One of the nation's best colleges for degree programs, research and industry advancement
in hospitality, tourism, retail, fashion merchandising, and sport and entertainment.
Welcome to the College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management at the University
of South Carolina! The college offers degrees in:
The College of HRSM is a powerful learning arena where passionate students, inspiring
teachers and industry leaders come together to advance the world's consumer experience
industries. These industries have the power to connect cultures, inspire adventure,
strengthen global economies and enrich people’s lives.
Real-world experience, career development and innovative courses are hallmarks of
our top-ranked degree programs. The college is home to world-renowned faculty who
are celebrated for advancing their fields and who are passionate about sharing their
knowledge and experience with the next generation of leaders. The College of HRSM
also features a diverse suite of research centers that are shaping the future of our
industries through knowledge and discovery.
HRSM News
December 2023 HRSM student, faculty, staff and alumni notes
Sarah-Jane Andersen started a new position with EmuBands in Scotland, Elijah Neal got a job with Retail Sports Marketing, Haley Lynch accepted a position with BetMGM, and College of HRSM director of enrollment management and professional development Collin Crick was selected for USC's Pipeline for Academy Leaders (PAL) fellowship program.
Harvest Hope CEO Erinn Rowe brings business solutions to food insecurity
When Erinn Rowe first arrived at Harvest Hope’s headquarters on Columbia’s Shop Road, the new CEO turned her desk to face the window for a view of the on-site food pantry. Seeing the community’s need firsthand can be difficult, but for Rowe, it’s a necessary reminder of why her work matters.
USC sport and entertainment management Ph.D. student named SEC Emerging Scholar
Now in his third year as a Ph.D. student, Kemardo Tyrell has become the first student from USC's College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management to be named an SEC Emerging Scholar.
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