BU School of Hospitality Hosts Boston and New England Lodging Year End Update: “50% is the New 80%”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (December 9, 2020) Boston, MA – Arun Upneja, Dean of Boston University’s School of Hospitality recently hosted a dynamic presentation of thought leaders, to share a somewhat optimistic look at the New England landscape coming out of the pandemic. Moderated brilliantly by Skift hospitality reporter Cameron Sperance, the panel conversation included Rachel […]
BU SHA and ESSEC Business School (FRANCE) Collaborate for Graduate Students
PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release September 16, 2020 Boston University School of Hospitality Administration and ESSEC Business School (France) Announce Collaboration for Graduate Students (September 16, 2020) Boston, MA and Cergy (France) – Boston University’s School of Hospitality Administration (BU SHA) Dean Arun Upneja, Ph.D., has announced the formalized relationship between two of the […]
Welcome SHA Students! Events and Message From the Dean
September 2nd marks the start of the fall semester at Boston University’s School of Hospitality Administration. On Wednesday morning, students received a warm welcome message from SHA’s Dean Arun Upneja, Ph.D., where he expressed his excitement to start the semester. “We are eager to share our perspective on what’s happening in the world of hospitality […]
[Ambrosia Magazine] Demetri Tsolakis: Greek with a twist
Demetri Tsolakis, an adjunct professor at Boston University’s School of Hospitality Administration and CEO of Xenia Greek Hospitality, shares his journey in the Boston restaurant scene, emphasizing the importance of creating a “cultural experience” through his ventures—GreCo, Committee, and Krasi. Tsolakis explains how his passion for Greek cuisine and culture has shaped each concept, making […]
[Daily Free Press] Professor Suzanne Bagnera Explains Why Hotels May Decide to House Students During COVID-19
Professor Suzanne Bagnera explained to the Daily Free Press that housing university students during COVID-19 could be a step towards bringing back employees to the hotel. She also spoke to the limitations of housing students in the local hotel, such as only upperclassman and the inability to use public spaces to uphold social distancing. […]
[The New York Times] Professor Suzanne Bagnera Provides Her Take on The Future of “Cleanliness” in Hospitality
In a recent article by The New York Times, Professor Suzanne Bagnera was interviewed to help understand why the word “Clean” has become the forefront of the hospitality industry. She discussed how this change in values will affect the future of housekeepers, managers, and hospitality employees. Read More
[Laura Prisc] When Meals Become Memories with Lisa Flores, Hospitality Marketing Leader, Philanthropist, Community Builder
Lisa Flores, an adjunct professor at Boston University’s School of Hospitality Administration and the director of sales and marketing for Boston’s Columbus Hospitality Group, shares her insights on building long-term relationships and creating unforgettable experiences in the hospitality industry. With a focus on fostering warm, welcoming environments and delivering memorable dining experiences, Flores draws on […]