The School will celebrate its 100-year milestone throughout 2025–2027 with a series of special announcements, events, and global engagement opportunities. Alumni, students, faculty, staff, recruiters, industry partners, and friends are invited to join in the celebration as the School honors its legacy and builds toward the future.
“Our alumni and students are at the heart of everything we do, and seeing this campaign come to life is incredibly meaningful,” said Lena Loeffler, alumni relations & engagement manager. “It’s an invitation for Spartans everywhere to come together and celebrate the impact this School has had—and the impact it will continue to have for the next 100 years.”
The School of Hospitality Business is proud to announce the official launch of a $20 million fundraising initiative designed to support students, attract world-class faculty and elevate the School’s global reputation as it approaches its centennial celebration in 2027. 
From its beginnings in 1927, Michigan State has been the proud home of The School of Hospitality Business. 
For nearly a century, Hospitality Business Spartans have driven innovation, led with integrity, and left their mark on organizations across the globe. 
With more than 10,000 alumni, 400+ students, and a 96% undergraduate employment rate, the School continues to set the pace for excellence in the industry. 
