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February 2026 news and notes highlights recent media mentions, faculty research, student internships and experiential learning, and alumni promotions across hospitality, retail, and sport and entertainment management.
Congratulations to all of the HRSM students who made the Fall 2025 Dean's and President's Lists!
Stephen Shapiro has been named chair of the David and Nicole Tepper Department of Sport and Entertainment Management, bringing a vision focused on innovation, industry relevance and continued global excellence at the University of South Carolina.
Retailing senior Abby Foy leveraged four years of hands-on experience and leadership as USC's NRF president to guide fellow students through an immersive New York City industry experience.
The January 2026 HRSM News and Notes highlights recent achievements, career milestones and creative accomplishments of HRSM students, faculty, staff and alumni across hospitality, retail and sport management.
Elizabeth Moore Fox made history as the first graduate of the University of South Carolina's Master of Retail Innovation program, blending executive experience with cutting-edge innovation and technology to shape the future of retail.
The University of South Carolina's College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management congratulates all members of the December 2025 graduation class!
USC retailing students explored the High Point Market Authority to gain real-world insight into furniture, antiques and design careers, discovering new possibilities beyond traditional fashion retail.
Honors for faculty, great jobs and summer internships for students and promotions and other big career steps for alumni are all included in the December edition of HRSM News and Notes.
Sport and entertainment management student Allison Maloney graduates in just 2 ½ years while gaining standout experience with Gamecock Athletics and building a fast-rising career in collegiate baseball.