If you have questions about our hospitality program that you can’t find on our website, our student ambassadors are excited to share their knowledge – and passion! The Conrad N. Hilton College Ambassadors represent just one of our 12 student organizations that can help you get connected to the College and the hospitality industry. Our ambassadors work with our recruitment and enrollment staff to provide tours and information for prospective students and their families. They are also called upon to give VIP tours and are involved with any number of College activities. Because they know the College so well as students themselves, our ambassadors in Houston and San Antonio are available to answer any questions you may have – openly and honestly from a student’s perspective.

Call to arrange a tour, OR contact any of our ambassadors below by clicking on their pictures. You’ll find their personal email addresses, the sector of hospitality they are studying and quotes on why they chose Hilton College. You can also send your questions to cnhambassadors@gmail.com. Our ambassadors will respond within 48 hours of receiving your email.

Caitlin Fuller (’18)
Recruitment Manager & Staff Advisor to the Ambassadors
Track: Event Management
Hometown: Denton, Texas
Email: cfuller2@central.uh.edu

“I chose Hilton College as an undergrad because of the immense amount of educational and hands-on opportunities available here. Before graduation, I worked as a recruitment assistant, and I loved being able to talk to prospective students about my College experience and help them through the admissions process. Now that I'm back as recruitment manager, I am so happy that I'm able to continue helping students. It is also a pleasure producing our different recruitment events including Hilton College Blitz, Summer Camp and our Scholarship Dinner. Please reach out if you have any questions about any part of the application or admissions process. I would be happy to help you through it!”

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Daniella Acuña
Track: Foodservice
Hometown: East Meadow, New York
Email: macuna3@uh.edu

“Initially, I majored in nursing at a college in New York, but deep down I knew I had a passion for hospitality. My brother suggested that I look into Hilton College and I loved everything that it had to offer. There are endless opportunities for students to gain experience in the industry, such as attending career fairs, networking with alumni and being involved in student organizations. My favorite thing about the College is how welcoming everyone is… I want prospective students to experience the same warmth of hospitality that I felt when I came here from New York – that’s why I wanted to be an ambassador. I’m grateful to be part of such an amazing organization at one of the best hospitality schools in the country!”

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Zachary Andrzejewski
Track: Lodging
Hometown: Dallas, Texas
Email: zandrzejewski@uh.edu

“I chose Hilton College because, for me, this is the place to be. Here, you can explore different career options, meet amazing people and create great connections for your future. One of my favorite memories is actually from my Intro to Hospitality class, when a representative from Forbes was our guest speaker and talked to us about high-end properties. I can’t wait to continue my future with this program!”

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Priscilla Benitez
Track: Event Management
Hometown: Austin, Texas
Email: pnbenitez@uh.edu

“My favorite part of being an ambassador is showing incoming students what it’s like to be a student here. I love answering their questions and helping them feel comfortable in this new environment. Choosing a college is an important commitment. I like to think that I’ve made a difference in assisting prospective students with their decisions.”

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Salma Break
Track: Foodservice
Hometown: Cairo, Egypt
Email: sbreak@uh.edu

“I chose Hilton College because of the people. I don’t think you can find this kind of absolute warmth and congeniality anywhere else. When I first toured the College, which was led by one of the ambassadors, I just knew this was the place for me – these were the people I belonged with... I also did a “Shadow Day” with another ambassador. Everyone was so nice and welcoming. The professors were amazing and clearly had a plethora of knowledge that they were so excited about and willing to share. These two experiences solidified my belief that Hilton College is where I wanted to spend the next four years of my life!”

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Jack Burke
Track: Lodging Management
Hometown: San Antonio, Texas
Email: jpburke@uh.edu

“The work experience I gained while in high school eventually led me to discovering the exciting world of hospitality. Choosing Hilton College was an easy decision because of the real-world industry experience the faculty has in preparing me for a career in the hotel and resort industry. The professors and administrators have a genuine love for hospitality and their students. I can't imagine attending any other college!”

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Shannon Cleary
Track: Project Management & Analytics
Hometown: Sugar Land, Texas
Email: slcleary@uh.edu

“I chose Hilton College because of all the opportunities and different career paths available to students. At this College, I can maintain a full-time job and be a full-time student. The balance between the two helps me gain a better understanding of what I’m learning and how it relates to the industry. ”

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Casey Cramer
Track: Event Management
Hometown: Montgomery, Texas
Email: ccramer2@uh.edu

“Hilton College offers me the opportunity to be creative, travel and make connections that will last a lifetime. I have always been fascinated by culture and travel. The Ambassador program was the deciding factor when I made the decision to attend the University of Houston. The multifaceted community that is Hilton College allows students to grow and learn about every aspect of the hospitality industry. I have been blessed to attend the best hospitality school in the country, and to also be a part of an amazing organization that is the Conrad N. Hilton College Ambassadors.”

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Ailin Fei
Track: Restaurants
Hometown: Toronto, Canada
Email: afei@uh.edu

“Frontier Fiesta was my first encounter with real UH pride, tradition and culture, and continues to be one of the reasons why I chose UH and why I love my college. Hilton College provides loads of opportunities for students to network and develop as professionals, but we also don't forget to have fun. We can take advantage of all the free programs and events offered by the University and fellow students all across campus. Feel free to ask me about the variety of events here at UH – you'll be blown away with everything you can do! BTW, our Cougar Grounds is the best coffee shop on campus!”

