B-Note June 13, 2019
June 13, 2019
Greetings fellow Tigers!
I recently came across this quote: “The results of philanthropy are always beyond calculation.” It resonated with me, as I often find it difficult to truly communicate the infinite impact of your gifts. With your gifts, you are providing future generations with a world-renowned and top education. You are providing them with a one-of-a-kind experience. You are forever changing the course of their lives. You are shaping our students as individuals, citizens and future leaders and innovators. You are giving them a place within the Clemson family. And when you’re a part of that family, you know there’s no greater place to be. The impact of your gifts is often intangible, but it is everywhere throughout our campus. And the changes happening before our very eyes – every day – is a reminder of how much we can accomplish when we come together as the Clemson family.
I’ve witnessed first-hand the power of philanthropy among Clemson Tigers – most recently with the new College of Business building and the Snow Family Outdoor Fitness and Wellness Center. When construction on the new education facility at the Snow Center reached its latest milestone, general contractor Sherman Construction welcomed key stakeholders from Clemson University, architect Cooper Carry and various project partners for a luncheon at the construction site, celebrating the near-completion of timber installation on an innovative project. Targeted to open later this fall, the new Outdoor Education Center will serve as home to Clemson’s Outdoor Recreation and Education (CORE) program.
Recently, several of the Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) staff members were able to take a tour of the construction site and get a glimpse of what the future holds for our College of Business – and our University. When the doors to the building open to our students in 2020, the impact of your gifts will be immediate and far-reaching. For those of us on campus, we can see the amazing transformation daily. You can also keep track of the progress of the building here. To learn more about the new building and how you can support the future for the College of Business at Clemson, click here.
Five new board members have been selected to serve three-year terms on the Clemson Alumni Association board of directors beginning July 1. The alumni board has 22 members and is the governing body for the Clemson Alumni Association. Primary responsibilities of the board include general oversight of the programs and initiatives of the association, financial audit and review, the establishment of governing policies and strategic planning. Thank you, Lori Anne Carr, Michael Clark, William “Bill” Thomas Linton III, Melanie Pniewski and Brad Smith, for your dedication and leadership to Clemson!
Last Friday, Bubba Britton and Patrick Sapp of the Clemson University Alumni Association joined the Philadelphia Clemson Club for their 3rd Annual Golf Tournament. During the golf outing and silent auction dinner, the club raised more than $7,000 for their scholarship fund in one day. Thank you, Philadelphia Clemson Club, for your support of Clemson University and your commitment to our students through scholarships!
B-Ready for the Future!
Clemson University is an exciting place to be! With more developments comes more opportunity to evolve and change even more students’ lives. There will always be “something in these hills.” We can’t often put it into words, but the Clemson family feels it. We honor our past while being ready for the future.
During the next two weeks, I propose this challenge: encourage your fellow Tigers to make their annual gift before June 30! The spirit among our Clemson family is strong and like no other, and I am confident that you will accept this challenge and inspire your fellow Tigers to give. Our goal is within our reach, but we can’t do it without your support. Together, we can achieve anything! Together, we are making a difference today, tomorrow and forever!
Call us at 864-656-5896 or visit our website to make your annual gift before the end of our fiscal year, June 30, and receive a free national championship decal.
Go Tigers!
Brian O’Rourke