Tag: Clemson Cooperative Extension

Stephanie Bagwell, Nurse Practitioner, Student Health Services

“Stephanie demonstrates genuine care for her patients and her colleagues. She is always happy to help you learn in an approachable and nonjudgmental way and has a beautiful gift of kindness. Thank you.” – Anonymous

Allysa Sutton, Director of Academic Advising, CBSHS

“Allysa goes above and beyond for her advisors and for the students at Clemson. She is supportive and always ensures that advisors and students are treated with kindness and respect. CBSHS is lucky to have her!” – Autumn Donnelly, Academic Advisor, CBSHS

Shannon Coker (Enrolled Student Services) and Danielle Nesbitt (Records and Registration)

“Thank you both for consistently being so prompt in your responses and always willing to help! Your support is truly appreciated!” – Toni Becker, Graduate Student Services Manager

Gila Holland, Administrative Assistant, Kershaw County Extension Office

“Gila comes in every day ready to tackle anything that comes her way! She is upbeat, kind, and so knowledgeable about a variety of things. She always goes above and beyond for the community, clients and agents! She is a joy to work with!” – Toni Heriot, 4-H Youth Development Agent for Kershaw & Lee County, Kershaw County Coordinator

Matthew Sheldon, Programmer, Marketing and Communications

“Matthew consistently goes out of his way to help with website-related questions and is highly responsive. He is knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely invested in finding solutions. He follows through on the tasks and issues he is responsible for, making him someone we can consistently depend on whenever we need support or run into challenges.” – Nidhi Verma, Business Communications Technology Specialist

Levis Holden (Customer Service Specialist) and Candice Gleason (Accounts Payable Coordinator), Procurement

“You bring your absolute best to every interaction, turning challenges into smiles and building deep trust with your customers. Your patience, empathy, and quick problem-solving don’t just resolve daily issues; they create lifelong advocates for Clemson. Thank you for going the extra mile, listening with genuine care, and representing Clemson with pride.” – Vivian Watson, Director of Training, Development and Retention, Office of Human Resources

Jodi Cox(director of Visits, Events and Orientation), Matthew Boudreaux (Associate of Orientation), Averie Johnson-Walls (Assistant Director of Orientation)

“I want to give a huge shoutout to this incredible team! Thank you for your dedication, energy, and countless hours spent creating a welcoming and memorable experience for every new student and family. Your hard work, teamwork, and commitment have made a lasting impact all summer long. We couldn’t do this without you, and I’m so grateful for everything you’ve poured into Orientation. Thank you for all that you do!” – Norma DeLuna, Assistant Director of The Visitor Center

Extension Statewide County Office Administrative Assistants

“A huge shout-out to our amazing county office admins for stepping up and carrying the team through our transition to Workday. Your patience, flexibility, and commitment have made a complicated change feel manageable. You have answered countless questions, solved problems behind the scenes, kept important details moving, and supported everyone. Even as you learned new processes yourselves, you remained the steady, dependable resource the entire office could count on. This transition would not have gone as smoothly without your hard work, positive attitude, and willingness to help. Thank you!!” – Anonymous

Anthony Harvey and University Facilities team

“Faced with challenges across campus, Anthony and his team attack them head-on with professionalism, an excellent level of communication and a work ethic that is to be commended. Anthony and team have worked tirelessly to ensure that our campus facilities are ready to welcome students and faculty back.” – Anonymous

Amber Dees, Director of Residential Living, Clemson Home

“Amber led the team that welcomed home all 7,500 students during move-in. She was responsive and supportive to all staff, students, and families that arrived home!” – Anonymous

Su Cole, Grant Administrator IV, Division of Research

“Su is the absolute best supervisor. She looks after all of us on her team and we all feel like a family. Her leadership and guidance is much appreciated.” – Anonymous

Kim Bartholomew-Neptune, Office Manager of Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences

“She has had exceptional dedication and support in training me—through her guidance, I’ve grown in confidence, skill, and purpose. Her patience, expertise, and unwavering encouragement have made a lasting impact on both my development and my success.” – Claire Hallancia, Assistant Administrator

Vicky Bertagnolli, Consumer Horticulture Extension Agent Aiken County and the Home and Garden Information Center (HGIC)

