Diana Vargas has always been interested in hospitality and travel. Missouri State University’s hospitality leadership program gave Vargas the best of both worlds with a hospitality leadership degree. “I was looking for the best program, and I found MSU,” Vargas said. Finding the right path Vargas grew up in Bogotá, Colombia. She started going to a community college in … [Read more...] about Falling in love with hospitality leadership, Springfield
Dr. Deborah Larson seated at an editing bay in Strong Hall control room. Photo Credit: Conci Nelson, 2019 One year ago this past September, I met Dr. Deborah Larson practically in passing when she was in the throws of post-production for the Season 3 premiere of “Show-Me Chefs.” This was long before I ever imagined I would GoMaroon within the next calendar year by … [Read more...] about One, two, three, four: “Show-Me Chefs” returns once more
The hospitality industry is fast-paced and ever changing. How do hospitality leadership faculty stay current on the latest trends? They complete externships. Hotel Nikko faculty externship Most recently, two faculty spent a week at Hotel Nikko (starting July 15) to observe all operation systems. Their goal was to connect with industry and incorporate the information in their … [Read more...] about Hospitality leadership faculty complete externship
If there’s one thing Aaren (Williamson) Muex knows how to do, it’s coordinate large-scale projects and events. She coordinated computer networks for her first corporate jobs after college, and now coordinates weddings and special events through her own business, Divine Events. And alumni may see some of her special touch at Homecoming this year: She’s helping coordinate … [Read more...] about Professional event planner invites you to Homecoming