HCareers.com: Dr. Suzanne Bagnera shares tips for landing a hospitality internship
How to land a great hospitality internship, HCareers.com Students at the BU School of Hospitality Administration are required to complete two 400-hour hospitality internships. How do they land these summer or part-time experiences? Our Marriott Career Center is a strong resource that provides career counseling and on-campus recruiting. But, where else can students turn to […]
HCareers.com: BU Hospitality Faculty Share Must-Have Personality Traits for a Hospitality Career
In a recent article on HCareers.com, Dr. Suzanne Bagnera and Dr. Mike Oshins shared must-have personality traits for a career in hospitality. Flexibility and a service attitude are just a few of the winning characteristics needed to be a successful leader and colleague in the dynamic hospitality industry. Attitude: “You need to have the right attitude for […]
Professor Lanz Uncovers the Needs and Wants from Hospitality Internships
At the School of Hospitality Administration, work experience in the hospitality industry is a priority. Students are required to complete at lease two 400-hour work experiences and one international experience. These priceless internships and part-time roles not only enhance what is taught in the classroom but prepare students for real-life moments that cannot be replicated […]
Auckland, New Zealand: Top Places to Explore on the Weekend (Rachel Fisher, SHA ‘18)
Who better to share travel and study abroad tips than a BU hospitality student? They live for travel, international exploring, and adventure! In our latest travel guide, Rachel Fisher (SHA ‘18) tells us the best places to spend your weekends while studying abroad in Auckland, New Zealand! See a sneak peak of her post below, and read her […]
Sydney Survival Guide: How Thrive in Australia During Your Semester Abroad (Katie Acheson ’18)
Who better to share travel and study abroad tips than a BU hospitality student? They live for travel, international exploring, and adventure! In our next travel guide, Katie Acheson (SHA ‘18) shares everything from what to pack, local lingo, to the secret beach waiting for your in Sydney. Below is a sneak peak of Katie’s tips and guide, […]
Study Abroad Packing: Must Haves for Your Upcoming Adventure (Gina Hock SHA ’18)
It’s no surprise that hospitality students are travel experts, especially after a study abroad semester. In our next study abroad and travel guide, Gina Hock (SHA ’18) shares her top-notch packing tips to keep the suitcase light and ready for a priceless semester overseas. You’re going abroad! Amazing. Get ready for the best term of […]
Dr. Mike Oshins Shares the Differences Between a Good vs. Great Hospitality Manager
After being asked what his favorite hotel property was, Dr. Mike Oshins was inspired to find out what qualities of hospitality and hotel managers set one apart from the other. Through behavioral research, he determined the differences between a good hotel manager and a great hotel manager, finding qualities that can be used by hospitality […]
Study Abroad: A Guide to All That’s Good in London, England (Gina Hock, SHA ‘18)
Who better to share travel and study abroad tips than a BU hospitality student? They live for travel, international exploring, and adventure! Gina Hock (SHA ‘18) is currently studying abroad in London, England with BU’s London Program. While there, she’s taking classes, traveling through Europe, becoming a London expert, and getting one step closer to her dream […]
“Be Willing to Take Risks” A Conversation with Alumni, Adolfo Fastlicht (SHA ’89)
Adolfo Faslicht (SHA ’89) is the CEO of The Lot, a lifestyle entertainment company in La Jolla, California. The Lot is a multi-cinema complex with casual upscale dining, bar, and cafe. He shares his memories of coming to BU, how he developed his current company, and advice for SHA students. In 2016, he was named Alumni of […]
Dr. Szende Shares Top Habits Waiters Should Avoid
Dr. Peter Szende, associate dean of academic affairs, spoke with NCR about the top 17 habits that all waiters should avoid whether they’re serving at a diner of fine-dining restaurant. “A lot of it comes down to having systems in place and taking the time to train servers to use those systems,” Szende explained. Make your standards […]