[Boston Globe] Justin Alpert Comments on Challenges Facing Boston Restaurants
A recent Boston Globe article examining the potential closure of Clover Food Lab highlights the growing pressures facing restaurant operators across Greater Boston and features insight from Justin Alpert of the Boston University School of Hospitality Administration. The article notes that Clover, once known for pioneering plant-forward fast casual dining in Boston, has struggled amid […]
[BU Today] SHA Student Turns Hospitality Passion into Career Path
A recent Boston University feature spotlights how hands-on industry experience and mentorship are helping students at the Boston University School of Hospitality Administration turn their passion for hospitality into meaningful careers. The article follows BU senior Bayley Fox, who combined her studies with real-world restaurant experience to pursue a future in food and beverage management. […]
[BU Today] George Poll on Building a Lasting Restaurant Legacy
George Poll (CGS’82, SHA’84), a graduate of Boston University School of Hospitality Administration, is featured in a recent BU Today article highlighting his journey in building a successful, family-driven restaurant group. Poll, who operates a portfolio of restaurants on Long Island with his brother, credits long-term success to a combination of quality, attention to detail, strong […]
BU School of Hospitality Administration presents $50k Hospitality Innovation and $20k Student Wellbeing Competitions
Boston University School of Hospitality Administration (BU SHA) is proud to announce the $50k Hospitality Innovation and $20k Student Wellbeing competitions. The competitions offer Boston University undergraduate and graduate students, as well as 2025 BU alumni, the chance to tackle real-world challenges and create solutions for them. Competing teams can apply, starting with an idea, and will then work with advisors and mentors to further refine their […]
Boston University School of Hospitality Administration Celebrates Excellence at the Alumni of the Year Award Ceremony and Reception
September 18, 2025] BOSTON, MA — Boston University School of Hospitality (BU SHA) is proud to announce its annual Alumni of the Year Award Ceremony and Reception, an inspiring event recognizing outstanding alumni who have made significant contributions to the hospitality industry. The ceremony offers a unique opportunity to honor leadership, innovation, and dedication among […]
Sunset Cantina Reopens, with an Alum a Co-owner
Catarina Chang (SHA’11) says the Mexican eatery’s “fun vibe” remains Sunset Cantina is back. And in a big way, with a BU alum now in charge. The Mexican restaurant at 916 Comm Ave, long a popular meeting spot for the University community, reopened just before Christmas with the familiar decor and “fun vibe” intact, says […]
This School of Hospitality Administration Class Doubles as a Marketing Agency for Cities, Hotels, More
Student teams, paired with clients, gain real-world experience When was the last time you went to Revere? If you asked a team of undergraduate students from the School of Hospitality Administration, they’d tell you now is the perfect time to take a trip to the North Shore city. For their Advanced Hospitality Strategic Marketing course, […]
[HospitalityNet] How’s the Hospitality Industry Doing? We Asked Three 2021 BU School of Hospitality Administration Grads
HospitalityNet posted the recent BUToday article featuring recent SHA graduates. How have the young professionals entering the hospitality industry been affected by the pandemic? With the industry slowly showing signs of recovery to pre-pandemic levels, our SHA grads show how their job hunting strategies have changed and what their post-graduation plans are now. Watch their […]
[BUToday] How’s the Hospitality Industry Doing? We Asked Three 2021 School of Hospitality Administration Grads
BUToday highlighted some very exceptional SHA Grads to ask them what the future lies ahead of them! Mackenzie Miers, Marut Ravel, and Solomon Frey shared their experiences of searching for a hospitality job and what their plans are now that they are finished with their undergraduate degree. Watch their interview below and learn how hospitality […]
Robots to the Rescue?
Serena Lipton, an Analyst at JLL Valuation & Advisory Services, wrote an article in Senior Housing Business’s latest newsletter. She discusses the impact of technology and robotics on the senior living industry, stating that “The truth: robots are novelties that cannot take the place of human interaction. Therefore, robots are not meant to replace […]