An introduction to Retailing and Tourism Management (i.e., RTM). The course will be taken by first semester freshman in either the Merchandising, Apparel and Textiles or Hospitality Management and Tourism program in the Department of Retailing and Tourism Management. The course will consist of informal lectures and interactive discussions led by RTM faculty and staff. The course will also orient students to the educational, research, and career opportunities in RTM-related fields and assist them in developing a focus for their individualized degree programs.