Month: September 2025

By Katie Gerbasich

Kyler Bose was a former Events Lead intern with the Robert H. Brooks Sports Science Institute. After graduating from Clemson in December 2024 she began working for the City of Clemson in their Parks and Recreation Department as the Community Programs Coordinator. Here, she plans and executes large-scale special events for the city. Blose hopes to one day be a manager or director of her own events department.

What does your job as Community Programs Coordinator look like? 

Every day is different. I plan and execute many of our large-scale special events, such as our upcoming Halloween event, “Trick or Treat on College Ave”, but I also do a lot with our senior citizen programs and youth programming. During the summer, I am the Assistant Director for Camp Clemson -a six week summer day camp for ages 5-10 years old- and the Assistant Director of TREC-our four week teen camp for ages 11-13 years old. I also handle a majority of vendor coordination for events and program registrations when I am not at an event or working on special projects throughout the year. 

How have you taken what you learned with the Institute into what you’re doing now? 

During my time as the Events Leader with the Institute, I learned a lot about what taking lead looks like and how to appropriately communicate your needs to people outside of your team. It really honed my skills on vendor communication and event scheduling, especially since I was the one tasked with arranging catering, decorations, finding a vendor for mini golf and a ton of other moving parts. I am not afraid to be specific and be direct, but also ensure that I remain professional, respectful, and open minded at all times. 

What are your future plans looking like? 

I hope to continue building my career portfolio and take on bigger projects in the next year. I think that I would like to become a manager or director over my own Programs and Events department someday. My current goal is to become a manager in the next two years. There is a lot of growth happening in this field and I have so many ideas for what the future of event planning can look like. 

What advice would you give to current students regarding the Institute? 

I like to think that the Institute gave me the extra push I needed to pursue my current career. It builds you up as a professional and forces you to take on new challenges. Never be afraid to say yes to a project or ask for help, the Institute is a tool and a valuable resource for other organizations but it is also a learning experience for you as well. Joining RBHSSI as their Events Lead was the best decision I ever made and played a huge role in shaping me as a professional.

By Evelyn Lane

Michael Cloer graduated from Clemson in 2023 with a dual bachelor’s in mechanical engineering and math, with a minor in computer science. He received the Markvan Bellamy Brooks Endowed Scholarship in 2022. He wanted to arm himself with the tools to develop and utilize physically-informed models of vehicle performance.

How have you utilized your major/concentration in sports to help your career?

My dual engineering and math background provided the analytical foundation essential for simulation work in Formula 1. The mathematical modeling skills and engineering principles directly translate to vehicle dynamics simulation and performance optimization.

What is your current role and where are you located?

 I work as a simulation performance engineer at Oracle Red Bull Racing, where I develop and run computational models to optimize car performance. I look most closely at using our simulations to understand the operational envelope of the vehicle, and to identify the important factors in future car development.

What was your journey like since graduating from Clemson?

After graduating from Clemson, I moved from the United States to the UK to pursue my master’s in Motorsports Engineering at Cranfield University.

What advice would you give to future Brooks Scholars as they approach post-grad?

I would advise people to form a clear picture of what their goals are in the short and long term, so that they can concentrate their efforts on walking that path. Having this clarity helps you make strategic decisions about your education and career moves.

By Evelyn Lane

Peter Gaspich is a current Automotive Engineering student graduating in May 2026. He received the Markvan Bellamy Brooks Endowed Scholarship in 2024. He is currently the Suspension Division Lead for Clemson Formula SAE, leading a team of student engineers, and over the summer he was a General Motors Motorship Tires R&D Intern in Concord, North Carolina.

How have you utilized your major/concentration in sports to help you throughout internships?

Most of the skills I use today were gained from my experience as the Suspension Lead for Clemson Formula SAE. My involvement gave me valuable experience in vehicle dynamics, simulation, team management, data analysis, vehicle tuning, and so much more. Almost every skill I apply at work was gained from my experience on the team. I also have the Department of Automotive Engineering to thank to help give me the connections and interpersonal skills needed to excel in the industry.

What was your internship and where were you located?

Over the summer I was a Motorsports Tire R&D Intern at General Motors. My role involved testing, modeling, and simulating tire performance to better predict and optimize vehicle performance going into the race weekend. GM Motorsports has afforded me a unique opportunity to work in a variety of series, including NASCAR, Cadillac LMDh in IMSA/WEC, and even the brand new TWG-Cadillac F1 Team!

