Clemson announces general salary increase details; Lyceum Scholars visit Greece; Employee shout-outs

DAILY NEWSLETTER
JUNE 16, 2025

ABOVE THE FOLD

Good morning! Clemson has announced details of the 2025 general salary increase. The Emeritus College's memoir project was recently featured in a national publication; learn some key ways to keep cool and avoid heat illnesses.

An aerial view of the Clemson University amphitheater and reflection pond.

What to know today:

Clemson University will provide a general salary increase to eligible faculty and staff, following the South Carolina General Assembly’s adoption of the state Fiscal Year 2025-26 General Appropriation Act.

NEWS AND UPDATES

In May, nine Lyceum students traveled to Athens, Greece alongside two faculty members for a three-week study abroad program examining the classical understanding of ancient Greek political life.

The Emeritus College's memoir writing group was recently featured by the Association of Retirement Organizations in Higher Education. The group spearheaded the 2023 publication of "Moments and Memories," a collection of individual career reflections from the wider emeritus community, which became a significant addition to the University's historical record.

ARMY'S 250TH BIRTHDAY

A collage of three photos from the Office of Military and Veteran Engagement party.

The Office of Military and Veteran Engagement hosted a celebration in the office's Resource Center Lounge last Friday to recognize the 250th birthday of the United States Army.

MORE FROM TIGERTOWN

With the summer in full swing, find out some key ways to keep cool and prevent heat-related illnesses.

Today's shout-outs feature Michelle Tuten, Tobie Griffin, Eslie Aguilar, Tisha Clark and Sue Harpel! Fill out our short nomination form to include your colleagues in future editions and check out previous shout-outs!