Thomas F. Chapman Leadership Scholars Program; 9/11 events; Campus Recreation opportunities

STUDENT NEWSLETTER
AUGUST 27, 2026

BEFORE YOU SCROLL

Good morning! A new gift will help expand the Thomas F. Chapman Leadership Scholars Program; Learn how to get involved with 25th anniversary 9/11 events; Explore the outdoors and focus on your well-being with Campus Recreation.

Tom Chapman, Karen Chapman and the Chapman Scholars class.

Your Look Ahead:

Tom Chapman ’65 and Karen Chapman HA ’18 are building on nearly two decades of investment in Clemson students with a new $5.25 million commitment to expand the Thomas F. Chapman Leadership Scholars Program and strengthen its impact across the University.
Paw Pantry is hosting a "food fight" donation drive against the University of South Carolina. Drop off items in Sirrine 233 or donate funds directly to Paw Pantry by Saturday, Aug. 29 to help fight food insecurity!

YOUR STUDENT EXPERIENCE

Clemson University firefighters in full gear participate in the 9/11 stair climb in front of a memorial screen displaying the names of those who died on September 11, 2001.

The 25th anniversary of 9/11 is approaching. Explore the different ways you can get involved as a student:
- Tigers Meal Pack for 9/11 Day brings members of the University community together to both pack shelf-stable meals and distribute them to local food banks and pantries. Volunteer to pack or deliver meals and honor those lost on 9/11 by serving your community.
- The annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb is changing locations this year! Make plans to attend in Littlejohn Coliseum and pay homage to those who lost their lives and first responders who acted bravely in the face of tragedy. Full details are available on the event registration page.

SAFETY AND WELL-BEING

Get outside with Campus Recreation’s Clemson Outdoor Recreation and Education (CORE) program. CORE offers outdoor adventure trips for every skill level, from beginner to advanced. This fall’s lineup includes hiking, rafting, mountain biking, backpacking and more.
Strengthen your personal well-being and cultivate happiness — register for Campus Rec's well-being workshop from noon to 2 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 28 at Andy Quattlebaum Outdoor Education Center.

SOCIAL SPOTLIGHT

The 80 students of the The Harvey S. Peeler Jr. College of Veterinary Medicine Class of 2030 pose for a picture with Dean Steven Marks outside Tillman Hall.

The Harvey S. Peeler Jr. College of Veterinary Medicine marked a historic milestone Saturday, Aug. 22 as students in its inaugural Doctor of Veterinary Medicine class took part in the college’s first White Coat Ceremony.

BOWMAN BULLETIN

Need to request space on campus for your group or organization? Use the new 25Live campus reservation portal to easily book a location.
On Wednesday, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced it will maintain lake-level restrictions at Hartwell Lake. There is currently no impact to University operations, as all University facilities adjacent to the lake remain open and fully operational.
Graduate Students: Explore how professional development can go beyond completing requirements to support your growth and future goals. Register for the GRAD 360° workshop, “Beyond a Checklist: Transformational Professional Development” on Thursday, Sept. 3, from noon to 1 p.m.