Inside Clemson

President Clements names interim chief diversity officer

Max Allen

Leadership for diversity and inclusive excellence initiatives is the focus of an announcement made today (Aug. 24) by Clemson University President James P. Clements. Effectively immediately, Chief of Staff Max Allen will take on additional responsibilities as interim chief diversity officer (CDO) while a national search for a permanent CDO to replace Leon Wiles, who […]

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 […]

Update on the search for a Chief Diversity Officer

By Bob Jones Executive Vice president for Academic Affairs and Provost The search for Clemson’s new Chief Diversity Officer (CDO) continues. Two well-regarded candidates recently participated in on-campus interviews and forums. After receiving great feedback from the campus community, we will be seeking additional candidates who have the knowledge, talent and enthusiasm to drive Clemson […]

Camp named Student Disability Services director

Margaret Camp

Margaret Camp, M.Ed. has joined Clemson as the director of Student Disability Services. Camp succeeds Arlene Stewart, who retired from the university in June. The new director has worked with students with disabilities for more than two decades and comes to the university from USC-Upstate, where she served as director of disability services for more […]

Clemson celebrates Diversity and Inclusive Excellence Month

Clemson has designated October as the university’s Diversity and Inclusive Excellence Month. During the month, the university will feature dynamic presentations, lectures and events that promote open dialogue, collaboration and respect. Faculty, staff and students are encouraged to participate in these events and be part of the conversation.