Clemson University Staff Senate

Staff Senate Newsletter: May 2025

Welcome back! Check out the latest report from Staff Senate President Stacey Miller, this month’s Ombuds report from Michael Scott and the latest “News You Can Use” for staff, including next week’s Employee Appreciation Luncheon and the Summer side hustle course.

President’s Report

Ombuds Report

Office of Human Resources

News You Can Use

President’s Report: May 2025

Dear Fellow Staff,

Greetings! First, I would like to thank Jeff Anthony, your ’24-25 Staff Senate President, for his hard work and dedication to the Clemson staff this past year. Jeff’s commitment to Clemson has created a great foundation to start my term as your ‘25-26 Staff Senate President. Jeff was instrumental in advocating for the Staff, and I will continue to lead the same way. If you see Jeff around campus, thank him for his service.

Staff Senate is already hard at work; we are meeting with leadership, fundraising for the Employee Emergency Fund endowment, and recognition through service letters. 

It’s hard to believe we are at this academic year’s end. May is the perfect time to reflect on the past year; your fellow senators and I would like to thank each of you for your hard work and dedication to Clemson.

Let’s take a minute to talk about the impact that you had on students. Every role at Clemson touches lives; you are instrumental to the success of our students and the effect Clemson has on the State of South Carolina. As a staff member, your role is vital to the success of Clemson Elevate and Clemson University. It significantly impacts student success and experiences, and changes lives across the state. For that, we applaud you.

For many of us, summer is when we catch up on projects we overlooked throughout the year. Take this time to breathe; go out to lunch with a co-worker across campus ($5.00 Fridays, at the dining halls are a perfect time to catch up with friends.)

Again, thank you for all that you do. We appreciate each one of you.

We hope you can attend our next meeting scheduled for Thursday, May 8, 2025, 2:30-4:00 PM, Riggs, room 305. Reminder: If you would like to ask a question, please request to speak during the open comment period by contacting our office or relaying your questions to your senators.  

As always, stay kind and care for yourself and others, Tigers.

Take care of yourself, Tigers; you matter to us!

Go Tigers!

Stacey Miller
President 2025-2026

May Concert in the SC Botanical Garden

There is a free concert in the amphitheater on Friday, May 16. The 3-piece alternative blues and rock band  @modern_mammals are from Walhalla, SC. They will perform original music that provides a unique listening experience. Enjoy free live music in the prettiest venue in the Upstate!
Visit the calendar for more information.

South Carolina Botanical Garden wordmark

2025 Employee Appreciation Luncheons Scheduled

It is time again to celebrate the thousands of faculty and staff members who make Clemson truly special.

The annual Employee Appreciation Luncheons bring together team members from across the University for an afternoon of celebration and recognition.

Main Campus Luncheon

The main campus luncheon will take place on Wednesday, May 14, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at The Dish at McAlister Dining Hall. The Office of Human Resources plans the event with support from Clemson Home.  

The event is free to all Clemson employees and features a buffet-style lunch including barbecue, hot dogs, veggie burgers, coleslaw, salads and more!

Employees should bring their CUIDs to enter the dining hall.

Add the Luncheon to Your Calendar

Livestock Poultry Health

Clemson University Livestock Poultry Health will host a luncheon for employees in their office (500 Clemson Road, Columbia) on Wednesday, May 14, at 11:30 a.m.

Charleston Innovation Campus

The Charleston Innovation Campus, consisting of the Zucker Family Graduate Education Center, the Warren Lasch Conservation Center, and the Dominion Energy Innovation Center, will host a luncheon at the Graduate Education Center (1240 Supply Street, North Charleston) on May 7.