Welcome!
The Hospitality Management Department at Kansas State University is an internationally recognized program; committed to preparing the next generation of hospitality leaders for a successful career in industry or academia by delivering a transformational educational experience through experiential learning, professionalism, international experiences, and strong partnerships with hospitality industry.
97% of our undergraduate students are employed upon graduation | 16.6:1 student-to-teacher ratio | 900 hours of work experience through internships |
#1 The only accredited four-year Bachelor Science program of its kind in Kansas | 4 years in a row, graduate students have received best paper awards at Annual Graduate Students Research Conference in Hospitality and Tourism | 94% of our Ph.D. students have a job in higher education upon graduation |
Our programs are designed to meet the needs of the vibrant hospitality industry. If you are interested in a dynamic career in lodging; foodservice; or meeting, convention, and event management you have come to the right place. Teaching, research, study abroad, and leadership opportunities are designed to prepare students for professional careers in our service-oriented, information-based society. Come for a campus visit. Stay for an undergraduate or graduate degree and enhance your marketability and skills.
Upcoming Events
| Dec 14 | Dec 14 | Jan 3-5, 2020 |
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Commencement Celebration Justin Hall, Hodgson Student Collaborative Area | Fall 2019 Commencement Ceremonies at 2:30 p.m
| 25th Annual Graduate Student Research Conference in Las Vegas |
HM Updates
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November 4, 2019
You’re Invited: Veteran’s Day breakfast hosted by hospitality management students
In honor of Veteran’s Day, the Hospitality Management Club, a student group in the department of Hospitality Management, would like to invite all students, faculty and staff to join them for breakfast on Monday, November 11 from 7:30 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. in Lacy’s Fresh Fare and Catering, located in Hoffman Lounge of Justin Hall. […]
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October 21, 2019
Hospitality Management professor selected to serve on national panel
Junehee Kwon, professor in hospitality management, was invited to serve National Restaurant Association’s ServSafe Allergen Certificate Examination Job Task Analysis panel. She was one of 12 panel members comprised of industry leaders in food safety and food allergy management and prevention. Kwon was invited to the panel based on her food allergy research. She was […]
"Joining HM’s doctoral program is one of the best decisions I have made. The research collaboration with excellent faculty, the teaching opportunity for graduate students, and the invaluable mentorship all contribute to who I am as an academician today. The bonus is the life-time friendships with the people in the program."
"Throughout my 5 years at K-State I have found more than just a love for hospitality, most importantly I have found a family. Our department and program allows you to connect on both a personal and professional level with the faculty, where they push you to reach new heights. Thank you all in the hospitality department, I am a better person because of you!"
