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Clemson Board appoints Bob Jones as interim president, announces presidential search committee

Board Chair Kim Wilkerson also recognized and celebrated the retirement of President Jim Clements following 12 years of exemplary service.

December 10, 2025

Sikes Hall in the fall.

Sikes Hall in the fall.

A Message from Chair Kim Wilkerson

December 10, 2025

Clemson University President James P. Clements announces retirement; Board to meet Wednesday

December 9, 2025

Clemson University sign.

Clemson University sign.

A Message from Chair Kim Wilkerson

December 9, 2025

Roulette was one of the four most resistant peppers tested in a green fruit anthracnose study at the Clemson University Coastal REC.

Roulette was one of the four most resistant peppers tested in a green fruit anthracnose study at the Clemson University Coastal REC.

The fungus among us: Pepper industry in jeopardy

December 9, 2025

Clemson University scientists Alexis “Stocko” Stamatikos and Jing “Jennifer” Echesabal-Chen prepare to use a thermocycler, a machine that amplifies DNA, to confirm the genetic makeup of immune cells called macrophages.

Clemson University scientists Alexis “Stocko” Stamatikos and Jing “Jennifer” Echesabal-Chen prepare to use a thermocycler, a machine that amplifies DNA, to confirm the genetic makeup of immune cells called macrophages.

College of Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences

Scientists make breakthrough in cholesterol research to combat heart disease

byDenise Attaway

December 1, 2025

A shopping cart filled with pantry staples is positioned in front of four wire racks filled with non-perishable food items in The Nook, Clemson's employee-focused food pantry.

A shopping cart filled with pantry staples is positioned in front of four wire racks filled with non-perishable food items in The Nook, Clemson's employee-focused food pantry.

Our Clemson

The Nook celebrates one year of service to Clemson employees

byKatie Smithson

November 20, 2025

Tiger paw painted on Bowman Field with Tillman Hall in the background

Tiger paw painted on Bowman Field with Tillman Hall in the background

Current News

Clemson named a Best College for Future Leaders by Time magazine

November 20, 2025

United States of America and Army flags adorn Bowman Field on Clemson University's main campus

United States of America and Army flags adorn Bowman Field on Clemson University's main campus

Current News

Clemson earns pair of recognitions from Military Times: No. 13 ranked “Best for Vets” college, No. 1 ranked higher ed employer

November 17, 2025

Christopher Saski, a systems geneticist and professor in the Clemson Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, is leading a study that involves genetically engineering cotton to provide faster crop improvements and more resilient cotton strains. Saski is seen here with a regenerated cotton line that has been genetically engineered.

Christopher Saski, a systems geneticist and professor in the Clemson Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, is leading a study that involves genetically engineering cotton to provide faster crop improvements and more resilient cotton strains. Saski is seen here with a regenerated cotton line that has been genetically engineered.

Current News

Clemson scientists pioneer breakthroughs in cotton transformation and eco-friendly fiber coloring

byDenise Attaway

November 17, 2025

Staff members sit around a table at a retreat on campus

Staff members sit around a table at a retreat on campus

Current News

Clemson earns honorable mention for 2025 Carolyn C. Mattingly Award for Mental Health in the Workplace

October 19, 2025

Reflection Pond in front of RM Cooper Library.

Reflection Pond in front of RM Cooper Library.

Current News

Clemson trustees celebrate outgoing provost, receive research updates and approve academic programs at fall quarterly meetings

October 17, 2025

The lights in Memorial Stadium reflect off the

The lights in Memorial Stadium reflect off the

Current News

Memorial Stadium to make grand return as concert venue in 2026

October 17, 2025

Reflection Pond in front of RM Cooper Library.

Reflection Pond in front of RM Cooper Library.

Enrollment Management

Clemson has best value in South Carolina in WSJ and SmartAsset rankings

byJoe Galbraith

October 12, 2025

Brook T. Smith Launchpad.

Brook T. Smith Launchpad.

Military Traditions

Last Call for applications: Clemson’s Brook T. Smith Launchpad to host Military & Veterans Pitch Competition

October 8, 2025

J. Cole Smith in front of academic buildings.

J. Cole Smith in front of academic buildings.

University News

J. Cole Smith named Clemson University’s new Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost

October 7, 2025

A landscape image of Sikes Hall from across the street, with Chandler L. Burns Hall in the foreground on the left side.

A landscape image of Sikes Hall from across the street, with Chandler L. Burns Hall in the foreground on the left side.

University News

Clemson University named best university in South Carolina in U.S. News & World Report 2026 rankings

September 23, 2025