"A Salute to Retail" — the Fifth Merchandising Star Awards Luncheon — is set for Wednesday, October 16 at River Oaks Country Club. This biannual event raises funds for the college's Retailing and Consumer Sciences program, supporting operating and endowed funds that provide crucial support in many areas, including student scholarships.
Honorees for this year's event are:
- Silver Eagle Distributors
- Tootsies
- CultureMap
Luncheon chair is Soraya McClelland and honorary chair is Dancie Perugini Ware, who chaired the 2011 event. Tables begin at $2,500 and include the option for guests to host current UH retailing students.