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Karen Foreman
Track: Project Management & Analytics
Hometown: Texas City, Texas
Email: kforema2@uh.edu

“Hilton College provides outstanding opportunities for anyone wanting to pursue a career in customer service. I discovered my passion for the hospitality industry while working in a restaurant. My passion led me here.”

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Danielle Foster
Track: Foodservice
Hometown: Pearland, Texas
Email: djfoster2@uh.edu

“I chose Hilton College because of recommendations from friends and family. Even when I told strangers what I wanted to study, they all agreed the Hilton at UH is the best place to be for hospitality. For me, it was a pretty easy decision.”

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Ashley Frost
Track: Lodging Management
Hometown: Seattle, Washington
Email: afrost@uh.edu

“I love the hospitality industry because there are so many opportunities – the industry is constantly changing and evolving. I decided to transfer here because my former advisor is a Hilton College alumnus and he would always talk about how great this college was. I trusted his advice that this was the place for me to be, and I'm happy with my decision. I've had a wonderful experience so far!”

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Iliana Gallegos-Rivera
Track: Wine & Beverage Studies
Hometown: Colorado Springs, Colorado
Email: igallegos@uh.edu

“Originally, I was interested in going into business and attending UH’s Bauer College. On paper, it seemed enticing. But after touring Hilton College, I fell in love with the atmosphere and how community driven it is. During my many visits, what stood out the most was just how genuinely nice the teachers and students were, and I knew then that I wanted to be a part of the greatness that Hilton College represents. Since being here, I’ve realized that this is the place for me and it’s even better than I expected.”

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Abby Garcia
Track: Project Management & Analytics
Hometown: Deer Park, Texas
Email: argarcia16@uh.edu

“I moved from a big high school to a small technical high school and decided to pursue a hospitality career pathway. The recruiters from Hilton College convinced me to check out their annual summer camp, which is where I got to experience what it would actually be like to pursue my love of hospitality at this College. Since then, my favorite memory happened right before a test… A few friends and I reserved a study room and put it out on the class GroupMe that anyone could come. A bunch of other people in my class showed up and we had a huge game going to study a compilation of flash cards we had all made. I met some new friends, had an amazing time AND aced that test! I have plenty more amazing memories, but that’s definitely one of the best.”

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Grace Garcia
Track: Lodging Management
Hometown: Pearland, Texas
Email: gmgarcia5@uh.edu

“I chose Hilton College because it was by far one of the most welcoming schools I visited, and it also offers amazing courses that will prepare me for the future. My emphasis of study is lodging management, and I plan on becoming a hotel or resort manager. It is an honor and I am excited to be involved with the Conrad N. Hilton College Ambassadors to further my understanding of the hospitality industry.”

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Patricia Mack
Track: Foodservice
Hometown: Shenandoah, Texas
Email: pamack@uh.edu

“When I first started looking at colleges, I didn't know where to begin. So, I started checking out what was close to home. That's when I discovered Hilton College. Soon after that, I learned that my boss had graduated from this program and he talked about how much the professors here care about the students and their success during and after completing their degree. That was the moment I knew Hilton College was right for me. I have since found that everything my boss said was true and I’ve been able to meet some amazing people in the industry – thanks to all of the work the professors put into teaching and finding us some really great guest speakers.”

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Phil McNeal
Track: Wine & Beverage Studies
Hometown: Houston, Texas
Email: prmcneal@uh.edu

“The reason you should choose Hilton College is the same reason I chose it – because it's the best! My favorite memory is when Dr. Boger assigned us a class project to interview a leader in the hospitality industry. I interviewed the F&B director of J.W. Marriott Downtown. My scheduled 45-minute interview turned into a three-hour conversation that led to a job offer at the end of the project!”

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Quincy Reynolds
Track: Lodging
Hometown: Pullman, Washington
Email: qmreynolds@uh.edu

“I’ve loved my time at this College, and it has offered me so many opportunities. One of my favorite memories is when my peers and I volunteered at Gourmet Night. After eight hours of working the event, we went to a restaurant at 3 a.m. and spent hours talking about the memories we’ve made here. I think that encapsulates what Hilton College means… We come here to get an outstanding education and gain an incomparable network in the process.”

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Megan Roper
Track: Foodservice
Hometown: Vernon, Texas
Email: mroper3@uh.edu

“I chose Hilton College because I have a passion for this industry and a service heart. Helping people enjoy their night out or vacation is what I love. My favorite memories here actually all involve the guest speakers we have in class. I love hearing from successful people how they got where they are. It is very inspiring!”

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Kimberly Shen
Track: Lodging
Hometown: Katy, Texas
Email: kshen6@uh.edu

“I chose Hilton College because it is a well-established hospitality program with an amazing community and so many opportunities to offer. The on-campus hotel and prime location in the heart of Houston is unlike any other college.”

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Emmalyn Sinclair
Track: Project Management & Analytics
Hometown: Houston, Texas
Email: eksinclair@uh.edu

“I chose Hilton College because I used to travel so much. Essentially, I grew up in hotels. My goal is to make someone else’s hospitality experience as amazing as mine were growing up.”

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Wen Wang
Track: Project Management & Analytics
Hometown: Beijing, China
Email: wwang46@uh.edu

“I chose Hilton College because we are a diverse college with lots of opportunities for students interested in hospitality. My favorite memory is volunteering for Gourmet Night with my friends.”

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