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Lisa R. Kennon

Associate Professor

University of North Texas

Department of Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management

(940) 565-4257

Email: kennon@unt.edu

Education

  • PhD, Texas Woman's University, 1997
    Major: Nutrition
    Specialization: Institutional Administration
    Dissertation: Improving Senior Health Through Food Safety Education and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point
  • MS, University of North Texas, 1987
    Major: Home Economics
  • BS, University of North Texas, 1985
    Major: Vocational Home Economics Education
  • AS, Grayson County College, 1983
    Major: Home Economics

Professional Positions

    Academic - Post-Secondary

  • Associate Professor, University of North Texas. University of North Texas. (2022 - Present).
  • Associate Professor; Graduate Coordinator, HTM, University of North Texas. University of North Texas. (2017 - 2022).
  • Associate Professor; Chair, HTM, University of North Texas. University of North Texas. (2018 - 2019).
  • Associate Professor; Chair, HTM, University of North Texas. University of North Texas. (2016 - 2017).
  • Associate Professor; Graduate Coordinator, CMHT, University of North Texas. University of North Texas. (2007 - 2016).
  • Associate Professor, University of North Texas. University of North Texas. (2002 - 2007).
  • Assistant Professor, University of North Texas. University of North Texas. (1998 - 2002).
  • Instructor, University of North Texas. University of North Texas. (1996 - 1998).
  • Lecturer, University of North Texas. University of North Texas. (1990 - 1996).
  • Adjunct Instructor, University of North Texas. University of North Texas. (1987 - 1990).

Professional Memberships

  • Phi Kappa Phi. (1995 - Present).
  • Council on Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Education (CHRIE). (1991 - Present).
  • Alpha Chi. (1985 - Present).
  • Phi Upsilon Omicron National Honor Society (Phi U). (1984 - Present).
  • American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS). (1983 - Present).
  • Texas Association of Family of Consumer Sciences (TAFCS). (1983 - Present).
  • Phi Theta Kappa National Honor Fraternity. (1982 - Present).
  • Women's Foodservice Forum (WFF). (1998 - 2003).
  • American Dietetic Association (ADA). (1994 - 2002).
  • Longhorn Chapter of the Institute of Food Technologists (LIFT). (1994 - 2002).
  • North Texas Dietetic Association (NTDA). (1994 - 2002).
  • Texas Dietetic Association (TDA). (1994 - 2002).
  • Institute of Food Technologists (IFT). (1994 - 2001).

Development Activities

  • Seminar, Report Better Seminar - Navigating FIS, UNT CMHT. United States of America. (September 22, 2023 - September 22, 2023).
  • Seminar, Take Location-Based Attendance and Check Comprehension with iClicker, UNT DSI CLEAR. United States of America. (September 21, 2023 - September 21, 2023).
  • Seminar, 2023 State of the Restaurant Workforce, GuestXM. United States of America. (September 7, 2023 - September 7, 2023).
  • Seminar, What Inclusive Instructors Do: Creating Welcoming, Equitable Learning Environments, UNT DSI CLEAR. United States of America. (May 9, 2023 - May 9, 2023).
  • Workshop, Clearing Copyright Confusion, UNT DSI CLEAR. United States of America. (April 14, 2023 - April 14, 2023).
  • Seminar, Inclusive Online Teaching Faculty Panel, UNT DSI CLEAR. United States of America. (March 22, 2023 - March 22, 2023).
  • Workshop, Beyond the Mental Health Crisis in Higher Education: What We can Learn from Disabled Academics About Collective Care, UNT Faculty Success. United States of America. (March 1, 2023 - March 1, 2023).
  • Seminar, February Faculty Panel: Packback, UNT DSI CLEAR. United States of America. (February 17, 2023 - February 17, 2023).
  • Seminar, DSI CLEAR's: Teaching with Technology, UNT DSI CLEAR. United States of America. (October 26, 2022 - October 26, 2022).
  • Seminar, Autism Spectrum Differences, 2e Twice Exceptional and Dyslexia, UNT Neurodiversity Professional Network. United States of America. (October 25, 2022 - October 25, 2022).
  • Seminar, DSI CLEAR's: Center Student Inquiry & Reduce Grading Time with Backpack, UNT DSI CLEAR. United States of America. (May 9, 2022 - May 9, 2022).
  • Seminar, DSI CLEAR's Spring Series: How to Find FREE Images to Supplement Course Content, UNT DSI CLEAR. United States of America. (March 25, 2022 - March 25, 2022).
  • Conference Attendance, 2022 UNT Equity & Diversity Conference, University of North Texas. Denton,Texas,United States of America. (March 23, 2022 - March 23, 2022).
  • Conference Attendance, West Federation CHRIE Conference, I-CHRIE. United States of America. (February 2022 - February 2022).
  • Seminar, Teach Better CMHT Seminar, CMHT. United States of America. (February 18, 2022 - February 18, 2022).
  • Other (Webinar), Cultivating Students’ Global and Intercultural Mindset in Tourism and Hospitality Education, Indiana University. Bloomington,IN,United States of America. (April 16, 2021 - April 16, 2021).
  • Conference Attendance, 2021 UNT Equity & Diversity Conference, University of North Texas. Denton,Texas,United States of America. (March 23, 2021 - March 23, 2020).
  • Seminar, Teaching Better Seminar Series - Designing an Effective Online Class, University of North Texas. Denton,Texas,United States of America. (March 19, 2021 - March 19, 2021).
  • Seminar, Teaching Better Seminar Series: The Interactive Classroom., CMHT - Univ of North Texas. Denton,Texas,United States of America. (March 12, 2021 - March 12, 2021).
  • Other (Webinar), Crisis Management and Communication: Tips for Event Professionals, Indiana University. Indianapolis,Indiana ,United States of America. (March 10, 2021 - March 10, 2021).
  • Conference Attendance, West Federation CHRIE Conference, I-CHRIE. United States of America. (February 2021 - February 2021).
  • Other (Webinar), Making Project-Based Learning Work in an Online Curriculum: A Panel Discussion, Harvard Business Publishing. United States of America. (February 11, 2021 - February 11, 2021).
  • Other (Webinar), "How the Pandemic Made Me a Better Educator"., Harvard Business Publishing. United States of America. (February 3, 2021 - February 3, 2021).
  • Workshop, Responsible Conduct of Research workshop, University of North Texas. United States of America. (January 19, 2021 - January 19, 2021).
  • Other (Training), Anti-Bias and Cultural Awareness Program Speaker Series: Introduction to Inclusion in Higher Educational Settings, University of North Texas. Denton,Texas,United States of America. (November 6, 2020 - November 6, 2020).
  • Other (Webinar), The Future of In-Person Events: Safer Event Experiences, Cvent. United States of America. (October 20, 2020 - October 20, 2020).
  • Other (Webinar), The Future of In-Person Events: Safer Event Experiences, Cvent. United States of America. (October 20, 2020 - October 20, 2020).
  • Other (Non-credit course), COVID-19 Contact Tracing, John Hopkins University. United States of America. (June 1, 2020 - June 11, 2020).
  • Other (Webinar), Breaking the Chain of Disease Transmission in Restaurants, Food Safety Magazine. United States of America. (May 21, 2020 - May 21, 2020).
  • Other (Webinar), Introducing: The Texas Restaurant Survival Plan, Texas Restaurant Association. United States of America. (May 15, 2020 - May 15, 2020).
  • Other (Webinar), Preparing for the Rebound, SalesBoost. United States of America. (May 13, 2020 - May 13, 2020).
  • Other (Webinar), Managing the Virtual Experience, EventMB. United States of America. (April 30, 2020 - April 30, 2020).
  • Tutorial, Experiential Learning Materials, Harvard Business School Publishing. United States of America. (February 25, 2020 - February 25, 2020).
  • Workshop, Canvas CanDo Workshop, University of North Texas. Denton,TX,United States of America. (November 15, 2019 - November 15, 2019).
  • Other (Training), NIH - Protecting Human Research Participants, University of North Texas. Denton,Texas,United States of America. (April 16, 2018 - April 16, 2018).
  • Other (Training), Canvas LMS Training, UNT - CLEAR. United States of America. (February 16, 2018 - February 16, 2018).

