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| January 13 |
Last day to add/drop/swap a course without incurring financial liability |
| January 14 |
Last day to pay tuition without incurring a $100 late payment fee |
| January 31 |
Last day to withdraw from University with 25 percent refund of courses |
| January 31 |
Last day to apply for Spring 2014 graduation |
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Florida International University
Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management
Biscayne Bay Campus
3000 NE 151 Street
North Miami, FL 33181-3000
Phone: 305.919.4500
Fax: 305.919.4555
E-mail: hospitality@fiu.edu |
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Welcome to Spring 2014
What a great semester is in store for you! We encourage you to take advantage of resources such as career development workshops, the Industry Round Table Series featuring prominent industry experts, incredible study abroad opportunities in Europe, Asia, and South America, and many scholarship offerings. Have a great semester and "Be Worlds Ahead!" |
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NEWS & EVENTS |
Hotel Sales and Marketing Association (HSMAI) Breakfast and Information Forum |
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Mark your calendars for this event, which will take place on Tuesday, January 28, 2014 at 8:30 a.m. in the Carnival Student Center. The President of the South Florida Chapter, Silvia Camarota, and members of the HSMAI board will be in attendance to meet and greet students and to provide information about the association.
A student chapter is being formed at FIU so that students can have direct access to the movers and shakers in the world of hotel revenue management and marketing. HSMAI is the premier Hotel Revenue Management/Sales and Marketing membership group in the world. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more.
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Bagels by the Bay |
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Enjoy bagels and coffee as you meet the advising staff and other hospitality students on February 4 at 9 a.m. outside the Carnival Student Center. You will learn how to get involved this semester and what events and trips the Hospitality Advising Office has planned.
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Hospitality Club Fair |
Come to the Hospitality Club Fair on February 5 at 11 a.m. in the Blue Lobby! Club leaders will be available to answer questions, share information about meetings and events, and explain how to get involved.
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Join FIU’s Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management's Collegiate DECA Chapter |
| Collegiate DECA is a student-driven organization that values competence, innovation, integrity, and teamwork. It prepares students for careers by integrating skills learned in the classroom into real-world experiences. Collegiate DECA programs assist in developing academically prepared, community oriented, professionally responsible, experienced leaders. Collegiate DECA conferences and other activities give students unique access to internships, scholarships, competition, and professional networking.
Join Today:
- Excel in the classroom in areas such as marketing, finance, hospitality, management, and entrepreneurship
- Gain a competitive edge in the global job market
- Develop strategic decision making and project management skills
- Network with business and industry experts and nearly 15,000 students and advisors
- Receive awards and recognition through competition and leadership action
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Internal Scholarships for Spring 2014 |
| All internal scholarships require students to be enrolled full time in the Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management (minimum of 12 credits for undergraduate students and a minimum of nine credits for graduate students). Internal scholarships are offered in the fall and spring semesters only and are awarded according to merit. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 G.P.A. Applications for internal scholarships are accepted during the first two weeks of the semester.
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External Scholarships |
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Certified Angus Beef Scholarships
Certified Angus Beef LLC and Sysco Specialty Meat Company are offering five $500 scholarships to students at the Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management. Scholarships will be awarded during the 2014 South Beach Wine & Food Festival.
In addition to the standard application form on the School’s scholarships website, the application package must include
a current resume and a half-page essay, which answers the question:
Why are quality menu ingredients, such as the Certified Angus Beef brand, important to the success of an establishment?
Barilla Best Student Chef Award for 2014 Scholarship
Barilla Premium Italian Food Products, a Gold Sponsor of the South Beach Wine and Food Festival, established the “Barilla Best Student Chef Award” and a $1,500 scholarship, which is awarded annually during the South Beach Wine & Food Festival.
In addition to the standard application form on the School’s scholarships website, the application package must include a current resume and an essay which answers the question: What does authentic Italian gastronomy mean to you?
Please note that the essay must not exceed one page and must be double spaced at 12-point font. If an essay does not meet these criteria, it will be disqualified from the contest.
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January 31, 2014 |
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STUDY ABROAD |
Study Abroad Scholarship Opportunities |
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Spring 2014 is the perfect time to think about applying for a scholarship to study abroad. As you consider applying, be sure you are aware of scholarship deadlines and have ample time to prepare your applications.
Boren Scholarships
For undergraduate students seeking to study abroad for a semester or a year abroad to learn non-common languages such as Arabic, Chinese, Portuguese, or Swahili. The on-campus deadline is January 22, 2014; the Office of Study Abroad essay deadline is January 8, 2014.
Fund for Education Abroad:
For undergraduate students who plan to study abroad for at least four weeks between May 2014 and May 2015. The deadline is January 17, 2014.
Gilman scholarships
For undergraduate students who are Pell Grant recipients and will be abroad for more than four weeks. The deadline is March 4, 2014 for scholarships for Summer 2014 and Fall 2014.
Rangel Fellowships
For graduating seniors who are applying to a master's program for Fall 2014 and who are interested in a career in foreign service. The deadline is January 17, 2014.
Pickering Fellowships
For rising seniors and graduate students who are interested in a career in foreign service. The undergraduate deadline is January 24, 2014; the graduate deadline is February 7, 2014.
