SHL Holds Honor Society Induction

Eta Sigma Delta, (ESD) the International Hospitality Management Honor Society,  held a Member Induction Ceremony for the School of Hospitality Leadership, College of Business at  East Carolina University. The virtual ceremony was Tuesday, April 5, 2022, 6 p.m.

The ceremony began with the introduction of Faith Dickson & Anna Verouden, ESD Co-Presidents and the 2022 Eta Sigma Delta Officers noted below:

• ESD Co-Presidents: Faith Dickson and Anna Verouden
• Vice President: Jordyn Rubio
• Secretary/Treasurer: Miriam Caughron
• Communications Director: Zachary Stephenson
• Events Director: Cheyenne Kober

Dr. Cynthia S. Deale, ESD Faculty Advisor provided an overview of the organization and the history of  Eta Sigma Delta. The guest speaker was Dr. Robert O’Halloran, director of the School of Hospitality at ECU.

The guest speaker was followed by ESD officer Zach Stephenson presenting the ESD six points of honor with all inductees, officers, members, and other attendees.

Eta Sigma Delta Points of Honor include:

1. Creativity: We light this candle in recognition of Creativity. We realize that our ability to think creatively will affect the future of our professions. Our innovation will lead to better decisions and outcomes.
2. Diversity-Equity-Inclusion: We light this candle to demonstrate our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and inclusion. We respect people, value diversity, and are committed to equality for everyone. By valuing our differences, creating equitable opportunities for everyone, and welcoming all in the true spirit of hospitality, we can be role models for others.
3. Ethics: We light this candle to establish the commitment we have to Ethics. The consideration of Ethics guides our personal and professional decision-making. May this final candle brilliantly light the way for each of us throughout our lives.
4. Excellence: We light this candle to represent our continuous pursuit of Excellence in all we do. Through the quest for Excellence, we pledge to uphold high standards for both academic and professional achievement.
5. Leadership: We light this candle as a hallmark of Leadership. A leader is like a light held high that brightens the way for others. Let us each pledge that in our personal and professional relationships; we will demonstrate the qualities of Leadership.
6. Service: We light this candle to acknowledge the importance of Service. After all, it is service that makes the hospitality industry unique. May our concern for others help promote our professional success and inspire us to lead lives of service.

Following the points of honor, the ESD Oath was administered for all new members. Inductees repeated: “I pledge to uphold the high standards for scholastic and professional achievements established by Eta Sigma Delta International Hospitality Management Society. I am committed to fostering the growth of knowledge and promoting the advancement of both the hospitality/ tourism discipline and the industry.”

The following students, undergraduate and graduate were inducted into Eta Sigma Delta!

Inductees/New members of ESD –Spring 2022:

1. Hannah Billings
2. Bryn Borntrager
3. Nicholas Carter
4. Moriah Clarke
5. Cara Jo Gordan
6. Olivia Klose
7. Tabitha Hunt
8. Renee Jones
9. Caitlin Kysar
10. Mary Grace Lassiter
11. Jamerus Payton
12. Noah Presley
13. Janelle Schwartz
14. Brooke Stephenson
15. Kelly White-Singleton
16. Hailey Wilson

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