Healthier dining, healthier planet
Amit Sharma is leading a team of researchers on a new project that will help restaurants offer more healthy and environmentally sustainable options on their menus.
Promoting diversity in the hospitality industry
Dues to stereotypes, Asian waitstaff may have to perform more emotional work than white waitstaff during their jobs, which could lead to employee burnout, according to new research from Penn State’s School of Hospitality Management and Temple University.
Women in Hospitality 2023
The School of Hospitality released the 2023 Women in Hospitality research report, which assesses the state of women’s representation in leadership in the hotel industry.
Master of Professional Studies in Hospitality Management
The School of Hospitality Management launches a new graduate program designed for hospitality management professionals that blends flexible course mode options with immersive, in-person experiences.
School of Hospitality Management
Mastering the Service Experience — Across an Exciting Array of Industries
The School of Hospitality Management, one of the longest-running hospitality programs in the nation, expands student knowledge through experiential learning and research to meet the needs of an ever-changing industry through inclusion, collaboration, and innovation.
Start your Undergraduate Journey
Start your Undergraduate Journey
Explore this versatile degree designed for students who have an interest in pursuing a vast spectrum of far-reaching service-oriented careers.
Learn about the undergraduate program
Explore our World-class Graduate Program
Explore our World-class Graduate Program
Discover the advanced degree programs that rigorously prepare top-tier professionals for a wide array of careers.
Learn about the graduate program
Discover Hospitality Management Research
Discover Hospitality Management Research
Learn how SHM research delves deeper into the far-reaching impact of food decisions, real estate strategy, services research, food innovation, and more.
Learn about our research
Engage with Alumni
Engage with Alumni
SHM alumni have infinite ways to connect with fellow alumni, share experiences and expertise with current students, and stay active with SHM throughout their professional career.
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Women’s advancement to executive level roles in the hospitality industry has been steady, yet slow, according to 2023 Women in Hospitality research report conducted by the School of Hospitality Management.
