November 30, 2016
Dear Friends, Creativity is one of the core values of our college — woven into every program, bearing fruit in countless ways. In November, the creativity of our students and faculty was on full display in notable ways. First, the Clemson Players’ production of John Cariani’s romantic comedy Almost, Maine was brilliant. The acting, lighting, […]
November 1, 2016
Dear Friends, The past month has been a whirlwind – classes have been in session for 11 consecutive weeks and students, faculty and staff alike can’t wait until fall break next week. I’m not sure who needs it more – students or faculty! At the October Board of Trustees meeting, an internal reorganization was approved […]
October 4, 2016
Dear Friends, Last night, attending the amazing Branford Marsalis concert with Kurt Elling, I was struck once again by the power of creativity. The concert was a tour de force with amazing new compositions, unique arrangements of jazz standards and extended improvisational solos from each of the artists. For me, the concert reaffirmed the need […]
August 30, 2016
Dear Friends, The school year is off to a fantastic start. More than 5,100 freshmen and transfer students have begun classes and the energy on campus is amazing! Last month I hosted a dinner for all faculty in the college who earned promotion last year. This is undoubtedly my favorite event of the year as […]
August 5, 2016
CAAH’s calendar is in stellar shape, with special events and activities planned throughout the year. Students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends — there’s something here for everyone, with more to come as the year unfolds. So read on, and stay tuned. Enjoy! Heads up, CAAH students! Global engagement opportunities abound Be part of the more […]
August 5, 2016
Dear Friends, Warm greetings from campus. As we swelter in the August heat and humidity, there is anticipation in the air for the start of the 2016-2017 school year. A record number of matriculating freshmen are expected on campus this week and faculty who have been away for the summer are returning to their offices […]
May 31, 2016
Dear Friends, Campus is fairly quiet these days except for the sounds emanating from all the various construction projects across town. It won’t be quiet for long as freshman orientation begins on June 13. More than 3,200 incoming freshmen will be visiting campus over the next several weeks. The circle of campus life is always […]
May 11, 2016
Warm congratulations to all winners of this year’s faculty and staff awards! Lightsey Fellows Program: Lee Wilson, Department of History, and Elizabeth Jemison, Department of Philosophy and Religion Established by Dr. and Mrs. Harry M. Lightsey with an original pledge of $100,000, the endowment provides support for junior faculty members in the humanities for summer […]
May 5, 2016
Dear Friends, Walking across campus recently, I was struck by the sights and sounds of finals week. Students were finishing their exams, running to deliver their final papers before a deadline and others were carrying their belongings to their cars for the summer break. I recall the bittersweet memories of this time of year as […]
April 6, 2016
Dear Friends, I had the amazing opportunity to accompany 21 special guests, along with President and Mrs. Clements, to visit the School of Architecture’s villa in Genoa, Italy last month. It was an incredible trip that allowed the group to see firsthand the transformational educational and cultural opportunities available to our students at the Charles […]
