Here’s a quick glimpse at one of many impressive outcomes HPU graduates achieve.
Name: Paris Glover, Class of 2026
Hometown: Greensboro, North Carolina
Major: Hospitality with a minor in Criminal Justice
Post-graduation plans: Paris interned at The Proximity Hotel in Greensboro, North Carolina. At her internship, she rotated throughout the renowned Proximity Hotel, learning about the various operations and overall internal structure of the organization. Departments included housekeeping, engineering, food and beverage, as well as customer service and the front desk.
How HPU helped you get there: “HPU helped me learn professional skills to use during my interview to truly make myself stand out!”
Most impactful mentor at HPU: “The most impactful mentor I have had at HPU is Dr. Marisa Ritter, associate professor of hospitality and management. Dr. Ritter is a wonderful woman who is always willing to make time in her schedule for a student who needs it and will listen to your concerns no matter what.”
What are the life skills HPU helped you develop that prepared you for long-term success? “HPU will frequently bring in innovators and so students can learn from them and have lunches with them. So far, I have had the privilege to attend two of these lunches, one being with Cynt Marshall, CEO of the Dallas Mavericks and HPU’s Sports Executive in Residence, and the other with Dee Ann Turner, former Vice President of Chick-Fil-A and HPU’s Talent Acquisition Expert in Residence. These lunches have truly taught me so many professional etiquette skills when having a professional lunch and dinner.”
What are the values and virtues HPU’s campus helped you develop that you’ll take with you? “One important value HPU helped me develop is the importance of eye contact. While this might seem minor to many, this is one example of a skill HPU makes sure every student understands. Whether it is an interview, a professional lunch or a business deal, eye contact is a major part of how you portray yourself.”
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