Teaching

Teaching Experience

    University of North Texas

  • CMHT 5100 - Introduction to Research in Merchandising and Hospitality, 24 courses.
  • CMHT 5350 - Contemporary Issues and Trends in Merchandising and Hospitality Management, 8 courses.
  • HMGT 1420 - Food Sanitation, 17 courses.
  • HMGT 2860 - Management Foundations in the Hospitality Industry, 1 course.
  • HMGT 3600 - Management of Human Resources in the Hospitality Industry, 1 course.
  • HMGT 4600 - Technology and Innovation in Hospitality, Event and Tourism, 3 courses.
  • HMGT 4820 - Facilities Planning, Equipment, Layout and Design, 3 courses.
  • HMGT 5250 - Restaurant Development, 16 courses.
  • HMGT 5500 - Technology and Innovation in Hospitality, Event and Tourism, 1 course.
  • HMGT 5790 - Field Experience in Hospitality and Tourism, 14 courses.
  • HMGT 5820 - Facilities Planning, Equipment Layout and Design, 1 course.
  • HMGT 5920 - Problem in Lieu of Thesis, 18 courses.
  • HMGT 5950 - Master's Thesis, 1 course.
  • SMHM 1420 - Food Sanitation, 13 courses.
  • SMHM 3920 - Recent Developments in the Hospitality Industry, 12 courses.
  • SMHM 4500 - Internship in Merchandising and Hospitality Management, 4 courses.
  • SMHM 4820 - Facilities Planning, Equipment, Layout and Design, 16 courses.
  • SMHM 5100 - Introduction to Research in Merchandising and Hospitality, 1 course.
  • SMHM 5250 - Restaurant Development, 5 courses.
  • SMHM 5350 - Contemporary Issues and Trends in Merchandising and Hospitality Management, 4 courses.
  • SMHM 5790 - Field Experiences in Various Areas of Concentration, 3 courses.
  • SMHM 5800 - Seminar in Various Areas of Concentration, 1 course.
  • SMHM 5820 - Facilities Planning, Equipment Layout and Design, 6 courses.
  • SMHM 5900 - Special Problems in Various Areas of Concentration, 1 course.
  • SMHM 5950 - Master's Thesis, 2 courses.

