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We’re excited to introduce new ways to help you bring your dream events to life! Whether it’s a wedding, corporate gathering, or private celebration, we’ve got you covered with tools to make planning seamless and spectacular.

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It’s not just about planning events—it’s about crafting unforgettable experiences. Let us guide you every step of the way.

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11/30/2024

Small Business Saturday 🤝 College of Saint Mary Alumni

Today is , and to celebrate, we wanted to take a second to recognize some of our CSM Alumni and their local businesses!

📚 The Bookworm Omaha, Beth Black '75

🌮 Primo’s Modern Mexican Restaurant Omaha, Barbara Gomez '03

💐 VK Events Floral Planning, Vernetta Boston Kosalka '03, M'07, Ed.D. '21

🦷 Inspired Dental Care, Dr. Maribel Chavez Caudillo '03

🍿 Still Poppin Gourmet Popcorn, Orlanda Whitfield '05, '06, Ed.D. '12

🥯 Azuquítar Home Bakery, Jessica Hernandez-Islas '14

Did we miss any? Let us know in the comment section, and fill out our form by visiting ➡️ https://bit.ly/4g56Lvv

08/09/2024

THIS IS YOUR SIGN!!! Are you looking for the perfect path for you? Do you ever wonder why people want to work in Hospitality? This path is very rewarding and highly supported, and here is why!

08/08/2024

Today is our final spotlight post, featuring three worksite tours! The students in Introduction to Hospitality Management had an absolute blast and learned a ton about the different workspaces in the industry.

First up today is the Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker. This tour was led by Codie Meehan, the Director of Human Resources at the hotel. The students took this opportunity of getting out of the classroom to soak up all of the information they could about the ins and outs of the hotel.
"This was a very beneficial experience, and I learned a ton about the behind the scenes of how a hotel is run." -UNL Student

The next opportunity students had was to tour the Sysco facility in Lincoln. They got to hear a presentation and were shown around by Paul Neesen, the Regional Director of Business Specialists. Students were amazed by the technology and precision of the company and got to witness what it looks like to work at Sysco in real time.
"I have never realized how efficient large companies have to be in order to run smoothly each day. This was a really cool experience." -UNL Students

The final spotlight of the semester is the worksite tour of Gate 25. Brandon Akert, Co-Owner of the establishment, led the students in an in-depth tour and discussion of the restaurant. This was an exciting way to end the semester and to show students how a downtown bar runs successfully.
"I had been to Gate 25 before, but seeing the other side of things was fantastic." -UNL Student

08/07/2024

Another day, another spotlight post! Here are three more guests that were featured in Dr. V's Introduction to Hospitality Management class this past semester! Remember... there is still time to register for classes! Stay tuned for the student quotes to hear what they think about being a Hospitality major.

The first highlight we have today is guest speaker, Kelli Pilkington. She is the Vice President of Marketing at the Flagship Restaurant Group and had so much valuable information to offer students. Kelli talked about what her role looks like, as well as the goals of the company. She shared her real-life experiences in the industry, and students loved it.
"This presentation was so engaging, and I look forward to coming to class and learning more about the different topics we discussed." -UNL Student

Phil Ruhlman was another guest speaker this past semester in class. As the owner of Ruhlman Steakhouse, he gave a fresh perspective on the restaurant side of the hospitality industry as well as the business side. Learning about all of the different sides of Hospitality is crucial for students to understand, and Phil did a fantastic job.
"I have always wanted to own my own restaurant, and our guest speaker encouraged me to work hard and reach that dream." -UNL Student

The final guest speaker in class was Sgt. Monty Lovelace with the Nebraska State Patrol. In his presentation, he gave the students insight on the situations that can happen in the hospitality industry. Learning about safety and paying close attention to the warning signs of potentially dangerous situations is extremely important.
"Though this presentation was a lot different than our other guest speakers, it is so very important to learn about these topics." -UNL Students

08/06/2024

Along with Introduction to Event Planning, Dr. V also teaches the Introduction to Hospitality Management class at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. This class is jam packed with guest speakers and worksite tours to give the students the most well-rounded information as possible. Stay tuned for the next couple days to read more information on all of the special guests and visits these students got to be a part of!

To start off, Zoe Olson, the Executive Director of the Nebraska Hospitality Association, was a guest speaker this past semester. She talked about the different aspects of her career, as well as stories from her experiences in the industry. Her point of view inspired many students to reach for the stars and make bigger goals for themselves.
"If I had any doubts about being in this major, Zoe solidified that this is what I want to do when I graduate." -UNL Student

Another great opportunity for students was a worksite tour of the Courtyard by Marriott in the Haymarket. This tour was led by the General Manager, Aaron Stitt. The students loved to get out of the classroom and see the hospitality industry in full swing at the hotel.
"Getting to talk and ask questions with the General Manager was a great experience, and I am so thankful." -UNL Student

Our third spotlight of the day for the Introduction to Hospitality Managment class is the Scarlet Hotel in Lincoln. The students were taken on a worksite tour led by the Director of Sales, Patrick Murphy, who did a phenomenal job answering all of the questions from students. This hotel sets a great example of success for the students in the Hospitality Program.
"This hotel is beautiful, and I enjoyed listening to Mr. Murphy talk about the different aspects of the space." -UNL Student

08/05/2024

Starting off the week with more vendor spotlights!! These wonderful people took time out of their day to educate the students in the Hospitality program at UNL. The Introduction to Event Planning students had an absolute blast, and asked tons of questions!

