Nolan School
Keep up to date with Hotelies, hospitality education, and industry at large with these stories and updates from the Nolan School.

Alumni and friends celebrate at 10th annual Icon and Innovator Awards
The Hotel School hosted its 10th annual Cornell Hospitality Icon and Innovator Awards on June 5, 2018 at the Pierre Hotel in New York City.

Reflections at the close of another outstanding academic year
As I reflect back on the spring semester, there is so much to share and even more to be proud of. There’s no doubt our students continue to amaze us all.

The 180: Hotelies study abroad
The hospitality industry is truly global and always changing. Here are some memories that Hotelies shared about their study abroad experiences in 2017–2018.

Tips for following trends in the ever-changing hospitality industry
It’s no secret that the hospitality industry is constantly evolving. Here are five tips to help you follow industry trends and stay up to date when your career depends on it.

The 180: The tradition continues
One of the many Hotelie traditions was the publication of a yearbook until its last print run in 2003. New this year, we hope The 180 will honor the yearbook traditions of the past and start a new tradition of its own.

Research Recap: Legal analysis proposes new standards in the age of “Me Too”
David Sherwyn and Paul Wagner discuss what constitutes sexual harassment, identify the problems, and propose a solution that could eradicate, or at least mitigate, the reason for the Me Too movement.

Have African-American chefs finally shattered the glass ceiling?
Alex Susskind, an associate professor in the Hotel School that teaches restaurant management courses, offers his thoughts on the winners of this year’s James Beard Awards and why together they represent a breakthrough for African-American chefs.

Real estate titans discuss the importance of mentorship
Moderated by Richard Baker ’88, the CEO of NRDC Equity Partners and governor and executive chairman of the Hudson’s Bay Company, the discussion was hosted by Cornell’s Center for Real Estate and Finance (CREF) and Baker Program in Real Estate.

MMH reflections from the Class of 2018
As we say farewell to our 2018 MMH graduates, here’s a look at some of their favorite moments and accomplishments from the year-long program.