Watt Family Innovation Center

Helen Purnell, 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

HERO Project: Hayek’s Excellence in Research and Outreach (HERO) Program is back to help students across Clemson’s campus incorporate business principles into their community outreach and international aid projects. There are lectures by renowned philanthropists, business leaders and scholars, as well as mentoring opportunities. Join the Hayek Center Monday (11/18) from 6-8 p.m. in Watt 208.

Creative Inquiry Symposium: Creative Inquiry students will present “Stories of Refuge, Detention, and Hospitality” Thursday (11/21) at 5 p.m. in Watt 106. This symposium is a collection of findings from their visit to Stewart Detention Center in Lumpkin, GA, as well as what they learned about the hospitality house El Refugio and the legal advocacy of lawyers and volunteers. Co-sponsored by the National Scholars Program. Refreshments will be provided.

Chronicle Release: Join the student staff of Clemson’s literature and arts magazine The Chronicle as they celebrate the release of their Fall 2019 magazine. They will be distributing copies of their new issue Thursday (11/21) at 9 p.m. in the Watt Atrium. While you’re there, enjoy open mic, free T-shirt screen printing, caricatures and more.

TIGERS ADVANCE: The next installment of the TIGERS ADVANCE Distinguished Speaker Series will take place Friday (11/22) at 2:30 p.m. in the Watt Auditorium. Join to learn more from Mariana Wolfner of Cornell University, who will be presenting “What’s Love Got to Do With It? Stimulating Reproduction and Activating Eggs in Drosophila.”

Did You Know…

…that our Digital and Interactive Arts Lab (DIAL) is open on the first floor of the Watt Center? Contact Kat Eaves (keaves@g.clemson.edu) for more information.

Special Hours for Thanksgiving

Helen Purnell, 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

SciencePREP: Adele Ratcliff, Director at ManTech Office, will be speaking for SciencePREP tonight (11/11) from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in Watt 106. Don’t miss this seminar, titled “Establishing Manufacturing Readiness.”

Native American Heritage Month Keynote: Principal Chief Richard Sneed will speak for Native American Heritage month this Thursday (11/14) at 6 p.m. in the Watt Center Auditorium. Chief Sneed has dedicated his life’s work to advocating for youth, community building and cultural preservation.

Town Hall & Reception: Nauman Shah, Chief Strategic Officer for Johnson and Johnson Medical Devices Companies, will be presenting in the Watt Center Auditorium from 3 to 4:30 p.m. this Friday (11/15). Shah oversees the transformation of Johnson and Johnson business-to-business relationships with health systems.

dARTS

The third annual dARTS contest is open and accepting submissions! We’ve partnered with the new Digital and Interactive Arts Lab (DIAL) the Art Department to reward your creativity. Submissions will be open until Feb. 28, 2020. Read more about the contest on our website.

Did You Know…

…that the Immersive Space in the Watt Center is free to students? Check out their website here.

Helen Purnell, 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

3MT Finals: Clemson Graduate Student Government will be hosting the final round of their annual Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition this Friday (11/8) in the Watt Center Auditorium. Join them from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to learn more about graduate student research and see presentations from the top four finalists in each academic college. A panel of judges will select the top presentation, and that student will go on to represent Clemson University at the Conference of Southern Graduate Schools 3MT competition in March 2020.

Male Faculty Advocates Workshop: TIGERS ADVANCE is hosting a Male Faculty Advocates Training workshop this Friday (11/8) from 12:30-3:30 p.m. in Watt Center 310. The workshop will provide male faculty members with an overview of the climate at Clemson regarding gender equality. Attendees will participate in guided discussions to help detect bias in and around themselves.

dARTS

The third annual dARTS contest is open and accepting submissions! We’ve partnered with the new Digital and Interactive Arts Lab (DIAL) the Art Department to reward your creativity. Submissions will be open until Feb. 28, 2020. Read more about the contest on our website.

Did You Know…

…that the Watt Center has a rooftop terrace? Book a tour of the Watt Center to check out everything our building has to offer.

Helen Purnell, 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

Student Research Summit: Join the NSF-based program NRT RIES (Resilient Infrastructure and Environmental Systems) for their fall 2019 Student Research Summit, hosted today (10/28) in the Watt Center Auditorium from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Expect student presentations on research, poster sessions and three-minute theses talks.

SciencePREP Seminar: The College of Science is back with another SciencePREP speaker tonight (10/28) at 5:30 p.m. in Watt Center 106. Ralph Rynes, a retired neurologist and infectious diseases physician, will be speaking about “Reducing Stigma to Increase Retention in Healthcare”. He volunteers with Doctors Without Borders, both in the field and at the world headquarters office in Geneva.

