Since Fall 2022, the Hospitality & Tourism Management (HTM) and Retail & Merchandising Management (RMM) programs have been working hard to develop substantive industry and student-focused changes to the curriculum of both programs. Beginning in Fall 2024, in addition to the required internship for the program, HTM students will be required to complete a new […]
After a three-year hiatus, the annual Student Enrichment Fundraiser made a grand return! The event was a tremendous success, featuring numerous major sponsors, table sponsors, and attendees who generously supported our efforts to enhance student experiences. A standout moment was the surprise $50,000 gift from Tractor Supply Company, this year’s honoree and recipient of the […]
We are excited to introduce new additions to the Department of Retail, Hospitality & Tourism Management at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville! New Faculty Swechchha Subedi, Assistant Professor Dr. Subedi joins RHTM this summer after earning her doctoral degree from the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management at the University of South Carolina. She previously […]
Kimberly Billings (’08), Director of Merchandising for Pilot Company Kimberly began her career at Pilot Company in 2009 as Staffing Coordinator, quickly moving on to become Divisional Staffing Manager for Canada (2010) during Pilot’s expansion into the country. She next transitioned to more merchandising-focused positions including Associate Category Manager for package beverages and food (2011-2016), […]
