News Archive
2012
MAR 30: 2012/2013 HTMSA Announced - Congrats!
President - Esther Yu
Vice President - Jamie Knoepfli
Director of Finance - Laura McCracken
Director of Special Events - Stephanie Walker
Director of Communications - Lauren Chan
Director of Charitable Events - Meghan Wright
Director of Tourism Relations 2012 - Hannah McClenaghan
Director of Tourism Relations Shadow 2012 & Director of Tourism Relations 2013 - Jessica Pampalas
Year Representatives
4th - Ashley Ferreira, Dan Demetri Chin, Farrah Kay, Taylor Docherty
3rd - Emily Pritchard, Jessica Schiedel, Loes Borgijink
2nd - Aaron Laurie, Connor Trendov, Nicole Chan, Simon Benevides
MAR 27: Professor Elliott Receives a Fellowship Appointment
Congratulations to Professor Statia Elliot for receiving a CME Research Fellowship in Markets Dynamics! Fellows are appointed to a 5-year term and provided with a $50,000 grant over 5 years.
MAR 26: EAT. SLEEP. TRAVEL. FIGHT CANCER
Cancer affects everyone; 1 in 3 will have the disease while many will share in the struggle. To remember those we've lost, celebrate those who have survived, and lessen the number affected in the future, 15 students will represent HTM on March 31, 2012 as the EAT. SLEEP. TRAVEL. FIGHT CANCER. team. Thanks to Julie Ridlington and HTMSA, the School created its first team last year. They collected $1,335 with the help of kind donors and came 4th for fundraising overall! This year, their goal is $1,400.
To support EAT. SLEEP. TRAVEL. FIGHT CANCER. and the Canadian Cancer Society, visit their team page (below) or donate directly to the participants. Thank you for your generosity. As always, please feel free to email our Director of Charitable Events, Michelle Chan at mchan03@uoguelph.ca with any questions or visit us online at www.htmsa.ca and www.facebook.com/htmsa.
TEAM PAGE
MAR 22: HAFA/HTM 2012 Alumni Golf Tournament
SAVE THE DATE!
Monday, June 25th, 2012
Royal Woodbine Golf Course, Toronto
Registration: 7 a.m. Shotgun Start: 7:45 a.m.
Team Scramble Format (fun for all skill levels)
Registration/details posted soon.
INFO
MAR 19: Record-Breaking Week for "5 Days for the Homeless"
Five CME students including HTM's Hannah McLenaghan raised over $6,100 for Wyndham House, a Guelph-based youth emergency shelter. The amount raised exceeded their previous record by more than 20%. Congratulations!
MAR 16: Successful MPI/PCMA Panel
Last night's MPI/PCMA panel of speakers was a resounding success! 59 students attended the event from departments ranging from HTM - Economics & Finance - Marketing & Consumer Studies. The event featured speakers Duff Shaw (CEO of Retirement Bliss), Paul Alves (from Deerhurst Resort), and Sharon and Dave Jenkins (co-owners of Jenkins Show Productions). The discussion centered around entrepreneurship and event management. As this panel of speakers was so successful, there will definitely be more such events in the future. If you would like to be made aware of these events as they are announced, please contact 2012-2013 student Presidents for PCMA (Amy Gratton - agratton@uoguelph.ca) and MPI (Caeleigh Warren - caeleigh@uoguelph.ca). We hope to see you in the future at our student association events!
MAR 15: Congratulations Award Recipients!
The HTM Awards Ceremony took place at Cutten Fields on Tuesday, March 13th. Congratulations to our students for their academic achievements and a big thank you to all of our donors and alumni!
MAR 14: $4,222.70 Raised With a Goal of $7,500.00
Please help CME’s ‘Five days for the homeless’ reach their $7,500 goal. HTM’s Hannah McClenaghan and fellow CME students are located in Branion Plaza, you can donate in person or on-line at www.5days.ca. The campaign ends this Friday at 5:30 p.m. The students have definitely had mother nature on their side, it's been a beautiful sunny week.
