Vic Shelburne Honored for 40 years as Scoutmaster

Vic Shelburne, Professor Emeritus in the Department of Forestry and Natural Resources, was honored for 40 years of service as scoutmaster of Scouts BSA Troop 235 in a ceremony at Clemson City Hall on October 20, 2020.  He received a proclamation from the City of Clemson, along with recognitions from officials in local, state and national government, and current and former scouts.

Click HERE to read more about this tremendous accomplishment!!

Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the SC Legislature passed a law that will allow any registered voter to vote absentee for any reason. Below are listed the local options to vote absentee by county:

Oconee County:
Oconee County Board of Voter Registration & Elections
415 South Pine Street, Walhalla SC 29691
October 5 – November 2, Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Pickens County:
Pickens County Administration Building – Elections Office
222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens
October 5 – November 2, Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
October 31, Saturday 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Village Branch Library in Pickens
124 North Catherine Street, Pickens
October 5 – November 2, Monday – Friday 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
October 31, Saturday 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Hampton Memorial Library in Easley
304 Biltmore Road, Easley
October 19 – October 30, Monday – Friday 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
October 31, Saturday 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Central Clemson Library in Central
105 Commons Way, Central
October 19 – October 30, Monday – Friday 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
October 31, Saturday 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Greenville County:
Voter Registration and Elections Office
301 University Ridge, Suite 1900, Greenville
October 5 – November 2, Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
October 24, Saturday  8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
October 31, Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Renfrew Church
951 Geer Highway, Travelers Rest
October 12 – October 30, Monday – Friday 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Anderson County:
Voter Registration and Elections Office
301 North Main Street, Anderson
October 5 – November 2, Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
October 31, Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

If you have questions about voting absentee, want to see your sample ballot, or just have general questions about the election or voting, go to https://www.scvotes.org/. This website has a lot of useful information that you may find helpful.

**Information courtesy of Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative

Emeritus College honors 2020 Emeritus Award for Research and Scholarship Recipients

The Emeritus College honored its 2020 Emeritus Award for Research and Scholarship recipients at a virtual ceremony on October 6.

This award was established by the Emeritus College Advisory Board to recognize emeritus faculty members who continue to produce extraordinary research and scholarship, either in their discipline or in a new field. The award is presented in even-numbered years.

The ceremony was led by Dr. Debra Jackson, Emeritus College Director, Dr. Joel Greenstein, Chair of the Emeritus College Advisory Board, and Dr. Calvin Schoulties, Chair, Emeritus College Awards Committee. The ceremony was attended by several university administrators, emeritus faculty as well as family and colleagues of the recipients.

Dr. Tanju Karanfil, vice president for research, provided the keynote address. Dr. Karanfil provided attendees with an update on the Clemson’s R-1 status and research as well we stated, “Emeritus faculty helped us to lay the grounds for a strong culture. Because of the hard work that you have done, today we have accomplished the Carnegie R1 status. Of course, we do not stop there. We will continue to improve but I would like to recognize the major roles that every one of you as Clemson faculty and administrators have played in that accomplishment.”

Click here to view Dr. Karanfil’s presentation.

The recipients of the 2020 Emeritus Award for Research and Scholarship are:

Dr. David Bodde, Professor and Senior Fellow Emeritus of Automotive Engineering, CU-ICAR

• 2016-2017: Provided Expertise to the National Academies (of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine)

• 2016-2020: Senior Scholar with the Ewing Marion Kaufmann Foundation

• Current Book Project: “Missional Entrepreneurships: How Values-Based Enterprises Build Freedom from Poverty”

• From his nominator:  “Dr. Bodde continues his life as a scholar, applying his knowledge and expertise to societal challenges such as global energy issues, technological changes that threaten the automotive industry, and even chronic poverty. He is very deserving of this award.”

Dr. Stephen Hedetniemi, Professor Emeritus and Chair of Computer Sciences

• 2012-2020: Published (with co-authors) 64 journal articles (average of 7 per year) in respected journals, edited three books

• 16 publications, currently, accepted to be published

• He continues to work with students during the pandemic to assist them in developing their computer-based strengths

• From his nominator: “His prolific publication record since retiring has contributed more than half to achieving his current Google Scholar h-index of 58, over 7,000 of his total number of citations, that is approaching 20,000, and 74 publications toward his total lifetime publication count of over 300.”

Click here to read more about their amazing accomplishments post retirement!!

