The Hospitality & Events Management Welcome Experience is a five-day, hands-on experience for incoming and current students in the Multidisciplinary Studies – Hospitality & Events Management program. Through site visits, workshops and community-building activities, students explore the hospitality industry while building career-ready skills and connections before the academic year begins.
Program Overview
Who: Incoming and current Hospitality & Events Management students
When: July 27 – 31, 2026
Where: UT San Antonio Main Campus, Downtown San Antonio, and local hospitality venues
Cost: Housing, meals and transportation are covered. The Hospitality and Events Management Welcome Experience is an all-expenses-paid immersion program. Students who are selected and commit to attending the full week will be enrolled in a zero-credit Signature Experience course, which fulfills a degree requirement.
Why Participate?
Students in the program will:
- Explore career paths across hotels, tourism, food and beverage, and events
- Visit hospitality venues and meet industry professionals
- Build friendships with fellow students and connect with faculty
- See how classroom concepts apply in real-world hospitality settings
- Develop career-ready skills such as teamwork, communication, and digital fluency
- Create a professional reflection portfolio to showcase their experience
Apply
Space is limited. Apply for the Hospitality & Events Management Welcome Experience today!
Program Experiences
Industry Site Visits
Students will explore San Antonio's:
- Premier hotel and resorts
- Downtown hospitality ecosystem
- Sports and tourist venues
Skill-Building Sessions
Students will participate in interactive workshops on:
- Hospitality operations and guest experience
- Event and experience design
- Revenue management basics
- Professional communication and AI tools
- Financial wellness and academic success
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the program, students will be able to:
- Describe key functions across hospitality sectors
- Identify potential career pathways within the hospitality industry
- Navigate the university’s academic and well-being resources
- Build professional relationships with peers, faculty, and industry partners
- Create a reflection portfolio highlighting their experiences and professional growth
Housing, Travel & Meals Included
- Participants will stay in on-campus housing at Guadalupe Hall.
- Meals include daily breakfast, lunch and dinner on campus at either the Roadrunner Café or on location during site visits across the city.
- Transportation provided by UT San Antonio
Capstone Experience
Students will complete a professional reflection portfolio and newsletter documenting their experiences throughout the week. These materials may be shared with industry partners and future employers as part of their professional development.
