Tuesday, February 03, 2009
Hotelies Spotted Off-Campus!
In an attempt to persuade even its toughest critics that Hotelies do indeed, on rare occasion, venture beyond the confines of Statler Hall, HEC F&B function managers volunteered their time, talent, and good looks to stage a dinner event as part of the celebrations honoring the 60th anniversary of the Ithaca Youth Bureau.
The dinner, which served 150 guests, was held on January 28 at the Women’s Community Building in downtown Ithaca. Nate Maus ’10 served as chef, and used the opportunity to test out the menu he plans to serve for his Friday night dinner during HEC weekend. Any average group of cooks may have balked at the great challenges faced by the team—for instance, having to serve four courses in an hour and a half, including delicious vegetarian options for high-profile guests such as President Skorton and Newark Mayor Cory Booker…with time built in for speeches and performances. However, Statler’s Culinary Dream Team proved they were worth their weight in edible gold flakes and conquered the event without even a glitch. That’s why we pay them the big bucks! Oh wait…
The dinner preceded a larger, 1100-person event at State Theatre honoring the Ithaca Youth Bureau and its 60 years of service to Ithaca’s youth through recreational sports programs, youth mentorship, and support services. With the theme of “Bridging Racial and Cultural Divides and the Role that Youth Play,” the event featured a speech by Mayor Cory Booker as well as a performance by Uganda-born musician/peace advocate Samite (currently an Ithaca resident) and a breakdancing group from Ithaca High School. Booker, known for his passion for social change, bold ideas, and hands-on approach to service, was called the “Savior of Newark” by Time Magazine for his efforts to fight drugs and crime. He delivered an inspirational speech geared to both adults and youth alike, reminding them of their duty to improve their communities and help this nation live up to its promise.
Congratulations, team, on representing the Hotel School so well within the Ithaca community and for supporting such a worthy cause. Toques off to you!
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