Apply now for 2026 CU Grow Cohort
CU Grow, Clemson’s professional development program for staff, is now accepting applications for its 2026 cohort! The year-long program offers full-time employees a unique opportunity to deepen leadership capabilities, strengthen workplace relationships and gain valuable career insights — all while building Clemson’s commitment to excellence and service.
Participants are selected in late Fall and begin the program in January. The year-long curriculum includes workshops, skills development, and experiential learning, intended to create opportunities for transformational growth.
Interest Sessions
The Office of Human Resources will offer several virtual interest sessions throughout the summer and early fall to answer common questions about CU Grow. Interested individuals may register for a session through Tiger Training. Attendance is not required for acceptance into the program.
Application Details
CU Grow is open to all full-time staff members with at least three years of Clemson service and performance ratings of “successful” or higher.
Applicants must complete the staff application form and request their supervisor complete the supervisor approval form. An optional letter of recommendation from a colleague or supervisor may also be submitted. The deadline to apply is September 30.
Application details and more information about the program are available on the CU Grow website.
Learn More about SC Deferred Compensation with Empower
Empower, the provider of South Carolina’s Deferred Compensation program, is offering monthly webinars to guide state employees through understanding and enrolling in Deferred Compensation plans.
These programs allow employees to set aside money, either pre- or post-tax, to fund retirement accounts like 401(k) or 457(b) plans.
The hour-long session is open to all benefits-eligible employees and will include an overview of plan options, enrollment steps and a live Q&A session, giving attendees the chance to explore their options and ask questions.
The next webinar is Monday, August 25, from 9 – 10 a.m. via Microsoft Teams. Registration is required, and spaces are limited for each session. Interested employees should register in this calendar entry.
Navigating Your Retirement Fall Schedule announced
The Office of Human Resources is hosting three “Navigating Your Retirement” sessions this fall, designed to support faculty and staff preparing to retire within the next three to 12 months.
These hands-on group sessions walk participants through the steps of the retirement process, outlining employee responsibilities and University protocols. Sessions will be held virtually from 3 – 4:30 p.m. on the following dates.
- August 21
- September 4
- November 20
Interested participants should register through Tiger Training.
