Allison Chambers and Hannah Wylie graduate in May 2020. Instead of worrying about the job market and if they will find jobs in their field, they’re getting ready for their careers. What started as a corporate internship experience led to full time jobs—and a (less) stressful senior year. Finding an internship Wylie and Chambers both found their dream internships through … [Read more...] about Prestigious internship leads to full-time jobs
We know that our hospitality leadership program and our students in it are amazing. However, it’s nice to see that others know it, too. Three of our students were selected to attend Drury Hotels College Days. They spent Nov. 8-11 in St. Louis to watch the industry in action, meet with executives and learn about Drury Hotels. The three students were: … [Read more...] about Hospitality leadership students meet top Drury Hotels executives
Coming to college can be difficult. Coming to college from another city or state is even harder. You leave your friends, family, coworkers and everything familiar to you. Bryan Paige, a December 2018 Missouri State graduate, knows that struggle. From Kansas City, Missouri, Paige wanted to go somewhere he knew he would love and stay close to his family. He came to Missouri … [Read more...] about Fall down, get back up
The Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration (ACPHA) has once again granted accreditation to Missouri State University’s hospitality leadership program with no conditions. This is rare. Missouri State is the only ACPHA accredited program in Missouri. Hospitality leadership has held this distinction since 1993. About the accreditation process The … [Read more...] about Hospitality leadership program re-accredited
This story was originally published on the Inside Missouri State blog. Dr. Stephanie Hein, department head for hospitality leadership, is the 2018 recipient of the annual Greg Onstot Outstanding Achievement Award. Hein received a plaque and a cash award from the Missouri State Foundation for $1,200. “Dr. Hein has been an engaged advocate and fundraiser for the … [Read more...] about Stephanie Hein recognized with annual Onstot Award