Hospitality & Tourism
These stories, profiles, and updates showcase how we continue to lead the way in hospitality and tourism education.

Nolan Team Takes First Place at Hospitality Sustainability Competition in Dubai
Three Nolan MMH students earned top honors for their concept, PYRO, a machine converting food scraps into biofuel for cooking.

Cornell Real Estate Club in New York City
Cornell Real Estate Club trek members travel to New York City to meet with leading industry professionals.

A Fireside Chat with Rob Karp ’19
Rob Karp ’19, the CEO and Founder of MilesAhead, joined a Fireside Chat to share personal experiences and successes in entrepreneurship.

Private Jet Startup Wins Hospitality Pitch Deck Competition
Nolan School MMH students Harry Han and Benjamin Lin delivered a winning pitch for a startup enabling travelers to book private jets online in China.

Stay Curious and Build “Social Muscles,” Says Nolan School Namesake
Nolan School namesake Peter Nolan offered students a glimpse into his success and nuggets of wisdom as a Nolan Dean’s Distinguished Lecturer.

Future Directions in Sustainable Travel, Tourism, and Hospitality
SC Johnson College of Business experts offered fresh perspectives on shifting travel and tourism toward more sustainable practices during Climate Week NYC.

Hospitality Hackathon Embraces AI to Improve the Guest Experience
Students from across campus spent two days creating proposals designed to help hotels deliver an exceptional experience for the guest of the future.

Dos Amigos Founder Jorge Bouras Believes in Business Making Life Better
10 Under 10 honoree Jorge Carlos Bouras is an entrepreneur and Cali-Mex cook who believes in helping his employees to reach their goals.

Hotelie’s Granola Goes from Dorm Delicacy to Grocery Staple
Infused with novel flavors—including rosemary, matcha, chai, and even black truffle—the brand is a hit at Whole Foods and beyond.