Travel and Tourism Conference
By Juana Chickedantz

   The White House Conference on Travel and Tourism took place October 30 and 31, in Washington, D.C. It established the strategic direction of the federal government, private sector, states and cities into the next century. This commitment of the hospitality industry and government to a public/private partnership approach to tourism economic development will reshape national tourism initiatives into innovative, forward looking effective instruments of economic growth.

    The conference has already made a significant contribution to industry unification that will benefit the industry and the national economy for many years to come. The priorities of the conference were centered around four goals:

• Demonstrate the economic power of the travel and tourism industry.
• Ensure an American travel experience that is second to none.
• Promote and facilitate travel to the United States as the international destination of choice.
• Create a structural framework to implement this National Tourism Strategy.

    Well over 15,000 people participated in the development of this strategy. It is hoped that thousands more will join in a common effort to ensure that travel and tourism’s economic contribution is recognized and that the industry remains competitive well into the next century.

RHIT Major Qualifies for the 100th Boston Marathon
By Linda Brothers

   Greg Studebacker, a freshman RHIT major, ran in the October, 1994 Columbus, IN marathon which if run at less than 3 hours and 15 minutes qualifies the runner for the Boston Marathon. He finished at 3 hours and 7 minutes. Greg is busy training for the April 15th event, which will be largest ever since it is the 100th anniversary of the famous marathon. Greg runs 6-8 miles daily. He also works 35-40 hours at TG.I. Friday’s as a server and is enrolled in 2 courses spring semester. Good luck to Greg!

Student Honors & Recognition
By Linda Brothers

   Congratulations are due to the following students for the honors and recognition they have earned.

    The American Hotel Foundation sponsors several scholarships for hospitality programs to award to their outstanding majors. Criteria are: full-time enrollment, completion of 60 or more credit hours, minimum 3.0 overall GPA, and U.S. citizen. For 1996-97, the department faculty selected Nathan Addleman and Sean Wibbenmeyer as the recipients. Each will receive a $1000.00 scholarship.

    The American Hotel Foundation also co-sponsors with Hyatt Hotels a scholarship for a minority student. Juana Chickedantz was selected by the American Hotel Foundation’s Scholarship Committee to receive a $2000.00 scholarship. This award was received for the 1995-96 school year.

   Recognition of future leaders in hospitality management is one of the goals of the American Hotel Foundation. At each of the annual American Hotel & Motel Association’s Convention, several universities are selected to send one student representative to participate in the “Junior Lodging Management Studies to the AH & MA Convention as a Learning Experience”. Criteria are: junior status, dedication to a lodging career, excellent communications skills, high scholastic achievement, industry work experience and maturity. Louie Hall has been selected by the department faculty for this recognition. He will be traveling to Anchorage, Alaska, May 8-10, 1996 to participate in this leadership development conference.

    Marti Bissell and Cheryl Jensen have been selected by the department faculty to represent the program at the National Restaurant Association’s Salute to Excellence 1996- Follow Your Dreams. This is a one-day leadership development program led by restaurateurs from around the country This recognition was based on upper level status, high academic achievement and leadership potential.

Congratulations December Graduates

Associate of Science Degree in Food Service and Lodging Supervision
Michael B. Adcock, Kirsten R. Clark, Ciro Echarry and Cheryl Jensen.

Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management
Chien-Yang Chen, William Gottlieb, Robert Peden, Jeffrey Rosser, and John K. Strouse.

Upcoming Industry Trade Shows
By Jim Bennett

   As you make your semester plans, you might want to jot down some important dates concerning two industry trade shows taking place. The first one is the Indiana Hospitality & Foodservice Exposition taking place at the Indiana Convetion Center & RCA Dome on March 12th and 13th. Vendors representing different foodservice products and kitchen equipment will be one hand to answer your questions about their exhibits, as well as pass out some food samples! Even though this occurs during IUPUT spring break, it is a good opportunity to network and make some future industry contacts. For details on attending, please see a member of the RHIT faculty.

   From May 19th to the 21st, the National Restaurant Association is putting on its annual show at the McCormick Place in Chicago. The show is the largest foodservice exposition in North America and features the best new product ideas that the industry has to offer, as well as a wide variety of educational programs and social events. The department usually has several students who attend, so look for future announcements regarding this spectacular event. DON’T MISS IT!!

Academic Excellence Scholarship Event
By Pat May

   The RHIT Department in association with The Greek Islands Restaurant of Indianapolis is presenting a scholarship fund raising event to help outstanding students.

When: March 24, Seating times available
between 2:00-4:00 pm

Where: The Greek Islands Restaurant
906 5. Meridian St. Indianapolis

Price: $25.00 per person (paid in advance).
Make check payable: IU Foundation – RHIT

   Price for the all you care to eat dinner includes: Greek Salad, Gyros, Santorini Potatoes, Pasticchio, Baklava, Tea, Coffee or Carbonated Beverage and Greek Wine.

Regional Cuisine Dinners
By Pat May

   The RHI 492 Advanced Foodservice Management class is offering dinner on Tuesday evenings with seating from 5:15 - 6:3O pm in the lUPUl Hoosier Room, 2nd floor, Union Building, 620 Union Drive. Cost including tea or coffee is $10.00 with group discounts and coupon books (5 meals for $45.00) available. Contact Pat May at 274-2599 for reservations.

Deep in the Heart of Texas
February 20
Black Bean and Bourbon Soup
Chicken and Garbonzo Bean Salad
Corn-Cilantro Crepes or
Blackened Orange Roughy with
Mexican Rice and Julienne Carrots in a
Pico DeGallo Salsa
Bread Pudding

East African Traditions
February 27
Groundnut Soup
Kachumbali Salad
Stuffed Turkey Fillets in Lemon Sauce or
Fish with Lemon Red Onion and Cilantro
Makande
Joloff Rice
Banana and Melon in Orange Vanilla Sauce

California Fresh
March 5
Pesto Soup
California Salad
Grilled Chicken in Marinara Sauce or
Vegetarian Lasagna Rolls
Wild Mushroom Risotto
Squash with Fresh Herbs
Strawberries ala Blue Fox

French
March 19
Onion Soup with Cheese
Vine-Ripened Tomato Salad
Broiled Sole or
Napoleon ChickenBreast with Mustard and Tarragon
Creamed Green Beans, French Style
Parsley Potatoes
Mousse au Chocolate

Cajun
March 26
Chicken & Andouille - Sausage
Gumbo
Spinach Salad Vermillion
Orange Glazed Pork Roast or
Southern Style Fried Catfish
Vegetable Jambalaya
Flan