The students had an opportunity to go on a worksite tour at Bryan Health. Though this facility may seem out of the ordinary for the hospitality industry, it just shows how connected this career is. This tour took place in the kitchen area, led by Master Chef Nazim Kahn. He gave amazing insight on how the food operation works inside this facility.
"This tour was my favorite of the semester because Chef Nazim always had the answers to our questions." -UNL Student

We also had the pleasure of hosting Steven Finkle as a guest speaker in class. He is the owner and principal of 402 Events and had an array of knowledge to give to students. This perspective on the events industry inspired several students to inquire about taking more Event Planning classes!
"This guest speaker was what I needed to confirm what I want to do when I graduate, and that is working in events." -UNL Student

Our final spotlight for the Introduction to Event Planning class is guest speaker Shawn Labadie. He is the franchise owner of Complete Weddings Lincoln. After speaking to the class and answering countless questions, we could see the sparked interest in the wedding planning industry for several students.
"I have always thought I wanted to do corporate events, but now I think weddings might be more my style!" -UNL Student

08/04/2024

Happy Sunday! Today we are showcasing three more amazing people that took the time to talk to the students in Dr. Vernetta's Introduction to Hospitality class at UNL. Keep reading to find out what the students say about their experiences!

Daniel Anderson, the owner of Stratum Productions, was a guest speaker this past semester in class. He talked about the mission of his company, which is to be the backbone of unforgettable events. The students learned a ton about the importance of audio, lighting, visuals, and similar aspects of events.
"Learning about this side of the hospitality industry has opened my eyes to so many different careers I can choose from." -UNL Student

Another guest speaker the students had the pleasure of learning from was Gretchen Orroyp. As the owner of Luxx Events LLC in Lincoln, Gretchen had so much information to offer about running a business, renting out items, and decorating for events. The students were intrigued and had so many questions!
"I am a part of the Hospitality Program with a focus in Event Planning, and Gretchen is an inspiration to start my own business in the future." -UNL Student

This next spotlight is a worksite tour of the Lincoln Station Great Hall. This wonderful space was showcased by Sheila Herr, who talked about the different events that are put on in the building. Students loved this opportunity to learn about this piece of Lincoln's history.
"Touring this space and learning about its beginnings sparked so many ideas for future events, and I cannot wait to see what they accomplish in this building." -UNL Student

We want to thank these vendors again for enhancing the Hospitality Program!

08/04/2024

It's not too late! We fell in love with Hospitality, and so will you. Still on the fence? Read what our Hospitality students think...

"I switched my major to Hospitality my sophomore year and it was the best decision of my college life so far! I jumped right into worksite tours and was doing hands-on work in the field I wanted right away." -UNL Student

"I have always known that I wanted to help people, and this is the perfect major for that. My classes are a glimpse into the upbeat environment of the hospitality industry." -UNL Student

"Hospitality is such a positive environment filled with kind, hardworking individuals. There is no place I would rather be!" -UNL Student

08/03/2024

With the school year approaching quickly, we want to showcase some of the amazing opportunities that are offered within the Hospitality Program at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. As a professor and business owner, Dr. Vernetta has many connections within the industry. These connections allow for students to meet a variety of professionals through guest speakers in class and worksite tours throughout the semester. The next couple days, we are going to showcase these opportunities so you can see just how fantastic the Hospitality Program is! Remember... there is still time to register for these classes!

In Dr. V's Introduction to Hospitality class, students had the opportunity to meet 5 industry professional guest speakers and went on 3 different worksite tours. Stay tuned to hear about all of them!

One of the guest speakers was Abby Miller, the D4LC Educator at the Leadership Center in Aurora, Nebraska. Abby talked about the event space and the different retreats and camps that take place there. The hospitality students soaked in all the information and loved it!
"I can tell Abby is passionate about her work, and I am so glad we got to learn more about potential event spaces." - UNL Student

Along with that, Kelsey Meyer led the class in a worksite tour of the Lincoln CVB. She showed students the Lincoln Convention and Visitors Bureau and talked about their mission to bring events to Lincoln, as well as her position as the Director of Sales.
"This tour opened my eyes to all of the hard work that goes into increasing tourism in Lincoln that I did not know about before." -UNL Student

Special thank you to these lovely people who take the time to make meaningful connections with students!