Greetings from the UK. I am amazed at the number of people I have met here in Wales on my current visit who want to talk about today's election. To avoid being too political, I will not share who it is they hope gets into office (and it is unanimous) after all the votes have been counted but am truly amazed as to how informed they are on the credentials and positions of both candidates -- which is sadly more than I can say about many I talk to back home -- and they are not even voting in today's election but understand the implications for the UK.
So what does this have to do with culinary arts and hospitality education? It has everything to do with it. It suggests we need to do all we can to inspire our students to become lifelong learners and take the time to do keep up with WORLD NEWS & EVENTS to make informed choices that effect their lives and careers whether it is the decision on who to vote for in a national election, or what new item to put on the menu. Our students should leave us with a craving for learning that rivals their passion for cooking to make them equally successful citizens and hospitality professionals. Afterall, are we not the ones who constantly scan the media to make sure we are up to date on the events in the world that impact what we are teaching in the classroom, laboratory, or field to make us better teachers? If so, then we have got to pass that along to our students for the sake of the communities of which they will one day be a part and our profession.
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