Directed Student Learning

  • Other (Problem in Lieu of Thesis), "Success through Service Excellence: Combating the Negative Customer Service Stereotype of Black-owned Independent Restaurants," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (August 2023 - December 2023).
  • Other (Problem in Lieu of Thesis), "Containerized hydroponic production feasibility within the North Texas region," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (August 2023 - December 2023).
  • Other (Problem in Lieu of Thesis), "A study on employees' psychological resilience pre and post covid in hotel industry," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (August 2023 - December 2023).
  • Other (Problem of Lieu of Thesis), "Tourism in Saudi Arabia and its impact in growth of economy," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (January 2023 - May 2023).
  • Internship Advisor, "Revenue Mgmt. Intern at Denton Embassy Hotel and Convention Center," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (June 2022 - August 2022).
  • Internship Advisor, "Human Resources Intern at Marriott Champions Circle," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (June 2022 - August 2022).
  • Internship Advisor, "Rooms/Housekeeping Intern at Denton Embassy Convention Center," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (January 2022 - May 2022).
  • Other (Problem in Lieu of Thesis), "Mentorship in hotels: A guide to mentoring women from frontline workers to management.," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (August 2021 - December 2021).
  • Other (Problem in Lieu of Thesis), "GAMBLING IN THE UK AND HOW IT WAS AFFECTED DUE TO COVID-19 BEFORE (2019), AND AFTER (2021)," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (August 2021 - December 2021).
  • Other (Problem in Lieu of Thesis), "A Couple’s Sustainable Wedding Guide: Tips on How to Plan a Green Wedding," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (August 2021 - December 2021).
  • Other (Problem in Lieu of Thesis), "Elevating Hotel Restaurants to Fine Dining Establishments in Malawi," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (August 2021 - December 2021).
  • Master's Thesis Committee Member, "EXPLORING THE IMPACTS OF COVID-19 ON HOTEL BOOKING INTENTIONS: AN APPLICATION OF THE PROTECTION MOTIVATION THEORY," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (2020 - 2021).
  • Internship Advisor, "Event Intern at Brevard Music Center in Brevard, NC," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (June 2021 - August 2021).
  • Other (Problem in Lieu of Thesis), "The Important and application of marketing and events in animal practice businesses.," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (June 2021 - August 2021).
  • Internship Advisor, "Market Research and Vendor Relationship for PEGAFLY INC," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (August 2020 - December 2020).
  • Other (Problem in Lieu of Thesis), "Factors that influence community culture of support, engagement, and loyalty to a college towns local university.," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (August 2019 - May 2020).
  • Internship Advisor (Graduate Field Experience), "Event Planner at Lushra," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (August 2019 - December 2019).
  • Other (Problem in Lieu of Thesis), "Case Study: Implementing Information Logistics Strategy During Event Planning and Design," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (2019 - May 2019).
  • Other (Problem in Lieu of Thesis), "The Millennial Rollercoaster Effect of Turnover Rate in the Hospitality Industry," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (2019 - 2019).
  • Master's Thesis Committee Member, "The effects of reward types on customer loyalty in integrated resorts," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (2018 - 2019).
  • Other (Problem in Lieu of Thesis), "“Impact of Menu Labeling and Factors that Influence usage of menu labeling: Different Perception and Comparison between Gen X and Gen Y”," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (2018 - 2019).
  • Internship Advisor, "Disney Internship, Walt Disney World," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (June 2019 - August 2019).
  • Internship Advisor (Graduate Field Experience), "Big Brothers Big Sisters Special Events Internship," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (January 2019 - May 2019).
  • Other (Problem in Lieu of Thesis), "The Impact of the Servicescape Attributes of Convention Property on Selection a Site for Event Accommodation," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (2018 - May 2019).
  • Other (Problem in Lieu of Thesis), "Mega-Festivals and Sustainability Case Study," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (2018 - December 2018).
  • Other (Problem in Lieu of Thesis), "GEOCACHING AND NATURE TOURISM IN TWO TEXAS STATE PARKS," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (2018 - August 2018).
  • Other (Problem in Lieu of Thesis), "LEISURE VS. LEARNING: THE STUDY OF FAMILY AND PROMOTIONAL INFLUENCES IN THE DECISION MAKING OF FAMILY VACATIONS," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (2017 - 2018).
  • Internship Advisor, "Business Plan for Creation of Optional Family Recreational Space at Omni Hotel Dallas.," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (June 2018 - August 2018).
  • Internship Advisor (Graduate Field Experience), "Spectrum Reach/Charter Comm Event Planning Internship," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (January 2018 - May 2018).
  • Other (Problem in Lieu of Thesis), "“Breaking the Wall through Chains and Independents: A restaurant’s duty to the career progression of its Latino Workers.”," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (2017 - May 2018).
  • Other (Problem in Lieu of Thesis), "Understanding the Sommelier Effect in Full- Service US Restaurants," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (2017 - May 2018).
  • Other (Graduate Field Experience), "Walt Disney World Resorts," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (2017 - 2017).
  • Other (Graduate Field Experience), "Sheraton Dallas Hotel Internship," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (2017 - 2017).
  • Internship Advisor (Graduate Field Experience), "UNT Denton Human Resources Intern – recognition/event focus," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (January 2017 - May 2017).
  • Other (Problem in Lieu of Thesis), "Technology Advanced Travelers Impact Full Service Hotel Operations," Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (2016 - 2016).
  • Other (Visiting Scholar Mentor), Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (2009 - 2010).
  • Other (Visiting Scholar Mentor), Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (2004 - 2005).
  • Other (Visiting Scholar Mentor), Hospitality, Event and Tourism Management. (1999 - 2001).

Awards and Honors

  • Developing Scholars Award (Award is a stipend of $3000 for professional development), UNT Recognition. (2000).
  • Enhancing Funded Research. Award is Summer 2000 salary for one summer session, UNT Recognition. (2000).
  • Junior Faculty Summer Research Fellowship for $3500, UNT Fellowship. (1999).
  • Pioneer of Distributed Learning, UNT Center for Distributed Learning. (1999).
  • New Achiever National Award, American Association of Family & Consumer Sciences. (1998).
  • New Achiever State Award, Texas Association of Family & Consumer Sciences. (1998).
  • Outstanding Graduate Student Award, Texas Woman's University. (1997).
  • Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges, Texas Woman's University Graduate School. (1996).
  • Diamond Fellowship for $1000, Phi Upsilon Omicron. (1994).
  • Outstanding Young Woman of America, Nominated by UNT Faculty Peer. (1991).