MAR 9: HTM Student Campaigns for "Five Days for the Homeless"
HTM student, Hannah McClenaghan, will be joining 4 other CME students on March 11th - 16th for the National Campaign, "Five Days for the Homeless". They hope to raise $7,500 toward a national goal of $220,000. These students will be giving up daily comforts and live outside at the cannon for five full days, relying on donated meals. They will be collecting non-perishable food items and monetary donations for Wyndham House, a local shelter for the homeless. Food can be received through direct donations, and all non-perishable food will be held and donated, you can also pledge on-line. So proud of you Hannah!!
Please Pledge Here
5 Days for the Homeless
U of G News
MAR 8: MPI and PCMA Presents Industry Speakers
The members of MPI and PCMA invite you to come and learn about the aspects of networking in the hospitality industry with some of today's top leading professionals.
Speakers include: Duff Shaw, Paul Alves and Sharon Jenkins.
Thursday, March 15
5:30 p.m. in MACS 121
Poster
MAR 8: 2012 Top 30 Under 30 Recognized
Congratulations to the following HTM alumni, Derek Beirnes, Dan Janetos and Malcolm Jastrebski for achieving the Ontario Hostelry Institute Top 30 Under 30 recognition!
Details & Photos
MAR 6: HAFA/HTM Alumni Golf Tournament 
Join us for a fun day of golf and catch up with fellow alumni on Monday, June 25, 2012 at the Royal Woodbine Golf Club.
Further details to be posted soon!
Royal Woodbine Golf Club
MAR 5: Course Selection Period
Course selection period for Summer Semester 2012 and Fall Semester 2012 begins for in-course students today!
MAR 2: Charity Event to be Held in PJ's
The Julien Project, a charitable organization that enriches communities and lives through therapeutic gardening invites you to the Spring Equinox Gala dinner and silent auction. The event takes place on March 20th from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. in PJ's. Tickets are $50 each. Dress code is smart casual. Contact: julienprojectdinner@gmail.com.
Poster
Julien Project Website
FEB 29: HTM Student Wins iPad during ePortfolio '11 Contest 
Katie Depooter, an HTM'11 graduate won an iPad after designing her own ePortfolio last year. Perhaps it's your turn this year!! See link for full story and workshop details.
HTM's lab instructor Alison Crerar is also mentioned in the article. She completed a research study in 2010 on ePortfolio use after geing introduced to the tool during a a U of G workshop.
FEB 29: 7th Annual Food & Drink Fest
PCMA & HTMSA will be heading to the Festival with Taste on Friday, March 23rd. Tickets on sale in the FACS Lounge from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. on March 7th and 8th. $20 includes transportation and admission.
For more information contact Jennifer at: jcolvill@uoguelph.ca.
7th Annual Food & Drink Fest
FEB 27: Five HTM Students Win Dean's Scholarship
Congratulations to the following HTM students that were presented with a CME Dean's Honour Scholarship: Jaclyn Breg; Carolyn Wentzell; Fanyi Wei; Heather Bartlett and Tina Chan.
FEB 27: Garden2Table to Feature Local & Celebrity Chef's during College Royal
Garden2Table will be featuring Local & Celebrity Chef demos during the U of G's College Royal Open House Exhibit, March 17-18, 2012. Chef's include; Ezra Title, Chris Jess, Shea Robinson & Matthew Foote.
Details
FEB 27: Gordon Food Services Interviews
Gordon Food Services (GFS) will be at the School on Monday, March 12th to interview for District Sales Representatives.
Details
FEB 17: HMDC - The Hospitality Manager's Development Course
HMDC is a 5-day learning program for managers who are being prepared to assume wider responsibilites within their organizations. Topics include: Negotiation Skills; Critical Thinking; Revenue Optimization & Bottom Line Thinking; Crisis & the Media; and Creating Sustainable Value.
