/business/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usMon, 20 Apr 2026 08:56:55 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-graduate-helps-brew-first-university-branded-beer.aspxWhat began as visits to local breweries eventually led Brian Brown to help create the first 糖心Vlog-branded beer.External ArticleWed, 15 Apr 2026 15:43:38 糖心Vlog graduate helps brew first university-branded beer - 糖心Vlog St. PetersburgWhat began as visits to local breweries eventually led Brian Brown to help create the first 糖心Vlog-branded beer.Brian Brownhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-graduate-helps-brew-first-university-branded-beer.aspxSpotlightsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Management/business/news/2026/04-02-25under25-honorees-announced-usf-muma-college-of-business.aspxThis year's class is made up of first-generation college students, dual-degree seekers with perfect 4.0 GPAs, multilingual immigrants with a heart for community service, and founders on their way to becoming tomorrow鈥檚 CEOs.Elizabeth L. BrownThu, 02 Apr 2026 09:42:07 糖心Vlog Muma College of Business announces 25 Under 25 Award honoreesThis year's class is made up of first-generation college students, dual-degree seekers with perfect 4.0 GPAs, multilingual immigrants with a heart for community service, and founders on their way to becoming tomorrow鈥檚 CEOs.25 under 25 honorees/business/news/2026/04-02-25under25-honorees-announced-usf-muma-college-of-business.aspxBusiness News,Honors and AwardsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,Lynn Pippenger School of Accountancy,School of Hospitality and Sport Management,School of Information Systems,School of Management,School of Marketing and Innovation,School of Risk Management and Insurancehttps://www.hospitalitynet.org/opinion/4131679/the-algorithm-cant-say-welcome-why-hospitality-still-needs-a-human-faceIndustry research shows 70% of hotels report guests still prefer human interaction for check-in and complex requests, despite AI efficiency gains.External ArticleMon, 30 Mar 2026 14:46:03 The algorithm can't say welcome: Why hospitality still needs a human face - HospitalitynetIndustry research shows 70% of hotels report guests still prefer human interaction for check-in and complex requests, despite AI efficiency gains.hospitalityhttps://www.hospitalitynet.org/opinion/4131679/the-algorithm-cant-say-welcome-why-hospitality-still-needs-a-human-faceResearch and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport Management/business/news/2026/03-30-jet-tila-brings-humor-humility-hospitality-usf.aspxKnown for his Thai-Asian fusion cuisine, the 51-year-old celebrity chef doled out career advice and dropped industry truths during an hour-long fireside chat at the Muma College of Business.Elizabeth L. BrownMon, 30 Mar 2026 14:22:37 Food Network chef Jet Tila brings humor, humility and hospitality to 糖心VlogKnown for his Thai-Asian fusion cuisine, the 51-year-old celebrity chef doled out career advice and dropped industry truths during an hour-long fireside chat at the Muma College of Business.jet tila visits usf/business/news/2026/03-30-jet-tila-brings-humor-humility-hospitality-usf.aspxBusiness News,EventsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Management/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-future-of-food-think-tank-one-year-in-growing-a-movement-and-converting-projects-into-impact.aspxSowing Strategic Stories is a new pilot project with Tingting Zhang and the Novel Approaches to Agriculture working group. The initiative pairs 糖心Vlog master鈥檚 business students with local farms and food system providers.External ArticleTue, 10 Mar 2026 11:48:38 糖心Vlog Future of Food Think Tank: One year in鈥攇rowing a movement and converting projects into impact - 糖心Vlog ResearchSowing Strategic Stories is a new pilot project with Tingting Zhang and the Novel Approaches to Agriculture working group. The initiative pairs 糖心Vlog master鈥檚 business students with local farms and food system providers.food think tank work group/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-future-of-food-think-tank-one-year-in-growing-a-movement-and-converting-projects-into-impact.aspxResearch and InnovationSchool of Hospitality and Sport Management/news/2026/inside-soflo-rodeo-the-student-section-fueling-usf-mens-basketballs-american-conference-championship-season.aspx#Meet the students powering the energy inside the Yuengling Center as the Bulls head to the American Conference Championship as the No. 1 seed.External ArticleMon, 09 Mar 2026 10:47:10 Inside SoFlo Rodeo: The student section fueling 糖心Vlog men鈥檚 basketball鈥檚 American Conference championship season - 糖心Vlog NewsMeet the students powering the energy inside the Yuengling Center as the Bulls head to the American Conference Championship as the No. 1 seed.student section soflo