Research

Published Intellectual Contributions

    Abstracts and Proceedings

  • Connors, P.L., Schuelke, W.C., Kennon, L.R. (2019). Date Labels on Milk Cartons: Do Young Adults Get it?. Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior. 51 (7S) S81.
  • Kennon, L.R., Brandon, L., Hawley, J. Crutsinger, C.. (2000). Assessment of Web-based Learning: Generating a Profile of Successful Distance Education Students.
  • Reynolds, J.R., Kennon, L.R. & Lee, S.Y.. (2000). Bed and Breakfasts: Marketing Strategies for Successful Results.
  • Kennon, L.R. & Reynolds, J.S.. (2000). Food Preparation and Handling Practices of Parents of Elementary School Children.
  • Kennon, L.R. and Bednar, C.. (2000). Food Safety Training for Volunteers Assisting with Home Delivered Meal Operations.
  • Reynolds, J.S., Kennon, L.R. & Kniatt, N.L.. (1999). From the golden arches to the golden pond:  Fast food and older adults.
  • Kennon, L.R. & Bednar, C.. (1999). Preparation and Consumption Practices of Elderly Consumers Regarding Food Safety at Home.
  • Kennon, L.R. & Bednar, C.. (1999). Ready, Set, Action: Producing an Educational Video Product.
  • Kennon, L.R., Bednar, C. Czajka-Narins, D. & Blevins, D.. (1998). A HACCP Model for Home Delivered Meal Systems.
  • Kennon, L.R. & Reynolds, J.S.. (1993). Employee Imaging:  An Analysis of First Impressions of Foodservice Employee Professionalism.
  • Reynolds, J.S., Kennon, L.R.. (1992). So Many Journals... So Little Time:  A Concise Guide for Hospitality Educators.
  • Kennon, L.R., Reynolds, J.S.. (1992). The New Food Gatekeeper:  The Influence of Children on the Family's Selection of a Restaurant.
  • Reynolds, J.S., Kennon, L.R., Whitaker, J.T., & Vlisides, D.. (1991). Developing A Successful Food and Beverage Model.

    • Book Chapter

  • Kennon, L.R. (1998). From the golden pond to golden arches: Fast foods and older adultsin Cummings, P.R., Kwansa, F.A. & Sussman, M.B. (Eds.) The Role of the Hospitality Industry in the Lives of Individuals and Families.

    • Book Review

  • Kennon, L.R.. (2001). Pilaf, Pozole, and Pad Thai �" American Women and Ethnic Food.

    • Journal Article

  • Siri, R., Kennon, L.R., Josiam, B.M., Spears, D.L. (2012). Exploring Indian tourists’ motivation and perception of Bangkok. Tourismos: An International Multidisciplinary Journal of Tourism. 7 (1) 61–79.
  • Siri, R., Kennon, L., Josiam, B.M., & Spears, D. L.. (2012). Indian tourists' satisfaction of Bangkok.. Journal of Services Research. 12 (1) 25-42.
  • Josiam, B.M., Huang, T.Y., Bahulkar, G., Spears, D.L., & Kennon, L.. (2012). Segmenting Taiwanese Travelers on Cruises in North America: Comparing Involvement and Cluster Approach.
  • Josiam, B.M., Huang, T., Bahulkar, G.A., Spears, D.L., Kennon, L.R. (2012). Segmenting Taiwanese Travelers on Cruises in North America: Comparing the Involvement and Cluster Approach: 探讨台湾旅客参加北美邮轮旅游的细分市场： 比较涉入程度及群集分析的观点. Journal of China Tourism Research. 8 (1) 78–96. Taylor & Francis Group.
  • Josiam, B.M., Huang, T., Spears, D.L., Kennon, L.R., Bahulkar, G.A. (2009). Understanding Ethnic Chinese Travelers on North American Cruise Tours: Motivations, Perceptions, and Satisfaction of Cruisers. Journal of China Tourism Research. 5 (1) 77-101. Informa UK Limited. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/19388160802711428
  • Kwon, J., Wilson, A., Bednar, C., & Kennon, L.. (2008). Food Safety Knowledge and Behaviors of Women, Infant, and Children (WIC) Program Participants in the United States.
  • Bednar, CM, Kwon, H, & Kennon, L.R.. (2007). Assessment of Food Safety Education Needs of Low Income Families.
  • Kennon, L.R. & Bednar, C.. (2005). An Analysis of Food Safety in the Distribution System of Home Delivered Meals in Texas.
  • Reynolds, J.S., Kennon, L.R. & Filler, E.J.. (2003). Bed and Breakfast and Restaurant Strategic Alliances:  Increasing Revenue While Alleviating Innkeeper Burnout.
  • Lee, S.Y., Reynolds, J.S. & Kennon, L.R.. (2003). Bed and Breakfast Industries:  Successful Marketing Strategies.
  • Joo, N. & Kennon, L.R.. (2002). A Survey of American and Canadian's Food Purchasing Practices and Perception of Restaurant Patronage.
  • Kennon, L.R. & Reynolds, J.S.. (2001). A Study of Factors Influencing Parental Patronage of Quick Service Restaurants.
  • Reynolds, J.S., Lee, S.Y, & Kennon, L.R.. (2001). An investigation of amenities in Texas bed and breakfasts.
  • Kennon, L.R. & Bednar, C.. (2001). Food safety training for volunteers assisting with home delivered meal operations in Texas.
  • Joo, N. & Kennon, L. R.. (2001). Patronage of quick-service restaurants by older South Koreans.
  • Joo, N. Kennon, L. Sim, Y, Lee, K. Jeong, H., Park, S. & Chun, J.. (2001). The perception and preference of Americans residing in Korea for Korean traditional food.
  • Kennon, L.R. & Reynolds, J.S.. (2000). Food preparation and handling practices of elementary school children.
  • Kennon, L.R., Bednar, C., Czajka-Narins, D.M., & Blevins, D.A.. (1998). A HACCP model for home delivered meal systems.
  • Reynolds, J.S. & Kennon, L.R.. (1998). From the golden pond to golden arches: Fast foods and older adults.
  • Kennon, L.R. & Bednar, C.. (1998). Improving Senior Health Through Food Safety Education.  A Five-Year Retrospective of the Massachusetts Avenue Building Assets Fund Grants Program 1992-1996.
  • Reynolds, J.S. & Kennon, L.R., Palakurthi, R.R.. (1998). Parents' perceptions of fast food consumption by children.  A Five-Year Retrospective of the Massachusetts Avenue Building Assets Fund Grants Program 1992-1996.
  • Reynolds, J.S. & Kennon, L.R.. (1995). Foodservice uniforms: Do they perpetuate the pigmalion effect?.
  • Reynolds, J.S. & Kennon, L.R., Palakurthi, R.R.. (1995). Parents' perceptions of fast food consumption by children.
  • Kennon, L.R. & Reynolds, J.S.. (1994). Foodservice industry uniforms: The influence on perceptions of social class (Cited as reference in: Nelson, K. & Bowen, J. (2000) The effect of employee uniforms on employee satisfaction. Cornell Hotel and Restaurant Administration Quarterly. (41)2, 86-95.).
  • Reynolds, J.S. & Kennon, L.R.. (1993). Developing written communication and management skills in hospitality students:  A case for the use of student course journals.
  • Reynolds, J.S. & Kennon, L.R.. (1993). The new food gatekeeper:  The influence of children on the family's selection of a restaurant.