A video recording of the presentation is available online.

Emeritus College virtual presentations

During these unprecedented times, the Emeritus College continues providing a robust virtual presentation schedule. These workshops and seminars have not only been attended by emeritus faculty, but by the greater University community. A list of upcoming and past presentations is available online.

VOTING ABSENTEE IN SC

With the June primary right around the corner and every voter in SC now qualified to vote absentee, we wanted to pass on important information about absentee voting.

There are three ways to get an absentee ballot.

1. Go to the County Elections Office and fill out and vote. Click the HERE to see your  SC County Elections Office location.

2. Call the County Elections Office and ask them to send you the application form. You fill out the application form mail it in and then the will mail you an absentee ballot.

3. Go to the website (https://www.scvotes.org/), enter some key information, then print, sign, and mail in the application form. Since it can be a bit confusing, CLICK HERE FOR EASY INSTRUCTIONS for navigating the website!

Special thanks to Dr. Dan Warner (Professor Emeritus of Mathematical Sciences) and his wife, Patty, for providing this valuable information.

On April 30, 2020, Skip Eisiminger, Professor Emeritus of English gave a very informational online presentation to emeritus faculty. His presentation, “For the Birds” provided an informal celebration and enticement to ornithology by a “bird reader.” While Skip has no formal training in the study of birds, he does

take most opportunities to watch his feathered friends especially on “Nat. Geo.” as much as he dislikes that abbreviation. Mostly, Dr, Eisiminger just reads about birds who continue to amaze him. “For the Birds,”  was the crème de la crème of his “bird readings” and assiduous collecting habits over the last forty years. The presentation was attended by numerous faculty and as always involved a lively Q &A session! The Emeritus College appreciates Skip’s enthusiasm for presenting in the new format. Click HERE for the handout from the presentation.  Click HERE for video of presentation.

Dr. Margaree Crosby- First African American Professor Emerita at Clemson University

Clemson’s over 800 emeritus faculty have all contributed in so many ways to not only Clemson but the community, the greater good and throughout the world. Mark Anthony Williams Jr. has agreed to assist one such faculty member in her quest to record her amazing history of contributions. Dr. Margaree Crosby, Professor Emerita of Curriculum and Instruction, has paved the way for progress throughout her lifetime. As a student at South Carolina State University, she actively protested social issues most notable the July 16, 1960 sit-in at the downtown Greenville Library System. She and seven of her peers (including her good friend Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr.) selected a book and sat down to read, only to swiftly be confronted by local police resulting in her and the others arrest. The “Greenville 8’s” case elevated through the courts and the library was later closed and reopened as an integrated public facility.

Dr. Crosby served Clemson University with dignity, thoughtfulness and her attitude for positive change. She has championed mentorship as a service we should all provide to our community and her dedication to this goal can be found in the students and young people she guided throughout the years. While Dr. Crosby has had some health challenges in the recent years,  that has not slowed down her ability to instill change. In its 100 year history, she went on to become the first female member of the Board of Trustees at the Greenville Hospital System.

We look forward to Dr. Crosby’s biography and cannot wait to read more about a life well-lived. Bravo Dr. Crosby!!

*Excerpted from Facebook post  Mark Anthony Williams, Jr.

Emeritus College Moves to Virtual Programming!!

The Emeritus College had a full schedule of events for this spring to take place at the College. Given recent events, we have had to rethink about how we can best deliver these events to our faculty in a safe, engaging manner! With the Governor closing all P-K schools and universities through April 30^th, plus the President’s guidelines to continue social distancing through the end of  May means that will continue to be working differently. The Emeritus College has developed opportunities to continue to host live programming for our members utilizing the videoconferencing format, ZOOM.  The first live webinar is planned for April 9^th at 10:00am with Lili Klar and Rodger Bishop of the Clemson Libraries, using the Zoom platform.

Click HERE for a prepared resource sheet on the Zoom format.  We can manage 300 participants in the Zoom platform, so please join us.  We will continue to add programming each week! If you would like to provide a program for emeritus faculty via the webinar format, please contact Nicci Hanewald (nherman@clemson.edu),  so we can make sure and get the program on the schedule.   We also are exploring additional avenues for interactions through social media and will let you know when those go online.

The College looks forward to providing engaging program for our faculty during this time!! Stay safe and healthy!

Emeritus College Offers a Varied Program Schedule for Emeritus Faculty, the University and the Community! 

