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Alumni & Friends

When you graduate from the 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó Harrah College of Hospitality you instantly join an elite alumni family consisting of some of the most accomplished and influential hospitality professionals in the industry today.

With the support of the college’s dedicated Career and Alumni Services team, you’ll enjoy ample opportunities to stay connected with fellow alumni, engage with current students & faculty, and contribute to the success of your alma mater.

There are So Many Ways to Connect with Our Alumni & Friends Community

The college’s Bob Boughner Center for Alumni and Career Services is the college’s one-stop-shop for Hospitality College alumni and friends who are interested in partnering with the college and supporting our students.

As an alumni or industry partner, you may wish to:

  • 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

How 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó Graduates are Changing the World

Harrah College of Hospitality graduates are using their 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó 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 51³Ô¹ÏÍøÍòÄÜ¿Æ´ó. 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 . Also, remember to follow us on social media for the latest on Hospitality College alumni, events, faculty & staff, and students.

Class Notes

Tony Zaranti

Tony Zaranti, ’99 BS Hotel Administration, is general manager of the Summit Club in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Previously, he served as assistant general manger at Ridglea Country Club as well as at Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth, Texas. His hobbies include golf, travel, food, and boutique wines. He and his wife, Christi, live in Bixby with their two rescue dogs, Riley and Allie.

Brett Hughett

Brett Hughett, ’03 BS Hotel Administration, recently was promoted to regional manager, West Coast, for Oakwood Worldwide’s property management division. The company is a corporate housing provider and residential property management company. He oversees its eight West Coast properties and the continued growth of its property management portfolio. 

Meet the Team

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

Margaret Hausbeck

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

Missy Arendash

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