Penn State School of Hospitality Management

09/10/2026

We will honor Leland Pillsbury, chairman of Thayer Lodging Group Investment Partners and co-founder and partner of Thayer Investment Partners, and Ira Lubert, founder of Belgravia Management, at the 2027 PSHRS Industry Awards and Reception.

Pillsbury will receive the society’s Lifetime Achievement Award, and Lubert will receive the Hospitality Executive of the Year Award ⤵️

https://www.psu.edu/news/health-and-human-development/story/penn-state-honor-leland-pillsbury-ira-lubert-hospitality-awards?utm_account=Penn+State+School+of+Hospitality+Management&utm_campaign=&utm_content=1789076221&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook

08/17/2026

We're hosting our annual Alumni in the Classroom this Sept. 30-Oct. 1! This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for students to learn from the best in the business—our SHM alumni.

Alumni in the Classroom has become a favorite event for undergraduate and graduate alumni from all graduating classes and hospitality career paths.

Our alumni can sign up now to share their experiences and expertise with our students ⤵️
https://hhd.psu.edu/shm/events?trumbaEmbed=eventid%3D1370802714%26seotitle%3D21st-Annual-SHM-Alumni-in-the-Classroom%26view%3Devent%26-childview%3D&utm_account=Penn+State+School+of+Hospitality+Management&utm_campaign=&utm_content=1786992002&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook

08/05/2026

We're proud to announce this year's alumni award honorees! Congrats to all honorees, from emerging professionals and industry achievers to alumni of the year and entrepreneur of the year.

New in 2026 is the Chairperson's Award, which reflects the commitment of past PSHRS presidents who assumed the role of chairperson at the end of their term. The award recognizes alumni whose dedication reflects exemplary support to the society and school through service, leadership, advocacy and engagement.

The Penn State Hotel and Restaurant Society and Penn State School of Hospitality Management will honor alumni and their achievements during the 2026 Alumni Awards Reception on Sept. 30.

08/03/2026

We've launched a new Beer and Wine Industry Management minor designed to prepare students for leadership in the beverage industry.

The minor blends science, service and strategy — offering students a comprehensive look at exploring the craft, culture and commerce of the specialty beverage industry.

Open for enrollment in the fall 2026 semester, this minor is available to all degree- and non-degree seeking undergraduate students at Penn State University Park ⤵️

Open to degree and non-degree undergraduates, the Penn State School of Hospitality Management has launched a beer and wine industry management minor, an 18-credit program designed to prepare students for leadership in the beverage industry.

07/17/2026

Celebrating our Creating Opportunities for Young Hospitality Leaders students 🎉

This week, high school juniors and seniors had an introduction to the hospitality management industry while creating a plan for a food truck business. From location to target audience and marketing to pricing, students delved into how each aspect comes together to help make a business successful.

Creating Opportunities for Young Hospitality Leaders happens for a week each summer, presenting high school juniors and seniors with an in-depth look at career paths in the hospitality industry and how hotels and restaurants are managed.

07/13/2026

We'd like to thank all those who gave to our 2026 crowdfunding campaign to support student success! Gifts of every size and type will go toward supporting the next generation of hospitality management industry leaders—our students.

07/09/2026

"People may feel overqualified or like they shouldn’t be asked to do certain things [at work]. A respectful manager can probably help reduce burnout and improve job satisfaction in most fields."

See what our research says about managing employees who feel their tasks are not legitimate ⤵️

When hospitality employees believe they are overqualified for their roles, they are more likely to consider tasks to be unfit for them, which can contribute to disrespectful or insubordinate behavior, according to a new study by researchers in the Penn State School of Hospitality Management.

07/06/2026

Student spotlight ✨

Deanna Taliercio recently interned at the Marriott International New York Marriott Marquis location.

"I've really enjoyed meeting new people and learning new things every day. It’s been awesome to see how everything comes together in a big hotel like the Marriott Marquis.

"This internship has helped me take what I learned in HM 280—like team leadership and understanding hotel operations—and actually apply it in real situations. It’s made everything I’ve learned feel more hands-on, practical, and connected to the bigger picture of running a successful hotel."