Herman Senter, Associate Professor Emeritus of Mathematical Sciences, passed away on April 25, 2025.
Senter began his Clemson career on August 15, 1974, and retired on December 20, 2007. He was rehired in 2008 and was hired as a Named Professor in 2009-2011, joining the Emeritus College on July 30, 2015. Senter totaled more than 36 years of service with the University.
He earned his Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics from North Carolina State University in 1965, followed in 1967 by a Master of Science in Textile Technology from the Institute of Textile Technology in Charlottesville, Va. He returned to NC State to earn his Ph.D. in Mathematical Sciences in 1973.
Senter played a key role in establishing the Foothills Group of the South Carolina Chapter of the Sierra Club, serving as its interim chair. His environmental advocacy also extended to active involvement with the Coastal Conservation League, The Nature Conservancy of South Carolina, Upstate Forever, and the Chattooga Conservancy.
His online obituary and memorial information will be shared when available.
