William F. Harrah College of Hospitality News
The William F. Harrah College of Hospitality is among the highest ranked hospitality management programs in the world. By blending classroom and real-world experience, our students receive a well-rounded and affordable pathway towards a successful career.
Current Hospitality News
A unique collaboration between the College of Muscogee Nation and 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ opens the door to success for future leaders in the tribal gaming and hospitality industry.
Administrators and donors step up to support 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ's international community.
After 26 years, Edward Box III finally completed his hospitality degree. Now he's ready to pursue two missions: running a tribal casino and helping to steer youths from his reservation to his alma mater.
Despite working with a challenging U.S. market, team STheory's bold strategy leads to big payoff.
Rebel Grounds’ cafe operations manager brews the perfect blend of precision and creativity to keep campus energized throughout the day.
Aryah Certain and Jennifer Tidwell turn sports fandom into social impact, taking home the grand prize for their innovative solution to Nevada’s volunteer shortage.
Hospitality In The News
Fourth of July, or Independence Day, is one of the biggest holidays of the year in the U.S., celebrating the birth of our nation. Americans go all out for the occasion, from elaborate parades to cookouts with extended family and friends. The National Retail Federation projects that this year American households will spend a collective $8.9 billion just on food for Fourth of July celebrations.
Las Vegas visitors are getting something this summer that they have not seen in quite some time: a break. Free parking on the Strip, lower hotel room rates, waived resort fees for locals, stay-and-play packages, enhanced loyalty perks, discounted attractions and massive slot tournaments are among the offers Las Vegas casinos have rolled out recently.
When it comes to hospitality, there’s no place like Las Vegas. A group of future industry pros got a taste of what it takes to thrive in the city that never stops serving. 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s Hospitality Camp is shaking things up. The camp is not just about the books; students are blending flavor, creativity, and careers as they get a hands-on introduction to the world of hospitality.
According to the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, the 2025 event strengthened April’s visitation numbers amid an overall tourism slump. Officials projected that around 180,000 visitors brought $215 million in revenue to the Valley.
Las Vegas casinos are moving towards a smoke-free future due to investor pressure and changing public views. While most Las Vegas Strip resorts still allow smoking on their gaming floors, more and more people want casino operators to think again.
It’s been nearly two decades since Nevada legislators banned indoor smoking in public places, but the exceptions they made for businesses like casinos, bars, strip clubs and brothels remain intact. Aside from Park MGM, Strip resorts have kept casino smoking in place since then, but recent shareholder votes suggest public opinion could be trending in favor of eliminating that allowance.