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Fall 2017
HTM OHANA MEETING

September 14, 2017

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Aloha! Grab Lunch on the Way Out!

Ho okipa Society (Jonathan Jessop)

Internships (Marla Lundgren, Keith & Julie Ferrin)

Imiloa Career Exploration trips (Steve Lundgren)

Akamai Executive Lecture series (Steve Lundgren)

HTM scholarships and academics (David Preece)

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HTM Student Organization

Jonathan Jessop Cassie Davis Emily Holt Belu Chik Kimberlee Weaver
President VP Events VP Comms VP Ops Secretary

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HTM Student Organization HTM Student Organization

Professional development
Hookipa Society membership required for all

Industry networking academic recognitions, scholarships, and career

Social activities exploration trips

Facebook group: facebook.com/groups/hookipasociety
Semester dues is $5

Upcoming Activities:
Sign up today at the table!
Global Tourism Summit: September 19, Convention Center
Fall Semester opening social: early October
Activity every month

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HTM Internship Overview

Imiloa is the Hawaiian word for exploration, and the waa symbolizes
inspiration and adventure in a career search. The Imiloa Career
Exploration program offers Hospitality & Tourism Management students a
range of opportunities for first-hand career observation and engagement,
including career counseling, meaningful internships, and faculty-led
student group travel to global career destinations and tourism companies.
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Requirements and roles
Internship required for HTM major; minimum 180 work hours
Internship optional elective for HTM minor
Typically 3-6 months; learning objectives; mentoring; report
Experiential Learning Coordinators:
o Provide guidance and offer counsel
o Identify potential internships and communicate with employers
o Ensure prerequisites have been met and oversee process
o Review performance and post grade
Students are ultimately responsible for their internship
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HTM Internship Process HTM Internship Partners

Strategic partnership locations
Julie & Keith Ferrin 1. Local entities (PCC, Marriott Courtyard Hotel, Turtle Bay Resort)
Office: HGB 211
Phone: (808) 675-4836 2. Waikiki & Neighbor Isles (hotels, destinations, airlines, F&B, retailers)
kferrin@go.byuh.edu 3. Salt Lake City and Utah cities (hotels, event centers, LDS Travel)
jferrin@go.byuh.edu
2 Manage 4. Guam, U.S. Territory (hotels and resorts, tour operators)

1Explore Marla Lundgren

Office: HGB 218
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French Polynesia (hotels and resorts)
Fiji (hotels and resorts, tour operators, tourism office)
Phone: (808) 675-4835
lundgrenma@go.byuh.edu

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HTM Internship Partners Imiloa Career Exploration

Four faculty-escorted career trips per year
Hawaii Neighbor Islands Domestic & international students
U.S. Mainland, Asia-Pacific Hookipa Society members
One trip per student Cumulative GPA 3.0+

Maui & Big Island San Francisco Hong Kong

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Maui Trip Big Island Trip

December 15-18, 2017 (Ferrins & Preeces) April 23-26, 2017 (Ferrins & Lundgrens)
Interisland flights Interisland flights
Hotel and restaurant tours Hotel and restaurant tours
Island activities tour Island activities tour
Sunday Church Sunday Church
Maximum 12 students Maximum 12 students
Domestic & international students Domestic & international students
Student cost $200 inclusive Student cost $200 inclusive
Application deadline October 27 Application deadline February 2

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San Francisco Trip Hong Kong Trip

April 22-28, 2017 (Countrymans) April 22-28, 2017(Parkers)
Mainland flights International flights
Hotel and restaurant tours Hotel and restaurant tours
Area businesses, attractions tours Area businesses, attractions tours
Sunday Church Sunday Church
Maximum 6 students Maximum 6 students
Domestic student preference HK/PRC/Taiwan student preference
Student cost $400 inclusive Student cost $400 inclusive
Application deadline February 2 Application deadline February 2

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Executive Lecture Series

Monthly career and networking presentation
Hospitality and tourism executives on 2nd Thursdays
Space-limited luncheon after lecture
Akamai is the Hawaiian word for wisdom, and the honu represents Videos on News and Events page of hospitality.byuh.edu
persistence and good fortune for aspiring tourism professionals. The
Akamai Hospitality Networking program is all about connecting
Hospitality & Tourism Management students with prominent industry
leaders to accelerate career launch. Activities include a monthly lecture
series, attending industry events, and networking opportunities.

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Marriott Scholars
Special graduation recognition
An award that enhances your
resume and interviewing
Oi kelakela is the Hawaiian word for excellence, and the kalo leaf Must have a total GPA of 3.0+
represents birth, life and regeneration as scholars make the transition to Must be active in Hookipa Society
professionals. The Oi Kelakela Marriott Scholars program recognizes high-
achieving Hospitality & Tourism Management students who maintain a
minimum 3.0 GPA and are active in the Hookipa Society. Oi Kelakela
members are eligible for academic scholarships, exclusive mentoring by
industry leaders, and other special benefits.

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HTM Scholarships HTM Minor

Four types of scholarships each semester Updated and refined
$250-500 awards from College of Business funds Aligned with new major
Additional awards from Center for Hospitality & Tourism Added rigor and flexibility
Endowed awards from private donors 4 required courses
International Foodservice Manufacturers Association grants 6 elective credits
Deadline September 18! Internship is optional elective
No prerequisites
Great fit in the new BYUH
academic/GE program

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HTM Academic Advising Careers Available!

Global industry worth $8 trillion
Susan Wesley with 300 million jobs
Office: Academic Advising Center 131
Hotels and resorts
(Next to Health Center) Airlines and cruises
Phone: (808) 675-4836 Destinations and attractions
susan.wesley@byuh.edu Conventions and meetings
Restaurants and banquets
HGB 224 Office Hours: Thursdays 10:00am-12 noon
Activities and adventures
Tour planners and operators
Government agencies

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Careers Available!
all of which need talented team members in:

Executive and operations management

Finance and accounting
TOURISM IS LIFE.
Guest services and experience development
TOURISM IS YOU.

Marketing, sales and revenue management

Logistics and supply chain management
Information and environmental technologies
Arts, culture and entertainment YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/U1oO8tQcUB0
Human resources and talent development

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QUESTIONS?
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facebook.com/groups/hookipasociety

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