You go to a restaurant. Your server can’t be out of high school. You get to your hotel at 1 a.m., tired and ready to sleep. A perky front desk clerk greets you. The clerk can’t be more than 17. Who is protecting them? Who is keeping them safe from bosses, other employees and customers? Working toward a safer workplace Dr. Daniel Crafts, associate professor … [Read more...] about Protecting underage workers from sexual harassment
Dr. Jokima Hiller, assistant professor of hospitality leadership, knew there was something special about the hotel business since she was a young girl. “When traveling with my family, I would always wonder who made our bed and cleaned our room,” Hiller said. “It was like magic to me. I knew I wanted to work in a hotel and make magic, too.” She was unaware that an undetected … [Read more...] about Hospitality leadership professor achieves more with true passion
Fall is almost here, and so is an autumn tradition that millions of Americans enjoy. So how can you celebrate Oktoberfest – the German-born festival that runs from late September to early October – on a budget? Dr. Albert Barreda, assistant professor in the department of hospitality leadership, shared his expertise with WalletHub. He also discussed ways local … [Read more...] about How to rock Oktoberfest without going broke
Going for a job interview can be a nerve-racking experience. That’s why anticipating what questions will be asked and how to best answer them is a good idea. Dr. Stephanie Hein, department head of hospitality leadership at Missouri State University, highlights a few popular job interview questions and the way candidates should answer them on HCareers. … [Read more...] about How to answer job interview questions
For many families, summer means taking vacations to relax, soak in the sun and spend quality time with loved ones. Whether you take a short road trip or venture overseas to explore, the goal is to enjoy a fun, stress-free holiday. Dr. Stephanie Hein, department head of hospitality leadership at Missouri State University, offers some tips and advice on maximizing your summer … [Read more...] about Make the most of summer travel