FDU Hospitality

FDU Hospitality The official page for Fairleigh Dickinson University's International School of Hospitality, Average class size of 15 in courses related to our major.

The International School of Hospitality, Sports, and Tourism Management is a member of Hotel Schools of Distinction (HSD). HSD is an international non-profit organization based in the United States of America that accredits very high-quality hospitality schools and programs by measuring student learning outcomes against professional standards. Students graduating from HSD schools are awarded the H

SD Visual Transcript ™. This provides employers with concrete information about the relevant talent and competencies these graduates bring to their employers. The hospitality program at FDU was established in 1942, and is the oldest program of its type in the New York/New Jersey Metropolitan area as well as the United States. Over 700 internships and career placement jobs are available to students each year. The placement rate of our graduates into key industry companies is exceptional. We have over 3,300 alumni in Hospitality & Tourism leadership positions, throughout the world. All full-time and adjunct faculty have at least 20 years of management experience in the hotel, restaurant and tourism fields, as well as possess notable advanced degrees. Undergraduate students also have the opportunity to work and study at a luxury hospitality resort during their junior year. Senior year, students enrolled in the Global Issues in Hospitality Management course take an eight day trip to Switzerland during spring break. There are also other study abroad programs at our campus in Wroxton, England. As part of their studies, students must complete a mandatory 1,200 hour internship program to gain a vast array of real world work experiences and make valuable professional contacts. Students can join our Club Management Association of America student chapter. The CMAA student chapter is the only student chapter based in the state. Our chapter offers opportunities for students to learn about the private club industry and club management professions. Through attending meetings and events and by gaining practical experience through internships, being a student member of CMAA is a great way to gain professional experience. Students who have achieved exceptional academic and service are inducted into the international honor society Eta Sigma Delta (ESD). The Florham Campus houses the Le Chaine des Rotisseurs United States headquarters. This organization is the oldest and most prestigious culinary organization in the world.

Annually we acknowledge the educational achievements of our Hospitality and Tourism Management students as they become m...
05/28/2025

Annually we acknowledge the educational achievements of our Hospitality and Tourism Management students as they become members of the Eta Sigma Delta (ESD) Honor Society.

Eta Sigma Delta (ESD) is the International Hospitality Honor Society that recognizes academic excellence, achievement, leadership, and service.

Congratulations to our Eta Sigma Delta inductees!

A lovely evening celebrating the past, present, and future of FDU! Hosted by the FDU Hospitality and Tourism Alumni Cha...
05/02/2025

A lovely evening celebrating the past, present, and future of FDU!

Hosted by the FDU Hospitality and Tourism Alumni Chapter, the event brought together students, alumni, industry leaders, faculty, and staff for a night of mentorship, networking, and celebration!

The creation of the Dr. Richard Wisch scholarship was announced at the event which was established to honor the memory of the School’s former director, Dr. Richard Wisch. Dr. Wisch impacted the lives of so many of his students by preparing them for careers in the hospitality and tourism management industry.

Congratulations to this year’s Alumni Award of Excellence Honorees:

Hotelier of the Year: Kim Pomerantz, Director of Sales & Marketing, Loews Philadelphia Hotel

Entrepreneur of the Year: Andrew Cavitolo, Executive Chairman, Riviera Hospitality Group

The Honorary Dr. Richard Wisch Educator of the Year: Gina Kabak, Senior Professor, Union County College

FDU Hospitality Lifetime Achievement Award: James Earley, General Manager, Element by Westin Harrison-Newark

Joe C***a Food & Beverage and Events Industry Icon Award: James Dale, Managing Director, Stuyvesant Consultants

Young Professional of the Year: Kristin Calandra, Vice President, Calandra’s Bakery

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April 29, 2025 – The Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU) Hospitality & Tourism Alumni Chapter proudly hosted the annual Alumni Awards of Excellence on April 25, 2025, at the Park Avenue Club in Florham Park, NJ. The event honored outstanding alumni of FDU’s International School of Hospitality, ...

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