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Austin Smothers has spent his academic and professional career helping build something truly unique at Clemson University. As the Director of Operations and Acting Executive Director of the Research and Education in Disease Diagnosis and Intervention (REDDI) Lab, Austin sits at the intersection of science, leadership and strategy. Alongside REDDI Lab founder Dr. Delphine Dean, […]

Katelyn Anthony’s path to earning her MBA is one defined by resilience, faith and an extraordinary amount of courage. A May 2025 graduate of the MBA Corporate program through Clemson University, Katelyn’s journey is one that extends far beyond the classroom. After graduating from Anderson University in 2015 with a degree in elementary education, Katelyn […]

Bobby Dailey, a United States Navy veteran and 2023 graduate of the Clemson MBA Corporate program, has built his career on discipline, service, and a commitment to lifelong learning. After serving in the Navy and Navy Reserve, then completing his undergraduate degree from Clemson in 2006, Bobby knew there was no better place than his […]

For Chase Carter, the path to Clemson’s MBA program was both practical and purposeful. After serving in the Marine Corps and earning a degree in finance, he found the transition to graduate school a natural step. With veteran benefits making higher education accessible, and Clemson’s MBA program having a high percentage of veterans among master’s […]

After graduating from Christopher Newport University in 2007, Phillip Cooke was at a familiar career crossroads. “After working full-time for over a decade, I began to feel stagnant,” he shared. As the business world rapidly evolved, he recognized the growing need to stay current and competitive. “With so many baby boomers expected to retire over […]

Erin Thompson is a current student in Clemson’s Digital Brand Communications MBA program, set to graduate in August of this year. In addition to her academic achievements, Erin plays a vital role at Clemson University as the Multimedia and Graphic Design Specialist for the Harvey S. Peeler Jr. College of Veterinary Medicine. Balancing a full-time […]

Katie Kelly is a current MBA Digital Brand Communications student and is set to graduate in August 2026. Her passion for digital marketing was sparked during her undergraduate studies at Clemson University, where she minored in brand communications. “The Digital Brand Communications MBA seemed like the perfect continuation of the brand communication classes from undergrad, […]

For over a decade, Professor Matthew Klein has inspired Clemson MBA students to identify their passions, leverage their strengths, and confidently achieve entrepreneurial success. Specializing in Corporate Strategic Management, Venture Finance, and Entrepreneurial Strategy, Klein integrates extensive real-world insights from his entrepreneurial journey. In his classes, Professor Klein emphasizes the essential bridge between theoretical knowledge […]

Illana Jamison is a current student in the dual MBA/Master of International Business (MIB) program, preparing to embark on an exciting journey to France this August to complete the IÉSEG program. As a full-time student abroad, Illana looks forward to immersing herself in international business and gaining invaluable global experience. “I really feel like this […]

Sydney Minarik and Megan Bornkamp share a story of friendship, perseverance, and ambition that has extended far beyond the soccer field. Their journey began at Charlotte Soccer Academy, where they played against each other as young athletes. However, it wasn’t long before their competitive relationship turned into a strong friendship after attending a Clemson soccer […]