UPCOMING EVENTS -- FALL 2026
UPCOMING EVENTS -- FALL 2026
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Commonly Asked Questions About Events:
What are CFEs?
100 Career Field Exploration hours (CFEs) are required only by SCRD students. Members can earn up to 25 hours through TSA. TSA Officers can earn 50. Learn more here.
What is an Ambassador Event?
It's an event hosted by a different institution or organization, but where our members are invited to join in.
What should I wear to TSA events?
See the RSVP sheet for each event you sign up for to find out which dress code applies. Generally these:
Full TSA Event Attire Guide + Photo Circle Ideas
ASU Casual: Casual--but elevated. ASU colors and/or ASU and TSA merch (see advisor for TSA shirts!). Take care to avoid the 3 T's (torn, trendy, tiny) including roughed up jeans or shorts, or anything that reads 'too casual' (athleisure, day at the lake, clubbing attire). Shorts, pants and sneakers in good shape. We are always repping TSA/ASU even when casual.
Business Casual: A mix of professional and semi-casual clothing items--not quite true interview-wear but something that says, 'This is important' and where you might meet an industry leader you would like to make a positive impression upon. Think of it like 'professional' but without a suit jacket or tie required. Golf shirts, button downs, blouses, non-denim slacks. Ballet flats, dress shoes, or dark sneakers. ASU colors always welcomed. Read this article for more ideas.
Professional Attire: Dress like you are going on an interview (ASU colors and touches always welcome!). Read this article for more ideas.
What if I would like to attend a TSA event or trip but my budget prevents me from doing so?
If you are an active TSA member experiencing financial hardship that makes it difficult to cover the cost of an event or trip, you may request scholarship assistance. Please email one of our advisors, Claire McWilliams (claire.mcwilliams@asu.edu) or Erin Schneiderman (erin.schneiderman@asu.edu), with a request for scholarship support for a specific event or trip expense.
All scholarship requests will be kept confidential and will be anonymously reviewed and voted on by the elected officer board.
Fall 2026
Fall 2026
Ambassador Event
Downtown Networking Event Hosted by HSMAI
Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) AZ Chapter is hosting a networking event at the Phoenix Convention Center and has invited members of the Tourism Student Association to join in. This opportunity will give you a chance to meet sales and marketing leaders from around the Valley, build your network and networking skills, and find out about scholarship opportunities for student memberships. Keynote: “Own Your IMPRINT: The Power of Lasting Impressions” Presented by Jennifer Blackmon, CCXP, EmpowerAble
Wed Sep 23, 2026 @ 4-6:30pm
Phoenix Convention Center
100 N 3rd Street
(walking distance from Maroon Shuttle drop off)
Professional Dress Required.
Claim your spot below:
TSA Presents
A Behind-the-Scenes Tour of
Sky Harbor International Airport
Enjoy a unique opportunity to go behind the scenes (and on the runway) of Sky Harbor International Airport. Learn how this gigantic operation which provides 44 billion in economic impact and accommodates over 50 million travelers per year is managed via an opening session and a hop-on bus tour of runways and other key areas of operation.
Business Casual Attire: Polos/gsolf Shirts, slacks, etc. Please do not wear t-shirts, jeans, or shorts. ASU/TSA colors are always a plus. NO OPEN-TOED SHOES.
Mon Sep 28, 2026 @ 4-6:30pm
at Sky Harbor Airport -- Meeting Point information forthcoming.
2.5 CFEs
Claim your spot below:
TSA Fall Day Trip
Queen Creek
Discover the growth of agritourism and agritainment, culinary tourism, equine experiences, and outdoor family recreation in Queen Creek. Gain insight into the town's history and tourism landscape while exploring the collaborative efforts of town leaders, local attractions, and supporting businesses to create a vibrant visitor experience. We'll breakfast with and meet the Visit Queen Creek team and the owners of Schnepf Farms and catch the Fall vibes of opening day, Visit Pecan Lake Entertainment Park (botanical gardens, farmers market), watch a mounted shooting equestrian event at Horseshoe Park, and tour and have lunch at Queen Creek Olive Mill.
Dress Code: Upscale Casual ASU/TSA Merch and Colors
Sat Oct 3, 2026 @ 8am-4pm
Cost Per Person: $13
(TSA monies cover the rest!)
7 CFEs
Sign Up Here:
Ambassador Event:
TSA Attends
The Lodging Conference
Attend a professional conference with fellow members of TSA while building your leadership skills. Attend sessions about a variety of tourism, hospitality, and events related topics, enjoy the vendor floor, and network with industry professionals to learn about opportunities for now or later.
Professional Dress Required (no ties or suit jackets needed)
Options:
1--Mon Oct 5, 2026: 2-5pm
(Industry Update, Property Financials, Women in Hospitality Finance)
2--Tue Oct 6, 2026: 8am-4:30pm*
3--Wed Oct 7, 2026: 9am-4:30pm
at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
CFE's range based on the day.
There is not financial cost to attend.
*Note this is the same day as the Networking and Etiquette Event
Reception: 5-5:30pm
Dinner/Training: 5:45-8pm
TSA Ambassador Event
Dining Etiquette and Networking Event
Join in an event planned by SCRD that will have you learning the ins and outs of dining etiquette in combination with professional networking. Don your professional attire, enjoy a delicious meal, and enjoy a unique experience that includes prizes and surprises.
Professional Dress Required.
$15 student portion
(other costs sponsored by SCRD, TSA, and Omni)
October 6, 2026 @ 5-8pm
Omni Hotel Tempe at ASU
2 CFEs.
LIMITED SPOTS!
Sign up Information Forthcoming.
