Hospitality members

Alumni & Friends

When you graduate from the UNLV Harrah College of Hospitality, you join an alumni family of some of the most elite hospitality professionals in the world. And they all got their start right here!

Meet Our Harrah College of Hospitality Alumni

With careers spanning every hospitality sector and market, our College of Hospitality alumni are the undisputed leaders of the global hospitality industry. They are the CEOs, the business owners, and the entrepreneurs redefining the “fun” economy by delivering innovative, unforgettable experiences to guests around the world.

Meet our Alumni

Be Part of the College of Hospitality Alumni & Friends Community

With the support of the college’s Bob Boughner Center for Career and Alumni Services, you’ll receive regular opportunities to stay connected with fellow alumni, engage with current students & faculty, and contribute to the success of your alma mater.

Your involvement and/or support can take many forms:

  • Recruit students: We’ll help you promote your job, internship, and volunteer opportunities to students.
  • Search for a job: We have on-campus resources and industry connections to support you in your job search.
  • Volunteer your time: We’re always seeking new members for our Alumni Chapter Board and event volunteers.
  • Become a mentor: Help a student grow by providing professional advice and support.
  • Be a guest speaker: Share your professional expertise with students by speaking in a class or on an industry panel.
  • Make a gift: Select a college fund that aligns with your passion. We also offer personalized sidewalk pavers for purchase.

Share your interests with us, and we’ll help you find the opportunity that is right for you:

Join Us At an Event

Whether it’s at an alumni mixer, Homecoming, or a Rebel game, Hospitality Alumni love to get together! Check out our calendar for local, national, and international alumni events:

Events

Regional Alumni Clubs & Volunteer Opportunities

Another great way to stay connected is to join a local alumni club in your area. Regional Coordinators for these clubs host various events where you can socialize with alumni from the Harrah Hotel College and the university at large.

No club in your area? Then your hospitality skills are in demand! Volunteers are always needed to create new alumni clubs around the world. Just a few easy steps and you will be hosting events of your own.

How UNLV Graduates are Changing the World

Harrah College of Hospitality graduates are using their UNLV experience to shape the hospitality and tourism industry. They’re leveraging classroom knowledge and hands-on skills to make an impact in the real world.

We are Rebels Forever!

It's our goal to engage all alumni in support of the college and UNLV. By eliminating Alumni Association membership dues, we've created a comprehensive community of connected Rebels. Read more about Rebels Forever membership, service, and benefits.

Help Us Keep You in the Loop

As true hospitality enthusiasts, we love sharing college updates and engagement opportunities with our alumni and friends. Help us keep you informed by updating your preferred contact information. Also, remember to follow us on social media for the latest on Hospitality College alumni, events, faculty & staff, and students.

Class Notes

Deron Shields

Deron Shields, '84 BS Hotel Administration, is a senior manager at an international bio technology company. Previously, he spent 25 years in hospitality management. His hobbies include coaching soccer, playing golf, and traveling internationally. Married with five grown children, he lives in South San Francisco, California.

Alex Salvo

Alex Salvo, ’13 BS Hospitality Management, is a casino host at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Tampa, Florida.

Meet the Team

We’re here to answer your questions, so please do not hesitate to reach out to us.

Maggie Hausbeck '22

Assistant Dean of External Affairs
Margaret Hausbeck
Mail Code: 6021
Phone: 702-895-1052

Missy Arendash

Director of Events & Engagement
Portrait of Missy Arendash
Office: HOS 414
Mail Code: 6021
Phone: 702-895-5503

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