What advice would you give to future Brooks Scholars as they approach post-grad?

While I haven’t graduated, I would encourage anyone pursuing a career in motorsports to never be intimidated and remain dedicated to their passion. The most important factor in my success wasn’t my GPA or my proficiency in mathematics, physics, dynamics, or any other schoolwork, it was my dedication to my passion and my willingness to sacrifice my time to participate in a hands-on motorsports experience, such as Formula SAE. A crucial skill in any engineering field is knowing how to apply your knowledge, which from my experience, is a skill that cannot be learned within the limits of the classroom.

The Robert H. Brooks Sports Science Institute is thrilled to welcome several new Clemson faculty members to its cohort of Faculty Fellows.

SUSAN LIMBER, Ph.D., MLS

Dan Olweus Professor, Department of Psychology

Dr. Limber is an Emeritus Professor in the Department of Psychology. Prior to her retirement in 2025, she was named the Dan Olweus Professor, highlighting her significant contributions to furthering the work of the late Dan Olweus, a pioneer in bullying prevention work. Dr. Limber is a developmental psychologist who also holds a Master’s of Legal Studies. Her nearly 25 years of research focus on psychological and legal issues related to bullying among children, as well as youth civic engagement, and children’s rights. She co-authored the book, Cyberbullying: Bullying in the Digital Age, in 2008. Awarded by the American Psychological Association (APA), she is a recipient of the Early Career Award for Distinguished Contributions to Psychology in the Public Interest. Before coming to Clemson, Dr. Limber was the Associate Director at the Institute for Families in Society at the University of South Carolina. She also provided consultation to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on bullying prevention efforts from 2001-2016. Now, she serves as the Graduate Program Director for a PhD in International Family & Community Studies.

KATHRYN KISSKA-SCHULZE, JD, LL.M.

Associate Professor, School of Accountancy

Kisska-Schulze is the Elliott Davis Associate Professor and Associate Director of the Powers College of Business, School of Accountancy. She launched the School of Accountancy’s first Sports Law course in 2024. Her research focuses on the amateur and collegiate sports arena, with particular emphasis given to various tax consequences that could impact the amateur sports industry as it continues to evolve. Kisska-Schulze has published 13 sports-related research articles to date, including one titled “Brute Force (Anti) Federalism,” which won the Holmes-Cardozo Award in 2022. This premier research award is granted by the Academy of Legal Studies in Business. She has been invited to present her research or speak on sports law issues at Oklahoma Law School, UC Irvine Law, and various other schools across the country. Previously, she served for three years as Chair of the Sports and Entertainment Law Section of the internationally recognized Academy of Legal Studies in Business. Additionally, Kisska-Schulze now sits on Clemson’s Faculty Athletic Council.

ETHAN KUNG, Ph.D.

Associate Professor, Departments of Mechanical Engineering and Bioengineering

Kung is an Associate Professor jointly appointed in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Bioengineering. His interdisciplinary research on aspects of cardiovascular biomechanics intersects with athletic performance and human physiology. Kung was awarded the National Science Foundation CAREER Award to develop an experimental-computational hybrid modeling framework of the cardiovascular system. This framework can be applied to better understand the complex relationship between exercise and body mechanics. His research has gained supportive funding from the American Heart Association, the Children’s Heart Foundation, and Saving Tiny Hearts Society. Additionally, he is an associate editor for the American Society of Mechanical Engineers Journal of Biomechanical Engineering and serves on the Executive Committee of the ASME’s Bioengineering Division.

ALEX CHISHOLM, Ph.D.

Associate Professor, Department of Teaching and Learning

Chisholm is as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Teaching and Learning. He brings over fifteen years of experience teaching various social sciences in K-12, as well as mentorship experience at the University of Georgia. Chisholm’s research primarily focuses on black social studies, race in education, and civic education. His work explores the relationship between sports and societal development. A top journal in his field, The Social Studies Journal, recently published his article titled “Beyond the Standard: Teaching Civic Engagement Through Black Athlete Activism and Resistance.” At Clemson, Chisholm is also the Secondary Social Studies Student-Teaching Coordinator.

Clemson faculty and staff making contributions to the sports field, broadly defined, are invited to apply to become members of the Institute. Fellows meet twice annually, collaborate on multi-disciplinary projects and are eligible to receive additional funding from RHBSSI for their work. Click here to view the full list of fellows and click here to learn more about becoming a Brooks Fellow.