Education

M.A., Human Resource Management, Webster University
B.A., Interpersonal Communication, University of Central Florida

Background

John Sun joined the College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management at the University of South Carolina in January 2025 as director of human resources. He brings nearly 20 years of experience in talent acquisition, onboarding and benefits administration. Throughout his career, he has supported recruitment efforts, promoted compliance with employment regulations and contributed to building inclusive and effective workplaces. Sun is dedicated to helping organizations grow through practical HR strategies and strong employee support.

Before coming to USC, Sun held several human resources roles in higher education and the private sector. His experience includes leading hiring processes, managing background checks and immigration support, delivering training workshops and advising employees on leave policies and benefits. He is passionate about improving HR processes to better serve both employees and leadership teams.