“Vicky works tirelessly behind the scenes to make the horticulture team successful. She supports every single agent on our team with her technological prowess and still remains the passionate bug geek and Making It Grow star!” – Amy Dabbs, Statewide School & Community Gardening Coordinator, Clemson Extension TEACH Center

Kerry Howard, Project Manager, Center for Public Health Modeling and Response, Department of Public Health Sciences

“Kerry is such an amazing go-getter and leader! She goes above and beyond when we are on tight deadlines. She is great at delegating and being patient as we navigate multiple grant submissions, publications, and diverse projects. Thank you for being our guide and leading us professionally! We appreciate you!” – Anonymous

Scott Cook, Assistant Director, Military & Veteran Engagement
“Scott was instrumental in the success of our 10th Annual Mile of Honor event on April 5; his leadership of the Student Veterans Association ensured we were able to honor and remember Clemson’s 498 heroes who have made the ultimate sacrifice. Thank you, Scott.” – Emily DaBruzzi, Director, Military & Veteran Engagement

Amy Craft, Associate Director, Annual Giving Department
“Thank you are all the hard work you put in to make our 10th Annual Give Day so successful! You are the glue to Annual Giving and we are so grateful for you!” – Sarah Black White, Annual Giving Officer

Michelle Newman, Receiving Triage Leader Clemson Veterinary Diagnostic Center – Receiving, Livestock Poultry Health

“Michelle takes care of lab customers with a smile. She has helped to log in the numerous milk samples sent in for a USDA surveillance requirement in the past 4 weeks- very organized!” – Patty Scharko, Extension/ field veterinarian, Animal Health Programs, Clemson Livestock Poultry Health; Professor, College of Veterinary Medicine and Animal & Veterinary Sciences

Christopher Creamer, Ag/Animal Assoc., Simpson Beef Cattle Farm, PREC

“I would like to thank Chris Creamer for his dedication to the Simpson Beef Cattle Farm for 26 years.” – Anonymous

Noelle Granger, Accnt/Fiscal Analyst, Department of History & Geography

“I would like to commend “Noelle Granger” in her first few weeks in her new position in our department. She has done an amazing job thus far and we are very appreciative that she has joined our team!” – Sheri Marcus, Administrative Coordinator 

Sharon Weaver, Insurance Program Assistant, Risk Management

“Huge shout-out to Sharon! Over the past few weeks, she has guided me through three risk management tasks for my program with incredible efficiency. She responds quickly, provides accurate information the first time, and leaves me with total confidence that everything is in good hands. She never lets us down! Sharon, if you’re ever in Charleston, be sure to look us up!”– Jacob Beach, Program Manager, Department of Plant Industry

Claire Garrett/Katie Jennings/Jenni Tonkin, Procurement and Business Services
“I’m offering an enthusiastic shout-out to Claire Garrett, Katie Jennings, and Jenni Tonkin, who are in Procurement and Business Services! Kudos to you for learning and applying digital accessibility best practices for the resources you provide all of us! Your desire to produce user-friendly digital reference material is praiseworthy and only bested by your confidence and enthusiasm to make it happen. I’m excited to continue working with you as you create accessible resources that help every Clemson University employee.” – Walker Massey, Digital Accessibility Specialist, CCIT Internal Operations

Jaime Pohlman, County Extension Agent – McCormick

“Jaime does a fantastic job an Extension Agent and County Coordinator in McCormick County. She also takes many of the photos and videos that are posted on social media for the Extension Emerging Leadership Initiative (EELI), Natural Resources team, and SC Women in Agriculture.” – Anonymous

Katie Cato, Associate Business Officer, College of Education

“The first person I can always count on to know their stuff, support and cheer on others, and be so incredibly kind to those around her. Katie sets the bar for her position and perfectly exemplifies the Clemson Family mentality.” – Anonymous

Sherri Rowland, University Controller

“Sherri was so helpful with an issue – she was quick and direct in getting me the answer I needed to solve my problem. I really appreciate her willingness to ensure that assistance was provided!” – Anonymous

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Ashley Romero, Office Manager, Honors College

