Cierra Pinckney's commitment to student success has earned university-wide recognition as the recipient of USC's Outstanding Student Advocacy in Advising Award. Through mentorship, encouragement and a student-first approach, she has made a lasting impact on HRSM students navigating their college journey.
From faculty awards and published research to student internships and alumni career milestones, HRSM’s May 2026 News and Notes highlights the accomplishments making an impact across the university and industry.
Lauren Cole makes history as the first thesis-track graduate of USC's Master of Retail Innovation program, combining hands-on experience and impactful research on sustainable fashion to launch her career.
The University of South Carolina's College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management celebrates its 2026 Faculty and Staff Award winners, recognizing excellence in teaching, research, global engagement and service.
Sophie Verzyl's historic NCAA championship caps a remarkable journey balancing elite athletics and accelerated academics, positioning her for Olympic dreams and a future in sport and entertainment leadership.
The University of South Carolina honored 17 HRSM students at Awards Day, recognizing exceptional achievement in academics, leadership, service and campus involvement.
University of South Carolina students turn classroom innovation into reality with the launch of Spur City Brewery, a student-created craft beer brand debuting at Steel Hands Brewing.
The SEVT Conference at the University of South Carolina is helping students turn industry connections into full-time jobs, launching careers with top sports organizations across the country.
Trevor Lazarus turned his time at the University of South Carolina into a global hospitality journey, gaining hands-on experience at the Olympics, luxury hotels and leadership organizations while building a career rooted in relationships and real-world learning.
Three HRSM students leveraged hands-on learning and industry preparation to stand out and excel during a competitive internship with FanCompass, showcasing the power of experiential education.