{"id":25156,"date":"2025-08-20T10:37:50","date_gmt":"2025-08-20T10:37:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cehhs-wds-dev.utk.edu\/rhtm-dev\/?page_id=25156"},"modified":"2026-01-12T11:56:52","modified_gmt":"2026-01-12T16:56:52","slug":"student-organizations","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cehhs.utk.edu\/rhtm\/student-experience\/student-organizations\/","title":{"rendered":"Student Organizations"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull fw__grey--box hero__clr--stripe is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"420\" src=\"https:\/\/cehhs.utk.edu\/rhtm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2025\/11\/student-orgs-1024x420.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25554\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cehhs.utk.edu\/rhtm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2025\/11\/student-orgs-1024x420.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cehhs.utk.edu\/rhtm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2025\/11\/student-orgs-300x123.webp 300w, https:\/\/cehhs.utk.edu\/rhtm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2025\/11\/student-orgs-768x315.webp 768w, https:\/\/cehhs.utk.edu\/rhtm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2025\/11\/student-orgs-1536x630.webp 1536w, https:\/\/cehhs.utk.edu\/rhtm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2025\/11\/student-orgs.webp 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide content-block is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-smokey-x-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color\"><em>STUDENT<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color\"><strong>ORGANIZATIONS<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\">Your experience in the Department of Retail, Hospitality, and Tourism Management (RHTM) goes beyond the classroom. We believe that building a strong community and professional network is a key part of your success. Our student organizations are your gateway to connecting with fellow students, faculty, alumni, and industry leaders who will help you launch your career.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column pe-5 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>National Retail Federation Student Association (NRFSA)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"lead wp-block-paragraph\">The National Retail Federation Student Association (NRFSA) is the primary organization for students in the <strong>Retail and Merchandising Management<\/strong> major. As a member, you get direct access to the pulse of the industry through our affiliation with the National Retail Federation\u2014the world&#8217;s largest retail trade association.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>As a member, you will:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Connect with leaders from top retail brands at exclusive networking events.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gain the chance to attend the NRF Student Program in New York City, a premier event for career opportunities and internships.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Receive exclusive industry insights and professional development resources.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Build invaluable connections that can shape your future in corporate retail, merchandising, and e-commerce.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>This organization is perfect for students passionate about merchandising, buying, e-commerce, store management, and corporate retail.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group framedOrangeShadow is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/cehhs.utk.edu\/rhtm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2025\/08\/IMG_3706-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25162\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cehhs.utk.edu\/rhtm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2025\/08\/IMG_3706-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cehhs.utk.edu\/rhtm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2025\/08\/IMG_3706-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/cehhs.utk.edu\/rhtm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2025\/08\/IMG_3706-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/cehhs.utk.edu\/rhtm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2025\/08\/IMG_3706-600x400.webp 600w, https:\/\/cehhs.utk.edu\/rhtm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2025\/08\/IMG_3706.webp 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:5vw\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column pe-5 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>Future Hospitality Leaders Association (FHLA)<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"lead wp-block-paragraph\">The Future Hospitality Leaders Association (FHLA) is the go-to organization for students focusing on the <strong>Hospitality and Tourism Management <\/strong>major. FHLA brings together majors and minors to explore the many facets of the industry, connecting students with professionals and providing valuable hands-on learning experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>As a member, you will:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Learn from industry experts through engaging guest speakers and Q&amp;A sessions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gain behind-the-scenes insights during field trips to top-tier hotels, resorts, and event venues.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Develop career-readiness skills with resume workshops and mock interviews.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discover exclusive internships, jobs, and volunteer opportunities shared within the organization.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><strong>This organization is ideal for students passionate about hotels, tourism, event management, and food and beverage.<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group framedOrangeShadow is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/cehhs.utk.edu\/rhtm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2025\/11\/orgs-2-1024x681.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25556\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cehhs.utk.edu\/rhtm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2025\/11\/orgs-2-1024x681.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cehhs.utk.edu\/rhtm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2025\/11\/orgs-2-300x199.webp 300w, https:\/\/cehhs.utk.edu\/rhtm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2025\/11\/orgs-2-768x510.webp 768w, https:\/\/cehhs.utk.edu\/rhtm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2025\/11\/orgs-2-600x400.webp 600w, https:\/\/cehhs.utk.edu\/rhtm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2025\/11\/orgs-2.webp 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:19px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group org--stripe is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-light\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-868\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/utchildtheme.flywheelsites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/or_bg.png\" data-object-fit=\"cover\"\/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns cta-content is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Explore More Opportunities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a complete directory of all registered student clubs and organizations on campus, you can visit VOLink, the official UT student organization portal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/volink.utk.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Visit VOLink<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS Your experience in the Department of Retail, Hospitality, and Tourism Management (RHTM) goes beyond the classroom. 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