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Caroline Kredensor, Class of 2020

Stay up-to-date with what’s happening this week at the Watt Family Innovation Center. Be the first to know about weekly events, helpful hints and the latest news from our Student Innovation Spaces. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for more information.

Events

Apple Visits Clemson: Clemson students, staff and faculty are invited to learn about Apple’s coding, creating and mobile initiatives and receive free hands-on instruction from Apple representatives Tuesday in the Auditorium. Apple representatives will first share a message of mobility and innovation beginning at 8:30 a.m., followed by an afternoon of hands-on iPad sessions to explore free tools and resources.

Lincoln’s Unfinished Work: This international conference will explore Abraham Lincoln and his “unfinished work”– social reconstruction in the United States from 1865 to the present day. The event will begin Wednesday in Tillman Hall with speakers Eric Foner and Randall L. Kennedy. More than 35 renowned historians and scholars will present talks and panel discussions at the conference, which continues Nov. 29, Nov. 30 and Dec. 1 with sessions at the Watt Center. The conference is open to anyone, but registration is required.

dARTS

Have you submitted your digital art to the dARTS Contest yet? What are you waiting for? There’s a $300 prize up for grabs, plus bragging rights and the chance to be centerstage with your work at CollabFest in March 2019. Submit anything from graphic design, to 3D printing, to virtual reality – the possibilities are endless!

Intern Spotlight

Caroline Kredensor, Class of 2020

Stay up-to-date with what’s happening this week at the Watt Family Innovation Center. Be the first to know about weekly events, helpful hints and the latest news from our Student Innovation Spaces. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for more information.

Events

MBA Info Session: Join the Clemson MBA program for more information about applying for a Master of Business Administration degree. You can enroll in the MBA Corporate or MBA in Entrepreneurship & Innovation programs. Learn more tonight, Nov. 12, at 5 p.m. in room 106.

Incognito: Incognito is a one-man, autobiographical play in which, over the course of 50 minutes, Michael Fosberg portrays more than a dozen characters as he recounts the true tale of the search for his biological father. Don’t miss this play Thursday at 10 a.m. in the Auditorium. 

Dr. Tessema Kassaw Lecture: Dr. Tessema Kassaw is giving his research talk, titled “Engineering Genetic Circuits for Complex Biological Functions in Plants,” as part of the Department of Genetics and Biochemistry’s weekly seminar series Friday at 2:30 p.m. in the Auditorium. Kassaw is currently a research scientist at Colorado State University.

dARTS

Have you submitted your digital art to the dARTS Contest yet? What are you waiting for? There’s a $300 prize up for grabs, plus bragging rights and the chance to be centerstage with your work at CollabFest in March 2019. Submit anything from graphic design, to 3D printing, to virtual reality – the possibilities are endless!

Thanksgiving Break Hours

11/19-11/20: Regular Hours

11/21: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

11/22-11/23: Closed

Caroline Kredensor, Class of 2020

Stay up-to-date with what’s happening this week at the Watt Family Innovation Center. Be the first to know about weekly events, helpful hints and the latest news from our Student Innovation Spaces. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for more information.

Events

Three Minute Thesis (3MT): Three Minute Thesis is a research communication competition developed by The University of Queensland. The competition challenges master’s and doctoral students to present a compelling oration on their thesis and its significance in just three minutes in language appropriate to a non-specialist audience. Clemson University’s Graduate Student Government and the Graduate School are co-hosting this event Friday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the Auditorium.

Makerspace News: The final day to complete projects at the Makerspace before winter break is Wednesday, Dec. 5. Visit their website for more information about equipment, training and hours.

dARTS 2.0: It’s back! Our popular “dARTS” digital art contest is back for the second year and we want YOUR digital art. There’s a $300 prize up for grabs and the chance to have your work displayed with Watt Center technologies. We launch the contest Wednesday, Oct. 31 and you have until Jan. 16, 2019 to submit your work. More information about where to submit, contest rules and regulations, and our prizes will be available on our website Oct. 31.

