Clemson's approach to AI takes shape; Workday Info Sessions to begin April 20

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APRIL 9, 2026

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Good morning! Clemson’s AI Initiative is building the foundation for how the University approaches AI. Workday Info Sessions will help faculty and staff prepare for the system's launch in July; Meet the inaugural recipients of the Sarah A. Marshall Legacy of Leadership Award.

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Through thoughtful actions and feedback from University stakeholders, Clemson's AI Initiative is building a proactive Universitywide AI strategy and long-term framework. The collaborative approach recognizes that AI use will look different across the University.

AI Initiative leaders will host a live Zoom forum today at 3:30 p.m. to discuss Clemson's approach to artificial intelligence and answer questions from faculty, staff and students.

The Presidential Search Committee met on Wednesday to continue the search for Clemson's 16th president. The committee received an update on interested candidates from the search firm. The University's Presidential Search webpage will contain updates on the search throughout the process.

Wondering how you'll learn how to use Workday, when we'll stop using our current systems, or who to go to when you have a question? Workday Info Sessions, starting in just a few weeks, will answer those questions and connect faculty and staff to essential information ahead of Workday's go-live in July.

Sessions will be held on the main campus and virtually, with specific sessions for employees at locations across the state.

NEWS AND UPDATES

Graduate research assistant Mehdi Shayan and clinical associate professor Brooke Wymer have been selected as inaugural recipients of the Sarah A. Marshall Legacy of Leadership Award, presented by the Academic Success Center. The award honors the enduring legacy of the late Sarah A. Marshall, a former tutor and peer-assisted learning program coordinator.

The Department of Parks, Recreation, Tourism and Management (PRTM) is partnering with Campus Recreation to provide more experiential, hands-on learning opportunities for students while offering a wide variety of experiences across campus.

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