Vernetta Kosalka Assistant Professor of Practice
Ed.D., Educational Leadership, College of Saint Mary, 2021
M.S., Organizational Leadership, College of Saint Mary, 2007
B.S., Business Administration & Computer Information Management, College of Saint Mary, 2003
Dr. Kosalka is a hospitality professional, educator, and entrepreneur with 20 years of experience. Dr. Kosalka believes that improving post-secondary student persistence is not only a fundamental part of academic success but it is also critical to improving one's socioeconomic status. Her mission is to provide the highest level of professionalism and expertise in hospitality, education, and entrepreneurship.
Dr. Kosalka holds a Doctor of Education from College of Saint Mary, '21, Master of Science in Organization Leadership, '07 and received her Bachelor of Science Degree with a dual Major in Business Administration and Computer Information Management, '03.
Teaching Activities (85% Apportionment):
- HRTM 171 Introduction to Hospitality Management
- HRTM 172 Field Experience
- HRTM 289 Introduction to Events Industry
- HRTM 379 Internships
- HRTM 483 Hospitality Finance
Service Activities (5% Apportionment)
- Student Retention
- Recruitment
Areas of Expertise
- Event Planning
- Hospitality Financial Management
- Hospitality Customer Service/Guest Relations
- Hospitality Sales and Marketing
- Small business and Entrepreneurship
- Curriculum Development
- Non-Credit Course Development