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HRSM ambassadors represent the College of Hospitality, Retail, and Sport Management and assist with the planning and staffing of many college events including conferences, alumni, and recruiting. These star students serve as brand champions for the college and share information to help other students and visitors learn more about all that HRSM has to offer.
E-mail: cwcrick@hrsm.sc.edu
The university chapter of this national organization is dedicated to helping students interested in a career in club management. The club provides members with access to events and activities such as field trips to golf and country clubs, guest speakers, regional meetings and participation in national CMAA events.
E-mail: somgrs@mailbox.sc.edu
Garnet Gate: garnetgate.sa.sc.edu/organization/cmaa
This business-minded organizations prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management. Students compete for top international honors in one of 25 different competitions, including retail management, event planning, hotel and lodging, restaurant and foodservice management, travel and tourism, fashion merchandising and marketing, and sports and entertainment marketing. To learn more, visit our national website: www.deca.org/college-programs.
E-mail: sodeca@mailbox.sc.edu
Facebook: uscdeca
Garnet Gate: garnetgate.sa.sc.edu/organization/deca
This academic honor society recognizes exceptional achievement among hospitality and tourism students. Eta Sigma Delta is administered by the international association and is devoted to hospitality and tourism education.
E-mail: soesd@mailbox.sc.edu
Facebook: groups/159517551505415/
Garnet Gate: garnetgate.sa.sc.edu/organization/esd
Fashion Board at USC is a student organization committed to helping its members achieve both personal and professional growth in the fashion, beauty and retail industries through collaborations with local retailers and hands-on fashion-related experiences. Each spring, Fashion Board proudly hosts UofSC Fashion Week, which includes industry guest speakers, a student designer showcase, and a runway finale show. Fashion Board is open to students of all majors and members meet every other Wednesday evening. To become an official member, you must pay dues here.
Email: sofashio@mailbox.sc.edu
Facebook: facebook.com/fashionboardusc
Garnet Gate: garnetgate.sa.sc.edu/organization/fashionboardatusc
The HRSM Global Community club is a community of international and American students dedicated to cross cultural awareness. Cultural diversity and dialogue among students of different nations will promote and enhance international cooperation in the College of HRSM. Students in this club will become more effective communicators and leaders. Cultural awareness and intercultural friendships will be fostered through this club to promote growth, success, and networking.
Email: soglobcc@mailbox.sc.edu
Facebook: facebook.com/UofSCGCC/
Garnet Gate: garnetgate.sa.sc.edu/organization/hrsm_gcc
Instagram: instagram.com/uofsc_gcc/
Twitter: @GccHrsm
HRTM Planners is a combination of two professional student organizations, Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) and Meeting Planners International (MPI). It provides education, networking and job opportunities to all hospitality and tourism management students interested in event planning.
E-mail: sopcpcma@mailbox.sc.edu
Facebook: groups/PCMA.USC/?ref=group_header
Garnet Gate: garnetgate.sa.sc.edu/organization/hrtmplanners
Twitter: @HRTMPlanners
The student chapter of this national industry organization provides talented students interested in retail with unique educational and scholarship programs, networking opportunities and access to the latest industry news and research.
E-mail: soNRF@mailbox.sc.edu
Facebook: NRFatUSC
Garnet Gate: garnetgate.sa.sc.edu/organization/nrfatusc
Twitter: @nrf_usc
For more information, contact the Department of Retailing: 803-777-4846
This academic and professional organization supports the success and advancement of minority students seeking careers in the hospitality industry.
E-mail: sominhos@mailbox.sc.edu
Facebook: @NSMH.UofSC
Twitter: @NSMH_at_UofSC
The Restaurant & Lodging Association is a new club on campus open to all majors that strives to help students explore the restaurant and hotel industry both professionally and creatively. Our mission is to provide students with opportunities that will advance their knowledge of the industry and prepare them to succeed!
Email: sorla@mailbox.sc.edu
Garnet Gate: garnetgate.sa.sc.edu/organization/rlaatuofsc
Instagram: instagram.com/rlauofsc/
Individually Strong, Together Powerful
Sigma Psi Mu is a co-ed professional fraternity for sport and entertainment management majors, founded at the University of South Carolina. It was organized to provide a platform for highly-involved and academically gifted SPTE students. It is our mission to grow our brotherhood through professional development, social bonding, and real-world networking opportunities. We do so in order to prepare and develop professionally for a career in the sport, entertainment and venue industries. Sigma Psi Mu strives to benefit not only its members, but all University of South Carolina SPTE students, staff, and faculty. Sigma Psi Mu assists the College of HRSM in continuing to develop industry-ready sport, entertainment and venue professionals.
E-mail: sigpsi.uofsc.recruitment@gmail.com
Facebook: facebook.com/SigmaPsiMuUofSC/
Garnet Gate: garnetgate.sa.sc.edu/organization/spm
Twitter: @SigmaPsiMu
Graduate students in the department of sport and entertainment management can network with fellow graduate students, faculty and industry leaders to make the most out of their student experience.
E-mail: sosport@mailbox.sc.edu
Facebook: facebook.com/uscgsa/
Garnet Gate: garnetgate.sa.sc.edu/organization/sptegsa
Get an inside look at how theme parks and attractions are operated and managed. The club hosts guest speakers, takes field trips and discusses different topics at bi-weekly meetings which enhance club members' understanding of the industry.
E-mail: Madeline Lane, mel9@email.sc.edu
Instagram: uofscthemeparkclub
GroupMe: https://groupme.com/join_group/69530777/vIva0NZt
For additional information on one of the thousands of other student-run organizations at the University of South Carolina, visit the USC Student Life Office or check them out via social media.