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Clemson Online professional development and training updates
As summer instruction begins, Clemson Online is providing professional development, training and information sessions for faculty looking for ways to effectively use the online tools and technological resources available to them. Clemson Online will host a series of sessions throughout […]
Virtual programming opportunities this summer through Student Affairs
Clemson University recently announced a plan to enter into a phased reopening on June 1. But even with the announcement, main campus won’t see its typical level of summer activity for quite some time. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, university […]
Jim Warren named Honorary Alumnus by Clemson Alumni Association
Clemson, South Carolina – The Clemson Alumni Association recently honored founder and president of College Connections, LLC, Jim Warren, with the designation of Honorary Alumnus of Clemson University. The distinction of Honorary Alumnus is a special recognition intended for steadfast […]
Clemson fisheries students help international conference go virtual during pandemic
Like many large gatherings, the COVID-19 pandemic led to cancellation of numerous American Fisheries Society (AFS) meetings nationwide, leaving the fisheries community at a loss for how to continue to advance science and keep its members engaged, with more cancellations seemingly inevitable. A group of Clemson University students, however, had other ideas.
Virtual ceremony honors Clemson graduates from diverse backgrounds
In response to the current need to maintain social distancing, Clemson University’s Gantt Multicultural Center held one of its most popular ceremonies online May 6 to ensure graduating students from diverse backgrounds were properly honored.
Student Affairs staff conclude Experience: IMPACT series virtually
A couple of years ago, leadership within the Division of Student Affairs identified core themes as part of its strategic planning process. Theme identification was part of the division’s ongoing effort to better define its scope in support of the […]
Tiger spotlight: Clemson Family Advisory Board chair Kelly Rose is #ALLIN
Kelly Abele Rose lacked prerequisite work experience when she graduated from Clemson University in 1984. A financial management major, she was eager to launch her professional career. But the only job she recalled working between the ages of 15 and […]
How the Clemson Family went above and beyond to respond to COVID-19
Here are some of the stories of Clemson’s people. We share them as a simple record of deeds great and small that kept us safe, brought us comfort and cared for our community. These acts of service and sacrifice largely went unnoticed while they were happening.
Outstanding students and organizations for 2019-20 honored by Student Affairs
The Division of Student Affairs honored outstanding students and organizations for the 2019-20 academic year virtually during the week of April 20-24. The award winners were announced on the Student Affairs Instagram account each day. “Congratulations are in order to […]
Center for Student Leadership and Engagement aims to create holistic experience for Clemson students
It was a quiet February morning in Clemson when members of the Vice President’s Executive Council — a group of advisors for the Division of Student Affairs — sat around a table in the Andy Quattlebaum Outdoor Education Center and listened […]
U.S. Under Secretary of Commerce for International Trade Joseph Semsar visits alma mater Clemson
Joseph C. Semsar, acting Under Secretary of Commerce for International Trade at the International Trade Administration (ITA) and a Clemson alumnus, recently paid a visit to his alma mater as part of an official two-day trip to the Upstate.
Alumni Spotlight: from law enforcement to academics, McGuire’s focus remains on helping others
Meet Danny McGuire, a Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management alumnus who graduated in 2018 with a Master’s in Public Administration. While working in law enforcement, he returned to school, and he’s now the department chair of the Public […]
Women’s History Month celebrated at Clemson
Clemson University has organized events throughout the month of March to celebrate the vital role of women in American history. The scheduled events are: March 5: Powerful Women in Industry speaker series, Mary Jo McCarthy Noon – 1 p.m. in […]
High school students learn about Clemson health majors at Tigers on Call event
CLEMSON — Ten motivated ninth through twelfth graders attended the first annual College of Science Tigers on Call II: Path to Health Professions event for high school students on Feb. 17, 2020, at Clemson University. The participants explored Science, Technology, […]
Clemson Alumni Association recognizes four new honorary alumni in 2019 class
CLEMSON — Each year the Clemson Alumni Association offers special recognition to steadfast Tiger supporters whose dedication to Clemson University and the alumni association would normally be expected of only those who call the school their alma mater. Their service […]
Celebrated scientist to speak at Clemson in support of women in STEM and computing
CLEMSON — Jenna Carpenter, who was named by Dreambox Learning as one of the “10 Women in STEM who Rock” along with Chelsea Clinton and IT executive Marissa Mayer, will speak on campus about women’s contributions to the history of […]
Clemson’s fifth annual Out of the Darkness Walk set for Saturday, March 7
Evangeline Sanders was only in her second semester of college when she decided to take part in Clemson University’s 2019 Out of the Darkness Walk. Admittedly, she didn’t know how many people would take part in the event. After all, […]
Robert “PB” Nowack remembered as a legend who shaped engineers for three generations
Clemson University’s civil engineers are remembering Robert F. Nowack as a legend who taught students as much about life as he did about statics and dynamics in a career that spanned more than 60 years and helped shape three generations […]
Clemson’s Men of Color National Summit bringing ‘Magic’ to its fourth year
For four years, Clemson’s Men of Color National Summit has brought an impressive lineup of speakers to the energetic two-day event hosted by its Division of Inclusion and Equity. Leaders from the business, government, athletic and academic worlds have spoken to students about their potential and pathways to success.