U.S. Student Fulbright program
For graduating undergraduate students and graduate students who would like to teach English, do a research project, or study abroad for one year. Sessions are being held this spring for the September Fulbright deadline.
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Get AHEAD by Studying Abroad! |
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Study abroad participants may earn "A Hospitality Education Abroad Designation" (AHEAD) by completing at least nine credits during one or more Chaplin School study abroad programs. Students who complete the AHEAD program will receive a printed certificate. Please note, this is not an official certificate program and, as such, will not be listed on transcripts.
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Spend Spring Break 2014 in Belize – Sign Up Deadline 1/17 |
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Take a three-credit course (HFT 3703 Adventure Tourism or HFT 5957 Study Abroad Research Program) during spring break, as you explore Belize! This trip examines the growing field of adventure tourism, including supply and demand, tourist typologies, tourism impacts on natural resources, risk management, and much more. Experience adventure tourism first hand through hiking, cave exploration, canoeing, kayaking, climbing temples, and snorkeling. Travel dates are from March 9 - 16, 2014.
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Spend Spring Break 2014 in Rome and Tuscany with Chef Moran – Sign Up Deadline 1/31 |
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Spend eight days and seven nights on a fabulous adventure in Italy! Experience sightseeing, cooking lessons, wine tastings, and historical tours. For only $3,950 per person, the travel package includes roundtrip airfare, double-occupancy accommodations, daily breakfast and lunch, welcome and farewell dinner, ground transportation, guides, and entrance fees. Travel dates are from March 7 – 15, 2014.
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Summer A Hospitality Adventures in Australia – Sign Up Deadline 1/17 |
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Spend 10 days exploring Sydney, Australia while engaging with leaders and executives in the hospitality and tourism industry, exploring the iconic sights, and experiencing authentic regional sites. Take a three-credit course (HFT 4955 Field Study Abroad or HFT 6257 Global Contemporary Issues) and experience winter in Australia, where the mild weather is perfect for enjoying Sydney’s stunning natural attractions. Travel dates are from May 15 - 26, 2014. Learn more at an information session next week.
MMC
January 16 at 3 p.m. in PC 113
BBC
January 17 at 3:30 p.m. in HM 211
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Summer A Study Abroad Opportunity in Genoa, Italy – Sign Up Deadline 2/15 |
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Take a three-credit course (HFT 4955 Field Study Abroad or HFT 5957 Study Abroad Research Program) for two weeks in Genoa, Italy. Courses utilize Genoa as a lens through which students gain a perspective on broader issues affecting the present. This opportunity goes beyond a touristic experience as students are encouraged to live and engage in the city. Travel dates are from May 7 - 27, 2014.
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In Summer A, Explore Wines of the World in La Rioja, Spain – Sign Up Deadline 2/14 |
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Undergraduates may explore Wine and Culture (HFT 3868, three credits) during two weeks in La Rioja, Spain – one of the world’s oldest and most famous wine regions. Participating students will learn about the region, its influence on the wine industry, the region’s geography and topography, grape varietals, La Rioja’s culture, cuisine, markets and vineyards, and will experience, first hand, the Spanish wine industry. Travel dates are from June 2 - 18, 2014.
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Summer B Study Abroad in Brazil – Sign Up Deadline 2/20 |
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Study abroad in the exciting country of Brazil, which will host the World Cup and Olympic Games. Take a three-credit course (HFT 4955 Field Study Abroad or HFT 5957 Study Abroad Research Program) for two weeks in Brazil. The up and coming destination of Brazil boasts a variety of ecosystems, which include the Amazon, grasslands, caves and waterfalls, world famous cities like Rio, and much more. Travel dates are from July 14 - 31, 2014.
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Spend Fall 2014 or Spring 2015 Studying in the Marriott Tianjin China Program |
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Undergraduates take their required hospitality management courses as they spend a full semester in China at the state-of-the-art center in Tianjin, China. Enjoy this amazing study abroad program for an incredible price of less than $3,000 – including international transportation (roundtrip airfare and airport transfers in China), double-occupancy housing, health insurance, visa processing, a guided tour in Tianjin, and study abroad fees. Enrollment options are from Fall 2014 (August – December) or Spring 2015 (January - May). Learn more at an information session next week.
MMC
January 16 at 2 p.m. in PC 113
BBC
January 17 at 2:30 p.m. in HM 211
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| CAREER WORKSHOPS |
To learn more about employment and internship opportunities and career fairs, please contact Ms. Yanyn San Luis at ysanluis@fiu.edu in the J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation Career Services Program. You may also call 305.919.4586 or visit hmcareer.fiu.edu for more information.
| Workshops |
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| Interview Skills |
January 14 |
11 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
HM 175 |
| Dress for Success |
January 30 |
2 p.m. - 4 p.m. |
Restaurant Management Lab |
| Finding an International Internship |
January 13 |
10 a.m. - 11 a.m. |
HM 211 |
| Disney Internship Experience |
January 28 |
3 p.m. - 4 p.m. |
HM 211 |
| LinkedIn Labs |
January 21 |
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
HM 350 |
| Resume Open Hours |
January 14 |
3 p.m. - 4 p.m. |
Carnival Student Center |
| Salary Negotiation |
January 27 |
3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
HM 242 |
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