| Abstract: | ABSTRACT This article reports the findings of an exploratory study that primarily examined the relationship between hope and expectations of success among hospitality students at a southeastern university. It also discusses relationships among factors such as grade point averages, student class standing, and declared program majors. The article presents results of the study that identify relationships between measurable criteria associated with the concept of hope and expectations for student success, as well as other associated factors. The article concludes with areas for future research, as well as implications for hospitality educators and human resource practitioners. |
