throughout the course, participants encountered exciting challenges, including specially designed par-3 contest holes and strategic competition areas. The day's festivities culminated in an elegant cocktail reception at 4:30 PM, followed by the signature 19th Hole Dinner Reception at 5:00 PM. This evening celebration honored both tournament champions and outstanding student achievements through scholarship presentations.
Proceeds directly supported student scholarships, enabled participation in the prestigious Associated Schools of Construction (ASC) Student Competition in Reno, Nevada, funded cutting-edge software and equipment acquisitions, and facilitated faculty development through national and regional conferences. These resources have proven essential in maintaining the program's American Council for Construction Education (ACCE) accreditation and ensuring graduates are ready to make immediate impacts in the construction industry.
Previous Year Tournaments
North Ranch Country Club hosted the 2023 Construction Management Golf Classic on October 9th, marking another successful year for this impactful industry event.
Competition was fierce throughout the day's four-person modified best ball format. Individual achievements highlighted the day's specialty contests, such as Dan Domenici and Megan Morrissey showcased power in the Longest Drive competition, while precision was on display as Greg Meneshian, Joe Morris, and David Honda claimed Straightest Drive honors on their respective holes. The morning began with excitement as Alexander Wilson started things off with a hole-in-one during the putting contest. Beyond the golf, the event continued it's long-standing strive for excellence at its core mission of supporting CSUN's Construction Management program and its students.
The 2022 Construction Management Golf Classic marked a significant milestone as the 20th anniversary of both the tournament and CSUN's Construction Management Program. Held on November 7th at North Ranch Country Club in Westlake Village, the event was particularly notable with Autodesk serving as the Title Sponsor and featuring a special recognition of Bernards.
The event featured a four-person modified best ball format, beginning with morning activities at 8:30 AM. Players enjoyed a range of competitions throughout the day, including chipping contests and challenging par-3 holes across the course's diverse layout. The day's schedule was carefully structured to maximize both networking and charitable impact, starting with morning registration and practice sessions, followed by a 10:30 AM shotgun start. The event concluded with an afternoon cocktail reception at 4:00 PM and the signature 19th Hole Dinner Reception at 5:00 PM, where tournament winners were celebrated and student scholarships were presented.
The 19th Annual Construction Management Golf Classic marked an important milestone in the event's history, taking place on September 27, 2021, at North Ranch Country Club in Westlake Village. In keeping with the times, the event adhered to the State of California, Los Angeles, and Ventura County Health Department guidelines during the COVID-19 pandemic, to align with CSUN's commitment to safety while maintaining still ensuring the tradition of CM Golf Classic continues.
The tournament featured Autodesk as the Title Sponsor, demonstrating the strong industry support for CSUN's Construction Management program. This event brought together a diverse committee of industry professionals and academics. Notable committee members included representatives from BERNARDS, L3 Harris, NASA JPL, and key CSUN faculty and staff.
The tournament day began at 8:30 AM with registration and morning activities, followed by an 11:00 AM shotgun start featuring a four-person best ball format. Special features included various par-3 challenges and on-course contests, with participants enjoying both breakfast and lunch during the day. The event concluded with a cocktail reception at 4:30 PM and a dinner reception at 5:30 PM, where tournament winners were celebrated and student scholarships were presented.
The 18th Annual Construction Management Golf Classic was to be held on April 13, 2020, at Valencia Country Club. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the tournament had to be cancelled.
The tournament was to utilize a four-person best ball format, beginning with morning registration at 9:00 AM and concluding with an evening reception at 5:30 PM. The day's schedule were to include multiple competitions and activities throughout the course, with special features like par-3 challenges and a "Beat the Pro" contest where participants could compete against an LPGA Futures Tour player. A National Long Drive Champion was going to be present to assist teams on a designated par-5 hole.