One student's inspiring comeback; College of Veterinary Medicine inaugural class; '55 Exchange

STUDENT NEWSLETTER
FEBRUARY 26, 2026

BEFORE YOU SCROLL

Good morning! Read how the founder of Women's Club Ice Hockey at Clemson defied the odds; 80 students have been selected for the inaugural class of the Harvey S. Peeler Jr. College of Veterinary Medicine; Taste Clemson's world-famous ice cream at '55 Exchange.

Young woman with hockey gear and hockey stick in hand, poses in a scoring position on the ice.

Your Look Ahead:

Junior graphic communications major Jenna Fireovid defied the odds as founder of Women’s Club Ice Hockey at Clemson. The Clemson-area native didn’t let a hereditary heart condition stop her from reaching her goals.
The Harvey S. Peeler Jr. College of Veterinary Medicine marked a historic milestone recently as faculty and staff personally called each of the 80 students selected for the inaugural class to offer them a seat.
Warmer days are on the horizon! Drop by '55 Exchange in Hendrix for a taste of Clemson's world-famous ice cream. '55 Exchange is student-led in all aspects of the operation, from manufacturing to sales.

YOUR ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE

Back view of Clemson graduates crowded together in a graduation ceremony, all wearing a black graduation cap and gown.

Graduating in May? Stop by the Grad Fair on Monday, March 2, or Tuesday, March 3, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Bookstore in the Douthit Hills Hub to purchase regalia, order announcements, shop for diploma frames and take graduation photos. View details and book a portrait time online.

SAFETY AND WELL-BEING

Join Healthy Campus and Fraternity and Sorority Life for the second annual Spring Break Bash in the Quad on Wednesday, March 4 from 2-5 p.m. The event offers tips, resources and interactive activities to help you stay safe, healthy and responsible while preparing for spring break.

SOCIAL SPOTLIGHT

Former two-time Clemson All-American Jacob Bridgeman won the 100th playing of the Genesis Invitational at Riviera Country Club on Sunday, Feb. 22. It was Bridgeman’s first win on the PGA Tour. See the moment he clinched the tournament.

TECH TIP THURSDAY

Beginning today at 4:30 p.m., the Office of Information Security will restrict access to select apps and websites on the Clemson Guest network. The change will not affect users or devices connected to eduroam and is part of ongoing efforts to secure and safeguard Clemson’s networks and systems.

BOWMAN BULLETIN

Join CUhackit, Clemson’s 24‑hour hackathon, Feb. 27-28, where students of all skill levels team up to build apps, websites and tech projects, compete for prizes, and connect with peers and mentors. Open to all majors, it’s a great chance to collaborate, learn and create outside the classroom.
The Clemson Players present "Twelfth Night", a Shakespearean comedy of mistaken identities, romance and humor, on stage Friday, Feb. 27 through Sunday, March 1 at the Brooks Center for the Performing Arts.
The Clemson 8 Challenge returns Saturday, March 7 with a 9 a.m. race on main campus and virtual events through March 14. Proceeds support military-affiliated students and honor Clemson alumni POWs of the 1942 Bataan Death March.