Student Schedule & Additional Information

ARRIVAL SCHEDULE

Suggested arrival is 8:00 a.m.

PARKING

Valet Parking (

Overnight valet parking available with in and out privileges. Please note the garage height restriction is 6’8.”

Self-Parking (

Off-site self-parking is available at the Chestnut Street Garage, located one block south of the hotel and accessible via an enclosed and covered walkway. Parking at the Chestnut Street Garage can be charged to your room.

Nearest Airport

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is six miles away by car.

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Student and Educator registration includes access to Monday’s education, inclusive of a student only sessions and lunch. Scholarships are available to attend conference at a price of $25.

STUDENT PRE-PLANNING

Meet with your instructor to let them know you are interested in attending the conference
Register through Microsoft Forms; Select your sessions, any meal needs or other; The link will be emailed to your Instructor.
Student and Educator Registrations Due by NOVEMBER 6, 2026
Scholarship Forms Due by NOVEMBER 6, 2026
Bring copies of your resume

STUDENT AND EDUCATOR SCHOLARSHIPS

Completed student scholarship forms, including an essay of no more than 500 words sharing why you would like to attend the OHLA Annual Conference and how you will prepare, must be received by November 6, 2026. Instructors will receive the scholarship form and return it to Carrie Richards at carrie@ohla.org. Educators accompanying a group of students to the conference may also attend for $25.

2026 Student Scholarship Application

Monday, November 23, 2026
8:00 AM	Registration Opens County Foyer
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM	Speed Chatting Opportunity with Hotel Industry Partners
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Interview Skills & Resume Development Session
10:00 - 11:00 AM	Scavenger Hunt
11:00 AM	Grab Lunch
11:15 AM - 12:30 PM	Opening General Session Regency Ballroom
12:30 - 1:15 PM	Scenario Solving Exercises
1:15 - 2:30 PM	Concurrent Session Women in Lodging: The Etiquette Evolution Presented by:
	Concurrent Session OHLA Emerging Professionals: From Manager to Leader: Developing Emerging Leaders for Long-Term Success Presented by:
	Concurrent Session Presented by:
2:30 - 3:15 PM	Exhibitor Break
3:15 - 4:30 PM	Concurrent Session
	Concurrent Session
	Concurrent Session
4:30 PM	Depart from Hyatt Regency Columbus