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 of HRSM is a powerful learning arena where passionate
students, inspiring teachers and business leaders come together to lead the world’s
most vibrant industries. Industries that connect cultures, inspire adventure, strengthen
economies and enrich lives.
HRSM Academic Units
School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
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Department of Retailing
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Department of Sport and Entertainment Management
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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.
Known for Excellence
World-renowned Faculty — Our roster of international scholars and industry trailblazers delivers high-impact
knowledgeIndustry Immersion — Our students visit corporate headquarters, attend national conferences, and meet
top executives; gaining a deep understanding of the business.Experiential Learning — Through required internships and hands-on experiences like working at the Super
Bowl, running anCareer Development — Our students graduate with more than a degree; they graduate with stacked resumes
and the mentorship and preparation to succeed.Global Opportunities — Faculty-led study abroad courses, international research and career connections
provide our studentsProfessional Passion — Everyone in our college shares a distinctive passion for their chosen discipline.
It’s a passion that
Interdisciplinary Studies in Services Management
The college also offers a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies in Services
Management, designed for non-traditional students who have a variety of academic and
work experience and are ready to earn their bachelor’s degrees.
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Michael J. Mungo Undergraduate Teaching Award: Armen Shaomian
As a classically trained piano prodigy growing up in Sweden, Armen Shaomian didn’t have what most might consider a traditional childhood. His first concert was at age 9. By 12, he had sold out the Stockholm Royal Concert Hall, where he performed three concerts in the role of Mozart. Today you can find Shaomian at the University of South Carolina, where he works as an associate professor of sport and entertainment management.
Garnet Apple Award Winner: Scott Smith
His colleagues call him The Spatula. Scott Smith has a knack for recruiting hospitality majors. Time and time again, unwitting students in Smith’s Introduction to Hospitality Management class experience The Spatula firsthand.
October 2024 HRSM student, faculty, staff and alumni notes
Discover the latest achievements from HRSM students, alumni, faculty, and staff, including notable awards, promotions, publications, prestigious internships, and exciting new job placements!
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