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BU School of Hospitality Administration Announces Passing of Ray Bennett, Advisory Board Member and President, U.S. & Canada, Franchising and Managed by Marriott Select Brands for Marriott International, Inc.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 9, 2022 (May 9, 2022) Boston, MA – Boston University’s School of Hospitality Administration (BU SHA) is deeply saddened by the news of the passing of Ray Bennett, BU SHA Advisory Board Member and President, U.S. and Canada, Franchising, and Managed by Marriott Select Brands for Marriott International... More
[Global Hospitality] SHA Faculty and Alumni Honored in the Global Hospitality Awards
In the International Hospitality Institute's March issue of Global Hospitality Magazine, SHA faculty and alumni were honored in the Global Hospitality Awards. Boston University's School of Hospitality Administration would like to congratulate these industry-leading figures for paving the way in educating future hospitality leaders. Global 25 Most Influential Educators in Hospitality ... More
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[ThePointsGuy] Professor Makarand Mody Shares his Insight on Owner and Guest Rights at Airbnb
Professor Makarand Mody, Ph.D., was interviewed by The Points Guy to provide some insight into the rights of owners and renters on the Airbnb booking platform! The article focused on Airbnb’s recent string of incidents with the most recent being the shooting in Pittsburgh. Read More
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[Senior Housing News] Professor Scott Eckstein Shared the Importance of Fostering Young Leaders
Adjunct Professor Scott Eckstein shared with Senior Housing News the importance of having academic programs such as BU's MMH Senior Living Program. These programs are crucial for fostering future generations of senior living industry leaders. Read More
Boston University School of Hospitality Administration Bestows Annual Icon Award to the Founders of Airbnb: Brian Chesky, Nathan Blecharczyk, and Joe Gebbia At School’s 2022 Hospitality Leadership Summit
(March 16, 2022) Boston, MA – Boston University School of Hospitality Administration (BU SHA) is proud to announce that the third annual ICON award will be presented to Airbnb co-founders: Brian Chesky, CEO, Nathan Blecharczyk, Chief Strategy Officer, and Joe Gebbia, Chairman of Airbnb.org. The ICON award recognizes innovators who... More
BU School of Hospitality Administration Expands Masters-Level Senior Living Program with a Weekend Masters Degree Program for Executives-in-Training
(March 1, 2022) Boston, MA - Boston University School of Hospitality Administration (BU SHA) Dean Arun Upneja, Ph.D., and Leora Halpern Lanz, ISHC, Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs and Faculty Chair of the School’s Master of Management in Hospitality (MMH) degree program, have announced a Weekend Masters Program in Senior... More
Is a Hospitality Management Master’s Degree Worthwhile?
If you aspire to start or advance your career in hospitality relevant industries, you should think about pursuing a master’s degree in hospitality management. However, enrolling in a graduate program is a serious life decision. Considering the time and money you will need to invest, it’s smart to ask this important... More
How to Become a Restaurateur – an Exciting Career in Restaurant Management
If you are into food and beverage and you are dedicated to turning that passion into an exciting career, is opening a restaurant an ambition that you want to pursue? Indeed, being a restaurateur can be an exciting and rewarding career. While you are making a profit from running the... More
Boston University School of Hospitality Administration (BU SHA) Announces the Spring 2022 Dean’s Distinguished Lecture Series
(Updated - February 16, 2022) Boston, MA – Boston University’s School of Hospitality Administration (BU SHA) continues its year-long 40th-anniversary celebration with events and programs to mark this milestone including the return of the Dean’s Distinguished Lecture Series. These talks feature top-level experts and entrepreneurs across the industry spectrum on... More
Why Study Hospitality Management? The Benefits of the Master of Management in Hospitality Degree
Is hospitality management the right path for you? Why should you get a degree in hospitality management? If you love building human connections, working in a global team, and you are ready to take on the challenge of thinking creatively, then studying hospitality management might be a great option for... More
What Does the Future of Restaurants Look Like? Insights from Hospitality Experts
Even though life is slowly returning to normal in 2021 after the COVID-19 pandemic, it has been a grueling year and a half for many restaurants and foodservice businesses. For those who have survived, the future looks incredibly uncertain, facing emerging challenges in the industry. To help restaurants and foodservice businesses... More
BU School of Hospitality Administration Expands Advisory Board with the Appointment of Three New Members
(November 1, 2021) Boston, MA – Boston University School of Hospitality Administration (BU SHA) has announced the appointment of three new members to its Advisory Board: Ray Bennett, President, U.S. and Canada, Franchising, and MxM MSB of Marriott International Inc., Carlos Flores, President & CEO of Sonesta International Hotels Corporation, More
Boston University School of Hospitality Administration (BU SHA) Announces the Fall 2021 Dean’s Distinguished Lecture Series
(October 7, 2021) Boston, MA – Boston University’s School of Hospitality Administration (BU SHA) continues its year-long 40th-anniversary celebration with events and programs to mark this milestone including the return of the Dean’s Distinguished Lecture Series. These talks feature top-level experts and entrepreneurs across the industry spectrum on select Fridays... More
BU School of Hospitality Administration Marks 40th Anniversary with Year-long Celebrations, Special Events, and Speaker Series
(August 10, 2021) Boston, MA – Boston University’s School of Hospitality Administration (BU SHA) proudly kicks off its 40th anniversary this September 2021 with a year-long celebration featuring an enlightening and engaging line-up of special events to further build community, connections, and memorable moments – all hallmarks of hospitality. Highlights... More
![[Elsevier] Dr. Makarand Mody, Ph.D., Publishes an Article Exploring Effects of Airbnb on Non-hosting Residents](/hospitality/files/2021/07/Website-Images-2-1200-x-700-px.png)
[Elsevier] Dr. Makarand Mody, Ph.D., Publishes an Article Exploring Effects of Airbnb on Non-hosting Residents
Dr. Makarand Mody, Ph.D., recently published an article in the Tourism Management Perspectives journal exploring the effects of Airbnb on non-hosting residents. The article, "Does Airbnb impact non-hosting Residents' quality of life? Comparing media discourse with empirical evidence," shows that despite the media's portrayal of Airbnb disrupting residents' quality of... More