Dean Walsh outlines preliminary action items for SHA, which include new training requirements and seminars, curriculum improvements, and a commitment to improve Black representation in industry-focused programming.
The School of Hotel Administration, also known as SHA, embodies the meaning of hospitality: making a difference in others’ lives. It’s about leadership, passion, and emotional intelligence. It’s knowing that hospitality is everywhere.
SHA, as part of the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, is the world’s hub for teaching, researching, and facilitating connections through the business of hospitality management. Hotelies are consistently earning their place among the industry’s history books, and our dedicated alumni know this well. Wherever you are across the globe, you’ll find a Hotelie. We’re proud to be the first—and the best—School of Hotel Administration.
Andrew Karolyi, who was named acting dean of the Cornell SC Johnson College in March, will serve as dean of the college for the remainder of former Dean Kevin F. Hallock’s term, Provost Michael Kotlikoff announced.
Operating under the ethos of ‘students serving students,’ SHA's Dean’s Student Advisory Board represents the student perspective.
Dean Kate Walsh is collaborating with other industry leaders to ensure the future of the industry is as diverse as the customers it serves.
COVID-19 insights and tools for the hospitality industry
The School of Hotel Administration has developed a collection of resources to equip all sectors of the hospitality industry with tools and guidance as its leaders continue to navigate the unprecedented impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Building purposeful, authentic, vibrant leaders in hospitality
Each of our undergraduate students, graduate students, and executive education participants have one thing in common: a passion for hospitality.
SHA’s deep industry connections bring learners face-to-face with successful entrepreneurs, high-level executives, global thought leaders, and seasoned alumni. At our Ithaca, New York campus, you’ll find an experience, and a network, like no other.
Gain a foundation in business principles and apply them to the hospitality industry with core courses, electives, concentrations, and 800 hours of required practice credit.
For career switchers, career enhancers, entrepreneurs, and those with a family business background, the MMH program includes core courses and custom electives.
The Baker Program in Real Estate, offered in partnership with Cornell’s College of Architecture, Art, and Planning, will prepare you for career success with concentrations, an internship, and global treks.
The MS and PhD programs are highly competitive, research-focused degrees that are best suited for students pursuing careers in hospitality academia and research.
For hospitality executives and general hotel managers, SHA’s on-campus executive programs in New York are interactive, taught by SHA faculty, and offer incredible networking opportunities.
A wide range of online courses and certificate programs give hotel managers and other hospitality professionals access to SHA’s experienced faculty from anywhere in the world.
Vince Slaugh, Assistant Professor
Services Operations Management
Slaugh has focused his research on questions related to nursing-home staffing and maximizing adoption opportunities for teens. His interests complement those of other faculty members in SHA who are concerned with making healthcare more hospitable.
Influencing the hospitality industry with relevant dialogue and timely, rigorous research
SHA’s faculty focus directly on research that benefits the industry in areas such as real estate and finance, services management and marketing, human resources, food and beverage management, and organizational behavior.
Promote industry growth
The School of Hotel Administration has created six centers and institutes designed to promote industry growth and enrich the educational curriculum by providing opportunities for students to put their learning into practice and to work directly with our corporate members.
Preparing the industry leaders of tomorrow
SHA faculty prepare students to be emotionally intelligent, culturally aware, and technologically savvy. Most importantly, they teach students the importance of the Hotelie service mindset.
The Ivy League’s only teaching hotel
The Statler Hotel’s reputation for providing the highest level of service and attention to detail is the product of its mission to educate the world’s emerging hospitality leaders. More than 200 students work alongside seasoned professionals, honing their skills across all hotel and restaurant operations.
