Ohio State Hospitality Management

The Hospitality Management Program at The Ohio State University is proud to share that our Silent Auction is now live, following a successful Big Dish event.

Open through April 30 at 8:00 PM (ET), the auction features a range of experiences made possible through the support of our industry partners, including:
• Travel experiences across the U.S.
• Hotel stays with brands such as Hilton and Hyatt
• Dining and culinary experiences
• A NetJets-Sponsored Travel & PGA Tour Experience
• Private events, entertainment, and more

This initiative reflects the strength of our industry partnerships and a shared commitment to supporting the next generation of hospitality leaders.

All proceeds will fund study abroad scholarships for Hospitality Management students, supporting a spring break program in Paris focused on global hospitality and tourism.

We welcome your support—through participation, sharing, or helping extend the reach of this opportunity.

🔗 https://www.32auctions.com/BigDish26?r=1&t=all

Thank you to our partners, alumni, and community for your continued investment in student learning and global engagement.

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✨ Senior Spotlight: Jada Morgan ✨

From the Big Dish planning committee to the program’s New York City experiential learning trip, Jada Morgan has embraced the hands-on experiences that define hospitality at The Ohio State University .

Through her work with The Blackwell Inn, she has developed skills in guest service and operations while creating welcoming and meaningful experiences for others.

Jada continues to build a strong foundation in hospitality as she prepares for the next step in her journey.

Experiences like these reflect our program’s commitment to preparing students to lead and contribute to the future of hospitality and beyond.
🎓 May 2026

This week didn’t look like a classroom 👀

It looked like this ↓
📍 Greater Columbus Convention Center

📍 The Wendy’s Company

Two completely different spaces.
One shared goal: learning by doing.

At GCCC →
🚧 large-scale events
📊 real logistics
🤝 teams in motion

At Wendy’s →
💡 brand in action
🍟 Innovation Kitchen
📣 strategy + guest experience

But here’s what mattered most:
It clicked.
How everything connects.
How teams work across functions.
How ideas become experiences.
This is what hospitality looks like in real life.

Thank you to our partners for investing in our students— Greater Columbus Convention Center, Legends Global Levy , and Wendy’s Company 💛

✨ Senior Spotlight: Sophia Peacock ✨

We’re proud to begin highlighting members of the graduating class—students who have engaged deeply in experiential learning, built meaningful connections, and are preparing to lead the future of hospitality.

We begin with Sophia Peacock. 🌍

She has also contributed to impactful, student-led experiences such as Hospitality Listens and Dining in the Dark & Dim, reinforcing her commitment to inclusive and purpose-driven hospitality.

Sophia is especially interested in sustainable tourism and research and was recently accepted into our Master’s program in Hospitality Management, where she will continue building her expertise.

Experiences like these reflect our program’s commitment to preparing students to lead and contribute to the future of hospitality and beyond.
🎓 May 2026
💬 “I have a unique global perspective that I hope to bring to the hospitality industry.”

We’re excited to be at JA Inspire today, a career exploration event connecting thousands of high school students with professionals and industries across Central Ohio.

Our Ohio State Hospitality Management students are sharing how careers in hospitality bring together travel, food, sports, events, and business leadership to create experiences that connect people around the world.

If you’re attending JA Inspire today, stop by our table and say hello!

📸 Follow along to see our students, alumni, and industry partners in action:


🎉 Students visiting our table can also join our JA Inspire Instagram Challenge for a chance to win Ohio State Hospitality swag.

Today we recognize International Women’s Day by highlighting members of our Hospitality Management community.

From classrooms and conferences to experiential learning and industry engagement, individuals connected to our program are developing the skills and professionalism needed to succeed across the hospitality industry.

Hospitality is a people-centered profession built on collaboration, service, creativity, and care for others. We are grateful for the students, alumni, faculty, and partners who contribute to the strength of our community and the future of hospitality.

Student Spotlight ✨

This past weekend, hospitality management student Ava McFall presented at The Adventure Summit at Wright State University on Building Leaders on the River: 280 Miles Down the Ohio.

We are incredibly proud to see our students sharing their passion and representing Buckeye Hospitality beyond the classroom.

Experiences like this are where leadership comes to life.

Bravo, Ava! You made us proud! 👏

Hospitality starts with care — and our pets teach us that every day. 🐾

Happy National Pet Day!

Show us your pets 👇
Drop a photo in the comments or tag us in your story so we can feature them.

Today is Random Acts of Kindness Day 💛

In hospitality, kindness isn’t random — it’s intentional.

It’s listening.
It’s anticipating needs.
It’s supporting your team.
It’s making someone feel seen.
It’s creating spaces where everyone can participate.

Kindness is at the heart of great hospitality leadership.

Today, we challenge our Hospitality Management community — students, alumni, and industry partners — to practice one intentional act of kindness.

Drop a 💛 if you’re in.

“Everybody can be great, because everybody can serve.” — Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Today we honor Dr. King’s legacy by choosing service, respect, and courage—on campus, in our communities, and in the workplaces we’ll shape.

🎓 Congratulations, Hospitality Management Graduates! 🎓

Today we celebrate our Hospitality Management students as they graduate from and step into their next chapter.

This remarkable group leaves with more than a degree — they carry leadership experience, people-centered skills, and a strong sense of purpose shaped through hands-on learning and real-world engagement.

We are incredibly proud of you and excited to see the impact you’ll make across hospitality, business, events, travel, and beyond.

Once a Buckeye, always a Buckeye. ❤️🌍
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