Hilton News

October 14, 2026

Hilton College Launches Event & Meeting Management Track to Prepare the Next Generation of Experience Creators

Behind every exceptional event is a team that knows how to turn a plan into a standout experience. Just a year after launching the Event & Meeting Management track, Hilton College students are already doing that work and delivering real events for real audiences. Read on to see how the track is building career-ready event professionals.

• Student Success

October 12, 2026

When Saving Food Feels Like Finding a Great Deal

A recent study explores what motivates consumers to purchase surplus food through rescue apps, and the research reveals that reducing food waste isn't just about encouraging people to "do the right thing."

• Research & Insights

October 5, 2026

Sophomore Social: A Sweet Celebration of Success

Hilton College’s annual event recognizes second-year students and celebrates their successful transition from their freshman year. The event also serves as an important key to retention and graduation initiatives.

• Student Success

July 15, 2026

Clicking Through the Kitchen: Inside the Virtual Lab Revolution

Hilton College's Katie Ginapp, Daniel Casanova, and Liliana Soto have launched the Sysco Kitchen 360 Tour to help students master commercial kitchens before their first day of lab. Funded by a $2,000 UH OPEN Program grant, this interactive Canvas tool uses virtual tours and video guides to build student confidence, with plans to expand the technology into online classes using virtual escape rooms.

May 22, 2026

Best Credit Cards for International Travel

Discover how the right international credit card can save you 6% to 9% on foreign currency conversions and eliminate costly transaction fees abroad, featuring expert insights from our faculty member, Agnes L. DeFranco.

April 13, 2026

Double Victory: Hilton University of Houston Sweeps 2025 Awards

The Hilton University of Houston is a premier hospitality destination and training ground for the Conrad N. Hilton College, recognized as a 2025 Q4 Make it Right Award winner and a recipient of the Award of Excellence.