Presentations Given

  • Kennon, L.R. The Mission Statement to the Menu: How to Assess the Sustainability Claims of a Restaurant, (2009 - 2009).
  • Siri, R. & Kennon, L.R. Knowledge and Intention in Sustainability and Green Practices of Hoteliers: A Case Study of South Padre Island, (2008 - 2008).
  • Kennon, L.R. Food Safety Educational Curriculum for WIC Clients, (2006 - 2006).
  • Reynolds, J.S., Spielman, D, & Kennon, L.R. Evaluating Real Estate Investment Trusts (REIT's) as an Exit Strategy for Bed and Breakfast/Inn Owners, (2004 - 2004).
  • Bednar, C.M., Kwon, J., Baker, M. & Kennon, L.R. Survey of food safety education needs for low-income consumers, (2003 - 2003).
  • Hutson, J.K., Bednar, C.M., Kwon, J. & Kennon, L.R. Effectiveness of serving temperature and packaging on temperature retention of hot and cold foods included in take-out meals, (2003 - 2003).
  • Kennon, L.R., Zhang, J., Getty, B. and Getty, J. Profile of Chinese Urban Consumers' Demographics Regarding Health and Perceptions of U.S. Fast Food, (2003 - 2003).
  • Kennon, L.R., Zhang, J., Getty, B. and Getty, J. The impact of U.S. quick service restaurants on the patronage of Chinese urban consumers, (2003 - 2003).
  • Reynolds, J.S., Kennon, L.R. & Filler, E.J. Operating a B&B is tougher than it looks: Restaurant operations and the effects on bed and breakfast owner burnout, (2003 - 2003).
  • Kennon, L.R. & Joo, N. A comparison of HACCP usage reported by managers of international multiunit chain, national chain and independently owned restaurants in Seoul, South Korea, (2002 - 2002).
  • Kwon, J., Bednar, C. & Kennon, L. Food Safety Education Needs of WIC Participants, (2002 - 2002).
  • Connors, P., Kennon, L.R, Whitehead, T. & Simpson, D. Use of the Stages of Change Model to Assess Readiness of School Foodservice Menu-writers to Incorporate HACCP and DGA, (2001 - 2001).
  • Connors, P., Kennon, L.R., Simons, C. & Balabuck, P. Leadership: A Key to Preventing Food Borne Illness in Schools, (2001 - 2001).
  • Kennon, L.R. "Dialogue with Present and Past TAFCS/AAFCS Award Winners", (2001 - 2001).
  • Kennon, L.R. & Reynolds, J.S. Perceived Student Satisfaction Level with Distributed Learning Format of Hospitality and Nutrition Courses, (2001 - 2001).
  • Kennon, L.R., & Joo, N. An Assessment of Food Safety Knowledge and Usage of the HACCP System by Restaurant Managers in Seoul, South Korea, (2001 - 2001).
  • Reynolds, J.S. , Kennon, L.R., & Speilman, D. Prediciting the Exit Horizon for Bed and Breakfast Owners, (2001 - 2001).
  • Reynolds, J.S., Lee, S.Y, & Kennon, L.R. An Investigation of Amenities in Texas Bed and Breakfasts, (2001 - 2001).
  • Kennon, L.R. & Bednar, C. Guaranteed Safe Delivery? Food Safety Training Methods Utilized by Home Delivery Meal Operations, (2000 - 2000).
  • Kennon, L.R. & Bednar, C. Temperature and Packaging Procedures Used in Home Delivered Meal Operations, (2000 - 2000).
  • Reynolds, J.R. and Kennon, L.R. Families on the Run: Attitudes Toward Home Meal Replacement from QSR, (2000 - 2000).
  • Reynolds, J.R., Spielman, D. & Kennon, L.R. Help, I Want Out!: Using a REIT as an Exit Strategy for Bed and Breakfast Owners, (2000 - 2000).
  • Kennon, L.R. & Bednar, C. Assessment of Knowledge of Employees and Managers of Nursing Homes Regarding Safety and HACCP Principles and Practices, (1999 - 1999).
  • Reynolds, J.S., Clay, J.M., Dickenson, J.W., Emenheiser, D.A., Getty, J.M., Kennon, L.R., Palakurthi, R., Kniatt, N. & Tas, R.F., (1998 - 1998).
  • Kennon, L.R. & Reynolds, J.S. When the Winnebago Pulls In: Fast Food and the Mature Traveler, (1997 - 1997).
  • Kennon, L.R. Food Safety and the Elderly: Implications of Long-term Care Facilities and Home Delivered Meals, (1997 - 1997).
  • Kennon, L.R. Improving Senior Health Through Food Safety Education, (1997 - 1997).
  • Kennon, L.R., Bednar, C.M., Narins, D. & Alford, B. Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point Practices and Food Safety Education of Foodservice Personnel at Long-term Care Facilities, (1997 - 1997).
  • Kennon, L.R. & Reynolds, J.S. Fast Food Patronage by Mature Adults, (1996 - 1996).
  • Reynolds, J.S. & Kennon, J.S. On the Road Again: Mature Adult Travel and Fast Food Patronage, (1996 - 1996).
  • Bednar, C. M., Yoon, H.R., Kennon, L.R. & Duff, D. Case Study: Improvement of Productivity in a Hospital Trayline Operation, (1995 - 1995).
  • Reynolds, J.S. & Kennon, L.R. From Golden Pond to Golden Arches: The Impact of Fast Food on Mature Adults, (1995 - 1995).
  • Reynolds, J.S. & Kennon, L.R. High Tech, High Touch: Innovative Computer Use in the Food Service Industry, (1995 - 1995).
  • Kennon, L.R. & Reynolds, J.S. AIDS in Foodservice: Old Fears, New Realities, (1994 - 1994).
  • Reynolds, J.S. & Kennon, L.R. The Impact of Fast Food on Children, (1994 - 1994).
  • Reynolds, J.S. & Kennon, L.R. Too Many Cooks in the Kitchen? Not When One of the Cooks is a Guest Chef!, (1994 - 1994).
  • Reynolds, J.S. & Kennon, L.R. What's "N" in Nutrition Education: The "Diversity Quotient" and the "Mactrition Measure", (1994 - 1994).
  • Kennon, L.R. & Reynolds, J.S. Family Dining Practices and Restaurant Selection: A Comparative Analysis, (1993 - 1993).
  • Reynolds, J.S. & Kennon, L.R. The New Food Gatekeepers: An Analysis of the Influence of Children on Family Dining Practices and Restaurant Selection, (1993 - 1993).

