Pat Gavin

Pat Gavin is a College Professor and PGA Golf Management Director at New Mexico State University's College of Business. He holds a Master of Business Administration (1991) and a Bachelor of Business Administration (1987) from NMSU, with concentrations in Professional Golf Management and Marketing. His expertise spans PGA Golf Management and Marketing, focusing on hospitality, sports management, and retail strategies.

• Education:
• MBA, New Mexico State University, July 1991
• Bachelor of Business Administration, NMSU, May 1987 (Marketing Major, Human Resource Management Minor)

He received the 2014 PGA Horton Smith Award (National), recognizing his contributions to the field. Gavin serves as Faculty Advisor for the PGA Golf Management Living and Learning Community and the Professional Gold Management Student Association (PGMSA). He also sits on the Board of Directors for the Sun Country Professional Golfer's Association.

His professional roles include administrative and academic leadership in golf management education, bridging industry practices with academic training. Contact details include his office at Business Complex 127 and mailing address MSC 3AD, Las Cruces, NM 88003.