Clemson College of Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences (CAFLS) master’s and doctoral students learned valuable communication skills by participating in the 2025 CAFLS Graduate Research Symposium. This event was held at the Edisto Research and Education Center (REC) near Blackville, South Carolina, and consisted of 3-minute thesis and poster competitions related to each participating student’s […]
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Alba J. Collart honored with Frank Panyko Distinguished Service Award for decade of leadership and impact
The Food Distribution Research Society (FDRS) proudly announces Alba J. Collart, a Clemson University associate professor of agricultural economics, as the recipient of the prestigious Frank Panyko Distinguished Service Award, recognizing her decade-long dedication to advancing food distribution research, student engagement and professional service. Collart received the award during the 2025 FDRS Conference Award Ceremony […]
Beecher continues as president of national agricultural organization
Paula Beecher, Director Alumni and Career Services in the College of Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences at Clemson University, returns to the Executive Committee to serve as the President on the Board of Directors for the National Agricultural Alumni and Development Association (NAADA). Beecher leads the national nonprofit’s executive team and board of more than […]
Scientists develop new mouse models to help fight high cholesterol
Clemson University scientists are helping pave the way for new treatments for high cholesterol and heart disease by developing innovative mouse models that allow researchers to study how immune cells can better remove cholesterol from the body. The study, published in Biology (Basel), focuses on two proteins—ABCA1 and ABCG1. These proteins help macrophages, a type […]
Learning from the field: chainsaw safety training course with Dr. Patrick Hiesl
This week, Dr. Patrick Hiesl led a comprehensive chainsaw safety training course for our graduate students and faculty to emphasize the importance of safety and preparedness in the field. The workshop was supported by Mr. Jeff Fellers from the Forestry and Wildlife Resources Extension team in Union County. His expertise and collaboration helped make the […]
Celebrating excellence: Jacob D. Bell receives society of american foresters scholarship
Jacob is a senior majoring in Forest Resource Management from Rock Hill, South Carolina. He is a dedicated student in the Clemson Honors College and an active CAFLS Ambassador. Jacob continually demonstrates his commitment to academic excellence, leadership, and service within the forestry community. The SAF scholarship recognizes students who excel both in and outside […]
Learning from the field: harvesting methods lab visits westminster site
Our FOR4100 Harvesting Methods Lab spent the day in Westminster, South Carolina, where students had the chance to visit an active harvest site alongside Forester Steven Bloom from the South Carolina Forestry Commission. During the visit, students engaged in meaningful discussions about best management practices in the forestry industry, exploring real-world applications of the concepts […]
Ideas to innovation – unlocking value
Join us for a seminar hosted by the Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences featuring Paul De Barro, senior principal research scientist, CSIRO – Australia’s National Science Agency. In the world of science and innovation, few individuals embody the journey from idea to impact as profoundly as De Barro. With nearly 30 years of experience […]
Garden-to-Table Luncheon offers hands-on culinary experience in Florence
Food enthusiasts and home cooks are invited to a unique hands-on culinary workshop. The Garden-to-Table Lunch and Learn event, hosted by Clemson University Cooperative Extension, will be Saturday, Sept. 20, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Florence1Farm, 2101 N. Williston Rd., Florence, South Carolina. Space is limited so early registration is encouraged. For more […]
Clemson announces Fall 2025 Entomology 8090 lecture series
Everyone is welcome to come learn about insects during the Fall 2025 Entomology 8090 lecture series. The seminars will be given on campus in Room G100 of the Biosystems Research Complex. Zoom links will be available for all in-person presentations. The Sept. 12 presentation will just be available via Microsoft Teams. Series speakers and meeting […]
