04/23/2019
HAYS, Kan. – Tourism and hospitality management students at Fort Hays State University were recently inducted into the Eta Sigma Delta Honor Society.

The society, which recognizes outstanding students, is sponsored by the International Council on Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Education. Education.

“The professional benefits of ESD include opportunities for outstanding students to distinguish themselves in the eyes of educators, recruiters and industry executives in an increasingly competitive industry,” said Dr. Stacey Smith, chair of the Department of Applied Business Studies and assistant professor of tourism and hospitality management.

“Educational benefits include opportunities for ESD chapters to provide a stimulus for students to strive for academic excellence,” she said.

There are over 90 active Eta Sigma Delta chapters throughout the world.

“The growth is a testament to the dedication of both students and professionals in hospitality and tourism to the pursuit of academic, professional and personal excellence,” said Smith.

The students who were inducted are listed alphabetically by hometowns.

BRONX, N.Y.: Samantha Dorn, sophomore.

GODDARD: Madison White, senior.

PUEBLO, Colo.: Sabrina Sales, junior.

RUSSELL: Heather Bitter, junior.

SOLOMON: Alexandra Brown, senior.