September 2026. CIA alumni are always cooking up something interesting. Here are just a few examples of CIA alumni in the ...

Incredible meals, trips, and memories that last a lifetime. Few industries in the world offer the same highs as hospitality and tourism. If creating unforgettable experiences is your passion, then ...

Event managers turn an idea for a gathering—whether it’s a wedding, a corporate conference, or a music festival—into a real experience that runs on time and on budget. This can be a great career if ...

Starting a catering business takes a mix of culinary skill, strict legal compliance, and careful business planning. Most operations launch with roughly $10,000 to $50,000 in startup costs, covering ...

If you’re a problem solver who loves helping others succeed, then you could be a great restaurant consultant. You’ve probably seen at least one episode of Gordon Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares, where ...

Shaynan Garrioch is chief human resources officer at the Culinary Institute of America, overseeing all aspects of human resources across the institution’s domestic and international campuses. Her ...

More than a decade after meeting as CIA students, Gabriella ’14 and Michael Baldwin ’14 are expanding a growing restaurant group, raising children, and sharing a passion for hospitality and community.

On October 10, the CIA student and alumni community came together for the 15th annual Run for Your Knives 5K Run/Walk, bringing school spirit and excitement to the New York campus. Chaired by the CIA ...

At CIA, you’ll discover that food can create connections, build communities, and make an impact—whether it’s in your backyard or on a global scale. Our students come from a variety of backgrounds and ...

We know you’re as committed as we are to helping students learn and succeed—and we’d like to help you. Here are some education resources from CIA to spark a passion in your students for culinary arts ...

To guide current and prospective students, parents, employees, and the public, this page contains links to helpful information about the Culinary Institute of America as an institution of higher ...