Extension Employee News

February 2024: Monthly Director’s Letter

A man and woman raking mulch.

Dear Extension Family, I am well aware of and humbled by the devotion so many have for their Extension responsibilities because of the amount of time put in and when it is put in–often outside of the regular Monday through Friday work week for many. I am touched when those of you who are able […]

2024 County Office Holiday Information

Optional Holiday Request/Approval Process The 2024 County Holiday Schedule includes an optional holiday, which is not included in the 2024 University Holiday Schedule this year. As such, the request and approval process for Extension County employee optional holiday use in 2024 will differ from previous years. To request an optional holiday, employees must follow the […]

January 2024: Monthly Director’s Letter

Dear Extension Family, As I reflect on last year, I realize how evident it is that our talented team of Agents, Associates, Specialists, and staff deliver significant levels of service to improve South Carolina’s economy and environment and the well-being of its citizens. The creativity and enthusiasm put into preparing and presenting programs are simply […]

SC State Fair Information

This is a reminder that there is still time to sign up to work the Extension Booth at the SC State Fair beginning on Wednesday, October 11, and ending on Sunday, October 22. New additions to the booth will include a Weather Station demo and the Ag Safety trailer. Please visit the sign-up sheet to […]

Marlyne Walker Memorial Leadership Award

The Extension Emerging Leadership Initiative (EELI) cohorts would like to remember and honor Ms. Marlyne Walker (2020 EELI graduate) with an annual leadership award named for her. Marlyne passed away in 2022 and was a positive, enthusiastic and dedicated leader in Clemson Extension and ELLI. With this award, her legacy will continue and encourage aspiring […]

Updated Travel Policy and Procedures

As of July 1st, the updated travel policy and procedures for Clemson University employees are now in effect. We would like to provide you with a brief overview of the significant changes and important reminders for employees regarding the new policy and procedures. These changes have been communicated in OURClemson, training sessions, and/or on our […]

July 2023: Monthly Director’s Letter

Dear Extension Family, The Extension Emerging Leadership Initiative (ELLI) cohorts would like to honor Ms. Marlyne Walker’s legacy with the Marlyne Walker Memorial Leadership Award for an EELI graduate for outstanding leadership, mentorship and service. Ms. Walker passed away in 2022 and was a 2020 EELI graduate and a positive, enthusiastic and dedicated leader in […]

2023 South Carolina State Fair

The State Fair will open on Wednesday, October 11, and close on Sunday, October 22. The Cooperative Extension booth setup is scheduled for Tuesday, October 10.If you are interested in signing up to volunteer for a shift, visit the work shift linkPlease note signing up for a shift is a commitment and you will be […]

2023 Writing Workshops

Writing for an Extension Audience (The below information is available as a PDF file) Dates and Registration Links July 18: PeeDee REC, Florence: Registration LinkThe Clemson and Sandhill REC workshops are full. Contact Susan Guynn, PhDDirector of Assessment and ScholarshipAssociate Extension Specialistsguynn@clemson.edu Workshop Information Overview Purpose: The purpose of this workshop is to provide writing […]

State Budget Update

For FY 2023-24, Clemson PSA is requesting state investments in Clemson programs and facilities that help address problematic wildlife, keep South Carolina farmers nationally and internationally competitive, and support critical research and outreach functions that benefit South Carolinians. On May 16, Governor McMaster called legislators back into session to finish their work. The budget conference […]