Clemson Teaching Excellence Conference

Did You Know…

…Friday is National Jersey Day? Be sure to wear your Clemson jersey, snap a picture at the Watt Center and tag us on social media!

Caroline Kredensor, Class of 2020 

Stay up-to-date with what’s happening this week at the Watt Family Innovation Center. Be the first to know about weekly events, helpful hints and the latest news from our Student Innovation Spaces. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for more information.

Events

CoCreate Keynote Speaker: Meg Oepen of Alkemy X will present her keynote, “The Evolution of Storytelling in the Digital Arena,” Tuesday at 11 a.m. in the Auditorium. Oepen is an award-winning Creative Director and experienced storyteller with over 20 years of experience.

Pay Me What I’m Worth: Valuing the Work of Disabled People: Vilissa Thompson, a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and Founder & CEO of Ramp Your Voice!, is giving her keynote in honor of National Disability Employee Awareness Month. Don’t miss this lecture Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. in the Auditorium.

Dr. Edward Cargill Lecture: Dr. Edward Cargill is giving his research talk, “Gene Editing as a Tool for Precision Breeding,” as part of the Department of Genetics and Biochemistry’s weekly seminar series Friday at 2:30 p.m. in the Auditorium. Cargill works for The Monsanto Company, an American agrochemical and agricultural biotechnology corporation.

Did You Know…

…Wednesday is National Food Day? Our cafe in the Atrium is open from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday. Stop by and get yourself a treat!

Intern Spotlight

Caroline Kredensor, Class of 2020

Stay up-to-date with what’s happening this week at the Watt Family Innovation Center. Be the first to know about weekly events, helpful hints and the latest news from our Student Innovation Spaces. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for more information.

Events

Transfer Council Town Hall Meeting: Transfer and Bridge students are invited to an informal drop-in meeting with Transfer Council, TigerDen and Clemson Undergraduate Student Government members to talk about how to get more involved on campus. There will be free pizza for those who attend. Connect and network Monday from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Watt Center Atrium.

Creating Engaging Instructional Videos: Come hear about the various options available to Clemson University faculty for creating instructional videos. This session, Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the Watt Center, will include Lightboard Studios, Watt Family Innovation Center Communication Studios and Camtasia. Don’t forget to register for this event!

Dr. Brandt Eichman Lecture: Eichman is giving his research talk, titled “New DNA Repair Mechanisms Revealed from Bacterial Resistance to Genotoxic Natural Products”, Friday at 2:30 p.m. in the Watt Center Auditorium as part of the Department of Genetics and Biochemistry’s weekly seminar series. Eichman works on DNA repair and replication at Vanderbilt University. 

Did You Know…

…the Watt Center is equipped with more than 4,000 pieces of electronic hardware and technology? Come by today and learn how you can integrate technology with your studies!

Intern Spotlight

Caroline Kredensor, Class of 2020

Stay up-to-date with what’s happening this week at the Watt Family Innovation Center. Be the first to know about weekly events, helpful hints and the latest news from our Student Innovation Spaces. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for more information.

Events

Keynote Speaker: Ambassador Kristie Kenney: Ambassador Kristie Kenney, a Clemson alumna who holds the State Department’s highest rank of Career Ambassador, will share her keynote address “Leadership and Making an Impact” Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. in the Watt Auditorium. Clemson students, faculty, staff and the general public are invited to hear her address and attend a networking reception immediately following.

TIGERS ADVANCE Distinguished Speaker Series: Ann Reid, from the National Center for Science Education (NCSE), will speak on the importance of science literacy in public education Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the Watt Auditorium. Her visit is co-hosted by Clemson’s College of Education and the Department of Biological Sciences in the College of Science.

