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Topic: Military Traditions

Clemson’s proud tradition of military excellence dates back to its founding as a military school for cadets seeking the highest academic excellence. In 1916, ROTC was instituted under the National Defense Act, and in 1917 the entire senior class enlisted in World War I. To date, more than 10,000 Clemson men and women have served in the U.S. armed forces. We are humbled by their courage, grateful for their sacrifice and committed to serving them well as they earn their degree or begin a new career on campus.

Latest Stories in Military Traditions

Members of Clemson Undergraduate Student Government work with the Student Veterans of America to bring more than 350 people together in the fifth annual Walk for Veterans in April 2019

Clemson University to celebrate Military Appreciation Week Oct. 28-Nov. 2

Amanda Nicks at the December 2018 "Hail and Farewell" ceremony for graduating student veterans

Clemson’s Amanda Nicks to attend renowned program for women’s student veterans

2018 Walk for Veterans

Fifth annual Walk for Veterans is set for Saturday, April 6, at Clemson

Brennan Beck speaks in front of graduating student veterans, families and special guests at the fall 2018 "Hail and Farewell" recognition inside Hendrix Student Center.

Clemson honors 13 student veterans in “Hail and Farewell” ceremony

Ty Robinson and Victoria Graham, VA work-study students at Clemson, in front of the university seal at Vickery Hall.

Graham, Robinson earn student veteran honors for fall semester

Brennan Beck speaking before a group of colleagues in Hendrix Student Center on Nov. 15, 2018

Beck reflects on combat experiences, transition to Clemson in Student Affairs event

The lounge area of the new Student Veteran Center located in Vickery Hall.

Clemson officials welcome new Student Veteran Center

Ashley Johnson, a Clemson senior, along with service dog Aubrey in the Student Veterans Center

Clemson senior chosen to attend Student Veterans of America Leadership Institute

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