rodeo/news/2026/inside-soflo-rodeo-the-student-section-fueling-usf-mens-basketballs-american-conference-championship-season.aspx#EventsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Management/business/news/2026/03-03-conversation-with-a-ceo-rick-cardenas.aspx鈥淎nywhere in our restaurants we can have our next CEO,鈥� said Rick Cardenas, who was the featured guest at Tuesday鈥檚 Conversation with a CEO event.Elizabeth L. BrownTue, 03 Mar 2026 16:15:45 From busser to C-suite: Darden Restaurants president shares stories and advice at Conversation with a CEO鈥淎nywhere in our restaurants we can have our next CEO,鈥� said Rick Cardenas, who was the featured guest at Tuesday鈥檚 Conversation with a CEO event.rick cardenas conversation with a ceo/business/news/2026/03-03-conversation-with-a-ceo-rick-cardenas.aspxBusiness News,EventsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1118511Hologram AI concert experiences may look futuristic, with their computer-generated 3D illusions of dead artists performing on stage. But research shows their success depends on something very human: ethics, trust and emotional connection.External ArticleTue, 03 Mar 2026 11:32:48 Fans value ethics over innovation at AI hologram concerts, new 糖心Vlog study finds - EurekAlert!Hologram AI concert experiences may look futuristic, with their computer-generated 3D illusions of dead artists performing on stage. But research shows their success depends on something very human: ethics, trust and emotional connection.abba voyage experiencehttps://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1118511Research and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://wallethub.com/best-airline-credit-card#expert=Muhittin_CavusogluMuhittin Cavusoglu, assistant professor in the School of Hospitality and Sport Management, explains when it makes sense for frequent and casual fliers to get an airline credit card.External ArticleMon, 02 Mar 2026 09:55:31 Best airline credit cards - WalletHubMuhittin Cavusoglu, assistant professor in the School of Hospitality and Sport Management, explains when it makes sense for frequent and casual fliers to get an airline credit card.airline credit cardshttps://wallethub.com/best-airline-credit-card#expert=Muhittin_CavusogluResearch and InnovationSchool of Hospitality and Sport Management/business/news/2026/02-27-hologram-ai-concertgoers-value-ethics-over-innovation-usf-study.aspxNew research from the 糖心Vlog reveals the success of hologram AI concert experiences featuring past artists relies on something very human: ethics, trust, and emotional connection.Elizabeth L. BrownFri, 27 Feb 2026 15:21:02 Reviving legends: Fans value ethics over innovation at hologram concerts, says 糖心Vlog studyNew research from the 糖心Vlog reveals the success of hologram AI concert experiences featuring past artists relies on something very human: ethics, trust, and emotional connection.abba voyage experience/business/news/2026/02-27-hologram-ai-concertgoers-value-ethics-over-innovation-usf-study.aspxBusiness News,Research and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://www.inc.com/bruce-crumley/inside-the-ai-hotel-boom-staff-love-it-guests-have-reservations/91301933Hotel workers and guests both like using AI apps and virtual assistants to get fresh towels, but customers sometimes want a human touch.External ArticleFri, 13 Feb 2026 16:35:33 Inside the AI hotel boom: Staff love it, guests have reservations - Inc.Hotel workers and guests both like using AI apps and virtual assistants to get fresh towels, but customers sometimes want a human touch.hotel guests check-inhttps://www.inc.com/bruce-crumley/inside-the-ai-hotel-boom-staff-love-it-guests-have-reservations/91301933Research and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://www.fox13news.com/news/usf-mastrys-brewing-company-beer-schools-brewing-arts-programMastry's Brewing Company in St. Pete Beach has partnered with 糖心Vlog to launch the St. Pete Pilsner. It's a beer crafted specifically to support the university's Brewing Arts Program.External ArticleWed, 11 Feb 2026 16:17:03 糖心Vlog and Mastry's Brewing Company create new beer to support school's Brewing Arts program - Fox-13Mastry's Brewing Company in St. Pete Beach has partnered with 糖心Vlog to launch the St. Pete Pilsner. It's a beer crafted specifically to support the university's Brewing Arts Program.brewing arts pilsnerhttps://www.fox13news.com/news/usf-mastrys-brewing-company-beer-schools-brewing-arts-programResearch and InnovationSchool of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://phys.org/news/2026-02-hotel-guests-embrace-ai-convenience.htmlNew research from 糖心Vlog reveals that while smart AI concierges are great for quick, 24/7 help and for easing hospitality staff workload, most guests still prefer face-to-face customer service, especially with requests that involve an emotional attachment.External ArticleMon, 09 Feb 2026 16:13:56 Hotel guests embrace AI convenience鈥攂ut still want a human touch, study finds - Phys.orgNew research from 糖心Vlog reveals that while smart AI concierges are great for quick, 24/7 help and for