Clemson Teaching Excellence Conference: The second annual OTEI Clemson Teaching Excellence Conference returns to the Watt Center Friday (11/1), with nationally-recognized speaker Dr. Regan Gurung, evidence-based teaching workshops, open-floor demonstrations and networking, and more. Attendees can register for the conference online.

Did You Know…

…we hired a new Associate Director? His name is Dr. Mark Krystofik and he joins the Watt Center team from the Golisano Institute for Sustainability at the Rochester Institute for Technology. Learn more on Clemson Newsstand about Dr. Krystofik and his new job at the Watt Center.

Spotlight

Have you met Miles McBee yet? He’s another stellar Watt Center intern. He is a junior management major and works on our Administrative Support team. Next time you’re at the Watt Center, stop by the Service Desk and say hi to Miles!

Helen Purnell, 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

Clive Thompson Lecture: There will be a lecture, reception and book signing with technology author Clive Thompson this Wednesday (10/23) from 7:30 to 9:15 p.m. in the Watt Center Auditorium. Thompson’s lecture will focus on his latest book, “Coders”. Thompson writes for Wired Magazine, the New York Times and more.

Sports Illustrated Day: Join the Department of Communication Friday (10/25) for presentations from Ryan Hunt, co-editor-in-chief of Sports Illustrated, and Jamie Lisanti, special projects editor. Their talk will emphasize the changing role of sports journalism and compare the state of sports journalism in 2019 to previous decades. They’ll be speaking at 11 a.m. in the Watt Center Auditorium.

Upcoming Event Feature:

Clemson Teaching Excellence Conference: The second annual OTEI Clemson Teaching Excellence Conference returns to the Watt Center Friday, Nov. 1, with nationally-recognized speaker Dr. Regan Gurung, evidence-based teaching workshops, open-floor demonstrations and networking, and more. Attendees can register for the conference online.

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Think you can crack the case on our big announcement, coming next week? Tweet us your thoughts @WattCenter or slide into our DMs on Instagram (@watt.center).

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!

Helen Purnell, 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

Pro Benefits Expo: Interested in learning more about faculty and staff insurance, retirement, leave, tuition, and wellness benefits? Join the Office of Human Resources this Tuesday (10/15) from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the first and second floor of the Watt Center. The Pro Benefits Expo offers a conference-style event, facilitated educational sessions, 30+ exhibitors, open enrollment information, refreshments and even a chance to get your flu shot.

Annual Ethics Day: Join us for motivational speaker Valerie Daniels-Carter, the most successful black female restaurateur in America. Clemson’s Rutland Institute for Ethics, College of Business, Women’s Leadership and Pan African Studies will be hosting this event for Annual Ethics Day. Daniels-Carter is known for her corporate philosophy “you are the standard of excellence.” This event will take place Wednesday (10/16) at 5 p.m. in the Watt Center Auditorium.

Special Events

We’re dropping a BIG announcement before the end of October – are you following us on social media yet? Make sure you are one of the first people to know what’s happening at the Watt Center by connecting with us on Twitter and Instagram!

Did You Know…

…that we’re staying open for Fall Break? Come by between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday and Tuesday!

Helen Purnell, 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

Clemson MBA Info Sessions: Not sure what to do after graduation? Join us for an informational session about Clemson’s Master of Business Administration Program to learn about the full-time MBA programs offered to recent graduates. The event will take place this Wednesday (10/9) at two different times: the morning session will go from 8:45 to 10 a.m. in Watt 218, and the evening session runs from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in Watt 316. RSVP here.

NDEAM 2019- CU Hiring Event: Interested in working at Clemson University? Join us for an interactive hiring event this Wednesday (10/9) from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Watt 307. Participants will learn about working for the University (resources, benefits) and current employment opportunities. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend this event.

A Cyber Criminal’s Perspective: Join us as Kelvin Moore, deputy director of the National Cyber Range Complex in Charleston, shares information security from a criminal’s perspective, including real-world examples of cyber attacks and how to prepare to become a cyber subject matter expert. This talk is part of CCIT’s National Cybersecurity Awareness Month activities in October. Moore will be speaking from 4:30 to 6 p.m. in the Watt Center Auditorium on Thursday (10/10).

Women’s Leadership 5th Anniversary: Barbara Humpton, CEO of Siemens USA, is one of the best and brightest women CEO’s of a Fortune 500 company. She will be speaking from 3:30 to 4:40 p.m. in the Watt Center Auditorium this Friday (10/11) to help celebrate the 5th anniversary of the Women’s Leadership major.

Intern Spotlight

Allyssa Haygood-Taylor is a senior English major and interns with Creative Inquiry’s Decipher Magazine. Allyssa grew up in Columbia, South Carolina, as a University of South Carolina fan, but instantly became a Clemson Tiger after stepping on our beautiful campus. She is also a proud dog mom to her pitbull, Senator. The Watt Center would not be the same without each of our awesome interns!

