Marriott Opens Hotel School for People With Disabilities

Courtyard Muncie at Horizon Convention Center - Muncie, Indiana USA opened December 22nd

At least 20 percent of workers at the 150-room Courtyard by Marriott built in Muncie, Ind. will be individuals with developmental and other types of disabilities, project organizers with The Arc of Indiana said. These employees will be working in all types of positions, including management.

In addition, the hotel will offer postsecondary educational opportunities for individuals to learn about the hospitality and food service industries and will serve as a training ground for human resources professionals to better understand how to hire people with special needs.

Full story