USC Aiken School of Business Administration

05/06/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday, Dr. Ravi! 🎉
Please join us in wishing a very happy birthday to our SOBA Dean, Dr. Ravi Narayanaswamy!
Your leadership, vision, and dedication to our students, faculty, and community make SOBA a truly special place. We are grateful for all that you do and wish you a wonderful day filled with celebration and a year ahead full of success and happiness.
🎂🎈 Help us celebrate by sharing your birthday wishes below!

05/06/2026

📸 Capture the Moment, SOBA Style! 🎓
Students, family, and friends—you’re invited to stop by and snap some photos with our SOBA backdrop!
We’ve set up a special photo area just outside our office in B&E 223, perfect for celebrating your achievements. Whether you’re in your cap and gown or taking pictures with loved ones, this is a great spot to create lasting memories.
✨ The backdrop will be available through the end of this week, so be sure to stop by and take advantage of it!
We can’t wait to see your photos—tag us and share your celebration! 🎉

04/28/2026

Last Tuesday, we were proud to host the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA) SHRM Conference here on campus! 👏
We welcomed a strong turnout of HR professionals from across the CSRA, creating an engaging day of connection, learning, and collaboration.
We were especially proud of our Human Resource Management students, who participated by creating posters highlighting HR professionals throughout the CSRA—including our very own Carla Hayes. A special thank-you to Dr. Ana E. Iglesias, CSRA SHRM board member, whose leadership and dedication were instrumental in bringing this conference to USCA.
We also extend our sincere appreciation to the entire CSRA SHRM Board for offering an outstanding lineup of speakers, to Provost Phillip Bridgmon for his warm and welcoming message to our visiting HR representatives, and to Amy Pannenbacker for her exceptional work in organizing and implementing such a successful event.
Thank you to everyone involved in strengthening the connection between our students and the regional HR community.

04/27/2026

Today marks the last day of classes—great job making it to the finish line! 🎉
As finals begin, we wish all our students the very best of luck. Stay focused, take care of yourselves, and finish strong. You’ve got this!

04/27/2026

We were proud to host the Aiken Chamber’s Venture Lab Aiken Workshop on our campus this past Friday!
The workshop saw a great turnout drawing an impressive mix of local entrepreneurs and motivated students.
Thank you to the Aiken Chamber of Commerce for partnering with us and bringing this impactful experience to our campus. We appreciate all who attended and contributed to its success!

04/20/2026

From hurricane to Honor Roll. 🌪️✨ A powerful comeback story from one of SOBA’s graduating business students. Congratulations on an amazing achievement!

As a first-generation college student who relocated to Aiken from Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria, he has plenty to be proud of from his journey to graduation.

04/02/2026

💚 Thank You, SRP Federal Credit Union! 💚
We’re grateful to SRP Federal Credit Union for leading our recent ACE Event: Ace Your Finances! From credit tips to an engaging Credit Jeopardy game, SRP delivered valuable, practical financial knowledge in a fun and interactive way.
Our students gained essential tools for managing their finances, connected with peers, and—of course—enjoyed great prizes and pizza along the way. Thank you, SRP, for investing in our students’ financial confidence and future success!

04/02/2026

👏 Thank You, Marci! 👏
A huge thank‑you to Marci Barker for leading an impactful ACE Event on the Accountability Code! Your energy, insight, and practical strategies empowered our students to wake up, show up, and take ownership of their goals.
From staying focused and beating procrastination to boosting productivity and confidence, students walked away with tools they can put into action right away. We truly appreciate you sharing your expertise and investing in our students’ success!

03/25/2026

From classroom to career! 🎓✨ We’re proud of our SOBA senior who’s gaining incredible real-world experience through an internship at SRNS. Opportunities like this empower our students to apply their knowledge, grow professionally, and step confidently into their future careers.

Ian Dumas, a senior at USCA, is turning classroom knowledge into real-world experience through an internship at Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS), where he gained firsthand exposure to business operations and supply chain processes.

03/18/2026

We had a fantastic time at Aiken Chamber's Women in Business Luncheon with award‑winning leadership strategist Melissa Overton!
Her powerful message encouraged us to let go of outdated roadmaps and trust our own inner compass. When we align with our values, passions, and intuition, we navigate life’s twists and turns with authenticity and confidence.
Feeling inspired to make bold decisions and follow a more intentional path. ✨