Dr. Eric Handley

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Eric Handley is an Associate Teaching Professor at Penn State's College of Health and Human Development, where he serves as the Director of the Golf Teaching and Research Center. He oversees various functions of the center, including research projects, player development programs, golf instruction classes, and club fittings for both students in the PGA Golf Management program and the general public. Eric earned a Master’s Degree from North Carolina State University and has been involved in various player development programs in the PGA Golf Management sector. He coordinates a comprehensive player performance program that collaborates with six PGA Professionals, emphasizing Golfer Performance, Biomechanics of Golf, Fitness and Functional Movement, and Golf Operations Management. Before joining Penn State in 2005, he worked as a Golf Professional at private country clubs in Durham, NC, and Duluth, GA, bringing valuable experience to his academic role.

Research Interests

Experience

Director

— Present

Golf Teaching and Research Center • Penn State University

Oversees various functions of the golf teaching and research center, including research projects and player development programs.

Senior Instructor

— Present

Penn State University PGA Golf Management program • Penn State University

Teaches golf instruction classes and coordinates comprehensive player performance programs.

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Writing Sample
  • Official Transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.