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Paul Bernard Zielinski, Professor Emeritus of Civil Engineering — July 10, 2025

Paul Bernard Zielinski, Clemson University Professor Emeritus of Civil Engineering and Director of Water Resource Research, passed away on July 10, 2025.

Zielinski began his Clemson career in 1967, joining the Emeritus College in 1991 after more than 24 years of service.

Zielinski earned degrees from Marquette University and the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

A funeral mass will be offered on Friday, July 18, at St. Andrew Catholic Church in Clemson at 10 a.m. with a reception following in the church social hall.

His obituary is available online.