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UOG Golf Challenge Raises Over $20,000 for Student Scholarships

UOG Golf Challenge Raises Over $20,000 for Student Scholarships

UOG Golf Challenge Raises Over $20,000 for Student Scholarships


4/3/2025
Man in red button up shirt and hat prepares to swing golf club outdoors
Roland San Nicolas, Associate Professor of Library Science at the 91¿ì²¥, readies his swing at the 91¿ì²¥ Golf Challenge held at Country Club of the Pacific on March 30, 2025.
A large group of people associated with golf and UOG hold pose for a group photo outdoors, some holding up Triton hand sign
Golfers, organizers, and sponsors hold up the Trident hand sign at the University of Guam Golf Challenge held at Country Club of the Pacific on March 30, 2025. The event raised over $20,000 to be used for student scholarships in UOG’s College Affordability Initiative.
People in a lign swing golf club at golf challenge area outdoors in grass
Golfers line up to “Drive Education Fore-ward†at the 91¿ì²¥ Golf Challenge held at Country Club of the Pacific on March 30, 2025. The event raised over $20,000 to be used for student scholarships in UOG’s College Affordability Initiative.
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The 91¿ì²¥ proudly celebrated the successful launch of its first-ever UOG Golf Driving Range Challenge: “Driving Higher Education Fore-ward!†on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at the Country Club of the Pacific in Windward Hills. As the final event of UOG Charter Month, it brought together students, businesses, alumni, and community members to rally around a shared mission—making higher education more accessible.

Thanks to the overwhelming generosity of sponsors, participants, and supporters, the event raised more than $20,000 for the University’s College Affordability Initiative. Through managed by the , the initiative supports students needing financial assistance to stay on course to earn their degrees.

The family-friendly day featured engaging activities and competitions, including “Longest Drive†and “Straightest Drive,†offering fun, friendly rivalry while championing a meaningful cause.

UOG President Dr. Anita Borja Enriquez shared her gratitude, stating: “We are truly thankful for the support of our sponsors and the community. The funds raised through this event demonstrate the impact of a collaborative effort for a worthy cause.â€

Dr. Enriquez also recognized the leadership of the UOG Endowment Foundation, event co-chairs, student volunteers, and all event sponsors and donors.

“Together, we are driving higher education forward and helping students achieve their academic goals.â€