Tag: inclusive excellence

Helen Diamond Steele, Executive Director of Strategy & Campus

“Helen’s kindness and caring make her a credit to Clemson and a friend to everyone that she works with. She will help anyone, no matter who they are or what they need.” – Cindy Roper, Research Associate, Houston Center

Tina White, Director of Video Services, Marketing and Communications

“Tina is a true gem here at Clemson. She is often behind the scenes (or a video lens), but the work she does and helps produce is nothing short of true masterpieces. Flexible, always makes people laugh and puts them at ease, creative, thoughtful – I could go on and on, but she is an outstanding teammate. I am grateful that I get to work with her regularly. If you’ve ever seen any of the amazing video content we put out (think of even many of the videos that go on social), that’s Tina and her team. I’ve worked at a few universities during my career so far, and almost immediately upon arriving at Clemson several years ago, I said our video team is one of the best I’ve ever seen, and that remains true. Tina helps our team excel and she elevates the brand of the Tiger Paw through her work every day. ” – Porscha Elton, Executive Director, Presidential Communications

Lori Brierre, Assistant Director of Operations Procurement and Business Services

“Forward thinking and innovative and anticipates trends. Always seeking ways to improve processes so that others have a pleasant experience.” – Anonymous

Michelle Marchesse, Administrative Coordinator, Student Services, Landscape Architecture

“Michelle has a wide range of responsibilities in Landscape Architecture and performs each one with dedication, kindness and care. She consistently goes above and beyond to help everyone who walks through her door!” – Anonymous

Elise Eggert, Lead Procurement Coordinator, CAAC

“Thank you for being such an uplifting and generous colleague in Lee Hall!” – Anonymous

Shay Vinson, Student Services Coordinator, Richard A. McMahan School of Architecture

“Shay is an amazing asset to the School of Architecture and a highly valued team member! She is a tireless advocate for students and provides outstanding support to not only the students but to faculty and staff as well.” – Anonymous

Matt Breed, Attending Veterinarian

“For standing up for animal welfare and tirelessly advocating for all animals on campus.” – Anonymous

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 Clemson.

I will charge the CDO with developing and implementing a strategic plan to increase the diversity of the student body, staff, faculty and administration, with measurable goals.

The CDO search committee, chaired by Provost Bob Jones, already has interviewed two well-regarded candidates and will be seeking additional candidates as soon as possible.

I want your continued involvement in this process. Here’s how you can help:

1. Visit the CDO job posting and share it with your professional networks.
2. Attend the on-campus forums so that you can get to know the candidates. These forums are also live streamed on ClemsonTV.
3. Continue to share your feedback.

When additional candidate forums are scheduled you will be notified via Inside Clemson.

– President Jim Clements