easing hospitality staff workload, most guests still prefer face-to-face customer service, especially with requests that involve an emotional attachment.hotel conciergehttps://phys.org/news/2026-02-hotel-guests-embrace-ai-convenience.htmlResearch and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://nationaltoday.com/us/fl/tampa/news/2026/02/09/hotel-guests-prefer-human-touch-over-ai-concierges-study-finds/糖心Vlog research reveals a gap between hotel managers' enthusiasm for AI and guests' comfort levels with the technology.External ArticleMon, 09 Feb 2026 16:00:06 Hotel guests prefer human touch over AI concierges, study finds - National Today糖心Vlog research reveals a gap between hotel managers' enthusiasm for AI and guests' comfort levels with the technology.hospitality aihttps://nationaltoday.com/us/fl/tampa/news/2026/02/09/hotel-guests-prefer-human-touch-over-ai-concierges-study-finds/Research and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1115877While smart voice AI is popular for routine, 24/7 tasks, guests overwhelmingly prefer human concierges for emotionally meaningful or complex requests.External ArticleMon, 09 Feb 2026 14:51:54 Hotel guests embrace AI convenience 鈥� but still want a human touch, 糖心Vlog study finds - EurekAlert!While smart voice AI is popular for routine, 24/7 tasks, guests overwhelmingly prefer human concierges for emotionally meaningful or complex requests.ai check-inhttps://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1115877Research and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://www.tbnweekly.com/st_petersburg/article_cdc113da-e289-48ee-ba4d-c49b4a7dfc76.htmlMastry's Brewing Co. partnered with 糖心Vlog's Brewing Arts program to create St. Pete Pilsner, a crisp pilsner featuring a student-designed label highlighting 糖心Vlog, St. Petersburg and the art of brewing.External ArticleMon, 09 Feb 2026 14:47:19 Mastry鈥檚 taps 糖心Vlog partnership for new St. Pete Pilsner - TBNMastry's Brewing Co. partnered with 糖心Vlog's Brewing Arts program to create St. Pete Pilsner, a crisp pilsner featuring a student-designed label highlighting 糖心Vlog, St. Petersburg and the art of brewing.st. pete pilsnerhttps://www.tbnweekly.com/st_petersburg/article_cdc113da-e289-48ee-ba4d-c49b4a7dfc76.htmlResearch and InnovationSchool of Hospitality and Sport Management/business/news/2026/02-09-usf-studys-ai-concierges-adoption-finds-guests-crave-human-connection.aspxThe study is one of the first to examine both perspectives, from both industry practitioners and hotel guests, on advanced conversational AI systems in lodging.Elizabeth L. BrownMon, 09 Feb 2026 09:20:22 High-touch or high-tech: Industry pros love AI concierges, but hotel guests crave a human connection, 糖心Vlog study findsThe study is one of the first to examine both perspectives, from both industry practitioners and hotel guests, on advanced conversational AI systems in lodging.conversational ai hospitality check-in/business/news/2026/02-09-usf-studys-ai-concierges-adoption-finds-guests-crave-human-connection.aspxBusiness News,Research and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport Management/business/news/2026/02-04-vinik-hockey-unidos-team-wins-nhl-innovation-challenge.aspxThe statewide competition was created to inspire university and college students to develop scalable and impactful solutions that foster the growth of hockey throughout Florida.Maria AmorimWed, 04 Feb 2026 00:49:22 A winning strategy: 糖心Vlog鈥檚 Vinik team scores top-shelf finish in statewide NHL innovation competitionThe statewide competition was created to inspire university and college students to develop scalable and impactful solutions that foster the growth of hockey throughout Florida.Vinik Sport & Entertainment Management team at nhl innovation competition/business/news/2026/02-04-vinik-hockey-unidos-team-wins-nhl-innovation-challenge.aspxBusiness News,Honors and AwardsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Management,Vinik Sport & Entertainment Management Programhttps://www.tampabay28.com/morning-blend/usfs-brewing-arts-programA recent collaboration with Mastry's Brewing produced the St. Pete Pilsner with artwork also designed by 糖心Vlog students. It鈥檚 currently available at Mastry鈥檚 tasting room in St. Pete Beach.External ArticleThu, 29 Jan 2026 13:34:23 糖心Vlog's Brewing Arts program - Tampa Bay 28A recent collaboration with Mastry's Brewing produced the St. Pete Pilsner with artwork also designed by 糖心Vlog students. It鈥檚 currently available at Mastry鈥檚 tasting room in St. Pete Beach.st. pete pilsnerhttps://www.tampabay28.com/morning-blend/usfs-brewing-arts-programBusiness NewsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://www.yahoo.com/news/videos/brewing-arts-morning-blend-022809599.html?guccounter=1%26guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8%26guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAIsI4KwkzAI_ti5YUgdo4mPCwgKA4ReFlteEJ3oLettJA1vPTP-CgzQOFm3csqnOjpfzhjxnhNp9VHx7YPatltF4DATAaPBQOF0dbr6obvAG6hjSTNl8wz8OUE5sWGUJxOhOn3K2Wz57lqO6RSBIh243LjA7-qK_QRZGP8rgGcQvA