Did You Know…

… that the Immersive Space staff is available on-site to assist students with questions about the hardware and software available in the space? Take advantage of this free resource to ensure the success of your next virtual reality project. Learn more about the hours and services available on the Immersive Space website.

Helen Purnell, 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

PressBooks Demonstration: PressBooks is an online self-publishing platform that offers Clemson faculty an easy and low-cost way to publish Open Access works. Clemson Libraries is sponsoring a one-hour demonstration of the platform for the larger Clemson academic faculty Tuesday (10/1) from noon to 1 p.m. in Watt 307. The demo will also feature presentations on how to teach using PressBooks.

Overcoming Obstacles and Facing Adversity: NDEAM 2019: Clemson University graduate Richie Parker will be visiting the Watt Center to talk about his life and the obstacles he has overcome to celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month. The event will take place from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. in the Watt Center Auditorium on Tuesday (10/1). Richie has been profiled by ESPN and regularly speaks about facing adversity.

Information Session – Hensel Phelps Construction Company: Hensel Phelps will be holding an informational session after the Construction Industry Fair Thursday (10/3) from 6 to 8 p.m. in Watt 313. Students can expect more information on company culture, past job experiences and information about the company’s internship program.

Hours

Check out the Clemson Makerspace website for updated hours and reservations!

Check out the Immersive Space website for updated hours and reservations!

Stay tuned for a link to the Digital Art Studio.

Did You Know…

… that plans for the Watt Center began as early as 2012? The Watt Center is now the model for 21st century education that Dr. Charles Watt has always envisioned.

Helen Purnell, 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

The President’s Forum on Inclusive Excellence: Clemson alumnus Frank Matthews (’71) will be honored by the Fall 2019 President’s Forum on Inclusive Excellence Monday (9/23) at 2 p.m. in the Watt Center Auditorium. Frank Matthews is the co-founder, CEO and publisher of Diverse: Issues in Higher Education. He will share the ways his Clemson experience has impacted his career and life.

Amilcar Valencia, El Refugio: Amilcar Valencia, immigration activist and executive director of El Refugio, will visit Watt Center 106 Wednesday (9/25) from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. El Refugio is a home that facilitates visits for friends and families of the immigrants detained in the Stewart Detention Center in Lumpkin, Georgia. The Creative Inquiry group “Stories of Refuge, Detention and Hospitality” has organized this visit.

The Cybersecurity Landscape: Charles Carmakal and Joseph Rood of FireEye will kick off Cybersecurity Awareness Month in October with a talk on the Cybersecurity Landscape Wednesday (9/25) in the Watt Center Auditorium from 6:00 to 6:45 p.m. Interested faculty members and students can also attend a Q&A with Carmakal and Rood from 4 to 6 p.m. on the fourth floor of the Watt Center.

Hours

Check out the Clemson Makerspace website for updated hours and reservations!

Check out the Immersive Space website for updated hours and reservations!

Stay tuned for a link to the Digital Art Studio.

Did You Know…

… how easy it is to become certified to use the Makerspace? Check out their website to learn how!

Helen Purnell, 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

Creating Safe Spaces: A Roundtable: Join Sarah Le Pichon and other scholars and campus actors whose work relates to trauma and mental health for a roundtable discussion in the Watt Center Auditorium from 12:15 to 1:30 p.m. on Monday (9/16). Some questions that will be addressed include “What does it mean to have a safe space?” and “How do we go about fostering safe spaces?”

Trauma-Informed Teaching: A Workshop: Sarah Le Pichon will also lead a workshop on trauma-informed teaching in Watt Center 208 from 4:45 to 6:00 p.m. on Monday (9/16). Coffee and doughnuts will be provided!

College of Business Career Fair Symposium: Join the College of Business’ Student Enrichment team in the Watt Center Atrium on Wednesday (9/18) to prepare for the Clemson Career Fair and recruiting season. There will be presentations, mini-mock interviews and an organization fair from 2 to 5:30 p.m.

Clemson CMO Summit: The Erwin Center for Brand Communications and College of Business will be hosting an event with Forbes this Friday (9/20) from 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. throughout the Watt Center. “The Art and Science of Building a Brand” will provide Chief Marketing Officer insights, data-driven and creative opportunities, and the chance to network with industry leaders.

Hours

Check out the Clemson Makerspace website for updated hours and reservations!

Check out the Immersive Space website for updated hours and reservations!

Stay tuned for a link to the Digital Art Studio.

Did You Know…

… that you can reserve event space at the Watt Center? Our fourth floor terrace is perfect for receptions in the fall! Reserve this space and others on our website.