VALUE ENHANCING ACTIVITIES AND INNOVATIVE PROGRAMS The following value-enhancing activities and initiatives were developed and implemented to advance the program’s goal of developing enterprising hospitality leadership talent: CORPORATE RELATIONSHIPS Establishing and maintaining corporate relationships was an important milestone in ensuring that our students can obtain great jobs and start excellent careers. We have been intentional in our selection of corporate partners, as we want to collaborate with companies that are highly reputable and are willing to: Participate in our LADDER program Provide full-time and part-time career opportunities Offer internships and externships Offer career coaching, mentoring, and job-shadowing opportunities Provide relevant resources where necessary to advance our program and support our students We have built strong relationships with more than 10 preferred industry partners and look forward to creating more opportunities for our students.
HOSPITALITY LEADERSHIP CLUB One of our first initiatives was launching the Hospitality Leadership Club. Its purpose is to enhance students’ industry knowledge and leadership skills through industry engagement, guest speakers, training sessions and community involvement. It also provides a forum for hospitality students to meet with each other and industry leaders to expand their professional networks and facilitate career enhancement and development. Since launching, HLC has hosted and participated in 10+ events including personal branding workshops, industry panels, LinkedIn essential workshops and fireside chats with industry professionals. All hospitality majors are strongly encouraged to join the club and compete for leadership roles.
HLC Leaders in action
LEVEN SCHOLARS The Michael A. Leven Scholars award recognizes hospitality management students who are enthusiastic about pursuing careers in the industry and who excel academically. Students who meet predefined criteria are recognized for their dedication to the industry and scholastic achievement by receiving a financial award as a Leven Scholar. We recognized our first Leven Scholars in Fall of 2021.
Dr. Jackson at the Hotel Indigo with Legacy Ventures executives - Forging Strategic Partnerships
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