    • Invited Talk

  • Kennon, L.R. (Presenter), KEY SPEAKER IN THE INTERNATIONAL WEBINAR SERIES AT GATE-MEMBER OF EHL CERTIFIED SCHOOL’S NETWORK, How pandemic has pushed the food service industry to improve their food safety practices, GATE - Global Academy of Tourism and Hospitality Education, Nepal, Nepal. (2022 - 2023).

    • Oral Presentation

  • Hernandez Calderon, A. (Author & Presenter), Leung, X. (Author), Kim, J. (Author), Kennon, L.R. (Author), 2021 West Federation CHRIE Conference, Exploring the impacts of COVID-19 on hotel booking intentions: An application of the Protection Motivation Theory, Virtual, United States of America. (2021 - 2021).
  • Schuelke, W. (Author), Leung, X.Y. (Author & Presenter), Kennon, L.R. (Author), Connors, P.L. (Author), 2019 APacCHRIE & EuroCHRIE Joint Conference, Geocaching and nature tourism in state parks, Hong Kong, China. (2019 - 2019).
  • Connors, P.L. (Author), Kennon, L.R. (Author & Presenter), American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences 105th Annual Conference & Expo, Taking it to the Streets: An Entrepreneurial and Experiential Learning Project, American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences, St. Louis MO, United States of America. (2014).
  • Kennon, L.R. (Author & Presenter), Connors, P.L. (Author), American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences 105th Annual Conference & Expo, The Impact of Visual and Video Social Media on Consumer Captured Food Safety Failures in Commercial Restaurants, American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences, St. Louis MO, United States of America. (2014).
  • Connors, P.L. (Author), Kennon, L.R. (Author & Presenter), Marianna, S. (Author), Annual ICHRIE Summer Conference, Food Choice and Attitude Toward Sustainable Food Production Practices Among College Students, ICHRIE, St. Louis MO, United States of America. (2013).
  • Siri, R. (Author & Presenter), Kennon, L.R. (Author & Presenter), Josiam, B.M. (Author & Presenter), Spears, D.L. (Author & Presenter), The 9th Asia-Pacific Council on Hotel, Restaurant, & Institutional Education Conference., Understanding Indian Tourists in Thailand: Motivations, Perceptions and Satisfaction with Bangkok., Hong Kong, SAR, China, China. (2011 - 2011).
  • Huang, T. (Author & Presenter), Josiam, B.M. (Author & Presenter), Spears, D.L. (Author & Presenter), Kennon, L.R. (Author & Presenter), Bahulkar, G. (Author & Presenter), The 27th Annual Conference of the European Council on Hotel, Restaurant, & Institutional Education, “Segmenting Taiwanese Travelers on Cruises in North America: Comparing Involvement and Cluster Approach.”, Helsinki, Finland, Finland. (2009 - 2009).
  • Huang, T. (Author & Presenter), Josiam, B.M. (Author & Presenter), Spears, D.L. (Author & Presenter), Kennon, L.R. (Author & Presenter), Bahulkar, G. (Author & Presenter), The 5th China Tourism Forum, Understanding Ethnic Chinese Travelers on North American Cruise Tours: Motivations, Perceptions, and Satisfaction of Cruisers, Huang Shan, China, China. (2008 - 2008).
  • Getty, R. (Author), Kennon, L.R. (Author & Presenter), Zhang, J. (Author), Getty, J. (Author), 2003 Annual Conference, Profiling Chinese Urban Consumers' Health and their Knowledge about U.S. Fast Food Nutrients., Council on Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Education, Palm Springs, California, United States of America. (2003).
  • Getty, R. (Author), Kennon, L.R. (Author & Presenter), Zhang, J, J. (Author), Getty, J. (Author), 2003 Annual Conference, The Impact of U.S. Quick Service on the Patronage of Chinese Urban Consumers., Council on Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Education, Palm Springs, California, United States of America. (2003).

