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See the latest September 2026 achievements, career milestones, awards and news from students, faculty, staff and alumni of the University of South Carolina College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management.
The University of South Carolina is bringing its internationally recognized Master of Sport and Entertainment Management program to Uptown Charlotte in spring 2027, offering working professionals a flexible hybrid degree with direct access to one of the nation's fastest-growing sport, entertainment and media markets.
The University of South Carolina welcomes its seventh cohort of Tepper Scholars, four incoming sport and entertainment management students who will receive scholarship support, mentorship and career development opportunities.
University of South Carolina hospitality management alumnus Chris Mueller shares how passion, preparation and relationships helped take him from waiting tables in Columbia to leading the 1,424-room Hilton Orlando after a career spanning more than three decades at Disney and Hilton.
The University of South Carolina's College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management celebrates August 2026 achievements, including faculty awards, student accomplishments, alumni career milestones and national media recognition showcasing the impact of the HRSM community.
Gamecock iHub has opened its new location in USC's Close-Hipp building, expanding access to Apple products, technology support and hands-on retail internships for students.
New School of Hospitality and Tourism Management Director Fevzi Okumus outlines a bold vision to elevate USC through innovation, student success, industry partnerships, research excellence and global impact.
The University of South Carolina College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management honored Circa Resort & Casino owner and CEO Derek Stevens with its 2026 Visionary Innovation & Leadership Award, recognizing his transformative impact on hospitality, entertainment and student career development.
HRSM academic advisor Martiez Moore is transforming student advising by using artificial intelligence to automate routine tasks, allowing him to spend more time providing personalized guidance to students.
University of South Carolina professor Nicholas Watanabe brought his expertise in sport management and soccer economics to the United Nations, leading discussions on artificial intelligence, fan engagement and the future of global sport at the World Cup Diplomacy Summit.