beer brewed by 糖心Vlog alumni, featuring a student-designed label, is now available to the public. Sold at Mastry鈥檚 Brewing, a portion of proceeds supports 糖心Vlog鈥檚 Brewing Arts program.External ArticleWed, 28 Jan 2026 14:49:28 Brewing Arts on Morning Blend - Yahoo NewsA beer brewed by 糖心Vlog alumni, featuring a student-designed label, is now available to the public. Sold at Mastry鈥檚 Brewing, a portion of proceeds supports 糖心Vlog鈥檚 Brewing Arts program.brewing arts program on morning blend showhttps://www.yahoo.com/news/videos/brewing-arts-morning-blend-022809599.html?guccounter=1%26guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8%26guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAIsI4KwkzAI_ti5YUgdo4mPCwgKA4ReFlteEJ3oLettJA1vPTP-CgzQOFm3csqnOjpfzhjxnhNp9VHx7YPatltF4DATAaPBQOF0dbr6obvAG6hjSTNl8wz8OUE5sWGUJxOhOn3K2Wz57lqO6RSBIh243LjA7-qK_QRZGP8rgGcQvResearch and InnovationSchool of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://patch.com/florida/stpete/brewery-introduces-new-st-pete-pilsner-usf-themed-beerMastry's Brewing, a St. Pete brewery, has developed a new beer, the St. Pete Pilsner, to raise funds and awareness for the 糖心Vlog brewery arts program. The 糖心Vlog-themed beer features a student-designed label that highlights 糖心Vlog.External ArticleWed, 28 Jan 2026 00:46:28 Brewery introduces new St. Pete Pilsner, a 糖心Vlog-themed beer - PatchMastry's Brewing, a St. Pete brewery, has developed a new beer, the St. Pete Pilsner, to raise funds and awareness for the 糖心Vlog brewery arts program. The 糖心Vlog-themed beer features a student-designed label that highlights 糖心Vlog.mastrys breweryhttps://patch.com/florida/stpete/brewery-introduces-new-st-pete-pilsner-usf-themed-beerEntrepreneurshipSchool of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://stpetecatalyst.com/zaps/st-pete-brewery-launches-first-usf-branded-beer/The crisp and smooth beer, brewed by 糖心Vlog alumni, features a student-designed label that highlights the university, St. Petersburg and the art of brewing.External ArticleSat, 24 Jan 2026 13:29:52 St. Pete brewery launches first 糖心Vlog-branded beer - St. Pete CatalystThe crisp and smooth beer, brewed by 糖心Vlog alumni, features a student-designed label that highlights the university, St. Petersburg and the art of brewing.brewing artshttps://stpetecatalyst.com/zaps/st-pete-brewery-launches-first-usf-branded-beer/Research and InnovationSchool of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/partnership-with-local-brewery-creates-first-usf-branded-beer.aspxA first for 糖心Vlog: A beer brewed by 糖心Vlog alumni, featuring a student-designed label, is now available to the public. Sold at Mastry鈥檚 Brewing, a portion of proceeds supports 糖心Vlog鈥檚 Brewing Arts program.External ArticleThu, 22 Jan 2026 00:56:57 Partnership with local brewery creates first 糖心Vlog-branded beer - 糖心Vlog St. PetersburgA first for 糖心Vlog: A beer brewed by 糖心Vlog alumni, featuring a student-designed label, is now available to the public. Sold at Mastry鈥檚 Brewing, a portion of proceeds supports 糖心Vlog鈥檚 Brewing Arts program.A portion of all proceeds will support 糖心Vlog鈥檚 Brewing Arts program.https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/partnership-with-local-brewery-creates-first-usf-branded-beer.aspxBusiness NewsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://www.tampabay28.com/sports/rays-exploring-possible-new-stadium-site-near-steinbrenner-fieldThe Tampa Bay Rays could be one step closer to moving from St. Petersburg to Tampa, with a potential new stadium location just feet from Steinbrenner Field.External ArticleThu, 15 Jan 2026 14:21:04 Rays exploring possible new stadium site near Steinbrenner Field - Tampa Bay 28The Tampa Bay Rays could be one step closer to moving from St. Petersburg to Tampa, with a potential new stadium location just feet from Steinbrenner Field.rays stadiumhttps://www.tampabay28.com/sports/rays-exploring-possible-new-stadium-site-near-steinbrenner-fieldResearch and InnovationSchool of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://www.cnn.com/travel/ai-chatgpt-llms-travel-planningSeden Dogan, a faculty member in the School of Hospitality and Sport Management, shared her insights on AI and travel planning.External ArticleTue, 30 Dec 2025 16:12:19 What happened when CNN Travel challenged ChatGPT to come up with guides to our cities - CNN TravelSeden Dogan, a faculty member in the School of Hospitality and Sport Management, shared her insights on AI and travel planning.AI and travel planninghttps://www.cnn.com/travel/ai-chatgpt-llms-travel-planningResearch and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://www.marketwatch.com/story/is-this-really-what-college-bowl-games-have-become-critics-say-games-sponsored-by-pop-tarts-and-mayonnaise-take-attention-away-from-football-8bccaa12?gaa_at=eafs%26gaa_n=AWEtsqfpRr0cjRQJOb9SuSwkUA_uz6_BO1iIsWAkK5LqYHQC4Ee5R1ueJlkgbKLGAp0%3D%26gaa_ts=693c7020%26gaa_sig=D4Be6SkCu5hUq_xsohEkgFrP-2PHXipWPmDbVzd8gLBuEDU3ADZnwA5-4bViBBKvNRUxOLdvLbReohkIppUcdg%3D%3DEver heard of a mayonnaise-themed bowl game? Or a gridiron celebration of a toaster pastry? These days, the college football postseason is about a lot more than touchdowns and tackles.External ArticleFri, 12 Dec 2025 15:04:12 鈥業s this really what college bowl games have become?