    • Paper

  • Karam, M. (Author), Pookulangara, S.A. (Author), Yang, K. (Author), Kennon, L.R. (Author), Facebook brand page: An exploratory study of Facebook brand page attributes and their influence on purchase intentions, Romania. (2014 - 2014).

    • Poster

  • Connors, P.L. (Author & Presenter), Schuelke, W.C. (Author), Kennon, L.R. (Author), Nutrition Education: Rooted in Food, Date Labels on Milk Cartons: Do Young Adults “Get It?”, Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior, Orlando FL, United States of America. (2019 - 2019).
  • Connors, P.L. (Author & Presenter), Carolyn, B. (Author), Kennon, L.R. (Author), Davenport, B.A. (Author), Sandifer, K. (Author), Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics Conference & Expo (FNCE), An Infographic Communicates Food Choices and Waste in Texas Middle Schools, Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics, Houston TX, United States of America. (2013).
  • Siri, R. (Author & Presenter), Kennon, L.R. (Author & Presenter), Josiam, B.M. (Author & Presenter), Spears, D.L. (Author & Presenter), The Annual Conference of the International Society of Travel & Tourism Educators, "Satisfaction of Indian Tourists with Bangkok Area Hotels", San Antonio, TX, United States of America. (2009 - 2009).
  • Kennon, L.R. (Author), Brandon, B.L. (Author), Hawley, J. (Author), Crutsinger, C.A. (Author), 2000 American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences, Assessment of web-based learning: Generating a profile of successful distance education students, American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences, Chicago, IL, United States of America. (2000).

Contracts, Grants, Sponsored Research

    Grant - Research

  • Connors, P.L. (Principal), Kennon, L.R. (Co-Principal), Davenport, B.A. (Co-Principal), "Testing a Food Choice Innovation for Middle School Cafeterias," sponsored by USDA Economic Research Service, Federal, $29592.96 Funded. (2010 - 2012).
  • Connors, P.L. (Principal), Gibson, M.R. (Co-Principal), Kennon, L.R. (Co-Principal), "Collaborative Design of a Food Choice Innovation for Middle School," sponsored by Honors College, University of North Texas, University of North Texas, $8000 Funded. (2010 - 2011).
  • Connors, P.L. (Principal), Kennon, L.R., "Meeting State Standards for Food Served in Juvenile Detention Facilities," sponsored by Research Services, University of North Texas, University of North Texas, $3935 Funded. (2005 - 2006).
  • Kennon, L.R. (Other), "Development of a Consumer Food Safety Education Program for WIC Participants," sponsored by USDA NRI Competitive Grant, Federal, $131054 Funded. (2001 - 2003).
  • Kennon, L.R. (Other), "La Concina De Los Ninos: The Kitchen of the Children," sponsored by UNT Faculty Grant, University of North Texas, $2500 Funded. (1996 - 1996).
  • Kennon, L.R. (Other), "Nursing Home Directors and Employees Food Safety and HACCP Knowledge," sponsored by TWU - NFS Dept., Other, $1300 Funded. (1996 - 1996).
  • Kennon, L.R. (Other), "Mactrition: The Impact of Fast Foods on Children," sponsored by American Association of Family & Consumer Sciences, Private, $5000 Funded. (1993 - 1993).
  • Connors, P.L. (Principal), Kennon, L.R. (Co-Principal), Davenport, B.A. (Co-Principal), "Testing a Food Choice Innovation for Middle School Cafeterias," sponsored by USDA Economic Research Service, Federal, Funded. (2010 - 2012).

    • Grant - Teaching

  • Kennon, L.R. (Other), "Distributed Learning (WebCT) Hospitality Mgmt Dept. SMHM 5250 Restaurant Development," sponsored by UNT Teaching with Technology Grants, University of North Texas, $28000 Funded. (2000 - 2000).

