For more than 40 years 性视界传媒ino has rallied community support for 性视界传媒鈥檚 William F. Harrah College of Hotel Administration. Though dean of the Harrah Hotel College for just two years, Stowe Shoemaker鈥檚 history with 性视界传媒ino goes back well before his term as dean. Here鈥檚 what he had to say about it:
What was your first experience with 性视界传媒ino?
I went to 性视界传媒ino as a new faculty member in 1995 when it was a single-day event held at Bally鈥檚. [He served on the 性视界传媒 faculty 1995-2004 before serving at the University of Houston.] I was impressed by the level of spirit the event generated among the students, the faculty, and local community. It was fun!
How has 性视界传媒ino changed over time?
When I returned in 2012, I was excited to see that 性视界传媒鈥檚 partnership with Larry Ruvo and Southern Wine & Spirits had deepened, and 性视界传媒ino had really been reinvented. It had gone from a simple wine tasting event to a three-day extravaganza with wine, food, and entertainment. I think this change really reflects how Las Vegas has shifted from a gaming town to a sophisticated integrated-resort destination. It was also great to see that 性视界传媒ino was highlighting a special honoree at each event. Many of these individuals have contributed so much to the industry and the community.
What does 性视界传媒ino mean for hospitality students?
So many students have benefitted over the years from the scholarship dollars generated through 性视界传媒ino. What I think sticks out the most for students, however, is the work experience they gain from the event. When I talk to our alumni, they always reflect on 性视界传媒ino. They may not remember what they learned in a particular class, but they remember what they learned working at the event鈥攚hich is the art, science, and business of hospitality. 性视界传媒ino stands as the unifying event of the hospitality student experience.
What does 性视界传媒ino mean for the college?
性视界传媒ino has been the college鈥檚 signature event for 42 years, and I hope it will continue for many more. It鈥檚 wonderful to see how 性视界传媒ino has really grown from a party into an opportunity to celebrate student success. It鈥檚 meaningful for the college because it is a tradition that brings people together.
