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Below you will find some of the questions people looking to apply tend to ask. Hopefully these questions and answers will help you when deciding to apply to MSC Hospitality.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How long has MSC Hospitality been an organization?
A: MSC Hospitality was established in 1970 and has a distinct history of service. What was once a hosting committee that served Texas A&M’s distinguished guests is now the “Official Host Committee of Texas A&M University.”
Q: When does MSC Hospitality accept new members?
A: We accept new members at the beginning of each fall and spring semester. Applications are available at MSC Open House (first Sunday of each semester) and online. MSC Open House will be Sunday, September 6th, 2009. Fall 2009 SEMESTER – Applications will be due Friday, September 11th by 5:00 pm.
Q: How does the application process work?
A: All applicants complete a cover sheet and a series of questions relating to service and MSC Hospitality. These applications are reviewed and a certain number of interviews are given. Upon the completion of these interviews, top applicants are accepted for membership.
Q: How much are dues?
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Q: Is retreat mandatory?
A: YES. Attending retreat is required for all returning inactive members and all new members.
Q: What are points? How many are required each semester?
A: Points keep Hospitables accountable for their involvement in the committee and their commitment to service. For every hour of service completed, members receive 5 service points. Other points are awarded for various activities such as bringing in supplies, dressing up for meetings and aiding the committee in non-service capacaties. 160 points are required each semester. 85 of these points must be service points (the remaining 75 can be other or service).
Q: What happens if you do not make points?
A: If you do NOT reach the required amount of points, you are no longer in the committee for the following semester. You may reapply if you choose! |