TUSCALOOSA, Ala. -- The University of Alabama Hotel and Restaurant and Convention Association student chapter is hosting a golf tournament at Hidden Meadows Golf Course on Friday, May 4.

Proceeds from the tournament will donated to the St. Jude Children’s Hospital affiliate in Huntsville. Plans are being made to make this an annual event.

A $35 per person entry fee includes green and cart fees, range balls, lunch and door. The four-man scramble tournament begins at noon. Grand prize winners will receive a free Sandestin Golf Trip. Other great prizes will be given to second and third place.

HARACA is an organization geared towards students majoring in restaurant, hotel and meetings management. However, membership is open to all students interested in pursuing a career in the hospitality industry.

For more information, contact Andrew Hart at 205/246-2691 or j.andrewhart@gmail.com.

The University of Alabama, a student-centered research university, is in the midst of a planned, steady enrollment growth with a goal of reaching 28,000 students by 2010. This growth, which is positively impacting the campus and the state's economy, is in keeping with UA's vision to be the university of choice for the best and brightest students. UA, the state's flagship university, is an academic community united in its commitment to enhancing the quality of life for all Alabamians.