A Story 100 Years in the Making
Our story is undoubtedly characterized by a 100-year-long commitment to a business education that is infused with the spirit and language of hospitality. This story—our history—has guided and changed the industry throughout the past century, and it will continue to do so in the next century and beyond.
As part of our centennial celebration, the Cornell Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration is digitizing stories from the past—for the first time ever. Join us as we honor our past and celebrate the stories that are making Hotelie history today.
Making History Today
History isn’t just a thing of the past. Our Hotelies are making history every day. Take a moment to read the stories that are paving the future of the Cornell Nolan School of Hotel Administration.

The Nolan School’s Hotelies Show Up and Give Back
Hotelies Give Back returned to campus last month, highlighting the role of service in hospitality and beyond for Cornell Nolan School students.

App connecting driveways with beachgoers wins hospitality business contest
Barge-deck restaurants and robotics startup for cooking kitchens among pitches presented during the 12th Cornell Hospitality Business Plan Competition.

Cornell Nolan School to Commemorate 100th Anniversary
A yearlong celebration of the 100th anniversary kicked off at the 97th annual Hotel Ezra Cornell (HEC).
Honoring Our Past
For the first time ever, we’re digitizing select stories and excerpts from Hotelie Magazine! Join us as we celebrate our centennial with stories that honor our past.

Savor the Centennial Edition of Hotelie Magazine
The SC Johnson College of Business is pleased to announce the publication of a commemorative edition marking 100 years of hospitality education.

100 years of Cornell Hospitality: Alumni Celebrate at Gala
Over 300 alumni of the Nolan School of Hotel Administration walked the red carpet at the 13th annual Icons and Innovators (I&I) Awards gala.

First Among Giants: Chuck Feeney ’56
Learn more about Chuck Feeney’s colossal impact on Cornell, the tourism and retail industries, and, with no exaggeration, the world.
A Toast to Our Future
Our community—our devoted Hotelies—are united by their success and their passion for service and each other. While there are many ways to celebrate our centennial, you can choose to make a gift that will positively impact future generations of Hotelies.