Pillsbury news
The Leland C. and Mary M. Pillsbury Institute for Hospitality Entrepreneurship publishes an electronic newsletter showcasing the institute’s current work in education, experiential learning opportunities for students, and entrepreneur engagement.You can read past newsletters, by year, below. To receive a complimentary newsletter, complete the registration form.
The Pillsbury Institute also posts articles about major events, competitions, awards, start-ups and academic news.
Featured stories
Ithaca Hummus founder Chris Kirby named 2026 Cornell Hospitality Innovator
Chris Kirby ’14, founder of Ithaca Hummus, is named 2026 Cornell Hospitality Innovator and will be honored June 2 in NYC for leadership and impact.
Hospitality competition winner plans to expand restaurant into a chain
Master’s student Avery Sheppard won $25,000 to put toward her fish and chips eatery by winning the Nolan School’s hospitality business plan competition.
Students design wellness solutions for North Carolina community
During a weekend design challenge, students focused on building a more connected wellness ecosystem.