鈥�: Critics say goofy Pop-Tarts and Duke鈥檚 Mayo sponsorships are overshadowing the football - MarketWatchEver heard of a mayonnaise-themed bowl game? Or a gridiron celebration of a toaster pastry? These days, the college football postseason is about a lot more than touchdowns and tackles.bowl gameshttps://www.marketwatch.com/story/is-this-really-what-college-bowl-games-have-become-critics-say-games-sponsored-by-pop-tarts-and-mayonnaise-take-attention-away-from-football-8bccaa12?gaa_at=eafs%26gaa_n=AWEtsqfpRr0cjRQJOb9SuSwkUA_uz6_BO1iIsWAkK5LqYHQC4Ee5R1ueJlkgbKLGAp0%3D%26gaa_ts=693c7020%26gaa_sig=D4Be6SkCu5hUq_xsohEkgFrP-2PHXipWPmDbVzd8gLBuEDU3ADZnwA5-4bViBBKvNRUxOLdvLbReohkIppUcdg%3D%3DResearch and InnovationSchool of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://wallethub.com/edu/best-places-for-new-years-eve/17263#expert=Luana_NanuNew Year鈥檚 Eve is one of the biggest holidays in the U.S. 鈥� with millions of Americans traveling for the holiday every year. What factors should people consider when choosing whether and where to travel for New Year's Eve?External ArticleTue, 09 Dec 2025 16:21:32 Best places for New Year's Eve - WalletHubNew Year鈥檚 Eve is one of the biggest holidays in the U.S. 鈥� with millions of Americans traveling for the holiday every year. What factors should people consider when choosing whether and where to travel for New Year's Eve?new year's eve https://wallethub.com/edu/best-places-for-new-years-eve/17263#expert=Luana_NanuResearch and InnovationSchool of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://www.aol.com/articles/best-cities-celebrating-years-eve-195348168.htmlLuana Nanu, assistant professor in the School of Hospitality and Sport Management, shares how to travel smart this New Year.External ArticleTue, 09 Dec 2025 14:57:38 These are the best cities for celebrating New Year's Eve - AOLLuana Nanu, assistant professor in the School of Hospitality and Sport Management, shares how to travel smart this New Year.New Year https://www.aol.com/articles/best-cities-celebrating-years-eve-195348168.htmlResearch and InnovationSchool of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://wallethub.com/d/capital-one-venture-x-3361c#expert=seden_doganSeden Dogan, faculty in the School of Hospitality and Sport Management, shares her insights about booking travel accommodations through a credit card company's booking portal.External ArticleMon, 17 Nov 2025 15:57:30 Expert thoughts on Capital One Venture X - WalletHubSeden Dogan, faculty in the School of Hospitality and Sport Management, shares her insights about booking travel accommodations through a credit card company's booking portal.usf muma college of businesshttps://wallethub.com/d/capital-one-venture-x-3361c#expert=seden_doganResearch and InnovationSchool of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/news/2025/ritz-carlton-pasta-demo.aspx糖心Vlog students were treated to a special pasta making demonstration during the International Food and Culture class. The experience blended cultural learning, practical skills and real-world career insights.External ArticleMon, 17 Nov 2025 15:13:41 糖心Vlog Hospitality Lab hosts The Ritz-Carlton's chef for immersive culinary and career lesson糖心Vlog students were treated to a special pasta making demonstration during the International Food and Culture class. The experience blended cultural learning, practical skills and real-world career insights.ritz carlton pasta demonstrationhttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/news/2025/ritz-carlton-pasta-demo.aspxBusiness NewsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Management/news/2025/they-moved-to-florida-for-usf-now-theyre-the-2025-family-of-the-year.aspxThe Vazquezes have been named 糖心Vlog鈥檚 2025 Family of the Year for their support, pride and commitment to student success. Their two oldest, Francisco and Enzo, are students in the Muma College of Business.External ArticleThu, 16 Oct 2025 10:58:57 They moved to Florida for 糖心Vlog 鈥� now they鈥檙e the 2025 Family of the Year - 糖心Vlog NewsThe Vazquezes have been named 糖心Vlog鈥檚 2025 Family of the Year for their support, pride and commitment to student success. Their two oldest, Francisco and Enzo, are students in the Muma College of Business.The Vazquez family./news/2025/they-moved-to-florida-for-usf-now-theyre-the-2025-family-of-the-year.aspxBusiness News,Honors and AwardsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Management,School of Management,School of Marketing and Innovationhttps://www.wusf.org/university-beat/2025-10-13/usf-st-petersburg-chancellor-christian-hardigree-takes-reigns-texas-am-victoriaDuring