Collins Update: October 24, 2016

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October 24, 2016

TRICK-OR-TREAT AT COLLINS

The Collins College invites hospitality management students to join us in the courtyard for trick or treating on Halloween! Come in your best Halloween costume. Register by clicking here. Candy and other goodies will be distributed to those in costumes.**
**No masks, clown attire, weapons, or inappropriate attire allowed**

VISITOR INDUSTRY OUTLOOK CONF.

Four Master's students and four Collins Ambassadors volunteered at the 28th Annual Southern California Visitor Industry Outlook Conference last week at Embassy Suites LAX North. Attendee enjoyed a full day of panel discussions from tourism and economic experts about trends in Southern California.

CPHA & ASEP SOCIAL

CPHA and ASEP invited members to a social at Innovation Brew Works last week and had a great turnout. Be on the look out for more CPHA & ASEP events by following them on social media.

WE DROPPED, COVERED, AND HELD

On Oct. 20, millions of people worldwide practiced how to drop, cover, and hold on at 10:20 a.m., during The Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drill, which began in California in 2008. Cal Poly Pomona was one of thousands of schools throughout California to take part. Thank you to all of The Collins College's faculty, staff, and students who participated in the drill. This is a great way for your family or organization to be prepared to survive and recover quickly from big earthquakes. For more information and valuable resources about earthquake preparedness and The Great Shakeout, visit www.shakeout.org.

OPEN POSITION WITH ASEP

Do you want to take videos, finalize flyers and newsletters, and more? Apply to be a Social Media Assistant for the Association of Student Event Planners (ASEP) today! Email Veronica Chan, ASEP's Director of Communications for any questions and application. This is an unpaid and not for credit position. Applications are due on Oct. 29.

COME DINE WITH US AT THE RKR

The Restaurant at Kellogg Ranch is officially open for Fall quarter 2016. Make sure to come by and support our student operated and managed fine dining experience. Take a look at the menu and make a reservation by clicking here.

CHANGE OF MAJOR WORKSHOP

If you are planning on changing your major to Hospitality Management, you must attend one of the meetings on Friday, Nov. 18 at from 10 a.m. to noon in room 80-102 or on Wednesday, Nov. 30 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. in room 80-102. Limited space is available and is on a first-come first-serve basis. For more info, contact James Yokoyama.

FREEHAND SESSIONS

In anticipation of opening this winter in Downtown L.A., Freehand Los Angeles will be offering a complimentary program for students interested in breaking into the hospitality industry. Beginning in November, the 8-week class will be held every Saturday morning from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. and will provide an introduction to all facets of working in a hotel. For more details and to apply, email Freehand LA.

HACU NATIONAL INTERNSHIP

The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) is currently seeking students interested in applying for a Summer 2016 internship in the corporate sector. The program dates are June 17 - August 27, 2017. More information can be found here.


CAREER CORNER Career Opportunities for Collins students are accessible through Collins College Career Connection organization on BlackBoard & BroncoConnection .	SCHOLARSHIPS There are many scholarships available to students via BlackBoard . Visit "CCHM Scholarship Opportunities" for details and deadlines.