The National Society of Minorities in Hospitality (NSMH), Temple University Chapter’s mission is to “educate in order to aid in the recruitment, retention, support, and advancement of minority students in the hospitality industry and to build and maintain relationships between hospitality professionals and minority students in ways that encourage lifelong commitment to the organization”. NSMH comprises over 100 chapters at colleges and universities throughout the United States.

“NSMH is a non-profit organization founded in 1989, to educate, encourage, and empower minority students interested in pursuing hospitality careers. NSMH offers numerous benefits for its members and are pleased to serve as the resource for hospitality students. NSMH provides access to countless professional development and networking opportunities while serving as a unified voice to promote diversity in the hospitality industry”. NSMH also provides its members with a competitive advantage through programs and conferences, networking opportunities, scholarships, and career development services.