
Eta Sigma Delta Honor Society
Eta Sigma Delta (ESD) is the only International Hospitality Honors Society. ESD was founded in 1978 and has grown to over 90 active chapters worldwide. Juniors, seniors, and graduate students who have a GPA of 3.5 or higher are encouraged to join. ESD gives members the opportunity to stand out to industry executives. We host events that include networking and building connections with industry professionals throughout the year for our members.
What is Eta Sigma Delta?
Eta Sigma Delta is the only internationally-recognized Honor Society focused on the discipline of hospitality. The organization recognizes hospitality students who have demonstrated excellence in their academic performance, professionalism, and their commitment to service within the community. With over 90 chapters around the world, our UNLV chapter focuses on helping students connect to chapters globally, expanding their networks to the farthest reaches. Within ICHRIE and Eta Sigma Delta alone, students will have the opportunity to gain insight into the industry through hands-on projects and community service led by industry experts.
Who's Eligible?
Any student that meets the following requirement is eligible to join Eta Sigma Delta.
- Must have declared hospitality as a his/her major
- Must have at least 25% of the credits completed for graduation
- Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher
How to Join?
UNLV students can join Eta Sigma Delta through a one time membership fee of $50. All students who qualify are encouraged to apply. You may view the application online. Applications can be submitted to esdhonorsociety.unlv@gmail.com.
Please submit application receipts to our advisor, zihui.ma@unlv.edu
Events
Throughout the academic year, ESD hosts events for members, such as Breaking Barriers, Dine with Alumni, Social Study with ESD, and an Initiation Ceremony. Some events are open to all students within the hospitality college, such as ESD Talks. All of our events include networking with industry professionals and fellow student leaders. For more Information about our events please explore our social media.
Contact Us
President
Tanya Martinez Valiente
Martit31@unlv.nevada.edu
Vice President
Holly Fujita
Fujith1@unlv.nevada.edu
Faculty Advisor
Dr. Zihui Ma
zihui.ma@unlv.edu
