Student Clubs & Organizations

Hospitality Management Association

Hospitality Management Association (HMA) is a student-led club that provides students with opportunities for interaction with faculty, alumni, and local leaders in the hospitality industry. HMA hosts various events throughout the year, including a professional panel discussion, guest speakers, visits to a hotels, foodservices, event venues, fundraisers, and much more. The club meets on a bi-monthly basis.

Student Event Planners Association

The Student Event Planners Association (SEPA) student organization caters to students interested in the event planning and hospitality industry. The mission is to develop students into event professionals through programs, partnerships, and networking opportunities. SEPA meets on a regular basis throughout the semester allowing members to gain knowledge and experience, develop skills, and network.

Eta Sigma Delta

Eta Sigma Delta (ESD) is an international honor society for students in the field of Hospitality. The purpose of the society is to reward scholastic and professional achievement in the field of hospitality management, tourism, and culinary arts, while fostering the advancement of teaching, learning, research, and practice for individual development through various activity.