CI Coffee & Donut Drop-In: Clemson’s premiere undergraduate research program, Creative Inquiry, is hosting a drop-in Friday from 10 to 11 a.m. on the Rooftop Terrace (accessible through the fourth floor) of the Watt Center. Students will have the opportunity to meet staff, ask questions, share CI experiences and enter to win prizes.

Hispanic & Latinx Voices in Academia 2018 Conference: Sponsored by the President’s Commission on Latino Affairs, this one-day conference Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the Watt Center will promote the success and leadership of Hispanic and Latinx scholars in higher education. On-site registration will be available Saturday morning.

Staff Spotlight

Did You Know…

…the Watt Center is home to the Immersive Space? Students, faculty and researchers can use the space to develop virtual and augmented reality applications for a variety of VR products available on the market. They provide the headsets, software, expertise and environment to promote success.

Caroline Kredensor, Class of 2020 

Stay up-to-date with what’s happening this week at the Watt Family Innovation Center. Be the first to know about weekly events, helpful hints and the latest news from our Student Innovation Spaces. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for more information.

Events

Ranky Tanky Panel Discussion: On Monday at 3 p.m. in the Auditorium join the band Ranky Tanky and Clemson faculty members Abel Bartley and Allison Harris for a discussion of Gullah culture and music. This informative discussion will help contextualize Ranky Tanky’s performance at the Brooks Center on Tuesday night.

Mahabir Pun Lecture: Mahabir Pun, Nepalese entrepreneur and innovator, will give his lecture “Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Nepal” Tuesday at 4 p.m. in the Auditorium. Immediately following his talk, attendees are invited to a reception with refreshments in the Atrium.

Call Me Doctor Summit: This mini-conference in the Auditorium Thursday at 4 p.m. will feature a lecture and panel discussion focused on educating Clemson students, faculty and staff about the pursuit of doctoral degrees by underrepresented minorities. The event will cover application instructions, funding opportunities, career outlooks and more!

TIGERS ADVANCE Distinguished Speaker Series: Join the College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences Friday at 10:30 a.m. in the Auditorium to welcome Dr. Adrienne Minerick. Minerick, the dean of the School of Technology and professor of chemical engineering at Michigan Technological University, will discuss her research on electrokinetics.

Watt Center Open House: All Clemson faculty and staff are invited to an open house at the Watt Center from 4 to 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Tours will depart every 15 minutes from the Service Desk and visitors will see the Center’s newest innovation spaces – the fourth floor and rooftop terrace.

Did You Know…

…the Makerspace is FREE for anyone with a valid CUID? From 3D Printers and CNC machines, to vinyl cutters and embroidery machines, the Makerspace focuses on enabling students of any major or discipline to use the space. Visit their website to view their hours.

Intern Spotlight

Caroline Kredensor, Class of 2020

Stay up-to-date with what’s happening this week at the Watt Family Innovation Center. Be the first to know about weekly events, helpful hints and the latest news from our Student Innovation Spaces. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for more information.

Events

Amazon Smart Life Roadshow: Monday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. the Amazon Smart Life Roadshow Airstream will be outside the Watt Center. The Airstream will be loaded with Amazon-powered and Alexa-enabled smart tech for your office, dorm room, kitchen, living room and life. Take a tour of the 30-foot traveling smart home and explore new products.

Datapalooza: Freshman and sophomore Computer Science and Computer Engineering majors are invited to Datapalooza Monday from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Academic Success Center, for a hands-on workshop with cutting edge technology. Students will build a solution to help music festival attendees find which DJ stage has the happiest crowd so they can catch the hottest DJ sets there. Don’t forget to register for the event!

Dell Tech Day: Representatives from Dell will be on-site in the Watt Center Atrium from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday to talk about their latest products and the best tech devices for your college needs. Drop in to learn more about Dell and pick up some cool prizes.

Hours

Watt Center

• Monday – Thursday: 7:30 a.m. – Midnight
• Friday: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Weekends: CLOSED

Makerspace

• Check out the Makerspace website for open hours!

