The NYU School of Professional Studies Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality is a global hub for the study of hospitality, tourism and event management. Founded in 1995, the Tisch Center was established in response to the growing need for hospitality and tourism undergraduate and graduate education. The Tisch Center's cutting-edge curricula attracts bright, motivated students who seek to become leaders in their fields. Faculty at the Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality are thought leaders in hospitality, tourism and events. The unique composition of the faculty combines many disciplines and specialties, which is necessary to cover the scope of our industries. With backgrounds in business, geography, economics and social science, the faculty produces research and thought leadership that support teaching and industry engagement.