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.
Free Food Map identifies resources for those in need
The Food Decisions Research Laboratory, in collaboration with the YMCA of Centre County, developed a Free Food Map that identifies locations throughout Centre County and others across the state that offer free food to those in need.
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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.
