Inside Clemson

President’s holiday open house set for Dec. 1

President and Mrs. Clements will host a holiday reception from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. Tuesday Dec. 1 at the Hendrix Center ballroom. The event will feature light refreshments and a special appearance by Santa Paws and the Tiger. “We are looking forward to spending time with Clemson’s wonderful faculty, staff and students,” said Clements. […]

Have extra leave? Donate to the leave pool before Dec. 31

For the benefit of state colleagues encountering extraordinary personal situations, employees who occupy FTE positions (including probationary employees) encouraged to contribute their excess sick leave and/or annual leave that they don’t anticipate using to the State Employee Leave Transfer Program. Donations must be made before Dec. 31, 2015. Here’s the eligibility criteria for donating your leave: […]

Thomas Efland, retiree – Nov. 10, 2015

Thomas Efland, 91, of Clemson died Nov 10, 2015. He was a professor, associate dean/resident director, Office of the Dean in the College of Commerce and Industry, who retired in 1987 after 36 years of service. He is survived by his wife, two sons, a daughter, family and friends. A funeral service was held Nov. […]

Faculty and staff sought for collaborative research

The US Play Coalition is a non-profit housed within the Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management (PRTM). The Play Coalition is a partnership of individuals, organizations and corporations that promote the value of play throughout life. Our membership is diverse – park and recreation professionals, educators, researchers, health scientists, landscape architects, business leaders, psychologists, […]

Poinsettia sale benefits Clemson Horticulture Club

By Alexa Emerson, Class of 2017 It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Well, almost. The Clemson Horticulture Club is here to get you in the holiday spirit with its annual poinsettia sale. From now until Nov 20, you can preorder your poinsettias, with distribution taking place Dec. 7 and Dec. 8 in the […]

Blood Bowl starts next week: How you can save lives

By  Alexa Emerson, Class of 2017 Each blood donation has the potential to save three lives. And if student Megan O’Brien has her way, 9,000 lives will be saved – starting next week. O’Brien is among the many coordinators of the 31st Annual Clemson vs. USC Blood Bowl, which begins on Monday, Nov 16 and […]

Call for nominations: Martin Luther King, Jr. Awards for Excellence in Service

The President’s Office will present the Martin Luther King Jr. Awards for Excellence in Service at next year’s MLK Commemorative Service on Jan. 19, 2016. Three awards are given annually in these categories: ·        Clemson University student (Undergraduate or graduate) ·        Clemson University employee (Faculty or staff) ·        Clemson Area community member (Anderson, Oconee or […]

How do you get to campus?

Clemson Facilities is studying the university’s impact on the environment. A major contributor to our carbon emissions is how we travel to and from campus on a daily basis. To measure this impact, Clemson is requesting that you take a short survey on your commuting patterns.  Your input is greatly appreciated and will help ensure […]

Annual firewood sale raises funds for forestry club

The Clemson University Forestry Club is selling top quality red and white oak firewood that is collected, cut and hand split by its members.  A face cord of firewood (2X4X8) can be purchased for $65 for pick up on W. Queen Street. Delivery is $80 within the Clemson city limits while cost of delivery outside […]

Allen to hold open office hours to garner input on Clemson’s history

Chief of Staff and Interim Chief Diversity Officer Max Allen invites faculty, staff and students to join him for open office hours to share any thoughts they may have on Clemson’s history. Allen offers three opportunities to provide input at meetings held in his office, 201 Sikes Hall: 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Nov 18 […]