Dear Clemson Staff,
As we close the chapter on the spring semester, I want to take a moment to reflect on the energy, dedication, and resilience that each of you has brought to Clemson over the past several months. Spring is always a busy yet rewarding time, and your contributions continue to make a meaningful impact on one another, our students and faculty.
With summer kicking off this week, we also welcome a new season. One that often brings a slightly different pace with new opportunities for growth and hopefully some time to recharge. Whether your summer will be filled with ongoing projects or a well-deserved break, I hope it is both productive and refreshing.
This month, I am excited to introduce our newly elected Staff Senate officers and senators. These individuals stepped forward to serve, represent, and advocate for staff across our institution, and we are grateful for their willingness to lead.
New Officers:
- President: Victoria Perry
- Vice President: Ryan Real
- Secretary: Haley Cox
- Treasurer: Candice Heatherly
- Vice Secretary: Aubrey Baldwin
- Vice Treasurer: Marjorie Cambell
New Senators:
- Ashley Persson – Athletics
- Barbara Howard – CCIT
- Benjamin Williams – Finance & Operations
- Cody Rathbone – CCIT
- Donna Scruggs-Buss – College of Science
- Erica Allgood – Finance & Operations
- Katie Daily – Facilities
- Levi Roach – CECAS
- Mac Dye – College of Business
- Marcus Robinson – CCIT
- Matt Amerson – Provost
- Matt Howle – PSA
- Penny Reid – Finance & Operations
- Shannon Burkhalter – CBSHS
- Steve Duzan – Athletics
- Tara Stone – Marketing & Communications
- Tommy West – CAFLS
- Tommy Tsimbinos – Athletics
- Toni Becker – CAFLS
- Trina Krieger – Student Affairs
We look forward to the ideas, perspectives, and enthusiasm they will bring as we continue our work together.
May is also a time of celebration, and I want to extend heartfelt congratulations to all staff who were recognized with end-of-year awards. Your excellence and contributions to Clemson do not go unnoticed and these honors are well deserved.
In addition, I want to extend congratulations to the many staff members who earned degrees, graduating this spring. Balancing work, life, and education is no small feat. You are all truly inspiring.
We invite all staff to join us at our next Staff Senate meeting:
- Date: Thursday, May 14
- Time: 2:30 p.m.
- Location/Link: In person: Watt 106, Virtually: https://clemson.zoom.us/j/98701587511
Your voice matters, and these meetings are a great opportunity to stay informed, share ideas, and connect with staff across campus.
As we transition into summer, I encourage each of you to take pride in what you’ve accomplished this semester and to look ahead with optimism for what’s to come. It is an honor to serve as your Staff Senate President, and I look forward to working alongside all of you in the months ahead.
Wishing you a wonderful start to the summer season!
Victoria Perry
Staff Senate President
