Dr. Reginald Foucar-Szocki, better known to his friends, family, and the students and faculty of the School of Hospitality as “Reg,” was recently honored with the 2012 Lifetime Academic Achievement Award from Michigan State University. Reg has been with JMU since 1989 and has made a tremendous impact over his last 23 years being involved in the HTM Program and the School of Hospitality, Sport, and Recreation Management. In addition to his contributions at James Madison University, Reg has served as a J.W. Marriot Professor and academic unit head, was president and chairman of the board for the International Council on Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Education, and is the founding associate editor of Housteur Magazine. Along with his B.S degree from Michigan State University, Reg completed his studies for his masters at Buffalo State University, and went on to earn his Ed.D. from Syracuse University.
Reg was the perfect candidate for the Lifetime Academic Achievement Award. MSU established this award to provide recognition to those alumni who have shown extraordinary leadership throughout their professional careers and who have distinguished themselves by achieving a consistently high level of excellence in their endeavors. He was recognized for his numerous and impressive accomplishments over the time of his professional career involving classroom work, professional development activities, and volunteer-outreach in the community.
“I am truly honored and humbled to receive this award. Being one of the recipients is truly a most special time for me, my family, and my colleagues at JMU.” -Reg
The James Madison School of Hospitality, Sport, and Recreation Management commends Reg for this outstanding accomplishment in his life. We are extremely gratified that we have Reg as part of the HM family and have the opportunity to learn from such an influential person in the hospitality industry.
We congratulate you Reg for this phenomenal and well-deserved award!
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