The mission of the School of Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management (HRTM) is to prepare undergraduate and graduate students for challenging careers in the hospitality and tourism industry, to conduct applied research that impacts the hospitality and tourism industry on a global level, and to provide professional and community service that promotes the economic development of the state of South Carolina and throughout the world.

The program provides a comprehensive curriculum that includes courses in general education, business, and hospitality and tourism management, combined with relevant operational and management experience under the guidance and supervision of industry professionals and program faculty.

The program prepares students for responsible citizenship roles in business and society. It enables them to understand and apply the concepts of problem-solving in general, and in organizational and industry-related issues.

The HRTM faculty provide uncompromising individualized attention to meeting the educational needs of our students, and assume very active and influential roles in numerous professional organizations at all levels. Our reputation in industry and academic circles will increase with every graduating class. We are dedicated to making the School of HRTM one of the leading professional programs in the United States.

Ever wondered what it would be like to have your entire college experience filmed? Welcome to the world of HRTM student, Kaylee Crane...
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HRTM 270 Students and Jules Pernell Participate in International Education Week Chef /Instructor Jules Pernell and HRTM 270 students participated in programming for International Education Week. Approximately 20 students and International Student Specialists saw a video and  heard a lecture on truffles and the international appeal and farming of this tuberous mushroom. The guests were served Cream of Truffle Soup that was prepared by Chef Pernell and HRTM 270 students. Fresh winter truffles provided by Chef Pernell were also viewed and tasted.  

McCutchen House is Now Green Certified
McCutchen House is now green certified through the SC Hospitality Association and DHEC. McCutchen House is one of the very first restaurants in South Carolina to “go green”. To watch the press conference, click here.

DHEC Launches Green Hospitality Initiative
Against the backdrop of the University of South Carolina’s historic McCutchen House on the Horseshoe, representatives from the Department of Health and Environmental Control, the South Carolina Hospitality Association and [University of South Carolina] announced the official launching of a new statewide program designed to help state hotels and restaurants achieve green certification. More...
-- The (Columbia) Free Times

Lodging Lecture Series

ANNOUNCEMENTS

STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES

Paris, London, the Caribbean! Exciting study abroad opportunities are available for 2010. Space is limited. Register Now! Travel Scholarships for the Spring/Summer 2010 trips are available. Click here.

1. School of HRTM 2010 Cruise Ship Industry Study Tour
Students will experience the cruise ship industry of the Caribbean and learn about the most important cruising region in the world, through a 7-day excursion encompassing four ports of call and two days at sea.
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2. School of HRTM 2010 Paris & London Contract Management Study Abroad Tour
Students will be introduced to the principles of on-site food management and the applications to the hospitality industry. In addition to studying the global market, students will be privileged to participate in many exciting opportunities during the tour, such as dining on the Seine River, visiting Reims in France, and experiencing royalty in London by touring places like Ascot Race Course, Eton College, Windsor Castle and possibly Wimbledon.
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