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"We can't breathe"

HBCU think tank outlines the first steps to remove race barriers in the hospitality industry.

August 2, 2022Research and Innovation

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Faculty Spotlight: Angad Singh Dang

Born in New Delhi, India, Angad Singh Dang is an assistant professor of instruction in the school of hospitality and tourism management at the USF Sarasota-Manatee campus. This summer, he is graduating with a doctorate in education with an emphasis in adult education curriculum and instruction.

August 1, 2022Business News, Spotlights

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USF faculty awarded grant for tourism research exchange in Florida and Serbia

A group of faculty and students from the University of South Florida’s School of Hospitality and Tourism Management will travel to Serbia this fall as part of a U.S. Embassy University Partnership grant.

August 1, 2022Business News, Research and Innovation

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

USF expands hospitality and tourism program to meet booming industry demand - ABC Action News WFTS

“Tourism is the number one industry in Florida,” said Cihan Cobanoglu, dean of USF’s School of Hospitality and Tourism Management.

July 14, 2022Business News

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GOOD DEEDS: Exchange gives WBTT $25,000 for upcoming season - Herald Tribune

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe was recently awarded a grant of $25,000 from The Exchange, in support of its 2022-2023 theater season of shows.

July 4, 2022Business News, Honors and Awards

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Cihan Cobanoglu selected to lead USF’s School of Hospitality and Tourism Management

The University of South Florida’s Muma College of Business has appointed Cihan Cobanoglu to serve as dean of the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management. Cobanoglu, who has served in the interim role since August 2021, will officially take on the top job on Aug. 1.

June 23, 2022Business News

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Donation will help Ukrainian hospitality students at USF Sarasota-Manatee campus

A donation from a Sarasota nonprofit group will benefit two Ukrainian students in the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management at the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee campus.

June 16, 2022Business News, Honors and Awards

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USF revamps hospitality school to align with changing industry - Catalyst

The University of South Florida is modifying and expanding its School of Hospitality and Tourism Management to keep pace with an industry undergoing rapid changes due to the pandemic and technological innovation.

June 10, 2022Business News

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USF School of Hospitality and Tourism Management expands programming to help meet industry demands

The University of South Florida Muma College of Business is in the process of adapting its School of Hospitality and Tourism Management to create a talent pipeline and keep pace with pandemic-era trends that have changed the industry.

June 3, 2022Business News

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USF School of Hospitality and Tourism Management expands programming to help meet industry demands

The University of South Florida Muma College of Business is in the process of adapting its School of Hospitality and Tourism Management to create a talent pipeline and keep pace with pandemic-era trends that have changed the industry.

May 23, 2022Business News

USF campus source: Joseph Gamble

USF enters into five-year contract with Tampa hospitality group - Tampa Bay Business Journal

This partnership joins a growing list of hospitality groups working with the university.

May 18, 2022Business News

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USF Muma College of Business collaborates with Aramark and Mainsail Lodging to boost experiential learning and student fellowships

A partnership with Aramark and Mainsail Lodging will give students hands-on training through student fellowships.

May 17, 2022Business News, Events

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