During the first two months of 2020, the Emeritus College has had a robust programming schedule with options for everyone. Our musical events took us on a Musical Journey through the Americas from Rio de Janeiro to New Orleans (Dr. Paula Heusinkveld, Professor Emerita of Languages and Jorge Medina) to the Classical Guitar with Yuji Kishimoto, Professor Emeritus of Architecture.

Well-renowned chemist, Dr. Mary Virginia Orna offered a seminar on “How Color Changed the World” which traced the history of color usage as a chemical endeavor from the earliest records to the present day. Dr. Leigh Anne Clark, Professor of Genetics and Biochemistry, provided a wonderful session on her research in canine inherited diseases. Local Author, Vince Jackson, presented his research on Clemson’s Little John Grill. A Clemson landmark where many famous musicians preformed and was important in the elimination of Jim Crow Law in South Carolina. Dr. John Meriwether, Professor Emeritus of Physics and Astronomy, held a insightful and informative seminar on his

climate change research and findings. The French language has played an important role in Dr. John Bednar’s, Professor Emeritus of Languages, and we were lucky to have him share his experiences both with the language and the country of France.

For participants that wanted a more hands-on approach to learning, the  College held workshops on Genealogy with Sylvia Thomas,  English Dance with Dr. Jamison (Professor Emeritus of Mathematical Sciences), Self-Publishing with Dr. Fred Sias (Professor Emeritus of Electrical and Computer Engineering), Talking and Playing Video Games with Your Grandkids with Dr. Brian Malloy, Associate Professor Emeritus of Computer Science, and a lunch discussion with Ed Arnold, Professor Emeritus of Languages, about his interactions and friendships built in East Germany through pen pal letters.

All this and only two months into the year!! Click HERE for more information regarding upcoming events or visit the EC Website or University Calendar.

2019 Holiday Social: Fun, Food and Fellowship

Over 200 faculty and guests kicked off the holiday season at Palmettos Catering and Event Center in Pendleton on December 3. The evening was full of fun, music and great food! Thanks to Terri and Jim, also of Palmettos Smokehouse and Oyster Bar, for all the great catering and the wonderful location!! HornTraXX  provided the festive music with plenty of dancing!!  The Fun Box Photo Booth Company provided faculty and their guest an opportunity for fun photos to commemorate the night!! A great time was had by all!

National College Learning Center Association
Lifetime Achievement Award

Beginning with the Annual Conference in 2003, the NCLCA Executive Board has honored learning center professionals who have contributed an extraordinary amount of service to the learning center profession, including research, publications, service, and leadership.

2019 Recipient: Elaine Richardson

Elaine Richardson earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology at Memphis State University.  She then went on to earn a Master of Science in Dairy Science and later a PhD in Animal Physiology at Clemson University. Elaine began her career in higher education as a Research Technologist at Clemson University in 1972. She soon transitioned to an instructional role, becoming a professor of Animal and Veterinary Science. In 1998, Elaine entered the field of learning support, when she accepted the Coordinator position for Clemson University’s CU 101 (University Success Skills). Then, in 2002 she became the Director of Clemson’s Academic Success Center, where she served until 2014. Elaine’s love for students and for the learning support community led her to NCLCA where she continues to serve. Her contributions to NCLCA include serving as Vice-President, President, and Immediate Past President from 2009-2012; Chair of the committee to develop the Learning Center of Excellence Program from 2010-2014; Co-chair of the NCLCA Webinar program from 2014-2016; Chair of the Learning Center of Excellence Program from 2015-2018; Certification Chair on the NCLCA Board from 2015-2018; and Learning Center of Excellence Review Committee from 2015 to the present. Under Elaine’s direction, two of her tutors won the ATP Tutor of the Year Award and one student won the 2006 International Outstanding SI Leader award. Additionally, her learning center has won the International Outstanding Supplemental Instruction Program Award, the NCLCA/LSCHE Website Excellence Award, and the Frank L. Christ Outstanding Learning Center Award. Elaine co-organized and drafted the bylaws for the South Carolina College Learning Center Association. She has devoted her life to serving her students, colleagues, and profession.

Previous recipients:
Frank Christ: 2003                                                                                              

Martha Maxwell: 2004                                                                                         

Carol Cashen: 2005                                                                                   

Charlotte Short: 2008

Johanna Dvorak: 2011

Alan Craig: 2014

Jacqueline Harris: 2017

David Reedy: 2018