Service milestones; Clemson University Foundation adds new members to Board of Directors

DAILY NEWSLETTER
JULY 14, 2025

ABOVE THE FOLD

Good morning! The University celebrates faculty and staff service milestones this July. The Clemson University Foundation has added new members to its Board of Directors; learn how four alumnae navigate their careers in sports.

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What to know today:

Congratulations to University faculty and staff for celebrating service milestones of at least 10 years in July. Several employees celebrated milestones of 30 years this month:

- Drew Lanham, College of Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences, 30 years

- Lee Morrissey, College of Arts and Humanities, 30 years

- Scott Kaufman, College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences, 30 years

NEWS AND UPDATES

The Clemson University Foundation (CUF) has announced the addition of two new members to its Board of Directors (pictured left to right): Michael “Mike” S. Connor of Charlotte, and Mindy J. Zatto of Atlanta; and a new IPTAY representative, John E. “Rett” Rutland, Sr. of Rock Hill, S.C.

ON THEIR GAME

WATCH: Clemson University has shaped the careers of numerous alumnae working various jobs in sports media, including roles with prominent organizations such as ESPN and NASCAR. Learn how four Clemson alumnae are navigating — and thriving in — what remains a male-dominated industry.

MORE FROM TIGERTOWN

The Clemson University Police Department (CUPD) will conduct active threat training in Smith Hall on July 15 and 17, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. A large law enforcement presence may be visible in the area and simulated gunfire will be used in the training.

All instructors, both continuing and new, are encouraged to review and save key academic regulations for undergraduate classes at Clemson University. Additional information on academic regulations can be found in the Undergraduate Catalog and Faculty Manual.

Obituary: America Murray, Staff, Clemson University Foundation

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