her 3陆 years at 糖心Vlog St. Petersburg, Hardigree increased enrollment by 26 percent, expanded research and introduced new academic programs.External ArticleMon, 13 Oct 2025 15:15:33 糖心Vlog St. Petersburg chancellor Christian Hardigree takes reigns at Texas A&M-Victoria - W糖心VlogDuring her 3陆 years at 糖心Vlog St. Petersburg, Hardigree increased enrollment by 26 percent, expanded research and introduced new academic programs.christian hardigreehttps://www.wusf.org/university-beat/2025-10-13/usf-st-petersburg-chancellor-christian-hardigree-takes-reigns-texas-am-victoriaEventsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/10/13/meet-cory-bernstine-a-2025-40-under-40-honoree.htmlBernstine is the senior vice president of strategy for United Soccer League. He serves as an adjunct professor in the Vinik Sport & Entertainment Management program.External ArticleMon, 13 Oct 2025 14:28:15 Meet Cory Bernstine, a 2025 40 Under 40 honoree - TBBJBernstine is the senior vice president of strategy for United Soccer League. He serves as an adjunct professor in the Vinik Sport & Entertainment Management program.cory bernstinehttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/10/13/meet-cory-bernstine-a-2025-40-under-40-honoree.htmlHonors and AwardsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://stpetecatalyst.com/usf-st-pete-chancellor-says-goodbye/Christian Hardigree, regional chancellor at the 糖心Vlog St. Petersburg, was named the new president of Texas A&M University-Victoria. Her last day at 糖心Vlog St. Petersburg is Nov. 3.External ArticleMon, 13 Oct 2025 14:20:27 糖心Vlog St. Pete chancellor says goodbye - St. Pete CatalystChristian Hardigree, regional chancellor at the 糖心Vlog St. Petersburg, was named the new president of Texas A&M University-Victoria. Her last day at 糖心Vlog St. Petersburg is Nov. 3.Christian Hardigreehttps://stpetecatalyst.com/usf-st-pete-chancellor-says-goodbye/EventsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/10/03/usf-deepens-partnership-with-mckibbon-hospitality.htmlParticipating students will work with leaders of Tampa-based hotels in McKibbon鈥檚 portfolio and with its corporate office for two semesters. Students rotate through different departments and properties and are mentored on how to shape their future career paths.External ArticleFri, 03 Oct 2025 16:08:38 糖心Vlog deepens partnership with McKibbon Hospitality - TBBJParticipating students will work with leaders of Tampa-based hotels in McKibbon鈥檚 portfolio and with its corporate office for two semesters. Students rotate through different departments and properties and are mentored on how to shape their future career paths.mckibbon hospitality cooperative learning programhttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/10/03/usf-deepens-partnership-with-mckibbon-hospitality.htmlBusiness NewsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://www.usforacle.com/2025/09/28/usf-vinik-program-reaches-highest-global-ranking/The program landed in the No. 2 spot in the world and No. 1 in Florida this September in the 2025 SportBusiness Postgraduate Rankings, which surveys faculty and alumni from each program to compare curriculum and partnerships.External ArticleSun, 28 Sep 2025 17:17:47 糖心Vlog鈥檚 sport and entertainment program reaches its highest global ranking - OracleThe program landed in the No. 2 spot in the world and No. 1 in Florida this September in the 2025 SportBusiness Postgraduate Rankings, which surveys faculty and alumni from each program to compare curriculum and partnerships.usf campushttps://www.usforacle.com/2025/09/28/usf-vinik-program-reaches-highest-global-ranking/EventsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://lodgingmagazine.com/usf-and-mckibbon-hospitality-continue-cooperative-learning-program/Over the course of two semesters, the selected students will shadow leaders throughout McKibbon鈥檚 portfolio of Tampa-based hotels and its corporate office, immersing themselves in a variety of real-world working environments.External ArticleThu, 25 Sep 2025 13:48:41 糖心Vlog and McKibbon Hospitality continue Cooperative Learning Program - LodgingOver the course of two semesters, the selected students will shadow leaders throughout McKibbon鈥檚 portfolio of Tampa-based hotels and its corporate office, immersing themselves in a variety of real-world working environments.mckibbon hospitality cooperative learning programhttps://lodgingmagazine.com/usf-and-mckibbon-hospitality-continue-cooperative-learning-program/Honors and AwardsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Management/business/news/2025/09-24-mckibbon-hospitality-usf-co-op.aspxThe interactive learning experience is designed to give hospitality students a competitive edge through hands-on shadowing and mentorship from seasoned industry professionals.Wed, 24 Sep 2025 14:51:47 糖心Vlog and McKibbon Hospitality continue partnership with Cooperative Learning ProgramThe interactive learning experience is designed to