Details & Registration
FEB 10: PCMA Students Beat Industry Leaders at Ping Pong
Details
FEB 9: Thank You Peter Oliver 
A fantastic night for all as the School honored Peter Oliver at an Appreciation Dinner during his Executive-in-Residence stay February 7th - 8th.
Photos
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HTM to Host Peter Oliver of Oliver & Bonacini Restaurants 
Each semester the School invites a successful and prominent industry executive to the campus to speak and meet with students. Peter Oliver is our Executive-in-Residence and will be on campus Tuesday, February 7th and Wednesday, February 8th. He will be presenting in several 1st - 4th year classes. The School will also be hosting an appreciation dinner in his honour on Feb. 7th. 
Bio
Foodservice & Hospitality Press Release
U of G Press Release
FEB 6: fsSTRATEGY Consulting Information Session
Join fsSTRATEGY Inc., business strategy consultants to the Foodservcie industry, as they discuss the dynamic field of foodservice consulting as a career.
All students in HTM welcome. fsSTRATEGY is looking for an entry level consultant to join the firm in May. Bring your resumes!
Monday, February 13, 2012
5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
MACS 129
Poster
FEB 3: Professor Flaherty's Article Published
'The Teaching Professor' has published Joan Flaherty's article entitled, "Millennial Students and Middle-aged Faculty: A Learner-centered Approach toward Bridging the Gap". Congratulations Professor Flaherty!!
Article
JAN 31: HAC President Anthony Pollard to Host Webinar
HAC Presents: Hospitality For Chinese Guests Webinar, presented by: Anthony Pollard, President HAC on February, 8, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. If you are interested in watching this as a group, contact Justin Taillon at ext. 52786 or email taillon@uoguelph.ca Room location: TBA
JAN 30: Article by Professor Taillon to be Published
Professor Justin Taillon's article entitled, "Responsible Hospitality: Theory and Practice" has been accepted for publication by Annals of Tourism Research! Congrats!
JAN 26: CME Dean Recipient of the 2012 Gold Award for Educator
The Ontario Hostelry Institute has announced that CME Dean, Julia Christensen Hughes has been selected as the recipient of the 2012 Gold Award in the category of Educator. Julia will be celebrated and presented with this award at the annual gala Gold Awards Dinner on March 22nd. From HTM, Congratulations Julia!!
JAN 23: HTM Job Expo - Wednesday, January 25th, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Peter Clark Hall, UC
HTM is thrilled to have the following employers join us: A&W Food Services of Canada, Appetizingly Yours Events & Catering, Canada's Wonderland, Cara Operations, ClubLink, Cutten Fields, Delawana Inn, Delta Lodge at Kananaskis, DoubleTree by Hilton Toronto Airport, Earls Restaurants, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, Fern Resorts, Four Seasons Hotel Toronto, Holiday Inn Toronto Yorkdale, Granite Club, Marriott Hotels of Canada, NEWH Toronto, The Old Mill Inn & Spa, Oliver & Bonacini Restaurants, Seneca College Residence & Conference Ctr, SIR Corp, Starwood Hotels & Resorts, TDL Group, U of G Co-op & Career Services and Vintage Hotels (Millcroft Inn & Spa).
Photos
JAN 23: Fundraiser for Drew Cumpson Exceeds Goal
The Keep Fighting, Keep Smiling Fundraiser for Drew Cumpson was an absolute success. 250 guests attended with many in spirit. The highlight of last Friday's evening was a Skype session with Drew. His smile sparked smiles on all faces and the amount of love in the room was incredible! HTMSA is thrilled to have raised $28,805 and counting to cover the cost of the wheelchair Drew needs and more. We love you Drew Cumpson!! You are always in our thoughts.
Event Photos
JAN 20: HTM Awards & Scholarship Deadline: January 31st
Current award information is now available. We encourage you to apply, but also to check your eligibility for each award. Please bring your completed application form to the HTM Main Office, MACS 101 by January 31, 2012. Good luck everyone!