Immersive Space

• Monday – Thursday: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Digital Art Studio

• Monday – Thursday: 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.
• Friday: 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Did You Know…

…we redesigned our website? Be sure to check it out to learn more about the Watt Center!

Caroline Kredensor, Class of 2020

Stay up-to-date with what’s happening this week at the Watt Family Innovation Center. Be the first to know about weekly events, helpful hints and the latest news from our Student Innovation Spaces. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for more information.

Events

College of Business Career Conference 2018: Get ready to find the perfect job or internship on Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Watt Atrium and Auditorium. There will be professionals on-site to review student resumes, practice interview skills and offer helpful tips.

TIGERS ADVANCE Distinguished Speaker Series: Don’t miss the Bioengineering Department’s Page Morton Hunter lecture series and TIGERS ADVANCE Distinguished Speaker Series with Kristi Anseth on Thursday at 3:30 p.m. in the Watt Auditorium. Anseth is the Tisone Distinguished Professor of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Associate Faculty Director of the BioFrontiers Institute at the University of Colorado at Boulder.

Hours

Watt Center

• Monday – Thursday: 7:30 a.m. – Midnight
• Friday: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Weekends: CLOSED 

Makerspace

• Check out the Makerspace website for open hours!

Immersive Space

• Monday – Thursday: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Digital Art Studio

• Monday – Thursday: 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.
• Friday: 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Did You Know…

…many of the walls and tables in the Watt Center are also whiteboards? Check out dry erase markers from the Service Desk in the Atrium during your next visit!

Caroline Kredensor, Class of 2020

Stay up-to-date with what’s happening this week at the Watt Family Innovation Center. Be the first to know about weekly events, helpful hints and the latest news from our Student Innovation Spaces. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for more information.

Events

“College to Careers: How Women Prosper in Technology” Panel Discussion: This Thursday at 3:30 p.m. in the Watt Auditorium students can hear from four leading technology executives. Regina Kunkle, Sandra Harris, Virginie Maillard and Julianna Martinez will be on-site to answer your questions and network. After the discussion, enjoy a Networking Reception featuring prizes, including an Apple Watch!

Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month Keynote: Christine Chavez: Don’t miss this talk with Christine Chavez, granddaughter of Cesar Chavez, on Thursday at 6 p.m. in the Watt Center Auditorium. The Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month Celebration was created with a desire to educate and heighten awareness about the rich culture.

“When Social Media Companies, Research Ethics, and Human Rights Collide,” a talk by Dr. Mary Gray: Co-sponsored by the Office of Research Compliance, the Office of Inclusion and Equity, and the Rutland Institute of Ethics, join us this Friday at 9:30 a.m. in the Watt Center Auditorium for a discussion with one of Microsoft’s leading voices on ethics and research. A book signing will immediately follow Gray’s talk. Remember to register online for the talk.

Fall Creative Inquiry Kick-Off and Summer CI Showcase: Be sure to drop by the Watt Center Atrium from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, where students will be presenting their summer research through different digital platforms. Creative Inquiry projects seeking new members will also be present at the event.

“Teaching Effectively with Excel” Workshop: Accounting professor Kyle Anderson is leading this hands-on Microsoft Excel workshop Friday at 2:30 p.m. in Room 310. You can register online for the workshop and learn more on the University calendar.

Hours

Watt Center

• Monday – Thursday: 7:30 a.m. – Midnight
• Friday: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Weekends: CLOSED

Makerspace

• Check out the Makerspace website for open hours!

Immersive Space

• Monday – Thursday: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Digital Art Studio

• Monday – Thursday: 7 – 10 p.m.
• Friday: 3-6 p.m.

Did You Know…

The Watt Center offers space reservations for day-to-day activities like classes, group meetings or quiet study spaces, as well as special event space reservations. We also offer reservation opportunities for a variety of displays available for advertising/supporting events being held on campus or in the building. Visit our website to learn more.