麻豆原创\u2019s Rosen College of Hospitality Management will host approximately 250 high school students next month to introduce them to careers in hospitality and tourism.<\/p>\n
The college has teamed up with the Central Florida National Academy Foundation to host the fourth-annual High School Conference and Tradeshow for students from six high schools in Orange and Brevard counties. Each of the schools selected has academies geared toward hospitality and tourism.<\/p>\n
The event will take place from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Rosen College campus near International Drive on Friday, Nov. 18.<\/p>\n
Its theme, \u201cHospitality is Sweet!\u201d will feature a tour of the campus; an educational exhibitor showcase; and break-out sessions\u00a0about risk management, resume and interviewing tips and other topics.\u00a0 Participants will enjoy a presentation from the keynote speaker, Gatorland\u2019s Mark McHugh, and representatives from Visit Orlando, Wire-Free LED, Nickelodeon Suites Resort, 麻豆原创\/Rosen College Undergraduate Admissions, SeaWorld, Johnson & Wales University and\u00a0AAA\u00a0 will share industry information and address questions from the high school students.<\/p>\n
Students participating in the Academy of Hospitality and Tourism from Mid- Florida Tech, Freedom High School, Colonial High School, Oak Ridge High School, Rockledge High School and Merritt Island High School are invited to attend. Rosen College Event Management students in Instructor A\u2019Rion Raymond\u2019s class are organizing the event.<\/p>\n
Robin Cascio, a senior majoring in Event Management, shares, \u201cThis event provides high school students interested in hospitality a personal introduction to educational and future employment opportunities. The interactive sessions help expand upon and reinforce their current studies. The conference offers an environment for the students to ask questions and learn more about the industry.\u201d<\/p>\n