Nolan School
Keep up to date with Hotelies, hospitality education, and industry at large with these stories and updates from the Nolan School.
CTI grants enable faculty to research how students think and learn
Dyson’s Grand Challenges Program used a CTI grant to focus on shaping students’ thoughts through metacognitive assessment.
Philanthropy class awards $60,000 to Tompkins County nonprofits
Nineteen Tompkins County nonprofits received a combined $60,000 in grants this month, thanks to graduate students in a philanthropic leadership class that teaches the value of giving.
Students design a reusable bottle system for local wineries
The proposed pilot program aims to cut operating costs and carbon dioxide emissions for Finger Lakes wineries.
Wellness bar proposal wins hospitality pitch deck competition
The winning team’s reimagining of the traditional hotel bar features kava- and CBD-infused cocktails.
Johnson Cornell Tech MBA ranks No. 4 in entrepreneurship excellence
Startup bootcamps. Acquisitions. Millions in seed funding. Johnson Cornell Tech MBA graduates seize these opportunities and more.
Hospitality Hackathon winners propose app to cut billing complaints by 25%
At Cornell’s 2025 Hilton Hospitality Hackathon, more than 100 students tackled hospitality business challenges.
Day in the life of an MBA student
Explore a typical day in the life of MBA students, from classes to clubs and social life, as told by real MBA students.
Careers in the hospitality industry
Learn about the various careers in the hospitality industry. Discover the highest-paying positions and how to stand out with an MMH degree.
Ye Awards for graduate achievements in teaching announced
Doctoral candidates recognized with Ye Awards for excellence in graduate teaching