In 2020, the summit will add an NBA legend to its list of speakers when Earvin “Magic” Johnson speaks to students at the summit and brings his inspiring story of athletic and entrepreneurial success to the Greenville Convention Center.
Spring Career Fair attracts more than 1,300 recruiters to Clemson from Feb. 4-6
CLEMSON — More than 330 employers and 50 school districts will send representatives to Clemson University’s Littlejohn Coliseum from Tuesday, Feb. 4 through Thursday, Feb. 6 for the Spring Career Fair. Many more recruiters will come to Clemson’s main campus in […]
Student organization registration under way
Annual registration and funding requests for all student organizations is now underway! The process for registering a student organization formally opened within the TigerQuest portal on Monday, Jan. 13 and will close on Friday, Feb. 7. As a faculty or […]
Students learn to go about others’ business on social media
Students in Michele Cauley’s Social Media Marketing class learned the many benefits of social media beyond updating their Facebook status or sharing a friend’s Instagram story. Social Media Marketing (3220) provided students an introspective view of how they brand themselves […]
A look back at 2019
With 2019 coming to a close, we want to take a moment to celebrate the faculty, staff, students, alumni and friends who have made Clemson University such a special place. Whether it’s in the lab, the classroom or on the field, people are the heart of our institution and the reason why Clemson has grown to become an institution recognized for excellence.
For marketing’s Will Swinney, desire to be his best is home-grown
Whether on the football field or in a classroom, Will Swinney is a grinder. Son of renowned Clemson University head coach Dabo Swinney, Will Swinney plays as hard to win on Saturdays as he does to succeed Monday through Friday as a student.
Mechanical engineering graduate Matt Kelley honored by governor
Clemson University alumnus Matt Kelley started his engineering business in a room above a detached garage with a laptop he had bought on eBay for $500. He had no customers, no employees and no equipment, but he had a dream […]
Political science students discover passion for international relations thanks to study abroad options
[vid origin=”youtube” vid_id=”Y5xp7Ys89LI” size=”medium” align=”right”] Abigail McCarter is a political science and Spanish double major from South Carolina. Originally interested in law and immigration upon coming to college, McCarter has found a new passion in international relations and diplomacy after […]
Student learning enhanced through a number of recent initiatives
A couple of years ago, leadership within the Division of Student Affairs identified core themes as part of its strategic planning process. Theme identification was part of the division’s ongoing effort to better define its scope in support of the […]
Clemson, University of South Carolina to compete in 35th Blood Bowl
This year, the Tigers are ready and more determined than ever to beat the Gamecocks. No, not on the football field (that’s a given), but in blood donations. Alpha Phi Omega’s 35th annual Blood Bowl against South Carolina is coming to Clemson University from Nov. 18 to 22, a week before the rival football teams play.
Percussion professor Buyer honored with top national award
CLEMSON – Paul Buyer, director of music in the Department of Performing Arts, will be honored this month with a top national award by the 6,000-member Percussive Arts Society. A professor who teaches percussion, Buyer oversees the Tiger Band Drumline […]
Pre-health students explore careers and network with alumni at 2019 Tigers on Call event
CLEMSON – An aspiring physician, Biological sciences sophomore Aimey Jimm knows how important the MCAT exam will be someday for getting into medical school. What she didn’t realize until recently was the role the interview will also play in medical […]
Sole purpose of Puerto Rico CI is lesson in servant leadership
Up to 15 students will have the opportunity to practice servant leadership first-hand in the spring semester as part of an experiential learning opportunity that will take them to Puerto Rico. Open to all business majors, Servant Leadership Abroad is […]
Student Affairs Talk: Olivia Loynes
Editor’s note: This is the latest installment of the “Student Affairs Talk” podcast for 2019-20. Communications Director for Student Affairs Philip Sikes visits with various leaders from the staff and student communities. This week’s featured guest is Olivia Loynes, a […]
Clemson University to celebrate Military Appreciation Week Oct. 28-Nov. 2
Clemson University will celebrate its rich heritage in the armed forces by hosting Military Appreciation Week from Monday, Oct. 28, through Saturday, Nov. 2. Each day will feature at least one program or event designed to support, recognize or advocate for Clemson’s military community, culminating with the annual Military Appreciation Day football game on Saturday.
Student Affairs recognizes outstanding staff for years of service to Clemson
For years, Elaine White was a radiology supervisor in Redfern Health Center. She retired for a short period of time before the pull of Student Health Services lured her back as a radiology technician. White was recognized Tuesday morning at […]
Meet a Tiger: Hugo Sanabria, associate professor of physics and astronomy
Hugo Sanabria looks into the smallest places to find answers to life’s biggest questions. An associate professor doing research in biophysics, Sanabria joined Clemson’s physics and astronomy department in 2014 and went about designing and building a microscope that could zoom in to a single molecule and measure its movement in time and space.