Top five this week; Fiercely Forward Friday

DAILY NEWSLETTER
AUGUST 28, 2026

ABOVE THE FOLD

Good morning! Check out the top stories across the University this week. Today's Fiercely Forward Friday features an alumnus who continues to build connections between Clemson and the business community; several events are happening in Clemson this weekend.

TOP 5 THIS WEEK

Tom Chapman ’65 and Karen Chapman, Honorary Alumnus ’18, provided a gift to expand the Thomas F. Chapman Leadership Scholars Program.

Alton Standifer was named vice president and chief of staff.

Faculty and staff are reminded of AI resources and guidelines.

Clemson is extending a longstanding partnership with Prisma Health.

Forbes named Clemson University a top employer in the state.

FIERCELY FORWARD FRIDAY

This week’s Fiercely Forward Friday spotlight is Parker Tilley '19, whose career and continued service to Clemson reflect the lasting impact of a Clemson education.

After graduating from the Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business with an Honors Distinction, Tilley began a career in investment banking and has continued to build connections between Clemson and the business community. He actively recruits Clemson students, mentors through Tiger Ties, and serves in leadership and advisory roles supporting The Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business.

HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND

Volleyball holds its Big Orange Bash this weekend in Jervey Gym. The team faces off against Charleston Southern tonight at 6 p.m., followed by Butler on Saturday (5 p.m.) and Western Carolina on Sunday (4 p.m.).

The South Carolina Botanical Garden is hosting its first Open House event of the season on Saturday. The event explores the relationships between plants and their pollinators through hands-on observations and activities.

UPCOMING EVENTS