Student Volunteer/Participant Information

Student Participation Information

(Non-Graduating Students)

The Big Dish is on April 23, 2026

(If you have any questions, please email BigDishSeniors@osu.edu)

We are excited to have you assist in executing The Big Dish. This event would not be possible without your help! At the event, you will assist with the following; serving, registration and set up/tear down.

Dress code for volunteers: Pressed white long-sleeve button-up shirt (no ruffles & able to button to top), black dress pants, black socks, black dress shoes. You will be provided with a tie/scarf and vest for the event. (A white shirt can be provided upon request in the form below)

Orientation: In order for best execution of The Big Dish, we ask you participate in one of the information sessions/orientations. Dates and times outlined in the form.

Transportation: Transportation will be provided to and from campus. Please indicate if you will need transportation in the form below.

If you have questions, please email bigdishparticipants@osu.edu.

2026 The Big Dish Student Participants Information

2026 The Big Dish Student Participants Information

If you have any questions, please email BigDishParticipants@osu.edu.
Please provide the following information:

Name *

First

Name *

Last

OSU Email *

Lastname.#@osu.edu

Phone Number *

Year *

Freshman

Sophomore

Junior

Senior (Graduating in 2026)

Non-Graduating Seniors

Non-graduating seniors will be participating/volunteering, graduating seniors will be attending the event.

Major *

Hospitality Management (Undergraduate Student)

Hospitality Management (Graduate Student)

Fashion and Retail Studies

Dietetics

Business (FCOB)

Arts and Science Programs

OtherOther

Minor (if applicable)

Hospitality Management (Undergraduate Student)

Hospitality Management (Graduate Student)

Fashion and Retail Studies

Dietetics

Arts and Science Programs

OtherOther

Please list any hospitality-related experience you have below: *

Ex: Food Service, Kitchen, Banquets, Event Planning, Front Desk, etc.

Why are you participating in Big Dish? (select all that apply) *

Gain experience

Class credit

Networking

Sounds fun

OtherOther

Please select the MANDATORY information session/orientation that you can attend before The Big Dish event? (select all that apply) *

TBD DATE

I cannot make the above dates

By selecting the date above, you agree that you will attend. More information will be provided.

Are you interested in a "How to Network" workshop to prepare for the event?

Yes

No

By selecting the box below, you agree to volunteer for The Big Dish on April 23 from 3:00pm-9:00pm. *

I agree

A free meal will be provided as well as the opportunity to network with business professionals to get your name out there!

Do you need transportation to the off-campus event site? *

Yes

No

Attire:

Do you need a white long sleeved button down provided for you? *

Yes, I would like a button down shirt provided

No, I have a white, long sleeved button down shirt that I can wear

Request for button-down shirts must be submitted before March 30

Shirt Size * Extra SmallSmallMediumLargeXL2X3XL3X

Vest Size * Extra SmallSmallMediumLargeXL2X3XL3X

Volunteers dress code: Black pants, black socks, black dress shoes, pressed white button up long sleeve dress shirt (no ruffles & buttons to the top), tie.

Do you prefer a tie or a scarf accent for the uniform? *

Tie

Scarf Accent

Please list dietary restrictions:

Information will be used for participant meal.

Student Spotlight: Are you interested in a student spotlight at the event or on social media? (Name, Picture, and Information Provided will be shown to all attendees at event or on program social media) *

Yes

No

Student Showcase

Fill out the following information for use at The Big Dish or social media to showcase you (our students).

Do we have your permission to use this information to promote the Hospitality Management program on social media?

Yes

No

Name *

Hometown

Favorite OSU Memory

Current Job / Internship

Hospitality Field of Interest

Professional Headshot Upload *

Drop a file here or click to upload Choose File

Maximum file size: 52.22MB

Do we have your permission to give our student event planners your information? Please note: If this is part of a course requirement, you will be responsible for the information they are conveying even if you select no. *

Yes

No

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