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Chef Marcel Fortuin, lecturer in the UTRGV Hospitality and Tourism Management Program, speaks to his students during an event promoting the program on Thursday, Apr. 18, 2019 at the University Library in Edinburg, Texas.

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HOST Office
Edinburg Campus
ECOBE 124A
HOST@utrgv.edu
956-665-5021

AJ Singh, Ph.D.
Founding Director
Edinburg Campus
ECOBE 124A
arjun.singh@utrgv.edu
(956) 665-5021

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Resources

Hospitality and Tourism Management Library Guide

Websites

American Beverage Association

American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA)

American Institute of Wine and Food

American Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS) 

Corporate Event Marketing Association (CEMA)  

Council on Hotel, Restaurant, & Institutional Education (CHRIE)

Event Service Professionals Association

Healthcare Hospitality Network 

Meeting Professionals International (MPI)

National Association for Catering and Events (NACE)

National Restaurant Association (NRA)

Texas Hotel & Lodging Association

U.S. Travel Association

World Travel and Tourism Council

 

HOST Club

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The Hospitality and Tourism Management Student Club (HOST) was founded in 2019 by Dr. Arjun Singh, Emilio Savinon, Noelyn Llasos, and Edelyn Barcena. The club was formed to give students access to new opportunities within the hospitality industry. Meaning, that our main goals are to build a connection between our students and individuals within our community to facilitate lasting relationships within the industry. As well as, establishing stellar internship opportunities for our dedicated members.

Search for Hospitality and Tourism Management Student Organization on V-Link and join us.

Abelardo Villarreal
President
abelardo.villarreal01@utrgv.edu
Noelynn Llaso
Vice-President
noelynn.gillasos@utrgv.edu
Keila Garza
Secretary
keila.garza02@utrgv.edu
Paulina Martinez
Treasurer
paulina.martinez04@utrgv.edu
Reyna Lara
Sergeant at Arms / Parliamentarian
reyna.lara02@utrgv.edu
Shelby Wilde Communications
shelby.wilde01@utrgv.edu
Emilio Savinon
President
emilio.savinon01@utrgv.edu
Arjun Singh
Advisor
arjun.singh@utrgv.edu

FAQ

Yes. It is the newest addition to the College of Business. Students will take all the core Business classes and then specialize in specific courses to prepare them for a successful career in the Hospitality and Tourism Business.

This business degree will prepare you for a management position within a range of hospitality enterprises, such as hotels, restaurants, clubs, resorts, healthcare and a broad range of service businesses such as banks, retail or airlines. That’s just the starting point.

In addition to following the prescribed sequence of classes in the major, students should get involved with the student club, do multiple internships while in school, participate in study abroad programs, take advantage of industry mentors and participate in conferences and student competitions. Take advantage of all leadership opportunities offered in the HOST major.

You can choose to earn a B.S. in Hospitality and Tourism both in a traditional face to face format or a 100% online format. You also have an option to do a Minor in Hospitality and Tourism to supplement any other degree being offered at UTRGV.

Yes, a 600 hour internship is required and a core part of the program. We can assist you with an internship.

Yes, we offer scholarships to students in the HOST Major. These scholarships are mainly to help with student travel to conferences or study abroad programs.

Yes. We typically hire 3-4 students to work in the department. These work opportunities provide students with leadership and management opportunities. As a new department, we have many projects where student involvement is valuable.

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