Hospitality and Tourism Management
Students' research helps struggling Michigan tourism industry
In an effort to help rebuild the state's tourism industry, HTM students conducted visitor research for Convention and Visitor Bureaus (CVBs) across the state.
Jan 25, 2021
In his classes, Michael Scantlebury uses 'as many avenues as possible' to reach students online
Watch Scantlebury, associate professor of Hospitality and Tourism Management, talk about his approach to interacting with students in the online setting.
Nov 12, 2020
Two recent graduates credit Thompsons for providing them access to college
The coronavirus pandemic and economic crisis are not stopping two recent Grand Valley graduates from starting their careers. Both women credit a generous Detroit couple for helping them get to college in the first place.
Jun 12, 2020
HTM professor leads hospitality industry virtual education conference in response to COVID-19
The virtual education conference will feature hospitality and event industry leaders from around the world, who will provide resources for professionals and redefine the effectiveness of the industry's future.
Apr 20, 2020
Academy of Hospitality & Tourism wins governor's award
The Academy of Hospitality & Tourism at Ottawa Hills High School in Grand Rapids has been recognized by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer for innovation and collaboration.
Mar 2, 2020
Students share problem-solving ideas at CCPS research symposium
From how to combat the effects of climate change on ski resorts, to preventing California wildfires, to eradicating rural poverty in Michigan, more than 100 students presented their research and proposed solutions to pressing problems during a day-long symposium sponsored by the College of Community and Public Service.
Nov 21, 2019
HTM students, professionals clean up Leelanau State Park
About 30 students, majoring in hospitality and tourism management, joined nearly 300 industry professionals to clean up and restore Leelanau State Park and the Grand Traverse Lighthouse Museum.
Sep 27, 2019
GVSU students coordinating events at Cannes Film Festival
Seventeen students in the hospitality and tourism management (HTM) program at Grand Valley State University are spending two weeks working at the Cannes International Film Festival in France.
May 13, 2019
GVSU, GRPS and industry leaders to establish hospitality academy
Officials with Grand Rapids Public Schools, along with tourism industry leaders and faculty members from the Hospitality and Tourism Management Department at Grand Valley, are preparing to launch a new college-career prep academy.
Oct 16, 2018
GVSU students working at Cannes Film Festival
Fourteen students in the hospitality and tourism management (HTM) program at Grand Valley are spending two weeks in France working at the Cannes International Film Festival.
May 7, 2018
