New Points of Honor: Eta Sigma Delta Highlights
It is ICHRIE and the Eta Sigma Delta (ΗΣΔ) Hospitality Honor Society’s honor and pleasure to support this impactful and inspiring organization.
What Goes into an Eta Sigma Delta Induction?
A lot happens behind the scenes before an Eta Sigma Delta induction ceremony! A successful event is built on careful planning, dedication, and a whole lot of heart. Here's a look at what it takes:
The ESD Induction Checklist:
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Students with a 3.00+ GPA (on a 4.00 scale) become eligible
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Chapter advisors and student leaders recruit top-performing peers
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Event space is secured—on campus or at a local venue
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Friends and family are invited to attend in person or online
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Speakers are booked, catering arranged, and programs organized
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Decorations and meaningful touches are added
And of course… it’s the dedication of students and faculty that truly makes each ceremony shine.
Featured Inductions
This spring, we celebrated with several chapters, including:
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Stockton University
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University of North Texas
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Widener University
ESD 2025 Induction Impact (So Far!)
We’re proud to recognize the ongoing work of ESD advisors and student leaders. As of now, 2025 induction ceremonies include:
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52 induction ceremonies
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660 students inducted
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... and counting!
Recognizing Our Incredible Chapters & Advisors
A heartfelt thank you to the chapter advisors and faculty leaders whose commitment keeps Eta Sigma Delta thriving:
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University of Georgia – Leta Salazar
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Purdue University – Susan Gordon
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University of Missouri – Pei Liu
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Washington State University – Ruiying Cai
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James Madison University – Pam Li
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North Carolina Central University – Jihee Kim
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East Carolina University – Cynthia S. Deale
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University of Alabama – Kimberly Boyle
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Southern Illinois University – Sylvia Smith
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Widener University – Jeff Lolli
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César Ritz Colleges Switzerland – Alessia Moretti
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University of Florida – Yao-Chin Wang
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Stephen F. Austin State University – Mary Olle
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Fort Hays State University – Stacey Smith
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University of North Texas – Han Wen
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RIT Croatia – Milena Kužnin
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Michigan State University – Mi-Ran Kim
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Stockton University – Donna Albano
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Bethune-Cookman University – Andrea White-McNeil & Ruth Smith
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Missouri State University – Yoshimasa “Nancy” Kageyama
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Wor-Wic Community College – Jaesik Jung
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Indiana University of Pennsylvania – Nicole Clevenger
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University of Maryland Eastern Shore – George Ojie-Ahamiojie
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Pennsylvania State University – Mitch Lawson & Phil Jolly
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University of Central Florida – Kevin Murphy
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Husson University – Lee Speronis
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College of Charleston – Brumby McLeod
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University of South Carolina – Darron Kirkley
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UNC Greensboro – Mike Sloan
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Florida International University – Fang Shu
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Georgia State University – Debra Cannon
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Cal Poly Pomona – Sungsik Yoon
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Troy University – Heather Lewis
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University of South Carolina Beaufort – Su Gibson
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Florida State University – Tarik Dogru
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Coastal Carolina University – Sunny Kim
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University of South Alabama – Amanda Donaldson
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University of Memphis – Tim Flohr
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Miami University – Allyson Schrimper-Minor (New Chapter)
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Fairleigh Dickinson University – Anthony Minick
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Lynn University – Karima Lanfranco
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York College of Pennsylvania – Joseph Scarcelli
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University of Nevada, Las Vegas – Zihui Ma
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University of New Hampshire – Hanna Lee
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Salve Regina University – Missy Varao
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Glion Institute of Higher Education – Linda Baggio
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West Virginia University – Ajay Aluri
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Texas A&M University – Hyunrae Kim (New Chapter)
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Chinese University of Hong Kong – Jenny Tian
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Virginia Tech – Shaniel Bernard Simpson
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Mexico State University – Jean Hertzman
- Niagara University - Youngsoo Choi
Thank you to every chapter and advisor for your commitment to excellence in hospitality education!
