Inside Clemson

International Services Team

“Wasim Gendi, Nathaniel Hazel, Phyllis Lawless, and Natalia Rey are FANTASTIC! They have worked tirelessly over the past few weeks to welcome our new and continuing international students to campus! Thank you Team for all your hard work!” – Lindsey Hill, Director, International Services

Walker Massey, IT Accessibility Specialist, CCIT Internal Operations

“Walker is an exceptional expert in her field and goes out of her way to help anyone new to digital accessibility. Her enthusiasm for creating a digital accessible campus is contagious and has sparked an accessibility fire that will surely not go out!” – Anonymous

Shannon Lattimore, Administrative assistant, Center for Human Genetics

“Shannon is essential for the smooth functioning of the Center for Human Genetics, taking care of a multitude of diverse tasks which she always completes on time or ahead of time and to perfection. She has a ‘can do’ attitude and personifies the quality of performance that Clemson University emulates: dedication, service, respect and excellence.” – Anonymous

Suzanne Droddy, Accountant (CAFLS Associate Dean for Academic Affairs)

“She has worked tirelessly and thanklessly for her department for several years. It is time to give employees like Suzanne the thanks they deserve!” – Anonymous

Preston Kell, Coordinator for Advising and Coaching, Fraternity and Sorority Life

“Preston and the Interfraternity Council (IFC) exec board board planned and executed the Rush for 2025, which had record breaking numbers.” – Trish Robinson, Interim Director, Fraternity and Sorority Life

Vanessa Weston, Sr. Associate Director of Parking Operations

“The Office of Corporate Partnerships would like to recognize Vanessa Weston, Senior Associate Director of Parking Operations, for her outstanding support and dedication. Whenever we host VIP guests on campus, Vanessa consistently goes above and beyond to ensure every detail is handled seamlessly. Her professionalism, reliability, and willingness to go the extra mile make a tremendous difference in the success of our visits. Beyond her expertise, Vanessa is an absolute delight to work with and a true pleasure to know. We are grateful for her partnership and the positive impact she has across campus.” – Leslie Doss, Business Manager, Office of Corporate Partnerships

Lisa Bona, Chief Business Operations Officer, VP Finance & Operations

“A big thank you to Lisa Bona, our Chief Business Operations Officer, for her outstanding leadership and dedication. Your ability to streamline operations, support our team, and keep the bigger picture in focus makes a huge difference every day. We appreciate the vision, guidance, and energy you bring to our organization—keeping us moving forward with excellence! Thank you so much for being you!” – Patrice Cleveland, Administrative Coordinator, Office of Community and Ethical Standards 

The Offices of Student Financial Aid and Student Financial Services

“A heartfelt thank you to the dedicated staff in Clemson’s Offices of Financial Aid and Student Financial Services. Your hard work behind the scenes does not go unnoticed. From processing aid and posting it to tuition bills promptly, to providing exceptional customer service, you consistently go above and beyond — even when students and parents aren’t always on the same “timely” schedule. Your commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and putting students first makes a real difference. Your efforts help ease the financial process and support student success. Thank you for all you do, every single day.” – Jennifer Williams, Associate Director of Financial Aid

Steve Fullerton, Network Operations Center Director, CCIT Customer Support Services

“Steve consistently goes above and beyond to support the NOC team with complex troubleshooting and guidance. His technical expertise and willingness to jump in during critical issues keep our operations running smoothly and make him an outstanding teammate.” – Bharath Kotha, Tier 2 NOC Tech