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Employee Shout-outs – March 14, 2024

Allan Garrett, Project Manager, Facilities Planning and Design

“Allan does an excellent job in every project he manages. He provides excellent communication, ensures the project is completed correctly, answers all questions thoroughly and provides immediate follow up without delay.”  – Anonymous


Kim Webb, Office Manager, Physics and Astronomy

“Kim goes above and beyond to help anyone that comes into her office. While down an Accounts Payable and Receivable Accountant, she became the main point of contact for the department, assisting faculty, Staff, and students, as well as directing all to the correct coverage accountant. Office managers certainly don’t get enough credit. On behalf of the College of Science AP/AR Team, we appreciate her hard work, dedication, and teamwork.” – Anonymous

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Wanda Rhodes, Staff, Finance and Operations – March 6, 2024

Clemson University mourns the death of Wanda Rhodes, accountant and fiscal analyst for Shared Services in the Division of Finance and Operations. She passed away on March 6, 2024. Rhodes began her Clemson career on March 2, 2001, and worked for Student Affairs until 2019 before joining Shared Services.

Counseling services are available to faculty and staff through ComPysch, the University’s Employee Assistance Program provider, at 866-365-0813.

A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, March 9, at Sandifer Funeral Home Chapel in Westminster, S.C., with burial to follow at Chauga Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends and family from 12:30-1:30 p.m., prior to the service at Sandifer Funeral Home.

Wanda Rhodes’ obituary is available online.

Clemson University Obituaries
Obituaries for active employees, retirees and current students are issued by Marketing and Communications once we are able to confirm the information. Since faculty and staff live and work throughout the state, we depend on university departments, colleagues or friends to notify us of the deaths of active employees and retirees.

Employee Shout-outs – March 7, 2024

The Office of Career Engagement Team: Elli Miles, Leah Hughes, Lauren Bender, Macy McCoy, Seth Harding, Claire Kelly

“A small but mighty team of 3 FT, 1 GA and 3 interns serve the Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business by connecting and engaging students with alumni, employers, faculty, and friends of Clemson through innovative programming and initiatives. Activities include the new Career Suite, or as it has come to be known by students as the C-Suite, etiquette dinners, portfolio workshops, networking events, career fairs and so much more!” – Lisa Bundrick, Director, Office of Career Engagement


Jamie Martin, Assistant Director, Student Accessibility Services

“I just want to say a BIG THANK YOU for all of your help these past couple of years! You are always someone we can count on and your dedication to students is bar none! We want to let you know how much you are appreciated. THANK YOU for your hard work and dedication!” – Anonymous


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Harold ‘Hal’ Harris, Jr., Professor Emeritus of Applied Economics and Statistics – March 4, 2024

Harold “Hal” Harris, Jr., Professor Emeritus of Applied Economics and Statistics, passed away on March 4, 2024 at the age of 84.

Harris was hired on October 20, 1975, where he taught and worked with farmers in Extension service. He retired in June 2003 but returned to work in various positions from 2003 through 2018, totaling 43 years with the University.

His honors included the Award for Faculty Excellence, the Distinguished Public Service Award, and induction into the Dairy Hall of Fame.

Harris arrived at Clemson after spending five years as an associate professor at Virginia Tech. He graduated Pi Kappa Phi from Auburn University and then entered the United Statss Army, where he served in the 7th Cavalry division as a first lieutenant. He completed his education at Purdue University, earning a doctorate in Agricultural Economics.

A celebration of his life and achievements will be held later in March, date to be announced, in the Chapel of Duckett-Robinson Funeral Home in Central, S.C.

His obituary is available online.

Paul Holmes, Professor Emeritus of Mathematical Sciences – March 4, 2024

Paul Holmes, Professor Emeritus of Mathematical Sciences, passed away on March 4, 2024 at the age of 88.

He was hired on August 16, 1970 and taught for nearly 32 years before retiring in July 2002. He served with the Emeritus College from June 2015 until his passing. 

After graduating from Washington State with a master’s degree, Paul earned a Doctorate in Mathematics from Stanford University and taught at Purdue University (four years) and Rutgers (three years) before his Clemson career.

Visitations will be held Saturday, March 9, from 12-2 p.m. at the Patrick Square Clubhouse, Keller Blvd, Clemson, S.C and Sunday, March 10 from 3-5 p.m. at the Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community (Guinyard Mansion), 1 Still Hopes Dr, W. Columbia, S.C. There will be a private family service held at a later date. Casual attire is requested.

His obituary is available online.

Employee Shout-outs – March 5, 2024

Lisa Ruggiero Wagner, Lecturer, Biological Sciences

“Lisa invests a lot of time and effort into creating fun and engaging activities for her students. She is an amazing instructor and great colleague!” Kelly Willemssens, Lecturer, Biological Sciences


Vonda Marcengill, Administrative Coordinator, Agricultural Sciences

“Vonda is the calm during the storm. She is the hand always willing to reach out and help. She is the smile that greets you each day. The department could not run efficiently without her.” – Anonymous


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Employee Shout-Outs – February 27, 2024

Gregg Moore, Information Systems Business Analyst III, CCIT

“Gregg is the real MVP. Not only does he happily answer all of my questions, but he is extremely knowledgeable, kind, and I know I can always count on him.” – Kelsey Loftus,  Information Systems Business Analyst III, The Graduate School


Andrew Poling, Director of Strategic Planning, CECAS Business Office

“Congratulations to Andrew on his well-deserved promotion to Director of Strategic Planning! His dedication, teamwork, and uplifting spirit make him an invaluable asset to the CECAS Business Office, and we’re thrilled to see him continue to positively impact our team’s success.” – Anonymous


Cari Latimer, Call Center Director, Office of Research and Organizational Development

“Cari is dedicated, hard-working, and incredibly kind. She is a servant leader and inspires everyone who knows her to have a joyful and grateful mindset, no matter the situation or task at hand. Clemson University Learning Institute is so fortunate to have her on our team!” – Catherine Moore, Director of Training, ThinkShops and smartEDGE


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Employee Shout-outs – February 22, 2024

Aarti Malhotra, Program Ops Coordinator, Academic Success Center

“Aarti Malhotra is diligent, detail-oriented, and delightful 100% of the time. While her role is quite complex and requires full attention and concentration, Aarti never misses an opportunity to give full attention to people. She brightens the day of every single person she interacts with–faculty, staff, or student. She has the heart of a true leader!” – Anonymous


Alexis Jennings, Policy Studies Program Coordinator

“Alexis goes above and beyond for the Political Science department. Thank you for always finding a way to make every day marvelous!” – Anonymous


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