Luke Dolezel
Graduation Year: 2008
Major: Food Service and Restaurant Administration
Hometown: Otego, NY
SINCE GRADUATION:
Luke put his education to work right after graduation. He is currently the Beverage & Hospitality Manager for Red Lobster restaurants in Danbury, CT. He says that the rigorous coursework and constant challenging from his professors gave him a great foundation for his career.
MOST INFLUENTIAL CLASS:
Luke identifies Cost Control and Service Management as the class that most influenced him. “This was one of the most challenging courses I took, and it involved all of the facets of starting and maintaining an effective food service operation.”
Why Oneonta?
It is the best value in education, with ample access to great faculty and learning resources.
What activities were you involved in both on and off campus?
President of the Food and Nutrition Association, Phi Upsilon Omicron National Honor Society member, and member of Oneonta Rugby Football Club.
What was you most memorable experience at Oneonta?
Meeting lifelong friends and playing with the rugby club.
What three words summarize your experience at Oneonta?
Inspiring, involved, incomparable.
What advice do you have for high school students considering Oneonta?
There is a great deal of opportunity at Oneonta to find direction for your future and to have a great time doing so.
