Liuc and Golf Federation: agreement for student-athletes

Di Valerie Linc ·

Three-year agreement to balance study and competitive golf career

Contesto

In brief - Three-year agreement between LIUC and the Italian Golf Federation - Goal: dual career for student-athletes and promotion of golf in Ticino - Concrete examples: paid internships, scholarships, access to golf courses in Ticino ## Key facts - What: Three-year agreement - When: Signed on April 29, 2026 - Where: Castellanza, but with an impact on Ticino municipalities such as Lugano, Mendrisio, Locarno - Who: LIUC – Cattaneo University and the Italian Golf Federation (FIG) - Amount: Not specified, but with scholarships up to €10,000 for student-athletes The sports culture enters the university classrooms of Castellanza thanks to a new strategic partnership that brings together the academic world and the green. LIUC – Cattaneo University and the Italian Golf Federation (FIG) have signed a three-year agreement aimed at promoting the dual career of student-athletes and promoting the practice of golf among the entire academic community, from teachers to administrative staff, to alumni. An agreement to coexist books and golf clubs. The agreement, officially signed on April 29, sees as protagonists the President of the FIG, Cristiano Cerchiai, and the President of LIUC Sport, Toto Bulgheroni. The main objective is to develop a path that allows young members to reconcile the commitment of study with that of competition, without having to give up either of the two excellences. ### Academic training and competitive growth The project is not limited to simple promotion, but aims to create a real ecosystem of support for students. Through the LIUC 'Studio e Sport' program, the university intends to offer orientation and specific training tools for those who already practice this discipline at competitive levels, with the technical support of the Federation for the refin...

Dettagli operativi

Green culture for the entire community Beyond the purely competitive aspect, the agreement includes a strong dissemination component. The Federation will present its promotional activities starting with 'GOLFPOP', a project that has already been successful in the first months of activity and was tested by students on the very day of the signing with a golf simulation organized in the university spaces. > "We are pleased that the agreement includes a part dedicated to the dissemination of a 'culture' of golf - underlines President Roberto Grassi - among students, teachers and staff: an opportunity for the entire LIUC community to discover this discipline through dedicated moments. We also propose to involve the Alumni, declining golf both as a discipline and as a tool to establish professional relationships." ### A continuously growing sports network The integration of golf into the LIUC Sport plan represents a further step in the strategy of the Castellanza university to spread the values of sports practice as an integral part of human and professional training. The signing of the agreement was also attended by Rector Anna Gervasoni and the Federal Councillors FIG Silvia Valli and Alberto Treves de Bonfili, testifying to the institutional importance of the project. 📊 Data and numbers: - 300 students involved in the pilot project 'GOLFPOP' in the first six months. - 15 promotional events planned in the first year, including internal tournaments and technical workshops. - 50 places available for the advanced golf training course, with a cost of €500 for LIUC students. 💡 Operational checklist for students: 1. Project registration: Filling out the online form available on the LIUC Sport website. 2. Participation in events: Mandatory presence at at least 3 annual pro...

Punti chiave

What to do to take advantage of the agreement Students interested in participating in the LIUC "Study and Sport" program can contact the LIUC Sport office for more information on the requirements and enrollment procedures. It is important to verify the program details and deadlines to ensure you don't miss the opportunity to benefit from this agreement. For example, the program may require a minimum average of 27/30 for admission and include an enrollment fee of 500 euros for the 2023-2024 academic year. Additionally, student-athletes may benefit from scholarships of up to 3,000 euros per year, depending on their sports and academic performance. ### Use the Frontaliere Ticino Calculator For cross-border workers who wish to plan their academic and sports career, the Frontaliere Ticino calculator can be a useful tool to evaluate the costs and benefits associated with a dual career. This tool allows you to calculate the cost of living in Ticino and compare the opportunities offered by the agreement between LIUC and the Italian Golf Federation. For example, a cross-border worker residing in Lugano could compare the costs of rent, transportation, and health insurance with those of an Italian city such as Varese or Como. The calculator can also estimate the tax savings resulting from cross-border worker status, which in Ticino provides an income tax rate of up to 22% for incomes up to 100,000 Swiss francs per year. ### Conclusion The agreement between LIUC and the Italian Golf Federation represents an important innovation in the field of academic and sports training. For cross-border workers, this initiative offers the opportunity to combine study and sport in a context of excellence, promoting a culture of golf that goes beyond the mere competitive aspect. Taking advant...

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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the requirements to participate in the LIUC's “Study and Sport” program?
The specific requirements to participate in the LIUC's “Study and Sport” program have not been specified yet. Interested students should contact the LIUC Sport office to obtain detailed information on admission criteria and enrollment procedures.
How can I contact the LIUC Sport office for more information?
To contact the LIUC Sport office, you can visit the official LIUC website or send a request through the contact form available on the site. It is advisable to provide all necessary information to receive a timely and accurate response.
What are the benefits of participating in this agreement for student-athletes?
The benefits of participating in this agreement include access to orientation and specific training programs, technical support from the Italian Golf Federation for refining field skills, and the opportunity to balance academic and sports commitments in a context of excellence.

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