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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Congratulations, Hotel School Class of 2018 graduates!

Graduates of the School of Hotel Administration were celebrated at the Hotel School Graduate Recognition Ceremony and reception on Sunday, May 27, following Cornell’s 150th Commencement. Congratulations to the Class of 2018!

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Starbucks is closing all its U.S. stores for diversity training day – experts say that’s not enough

Jamie Perry, assistant professor of human resource management at the Hotel School, provides expert analysis into the importance of reinforcing positive impact on the workforce.

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Urban sports resorts are closing the gap between fitness and hospitality

Steven Schwartz ’81, president and chief executive officer of Midtown Athletic Clubs, recounts the moment he realized the combination of an athletic club and hotel could become an urban sports resort.

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How Grubhub, Uber Eats, and other meal-delivery apps are killing hotel room service

Alex Susskind, associate professor at the Hotel School, offers insight into why meal-delivery apps are increasingly more popular than traditional hotel room service.

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Hotel School students and faculty recognized for 2017–2018 accomplishments

Faculty, staff, and students gathered in early May to celebrate the end of a dynamic and productive academic year at the Hotel School.