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Academic Citizenship

What is Academic Citizenship?

Academic Citizenship is a transformative initiative within BYU–Hawaii's Hospitality and Tourism Management (HTM) program. It enables students to engage in meaningful, industry-related activities beyond the classroom. The experience is an essential component of the HTM 485 Senior Seminar class and creates a significant capstone experience that is a major part of the student's final grade.

Academic Citizenship offers HTM students the opportunity to:

  1. Develop professional skills and leadership qualities.
  2. Expand their industry network.
  3. Gain hands-on experience in real-world projects.
  4. Make a lasting impact on the HTM community and beyond.
  5. Enhance their career prospects post-graduation.

How to Fulfill the Academic Citizenship Requirement

Students can engage in Academic Citizenship in various ways:

  1. Volunteer for meaningful industry-related initiatives.
  2. Conduct and present research.
  3. Collaborate or consult with businesses, governments, or NGOs on tourism-related projects.

Key points to remember:

  • Projects must be pre-approved by HTM faculty.
  • Activities should be volunteer-based and not part of current employment, internship, or other class requirements.
  • There is no minimum hour requirement; the focus is on quality and impact.
  • Students submit a report detailing their Academic Citizenship experiences in HTM 485. This accounts for a significant portion of their grade in the course.

By embracing Academic Citizenship, HTM students at BYU–Hawaii can enrich their academic journey, expand their professional network, and become transformative leaders in the hospitality and tourism industry.