Awards/Scholarship Website
HTM Welcomes Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts 
Information Session
Tuesday, February 7th
Details: contact Lisa Fodor
JAN 19: Fundraiser Keep Fighting Keep Smiling for Drew Cumpson SOLD OUT
Tickets for the fundraiser have sold out!! Dinner/reception and silent/live auction will take place tomorrow night at the Guelph Delta Hotel & Conference Centre. A new goal of $15,000 is hoped to be reached.
HTMSA Silent & Live Auction Items
Guelph Mercury Story
Frontenac News
The HTMSA (Hospitality and Tourism Management Student Association) will be holding a special fundraiser in support of Drew Cumpson, a former HTMSA member, friend and fellow student. Extremely involved in campus life, he wholeheartedly participated in numerous charity events, including “Five Days for the Homeless”. It came as no surprise when Drew chose to postpone his summer co-op start date in order to volunteer with a University of Guelph program in Peru. However, it was a surprise when we learned that during this program, Drew fractured his C4 vertebra in a swimming accident.
Drew’s injuries are permanent and he is a quadriplegic. Though he is determined, this is a tough battle and an enormous financial burden. Consequently, apart from prayers and good thoughts, as Drew’s HTMSA family, we are showing our support by organizing a fundraiser with a silent auction.
This Friday, January 20th, our goal is to raise $10,000 to cover the cost of the wheelchair Drew needs. Drew Cumpson, a person with such a big heart deserves big help.
If you have any questions or would like to make a donation to the silent auction, please contact HTMSA's Director of Charitable Events at mchan03@uoguelph.ca
HTMSA Video
JAN 17: Garden2Table and UGSRP hosts the Ontario Assoc of Food Banks AGM Dinner
This past Sunday night, Garden2Table and UGSRP (University of Guelph Sustainable Restaurant Project) played host to the OAFB (Ontario Association of Food Banks) for their AGM dinner. The Food Banks of Ontario are undergoing some strategic planning which includes introducing more fresh food and providing marginalized families with real food choices. With this in mind, G2T and UGSRP members Sam Prentice, Lisa Hanlon, Hannah Douglas and Bruce McAdams prepared dishes from GCUOF produce, repurposed and non-perishable foods. The dinner comprised of a turnip and leek soup, chick pea and roasted beet salad, Rowe Farm's pork tenderloin and an apple flan!
JAN 13: Three HTM Students Heading to Switzerland in March
Larissa Haltigin, Jessica Cheung & Lindsay Barron will be representing the University of Guelph and HTM at the Young Hoteliers Summit in Lausanne, Switzerland March 19-22. The Young Hotelier Summit is a prestigious competition bringing together top students from the world's best hospitality universities including Cornell, Hong Kong Polytechnic, NYU, Emirates Academy, and many more. Wish them luck and congratulate them in the halls of MACS on a job well done throughout the interview process!
JAN 10: Dr. Joe Barth, Acting Director, January - April, 2012
Due to the Dean's leave, a few positions have changed for the Winter 2012 semester only. Dr. Kerry Godfrey is now Acting Associate Dean, Academic, CME, while Dr. Joe Barth steps up as Acting Director, HTM.
JAN 10: HTM Partners with the Wine Council of Ontario
In partnership with the Wine Council of Ontario (WCO), HTM will now be offering our students in HTM*4050, Wine and Oenology the opportunity to receive certification in the WCO Wines of Ontario course.
Details
JAN 9: Workshop Opportunity for Students "Effective Research in 8 1/2 Steps"
Details
JAN 6: Workshop Opportunity for Students in Preparation for the Upcoming Job Expo
"Preparing Your Resume and Cover Letter" Workshop will take place on Wed. Jan. 18th, from 11:00 a.m. - noon in UC Room 441. Only 24 spots left!
You must register here.
JAN 6: Ontario Students Can Start Applying for Tuition Rebates
See Globe Story
JAN 2012: HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU FROM HTM!
