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APRIL 24, 2026

ABOVE THE FOLD

Good morning! The University introduced a new strategic compensation plan during the Spring Quarterly Board of Trustees Meetings. Check out this week's top stories; Fiercely Forward Friday features a ClemsonLIFE alum whose impact has helped shape a more inclusive Clemson Experience.

What to know today:

Clemson University’s Board of Trustees held its Spring Quarterly Meetings on main campus Thursday. Trustees received updates from University administration, approved multiple action items and provided an update on the search for Clemson's 16th president.

During the meetings, University leadership introduced a strategic compensation plan to support and reward Clemson's faculty and staff. The plan establishes a sustainable approach for annual compensation opportunities through a three-part approach.

TOP 5 THIS WEEK

Three picture collage of sunflowers, a Workday water bottle and an orange kayak.

Spots are still available for faculty and staff to join Clemson Outdoor Recreation and Education opportunities this summer.

The NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program recognized sixteen Clemson students and alumni.

Workday info sessions continue through April and May.

Join OpenAI for ChatGPT 101 today at 1 p.m.

Clemson Cooperative Extension Service has released a new production guide offering guidance for flower growers.

FIERCELY FORWARD FRIDAY

This week’s Fiercely Forward Friday features Alex Eveland, a ClemsonLIFE alum whose impact has helped shape a more inclusive Clemson Experience. After completing the ClemsonLIFE program, Eveland chose to continue his education through the Hospitality Certificate Program. Through both his personal journey and time in ClemsonLIFE, Eveland has helped raise awareness across campus of what students with disabilities can achieve.

MORE FROM TIGERTOWN

Finalists for Clemson's Associate Dean for Undergraduate Learning position will hold open forums next week, during which they will share their vision for General Education and Experiential Learning.

Sections of Highway 93 will experience disruptions on Monday, April 27, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. while crews remove damaged sections of speed bumps. To maintain traffic flow, only one lane will be closed at a time.

The South Carolina Botanical Garden's Second Chance Plant Sale takes place Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Membership is not required to attend.

iROAR, PeopleSoft, OnBase-Performance, and personal and departmental storage will be unavailable this Saturday, April 25, from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for scheduled maintenance.

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