With yet another year behind us it is exciting and encouraging to see that so much has been accomplished at Stenden South Africa. We have seen the name change of EISS International to Stenden South Africa and the opening of Recess which is a tuck shop that that sells anything from toasted sandwiches to chips and cold drinks. This has brought tremendous exposure not only to Stenden but also Port Alfred. The name change has also resulted in a new fresher looking website which should be up and running in the next few days. Of course, what is most exciting about this year is the noticeable increase in student numbers which is a result of the dedication and enthusiasm of both our academic, marketing and support staff.

When one trains students to manage five star hotels, all tangibles and intangibles should reflect this aim. This will be our main focus for the new year and the years to come; excellence in all we do. As such, many staff members at Stenden South Africa are currently involved in further studies and research to ensure that we remain at the cutting edge of our field. Also, we are constantly growing and strengthening our network with leading hotels in the industry to ensure the best placement opportunities for our students.