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The College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management is home to a variety of student-run organizations that help students grow personally and professionally.
HRSM ambassadors represent the College of Hospitality, Retail, and Sport Management and assist with the planning and staffing of many college events including conferences, alumni, and recruiting. These star students serve as brand champions for the college and share information to help other students and visitors learn more about all that HRSM has to offer.
E-mail: cwcrick@hrsm.sc.edu
The university chapter of this national organization is dedicated to helping students interested in a career in club management. The club provides members with access to events and activities such as field trips to golf and country clubs, guest speakers, regional meetings and participation in national CMAA events.
E-mail: somgrs@mailbox.sc.edu
Garnet Gate: garnetgate.sa.sc.edu/organization/cmaa
This business-minded organizations prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management. Students compete for top international honors in one of 25 different competitions, including retail management, event planning, hotel and lodging, restaurant and foodservice management, travel and tourism, fashion merchandising and marketing, and sports and entertainment marketing. To learn more, visit our national website: www.deca.org/college-programs.
E-mail: sodeca@mailbox.sc.edu
Facebook: uscdeca
Garnet Gate: garnetgate.sa.sc.edu/organization/deca
Get an inside look at how theme parks and attractions are operated and managed. The club hosts guest speakers, takes field trips and discusses different topics at bi-weekly meetings which enhance club members' understanding of the industry.
E-mail: elizabethjenkins99@gmail.com
Facebook: groups/302039140624076/
This academic honor society recognizes exceptional achievement among hospitality and tourism students. Eta Sigma Delta is administered by the international association and is devoted to hospitality and tourism education.
E-mail: soesd@mailbox.sc.edu
Facebook: groups/159517551505415/
Garnet Gate: garnetgate.sa.sc.edu/organization/esd
Graduate students pursuing a master's degree in international hospitality and tourism management can gain additional networking opportunities among graduate students, faculty and industry leaders.
This academic and professional organization supports the success and advancement of minority students seeking careers in the hospitality industry.
E-mail: sominhos@mailbox.sc.edu
Facebook: @NSMH.UofSC
Garnet Gate: garnetgate.sa.sc.edu/organization/minhos
Twitter: @NSMH_at_UofSC
HRTM Planners is a combination of two professional student organizations, Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) and Meeting Planners International (MPI). It provides education, networking and job opportunities to all hospitality and tourism management students interested in event planning.
E-mail: sopcpcma@mailbox.sc.edu
Facebook: groups/PCMA.USC/?ref=group_header
Garnet Gate: garnetgate.sa.sc.edu/organization/hrtmplanners
Twitter: @HRTMPlanners
One of the most active student organizations in the college, Fashion Board members get to attend and create fashion merchandising and design events throughout the semester. The club's signature event is USC Fashion Week which includes a runway show featuring student designers, celebrity judges and local boutiques.
E-mail: sofashio@mailbox.sc.edu
Facebook: fashionboardusc
Garnet Gate: garnetgate.sa.sc.edu/organization/fashionboardatusc
Twitter: @FashionBoardUSC
The student chapter of this national industry organization provides talented students interested in retail with unique educational and scholarship programs, networking opportunities and access to the latest industry news and research.
E-mail: soNRF@mailbox.sc.edu
Garnet Gate: garnetgate.sa.sc.edu/organization/nrfatusc
Facebook: NRFatUSC
Twitter: @nrf_usc
For more information, contact the Department of Retailing: 803-777-4846
Individually Strong, Together Powerful
Sigma Psi Mu is a co-ed professional fraternity for sport and entertainment management majors, founded at the University of South Carolina. It was organized to provide a platform for highly-involved and academically gifted SPTE students. It is our mission to grow our brotherhood through professional development, social bonding, and real-world networking opportunities. We do so in order to prepare and develop professionally for a career in the sport, entertainment and venue industries. Sigma Psi Mu strives to benefit not only its members, but all University of South Carolina SPTE students, staff, and faculty. Sigma Psi Mu assists the College of HRSM in continuing to develop industry-ready sport, entertainment and venue professionals.
E-mail: sigpsi.uofsc.recruitment@gmail.com
Facebook: facebook.com/SigmaPsiMuUofSC/
Garnet Gate: garnetgate.sa.sc.edu/organization/spm
Twitter: @SigmaPsiMu
Graduate students in the department of sport and entertainment management can network with fellow graduate students, faculty and industry leaders to make the most out of their student experience.
E-mail: sosport@mailbox.sc.edu
Facebook: facebook.com/uscgsa/
Garnet Gate: garnetgate.sa.sc.edu/organization/sptegsa
An extension of the Country Music Association, this student organization gives students a better understanding of the music industry, specifically the country genre. For students who are interested in a career in the music or entertainment industry, CMA EDU provides valuable opportunities to explore the field, network with industry professionals, and build a resume through volunteer and project participation.
E-mail: socmaedu@mailbox.sc.edu
Facebook: @uofsccmaedu
Garnet Gate: garnetgate.sa.sc.edu/organization/cmaedu
For additional information on one of the thousands of other student-run organizations at the University of South Carolina, visit the USC Student Life Office or check them out via social media.