Darla Moore School of Business

2026 News and Announcements

Darla Moore School of Business professor publishes a new book about artificial intelligence in business

Wolfgang Messner's new book, "In Business with AI: What Leaders Must Understand Before Deploying Artificial Intelligence at Scale," has been published by Routledge this fall. Messner is a Clinical Professor in the Sonoco International Business Department at the Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics and Social Sciences from the University of Kassel, an MBA from the University of Wales, and a BSc/MSc degree in Computing Science from the Technical University of Munich.

More Than Research. A Sense of Purpose.

When Lucy Scott '27 first became interested in economics, she imagined a future in business. But as she explored the subject at USC, she discovered something she hadn't expected: a passion for using economics to better understand issues affecting people's lives.

Lasting Impact: MBA alumnus applies business & healthcare lessons to student support

Major Brock ('15 B.S., '24 MBA), CEO of Brock Recovery Group, is working to reshape how universities think about student success. Through the Brock Family Student Success & Wellbeing Fund, he is focused on a simple but often overlooked idea that achievement and wellbeing should move together, not compete.

Investing in the Future: How long-term vision and strategic giving can support generations

Drew Stevens ('10 B.S.) has built a career in wealth management, but his approach to money extends far beyond client portfolios or market strategy. It is rooted in a deeper belief that financial success is most meaningful when it is intentionally directed toward lasting impact.

South Carolina International Business Career Guide showcases international opportunities in its own backyard

South Carolina's global economy extends far beyond the state's borders, but students interested in international business may not realize how many global career opportunities exist close to home.

Center for Executive Succession to Present 10th annual Leadership Legacy Award to Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian

COLUMBIA, S.C. -- The Center for Executive Succession at the Darla Moore School of Business, University of South Carolina, will present its 10th annual Leadership Legacy Award to Ed Bastian, Chief Executive Officer of Delta Air Lines, during a ceremony Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, at 5 p.m. in the W.W. Hootie Johnson Performance Hall.

From Moore School Student to AI Entrepreneur

When Ethan Barnes '22 returned to the Darla Moore School of Business, he came back with a different perspective than when he left as a student just a few years ago. Now the founder of artificial intelligence company Eranova, Barnes returned to share his experiences building a career in AI.

Investing in South Carolina's Future

SouthState Bank has made a three-year commitment to the University of South Carolina's Darla Moore School of Business to expand educational opportunities and help prepare students across South Carolina for future academic and professional success.

International Marketing Through Cross-Cultural Collaboration Drives Real-World Impact in Zambia

Teams develop strategic recommendations for HATTAZ, advancing global learning through applied consulting and cultural collaboration.

Where Business Helps Cancer Care

How a Moore School of Business professor used operations research to improve cancer clinical trials selection at Medical University of South Carolina.

When they don't love you back...

Since the Second World War, the transatlantic alliance has been shaped and sustained by public opinion on both sides of the Atlantic. The US and Europe have remained deeply interconnected by their economies as well as by NATO, but recent opinion polls - especially during the second Trump presidency - have shown a growing divergence in public perceptions. While Europeans have an increasingly negative view of the US, Americans remain generally favourable to Europe and the transatlantic alliance.

Japan's Prime Minister is Leading Change in Policy and Perception

All eyes have been on Japan's first female prime minister. Sanae Takaichi has defied norms in many ways. Unlike many Japanese politicians, she is not from a political dynasty. She clawed her way to the top through hard work, strong social skills, and a firm belief that her views were right for Japan. She was not seen as a front-runner in the usual "take-your-turn" order for leadership of the Liberal Democratic Party; there were male candidates ahead of her. But perhaps the biggest difference is her popularity. She has a huge following among younger people, who were thought to be largely disengaged from politics. She brought voters out in the snap election she called in February and won by a large margin.

Spring 2026 Moore School Graduates

Congratulations to the Darla Moore School of Business Spring 2026 graduates! We are so proud of your accomplishments and wish you a bright future! Learn more about some of our graduates and their stories.

AI in Action: Business Innovation and Workforce Transformation

(Columbia, S.C.) -- The University of South Carolina's Office of the Vice President for Research and the Darla Moore School of Business are proud to announce, "AI in Action," a summit set for April 16-17, 2026, at Gateway 737. The event will bring together a distinguished group of industry executives, university partners, and academic faculty to examine the impact of artificial intelligence on business strategy, the evolving workforce, and organizational resilience.

Focus on Venezuela: The Visible Link Between Energy Security and Human Prosperity

Imagine a nation with oil reserves larger than Saudi Arabia's: enough energy wealth to power prosperity for generations. Now imagine that same nation plunged into darkness, with rolling blackouts, fuel shortages, and an economy in freefall. This is Venezuela's reality, and it reveals a crucial truth: Possessing energy resources and securing energy access are two very different things.

"Uber for Tractors" Inspires a New Research Paper

Uber for Tractors is a catchy phrase for a business model, but is it any different from the popular ridesharing business model of Uber? This curiosity was the beginning of professor Priyank Arora's collaboration with Hello Tractor, a technology startup with operations in 12+ countries in Africa and Asia.

'A catalyst for passion for supply chain and international business'

Senior Aiden Anderson '26, international business and operations and supply chain, has taken advantage of every opportunity to actively engage in leadership, academic, study abroad and professional programs while at the Darla Moore School of Business.

Work on cruise ships leads to a career in marketing academia

Ph.D. candidate brings a unique perspective to marketing research and solving problems

'Leading with purpose and culture'

Retired IBM executive Kitty Chaney Reed joins the Moore School as Executive in Residence to guide students in leadership and inclusion

Challenge the conventional. Create the exceptional. No Limits.