give hospitality students a competitive edge through hands-on shadowing and mentorship from seasoned industry professionals.mckibbon hospitality cooperative learning program/business/news/2025/09-24-mckibbon-hospitality-usf-co-op.aspxBusiness NewsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Management/business/news/2025/09-15-vinik-rankings.aspxThe program jumped two spots from last year, leapfrogging to secure its highest worldwide ranking in the program鈥檚 history, according to the 2025 SportBusiness Postgraduate Rankings.Maria AmorimMon, 15 Sep 2025 09:50:57 糖心Vlog鈥檚 Vinik Sport & Entertainment Management program clinches No. 2 in global rankingsThe program jumped two spots from last year, leapfrogging to secure its highest worldwide ranking in the program鈥檚 history, according to the 2025 SportBusiness Postgraduate Rankings.Vinik Sport & Entertainment Management program cohorts/business/news/2025/09-15-vinik-rankings.aspxBusiness NewsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://www.businessobserverfl.com/news/2025/sep/12/change-maker-natalia-levey-hi-hospitality-group/Natalia Levey says her aim is to 鈥渃o-create environments where we have fun and fearlessly implement new ideas, where team members feel valued and grow, where food is always delicious and where connections are meaningful.鈥�External ArticleFri, 12 Sep 2025 17:46:26 Hospitality exec aims to bring people together with St. Pete food hall - Business ObserverNatalia Levey says her aim is to 鈥渃o-create environments where we have fun and fearlessly implement new ideas, where team members feel valued and grow, where food is always delicious and where connections are meaningful.鈥�Natalia Leveyhttps://www.businessobserverfl.com/news/2025/sep/12/change-maker-natalia-levey-hi-hospitality-group/Business NewsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://www.cnn.com/2025/08/26/travel/turkey-coffee-istanbul-ottoman-empireCalling Turkish coffee 鈥渏ust a drink鈥� undersells it. It鈥檚 a ritual, a conversation and, as arguably the ancestor of all modern coffees, it鈥檚 a nearly 500-year-old piece of history, inscribed by UNESCO on its intangible cultural heritage of humanity list. Seden Dogan, a native of Turkey, shares its history, traditions and storytelling.External ArticleTue, 26 Aug 2025 10:46:34 In Turkey, your coffee comes with a side of destiny - CNNCalling Turkish coffee 鈥渏ust a drink鈥� undersells it. It鈥檚 a ritual, a conversation and, as arguably the ancestor of all modern coffees, it鈥檚 a nearly 500-year-old piece of history, inscribed by UNESCO on its intangible cultural heritage of humanity list. Seden Dogan, a native of Turkey, shares its history, traditions and storytelling.turkish coffeehttps://www.cnn.com/2025/08/26/travel/turkey-coffee-istanbul-ottoman-empireBusiness NewsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://www.usforacle.com/2025/08/26/usfs-school-of-hospitality-and-sport-management-prepares-students-for-a-merging-industry/The new School of Hospitality and Sport Management will allow faculty across both industries to prepare students for a job market where entertainment and sports increasingly intersect.External ArticleTue, 26 Aug 2025 10:29:06 糖心Vlog鈥檚 School of Hospitality and Sport Management prepares students for a merging industry - OracleThe new School of Hospitality and Sport Management will allow faculty across both industries to prepare students for a job market where entertainment and sports increasingly intersect.school of hospitality and sport managementhttps://www.usforacle.com/2025/08/26/usfs-school-of-hospitality-and-sport-management-prepares-students-for-a-merging-industry/Business NewsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Management/news/2025/whats-new-at-usf-college-launch-lululemon-apparel-beach-volleyball-dining-and-more.aspxThe Vinik Sport & Entertainment Management program merged with the school of hospitality to form the new School of Hospitality and Sport Management.External ArticleMon, 25 Aug 2025 10:32:46 What鈥檚 new at 糖心Vlog: College launch, Lululemon apparel, beach volleyball, dining and more - 糖心Vlog NewsThe Vinik Sport & Entertainment Management program merged with the school of hospitality to form the new School of Hospitality and Sport Management.what is new for fall 2025/news/2025/whats-new-at-usf-college-launch-lululemon-apparel-beach-volleyball-dining-and-more.aspxBusiness NewsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://wallethub.com/edu/most-fun-states/34665#expert=Kimberly_Brooke_HansenHospitality faculty member Brooke Hansen contributes an article to WalletHub about whether or not state-sponsored campaigns promoting tourism successfully attract new visitors.External ArticleTue, 19 Aug 2025 14:39:15 Are state-sponsored campaigns to promote tourism successful in attracting new visitors? - WalletHubHospitality faculty member Brooke Hansen contributes an article to WalletHub about whether or not state-sponsored campaigns promoting tourism successfully