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
Michael Sagas selected as new HRSM dean
Michael Sagas will take the helm at the university’s College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management on June 15. Sagas comes to South Carolina from the University of Florida, where he serves as a professor of sport management and director of the Institute for Coaching Excellence in the Department of Sport Management.
College of HRSM Student Spotlight: Jordyn Lewis
Jordyn Lewis is a third-year retailing student with a concentration in fashion merchandising and digital innovations. She won the Miss Gamecock pageant and will represent USC in the Miss South Carolina pageant this summer.
March 2023 HRSM student, faculty, staff and alumni notes
Ph.D. student Rodrigo Feller was invited to be a panelist in the International Student-Athletes session at the NCAA Inclusion Forum, Katlyn Motz accepted a new position as an assistant fashion buyer at It's Fashion, and Aaron Henderson is now an agent with Klutch Sports Group LLC. These are just a few of the highlights in this month's edition of HRSM news and notes!
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