Amelia Asperin

Amelia Asperin is an Associate Professor and HTM Program Coordinator at North Dakota State University, specializing in Hospitality and Tourism Management. Her career spans academic, research, and industry roles in hospitality education and foodservice systems.

• Education: PhD and MS in Business Management from Kansas State University; BS in Hospitality Management from the University of the Philippines; ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification.

Her research focuses on Hospitality Management, Foodservice Systems, and Travel and Tourism Education, with notable contributions to collaborative projects like the Food Production Laboratory Renovation. She has also advanced child nutrition research and industry training.

Amelia has received multiple accolades, including:

• Hendrickson Faculty Development Awards (2012–13, 2019–20)
• Apple Polisher Awards (2012–13, 2016–17)
• Best Poster Paper Award at the International Society of Travel and Tourism Educators (2016)

Her professional memberships include NEWH, The Hospitality Industry Network; American Culinary Federation of Red River Valley; and International Council on Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Education.