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The Union Club Hotel at Purdue University
LAUNCH Immersion Program
The Union Club Hotel, 8Eleven, Leaps Coffee and Boiler Up Bar are all managed by White Lodging, one of the leading hotel management and development companies in the United States. The cornerstone program of the hotel’s student engagement is the White Lodging LAUNCH Hospitality Immersion Program. LAUNCH is designed to propel high-caliber Purdue University students into the hospitality industry by providing... See More a paid, hands-on experience across all hotel and restaurant operational areas. See Less
Student Spotlight
One of the many unique elements of The Union Club Hotel is its student staff. The Union Club Hotel is the only Autograph Collection hotel across the globe that is student run - from hospitality students to aeronautics students to engineering students. They will be the first to welcome you on your next visit to this luxury property. Learn more about these remarkable students below.
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Why did you choose Hospitality & Tourism Management?
I enjoy the hands-on and high-energy atmosphere in a hotel environment where the ultimate goal is to make guests happy.
What is your career aspiration?
I want to work in hospitality sales.
Bucket list vacation destination?
New Zealand or Dominican Republic
Favorite place on campus?
Top floor of the Purdue Memorial Union
What has working in hospitality taught you?
It has taught me that it takes a team to pull off great service.
Three words to describe you?
Committed, goal-oriented, energetic
Why did you choose Hospitality & Tourism Management?
I worked at the local grocery store in my hometown as a cashier, and I quickly found out that I love being around people. My dad recommended that I study hospitality and then I found my passion for events.
What is your career aspiration?
I want to work in banquets as a Manager until I feel like I have mastered the position. I really like the idea of being on task force, where you go and help other hotels and also learn how other hotels operate based on their size, location and demographics. I would eventually like to own a banquet hall or wedding venue.
Bucket list vacation destination?
I want to see the mountains in Switzerland.
Favorite place on campus?
Slayter Hill because local bands perform on the stage whenever there's good weather.
What has working in hospitality taught you?
It has taught me that it is really important to put yourself in the shoes of others. Everyone has their own story to tell and people want to be heard and understood. I have learned to listen and assure people that I can help them, and make sure they get whatever they need.
Three words to describe you?
Ambitious, reliable, spontaneous
Why did you choose Hospitality & Tourism Management?
I love working with people.
What is your career aspiration?
I would like to be a hotel manager.
Bucket list vacation destination?
New Zealand, Bhutan, Japan and Croatia.
Favorite place on campus?
Horticulture Garden
What has working in hospitality taught you?
I've learned how to handle stressful situations and help people.
Three words to describe you?
Empathetic, Perceptive, Patient
Why did you choose Hospitality & Tourism Management?
I love working with people and creating a fun environment for guests.
What is your career aspiration?
Hotel Management
Bucket list vacation destination?
Greece or Spain
Favorite place on campus?
Purdue Bell Tower
What has working in hospitality taught you?
Patience is everything when working with people.
Three words to describe you?
Good listener, caring, funny.
Why did you choose Hospitality & Tourism Management?
I love working with guests.
What is your career aspiration?
Guest Experience, Analytics, Guest Relations
Bucket list vacation destination?
South Korea
Favorite place on campus?
The Armstrong building
What has working in hospitality taught you?
Each guest is different and a solution for one guest might not be the same solution for another guest
Three words to describe you?
Hard working, determined, adventurous
Why did you choose Hospitality & Tourism Management?
I love working with people and having nice guest interactions.
What is your career aspiration?
Sales Manager or Front Office Manager
Bucket list vacation destination?
Venice, Paris, Hong Kong
Favorite place on campus?
Second floor lobby of the Union Club Hotel
What has working in hospitality taught you?
Always take your time with guests
Three words to describe you?
Adventurous, energetic, charismatic
Why did you choose Hospitality & Tourism Management?
I love serving people and creating experiences for them.
What is your career aspiration?
Event planning, pastry chef or General Manager of a property
Bucket list vacation destination?
Hawaii or Singapore
Favorite place on campus?
Union Club Hotel, Greyhouse or Marriott Hall
What has working in hospitality taught you?
Go the extra mile, networking is key
Three words to describe you?
Vulnerable, giving, family-oriented