TSA Presents
"TOURISTS BEHAVING BADLY"
Virtual Mixer + Learning Event
Immersion and Online members are invited to connect for an engaging discussion on one of tourism's most pressing challenges: negative tourist behavior. Explore how future tourism leaders can bring out the best in the guest—and skillfully handle the rest—when managing disruptive or inappropriate visitor behavior when interacting with community members, flora/fauna, and travel and hospitality-related businesses.
Hosted by TSA Leaders Andrew Dominguez and Mariah Champion.
Monday Oct 19, 2026 @ from 6-7:30pm AZ in Zoom
1.5 CFEs.
There is no cost to attend.
Claim your spot below:
TSA Presents
Día de Muertos at
Desert Botanical Gardens
Join alumni and our guide Amber Salazar in learning about Desert Botanical Gardens (DBG) and its rich natural and cultural resources. Get a behind-the-scenes look at on-site event management, and learn about the history of DBG's hosting of Día de Muertos. Our group will then have the opportunity to experience the festivities including music, dancing, storytelling, crafts and beautiful ofrendas (community altars).
Upscale Casual TSA/ASU Merch/Colors.
Sat Nov 7, 2026 @ Time TBD
Phoenix Botanical Gardens
1201 N. Galvin Parkway
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(just north of Tempe campus)
There is no cost to attend.
CFEs TBD
Sign up Information Forthcoming.
Ambassador Event:
TSA Attends the ConferenceDirector Forum in Partnership with Visit Phoenix
Apply for one of the ten limited spots offered to meetings and events-minded Sun Devils to attend the ConferenceDirect Forum. Experience a student workshop focused on how students can pursue careers and interact with clients and hotels.
ConferenceDirect https://conferencedirect.com/ is one of the country's largest third-party meeting planning companies. Visit Phoenix is hosting this annual CD Forum which brings together corporate meeting planners for education and networking.
Thu Dec 3, 2026 @ 10am-1pm
Sheraton Downtown Phoenix
(next to Downtown campus)
There is no cost to attend.
PROFESSIONAL DRESS REQUIRED.
3 CFEs
Spring 2027
Spring 2027
TSA Presents
Pickleball Challenge Social
Join us for an opening social that includes an opportunity to learn about a popular recreational activity and the businesses that are capitlizing on it--and most importantly--a chance to reconnect with or get to know our travel-passionate members.
Fri Jan 29, 2027 @ Time TBD
at Location TBD
1 CFE (if meet-and-greet)
Sign up Information Forthcoming.
TSA Presents a
Virtual Mixer + Learning Event
Dark Skies and AstroTourism
Immersion and Online members can connect together and learn about the fast-growing sector of dark skies tourism and its relevance to the future of tourism, hospitality, recreation, and destination development. Industry and scholarly experts will discuss why travelers are increasingly seeking authentic nighttime experiences, how destinations are developing dark-sky opportunities, and the economic, environmental, and community benefits of protecting our night skies. Stargazing, astrotourism, sustainable tourism, outdoor recreation, innovative destination experiences--this conversation will 'illuminate' a rapidly emerging area of tourism that crosses majors. Hosted by TSA officers and a chance to meet special guests ion our panel.
Jan 27, 27 @ 6-7:15pm in Zoom
1.5 CFEs.
Sign up Information Forthcoming.
TSA Spring Fundraiser
WM Phoenix Open
All hands needed in our Spring fundraising 'Fan Shop Crew.' Help us earn money for our treasury that will translate in MORE opportunities for all members while gaining valuable insights into a large-scale sporting event.
Selected Dates Between
Feb 8-15, 2027
TPC
CFEs are plentiful and vary by shifts.
Sign up Information Forthcoming.
TSA Networking Event
Community Case Study Challenge
Join in an event planned by SCRD that will have you joining a team of students and industry pros to solve real-world scenarios in combination with professional networking. Don your professional attire, enjoy working and networking lunch, and a unique experience that includes prizes and surprises.
Fri Feb 5, 2027 @ Time TBD
Concho Room, Valley Ho
Downtown Campus
CFEs TBD
Sign up Information Forthcoming.
TSA Cultural Event + Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Musical Instrument Museum
Information TBD.
Date TBD
CFEs TBD
Sign up Information Forthcoming.
TSA Presents
Hard Hat Tour + Manager Meet & Greet
at VAI Resort
OR
SPRING TRAINING EVENT?
Information TBD.
Fri Mar 19 2027 @ 1-4pm
VAI Resort in Glendale
CFEs TBD
Sign up Information Forthcoming.
TSA Spring Trip
Southern Arizona
Join us for a 2-night, 3-day adventure of Southern Arizona's diverse forms of tourism. Tour Biosphere 2, San Xavier del Bac, and Kartchner Caverns State Park are just a few of the amazing attractions we will learn about and explore together.
Fri Apr 2-Sun Apr 4, 2027
3 Packed Days!
Details and Prices forthcoming.
CFEs TBD.
Sign up Information Forthcoming.
TSA Presents
Intern Talk
Virtual Event
Immersion and Online members can learn about how to get internships and succeed on them from our very own members who are just completing or have recently completed this part of their ASU journey. Hosted by Marketing Director Rachel Johnson.
Mon April 13, 2027 @ 6-7pm AZ
in Zoom
1 CFE.
Sign up Information Forthcoming.
TSA Presents
Night of Recognition
Join us for a a celebration of our graduating seniors and everyone's accomplishments indvidually and collectively. Join us for dinner, senior and just-for-fun photoshoot, prize drawings, and of course, awarding The Golden Pineapple Award to a deserving member!
Fri April 23, 2027 from 4-6pm
House of McWills
Sign up Information Forthcoming.
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