Inside Clemson

Building Futures: Clemson continues to enhance its facilities

By Jackie Todd, Office of Media Relations Construction continues with projects on much of Clemson’s main campus with temporary closures and parking spot relocations. But officials say with short-term pain, there is a lot of gain. “I realize that major construction projects create temporary inconveniences, but the long-term results will be worth it,” said President […]

Staff Senate fundraiser helps feed hungry kids in our community

The Staff Senate Activities Committee is sponsoring a BackPack drive through Golden Harvest Food Bank. The Staff Senate has pledged to raise $1,800 in order to support 10 kids this coming school year. Learn more and make your donation here. What is the BackPack program? The BackPack program meets the needs of hungry children at […]

Getting around: Clemson, Zipcar offer car-share program

Clemson has partnered with with Zipcar to offer a car-sharing program on campus. The convenient transportation option is now available at an affordable rate 24 hours a day, seven days a week for faculty, staff students, ages 18 and older. Clemson will initially offer six vehicles, two SmartWay Elite Hybrids, three SmartWays and one plug-in […]

Clemson Be True: Calling change-makers for Clemson, the nation, the world

How can you be true to yourself and contribute to positive change on campus and in the world?  This fall semester, faculty, staff and students can join the Clemson Be True initiative and take dialogue at Clemson to a new place of deeper listening and understanding. Learn more about this free, self-paced, remote learning and […]

Got plans this weekend? Volunteer for move-in day

For many students, it’s the first time that they have left home for a long period of time. Others could just use a helping hand. University Housing & Dining is looking for volunteers this Saturday, Aug. 15 as the university welcomes the newest members of the Clemson Family. Join the Clemson Home Move-In Crew, which […]

Two new services offered by Clemson’s Office of Human Resources earn praise from new employees

Joining Clemson University’s ranks has never been easier thanks to two significant upgrades to services provided by the Office of Human Resources (OHR). First, Clemson’s onboarding program is a service that allows newly hired faculty and staff to quickly become acclimated to their work environment and gain an appreciation for the university’s objectives and culture. […]

Faculty-directed Study Abroad programs during 2015-16

Clemson Abroad seeks proposals for faculty-directed study abroad programs for the 2015-16 academic year. Submit proposals through online process Beginning with this 2016 proposal cycle, Clemson Abroad has moved to an online process for faculty-directed programs (both new and renewal programs). This process will help gather and share information about programs electronically and integrate better […]

Search for Chief Diversity Officer continues

We are continuing our search for a Chief Diversity Officer, who will have a key role in implementing the diversity plan I outlined for the Board of Trustees in July. The plan was developed after dozens of meetings with faculty, staff, students and alumni about how to improve the climate for diversity and inclusion at […]

Convocation/faculty meeting scheduled for Aug. 18; info you need to know

The 2015-2016 Victor Hurst Convocation begins Clemson University’s 123rd academic year. The event will take place on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2015, at the Brooks Center for the Performing Arts in the Auditorium.  A reception will be held immediately following the meeting. The Clemson faculty, staff and representatives of our student organizations are invited to be […]