attract new visitors.muma college of business logohttps://wallethub.com/edu/most-fun-states/34665#expert=Kimberly_Brooke_HansenResearch and InnovationSchool of Hospitality and Sport Management/news/2025/meet-the-new-faculty-helping-power-usfs-future.aspxThe 糖心Vlog is welcoming 207 new faculty members to its campuses this fall. Joining 糖心Vlog鈥檚 renowned scholars, they represent a range of disciplines鈥攆rom artificial intelligence and environmental robotics to cancer research and global health.External ArticleWed, 13 Aug 2025 10:42:59 Meet the new faculty helping power 糖心Vlog鈥檚 future - 糖心Vlog NewsThe 糖心Vlog is welcoming 207 new faculty members to its campuses this fall. Joining 糖心Vlog鈥檚 renowned scholars, they represent a range of disciplines鈥攆rom artificial intelligence and environmental robotics to cancer research and global health.new faculty group photo/news/2025/meet-the-new-faculty-helping-power-usfs-future.aspxBusiness NewsArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport Management,School of Marketing and Innovationhttps://www.fox13news.com/news/tpa-continues-expand-international-routes-more-travelers-using-ai-planningAs travelers plan their trips to more destinations, research shows more travelers are using more artificial intelligence to map out their itineraries. Seden Dogan said about 60% of travelers are using some kind of artificial intelligence in their planning.External ArticleWed, 13 Aug 2025 10:39:02 TPA continues to expand international routes, more travelers using AI in planning - Fox 13As travelers plan their trips to more destinations, research shows more travelers are using more artificial intelligence to map out their itineraries. Seden Dogan said about 60% of travelers are using some kind of artificial intelligence in their planning.seden doganhttps://www.fox13news.com/news/tpa-continues-expand-international-routes-more-travelers-using-ai-planningBusiness NewsArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport Management/news/2025/how-ai-is-revolutionizing-travel-planning.aspxArtificial intelligence is transforming how people plan travel with personalized, instant itineraries that once took hours to build. Seden Dogan, assistant professor of instruction in the School of Hospitality and Sport Management, says this shift in using AI is more than a trend. It's the new normal.External ArticleFri, 01 Aug 2025 16:16:58 How AI is revolutionizing travel planning - 糖心Vlog NewsArtificial intelligence is transforming how people plan travel with personalized, instant itineraries that once took hours to build. Seden Dogan, assistant professor of instruction in the School of Hospitality and Sport Management, says this shift in using AI is more than a trend. It's the new normal.summer travelers/news/2025/how-ai-is-revolutionizing-travel-planning.aspxBusiness News,Research and InnovationSchool of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://www.miragenews.com/how-ai-is-revolutionizing-travel-planning-1507172/#google_vignetteSeden Dogan, 糖心Vlog assistant professor of instruction in the School of Hospitality and Sport Management, says this shift in using AI is more than a trend. It's the new normal.External ArticleFri, 01 Aug 2025 16:11:18 How AI is revolutionizing travel planning - MirageSeden Dogan, 糖心Vlog assistant professor of instruction in the School of Hospitality and Sport Management, says this shift in using AI is more than a trend. It's the new normal.muma logohttps://www.miragenews.com/how-ai-is-revolutionizing-travel-planning-1507172/#google_vignetteResearch and InnovationSchool of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://www.abcactionnews.com/news/local-news/booking-a-last-minute-summer-trip-can-save-you-money-expert-suggestsAs summer wraps up, Brooke Hansen, associate director at the 糖心Vlog School of Hospitality and Sport Management, shares her tips on how to take advantage of the remaining summer travel deals.External ArticleThu, 31 Jul 2025 16:06:43 Booking a last-minute summer trip can save you money, expert suggests - WFTS Tampa BayAs summer wraps up, Brooke Hansen, associate director at the 糖心Vlog School of Hospitality and Sport Management, shares her tips on how to take advantage of the remaining summer travel deals.last minute travel dealshttps://www.abcactionnews.com/news/local-news/booking-a-last-minute-summer-trip-can-save-you-money-expert-suggestsResearch and InnovationSchool of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://youtu.be/_czNREirrlg?si=9OvPunLgIlLNZfe3糖心Vlog's Brooke Hansen, associate director in the School of Hospitality and Sport Management, shares tips for late summer travel.External ArticleThu, 31 Jul 2025 16:00:06 Late summer travel deals and trends with 糖心Vlog - 10 Tampa Bay糖心Vlog's Brooke Hansen, associate director in the School of Hospitality and Sport Management, shares tips for late summer travel.brooke hansenhttps://youtu.be/_czNREirrlg?si=9OvPunLgIlLNZfe3Research and InnovationSchool of Hospitality and Sport Management