“Ashley began at the Honors College in May of this year and has been an incredible asset to our team. Over the last couple of weeks with our admissions deadline, she has dove into the madness with such positively and worked very hard to learn the ins and outs of our admissions process to best serve our next cohort of Clemson’s best and brightest students!” – Jenny Wirtz, Business Manager

Danielle McFall, Rural Health and Nutrition Extension Associate

“Danielle goes above and beyond to get the job done. She is a natural leader that encourages all around her.” – Michelle Altman, Rural Health and Nutrition Extension Associate

Mike Posey, Marketing and Engagement Strategist, The Graduate School

“Thank you for your hard work with the Stay A Tiger fair! Our marketing and communications were top-notch and we could not have pulled off a successful event without you.” – The Grad Admissions Team

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Casey Ford, Matthew Boudreauz and Jordan Worrell (Orientation Leadership Team)

“Thank you to this amazing team for their tireless work over the summer coordinating an amazing Orientation experience and Welcome Week for our students! Thank you for setting our students up for success as they come to Clemson!”  –  Mary Erin Morrissey, Director of Inclusive Excellence Initiatives and Engagement, Finance & Operations

David Johnson, Custodial Inspection Supervisor

“David is an amazing leader within University Facilities who is always pushing those around him to pursue excellence in all areas. David always goes above and beyond to make University Facilities a great place to work!”  – Mary Erin Morrissey, Director of Inclusive Excellence Initiatives and Engagement, Finance & Operations

Terasa Lott, Midlands District Extension Director

“Terasa is an example of a true leader that puts her staff’s interest at the forefront. She is very professional, always willing to assist, and has a very positive attitude. She is to be commended on all of her hard work, dedication, and ultimate display of integrity within the organization.” – Anonymous

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Gillian Cook, Accountant/Fiscal Analyst II, Dept. of Plant and Environmental Sciences

“Gillian came back to Clemson after being home for six years with her two precious daughters til they started school. She came right back and took on an enormous amount of work, flawlessly executed procedures & systems, and has made the department run like an engine!” –  Linda Tindal, Student Services Manager, PES

Timothy Whims, Web Developer, Marketing and Communications and the College of Behavioral, Social and Health Sciences

“Timothy is an outstanding web designer and an important asset to our team at the Center for Addiction and Mental Health Research. He is easy to work with, highly responsive, and very detail-oriented. We appreciate Tim’s talent and feel lucky to get to work with him!” – Laura Bogardus, Associate Director, Center for Addiction and Mental Health Research (CAMHR), Psychology Department

Rushawnda Olden, 4-H Pinckney Leadership Director

“Rushawnda champions positive youth development through collaborative community partnerships that extend across the state. she represents 4-H and Cooperative Extension in ‘Making the Best Better”” – Anonymous

Arthur Alvarez, Project Manager, Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP)

“Arthur is one of the best networkers on campus. He is a joy to work with and genuinely finds satisfaction in connecting others and their ideas. His work is mostly behind the scenes but he plays a critical role in the success of multiple initiatives on campus!” – Anonymous

Amy Dabbs, Master Extension Associate, Statewide School and Community Gardening Coordinator

“Fulfilling the mission of Cooperative Extension in innovative ways! You go girl! Can’t wait to see the opening of the TEACH center!” – Anonymous

Marketing and Communications Video Services

“During the May Commencement ceremonies, the video services team set up a remote control room on the floor of Littlejohn to run the video board, livestream, closed captioning and ASL interpreting due to a tree falling within two hours of the event starting and knocking out the power to the Madren Center. Additional members of MarCom also stepped in to assist with drafting language and announcement should the unexpected challenge impact the event or livestream.” – Chas Williams, Executive Director of Social Media, Marketing and Communications

“Hours before Friday evening’s graduation ceremony, a tree fell at the Madren Center and the entire building (including the video studio) lost power. Friday evening’s ceremony was for all students earning master’s degrees and people from around the world were planning to watch remotely. In less than two hours, the Division of Marketing and Communication’s video team did a fantastic job under pressure to set up a remote-control room on the floor of Littlejohn to run the video board, livestream, closed captioning and ASL interpreting. 5,329 people viewed this important ceremony from 12 different countries. Amazing! Thank you!” – Jennifer Petersen, Academic Affairs Events Coordinator

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