Service

University Service

  • Chairperson, HETM Open Rank Faculty Search Committee. (December 2023 - Present).
  • Committee Member, CMHT Scholarship Committee. (August 2022 - Present).
  • Committee Member, CMHT Undergraduate Committee. (August 2022 - Present).
  • Co-Chair, HETM Department Chair Review Committee. (November 2023 - January 2024).
  • Member, Event Design Planning Certification Committee. (August 2023 - December 2023).
  • Committee Member, HETM Travel Budget Committee. (August 2023 - December 2023).
  • Discussant, Report Better - Service Faculty Panel. (October 2023 - October 2023).
  • Chairperson, HETM Assistant Faculty Search Committee - Special Search. (May 2023 - June 2023).
  • Committee Member, CMHT/DSI Marketing Committee. (April 2020 - September 2022).
  • Member, CMHT Graduate Committee. (September 2019 - September 2022).
  • Attendee, Meeting, Graduate Advisor Monthly Meeting. (2017 - September 2022).
  • Other, HTM Graduate Coordinator. (2017 - September 2022).
  • Committee Member, ACPHA Accreditation Committee. (August 2021 - May 2022).
  • Co-Chair, CMHT Personnel Affairs Committee (PAC). (August 2021 - May 2022).
  • Committee Member, Ad-hoc Committee on CMHT PAC and PAC P&T Policy. (June 2021 - August 2021).
  • Chairperson, HTM Tenure Track Search Committee - Event Management. (January 2021 - June 2021).
  • Member, CMHT Personnel Affairs Committee (PAC). (2019 - 2020).
  • Committee Member, CMHT Administration Council. (2007 - 2019).
  • Committee Member, CMHT Dean Search Committee. (August 2017 - 2018).
  • Committee Member, CMHT Personnel Affairs Committee (PAC). (2017 - 2018).
  • Committee Member, HTM Student Engagement Committee. (2017 - 2018).
  • Attendee, Meeting (Represent CMHT Dean council), UNT Graduate Council. (2007 - 2017).
  • Other (Administrative appointment by Dean), CMHT Graduate Coordinator. (2007 - 2016).
  • Committee Member, HTM Chair Search Committee. (August 2015 - September 2016).
  • Committee Member, HTM Assistant Professor of Practice Search Committee. (June 2016 - August 2016).
  • Committee Chair, HTM Assistant Professor Search Committee - Beverage/Facilities. (February 2016 - June 2016).
  • Committee Member, HTM Assistant Professor Search Committee - IT/Analytics. (February 2016 - June 2016).
  • Committee Member, HTM Assistant Professor Search Committee - Rev Mgmt. (February 2016 - June 2016).
  • Committee Member, HTM Assistant Professor Search Committee -Sustainable Tourism. (February 2016 - June 2016).
  • Committee Member, CMHT Personnel Affairs Committee (PAC). (2014 - 2015).
  • Committee Member, HTM Lecturer - Dining/Restaurant Operations. (August 2014 - May 2015).
  • Committee Chair, CMHT Graduate Committee. (2007 - 2013).
  • Committee Member, CMHT Personnel Affairs Committee (PAC). (2011 - 2012).
  • Committee Member, Hospitality Management Faculty Search Committee. (2011 - 2011).
  • Committee Member, President's Award and Special Recognition Award Selection Committee. (2007 - 2011).
  • Committee Member, SMHM Personnel Affairs Committee (PAC). (2009 - 2010).
  • Committee Member, Internship Committee. (2008 - 2009).
  • Committee Member, UNT Mentorship Committee. (2008 - 2009).
  • Committee Member, Traditions Committee. (2008).
  • Committee Member, COE Deans Search Committee. (2007 - 2008).
  • Committee Member, Faculty Research Committee. (2005 - 2008).
  • Other (UNT Resource Mentor), (2002 - 2008).
  • Other (Member representing the School of Merchandising & Hospitality Management.), Diversity Advisory Representative. (1996 - 2008).
  • Other (Chair: 2006- 2007, 1997- 2001, 1994-95; Member: 2001-2007), Scholarship Committee. (1993 - 2007).
  • Committee Member, ACPHA Re-accreditation Committee. (2004 - 2005).
  • Committee Member, SLIS Dean Search Committee. (2004 - 2005).
  • Committee Member, University Curriculum Committee. (2002 - 2005).
  • Committee Member, Graduate Committee. (2003).
  • Committee Chair, Undergraduate Committee. (2001 - 2002).
  • Other (DAR rep), University Search Committee for SMHM Dean. (2001 - 2001).
  • Committee Member, Marketing Committee. (2000 - 2001).
  • Other (Member & DAR rep), SMHM Search Committee for Hospitality Assistant Prof.. (2000 - 2001).
  • Other (Chair & DAR rep), SMHM Search Committee for Hospitality Chair. (2000 - 2001).
  • Other (Member & DAR rep), SMHM Search Committee for Merchandising Associate Prof.. (2000 - 2001).
  • Committee Member, Executive Committee. (1998 - 2001).
  • Committee Member, Technology Committee. (1998 - 2001).
  • Committee Member, Peer Review Research Proposal Committee. (2000 - 2000).
  • Committee Member, SMHM Search Committee for Merchandising Assist. Prof.. (1999 - 2000).
  • Committee Member, SMHM Search Committee for Merchandising Assist. Prof.. (1999 - 2000).
  • Committee Member, ACPHA Re-accreditation Committee. (1997 - 1998).
  • Committee Member, ACPHA Re-accreditation Committee. (1997 - 1998).
  • Committee Member, Newsletter Committee. (1997 - 1998).
  • Other (Chair: 1995-96, 1996 - 97), Special Events Committee. (1997).
  • Committee Member, Advisory Council for Continuing Education. (1996 - 1997).
  • Faculty Advisor, Phi Upsilon Omicron Honor Society. (1991 - 1994).
  • Committee Member, Ad-hoc Committee for Proposed Minor in HRM. (1993 - 1993).
  • Committee Member, Undergraduate Committee. (1992 - 1993).
  • Committee Member, ACPHA Accreditation Committee. (1990 - 1991).

Professional Service

  • Board of Advisors, Denton ISD ATC Hospitality and Culinary Advisory Committee. Denton, Texas. (2013 - Present).
  • Reviewer, Journal Article, Family and Consumer Sciences Research Journal, AAFCS. (2007 - Present).
  • Reviewer, Conference Paper, Council of Hotel Restaurant & Institutional Educators. (2002 - Present).
  • Reviewer, Journal Article, Journal of Family & Consumer Sciences, AAFCS. (2000 - Present).
  • Reviewer, Journal Article, International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management. (2021 - 2021).
  • Reviewer, Journal Article, Journal of Culinary Science & Technology. (2018 - 2018).
  • Other (Counselor), Texas Association of Family and Consumer Sciences. (2009 - 2010).
  • Officer, President/Elect/Past, Texas Association of Family and Consumer Sciences. (2008 - 2009).
  • Officer, President/Elect/Past, Texas Association of Family and Consumer Sciences. (2007 - 2008).
  • Officer, Vice President, Texas Association of Family and Consumer Sciences. (2005 - 2007).
  • Officer, Secretary, Texas Association of Family and Consumer Sciences. (2002 - 2003).
  • Board of Directors, Texas Association of Family and Consumer Sciences. (2001 - 2002).
  • Other (TAFCS Liaison), TDA and ADA. (2000 - 2002).
  • Committee Chair (Division of Nutrition, Health and Food Management), Texas Association of Family and Consumer Sciences. (2000 - 2002).
  • Committee Member, Awards Committee. (2000 - 2001).
  • Other (Juror), Awards Committee, New Achievers Award. (1999 - 1999).
  • Other (Secretary/Treasurer), Northeast District. (1998 - 1998).
  • Other (Moderator), Oral Presentation at annual meeting. (1998 - 1998).
  • Officer, Secretary, Division of Nutrition, Health and Food Management. (1997 - 1998).