Hospitality & Tourism
These stories, profiles, and updates showcase how we continue to lead the way in hospitality and tourism education.
Why we tip, who we tip and what it really says about us
People have a lot to say about where, when and how much to tip. A new book by Michael Lynn dives deep
Where everybody knows your name: Hotelie runs iconic NYC bar
Justin McManus ’03 is the fourth-generation owner of his family pub—familiar to viewers of “Seinfeld,” “Law & Order,” and more
Nolan School alumni reinvest in culinary education
While patrons relax and enjoy panoramic views of The Ithaca Campus at Establishment, Cornell’s student-run restaurant, the undergraduate head chef leading service in the Grailer Food Lab faces one of the toughest challenges of their education. They call out directions over the clatter of pans and sizzling food, responsible for ensuring quick service, food safety […]
Future restaurateurs sharpen their skills in remodeled food lab
After two years of renovations, the Grailer Food Lab has reopened with a more real-world commercial kitchen and all-electric appliances
With mouth-watering dishes, senior is already a culinary entrepreneur
Boasting more than 100K Instagram followers, Maximo Mander ’26 is mining his Italian roots with a pop-up pasta restaurant
Famed restaurateur recalls a career on the front lines of fine dining
In a memoir, Hotelie Drew Nieporent ’77 offers a behind-the-scenes look at launching legendary spots like Nobu and Tribeca Grill
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.
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.
CNBC senior markets correspondent kicks off Nolan School lecture series
Top industry leaders—many of them alumni—will visit campus to share their career stories, leadership insights, and expertise.