Workday systems and changes; STEM SC enhances educational impact statewide

DAILY NEWSLETTER
AUGUST 19, 2025

ABOVE THE FOLD

Good morning! Learn more about Workday and which University systems are staying, changing or going. CCIT recently launched a new website to enhance user experience and accessibility; check out how Clemson is making a statewide impact with K-12 students through the STEM SC initiative.

Aerial view of Clemson's campus and Sikes Hall.

What to know today:

The implementation of Workday – the new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system that will transform how our University works — in summer 2026 will replace PeopleSoft, BuyWays and many other systems. Check out this edition of the Workday@Clemson blog for a list of which systems are going away, changing or remaining when Workday launches next summer.

Clemson Computing and Information Technology (CCIT) has launched a new website to enhance user experience and accessibility. The website contains information for community partners, faculty, staff and students, various IT Help-related information and more.

NEWS AND UPDATES

Rajandeep Sekhon peels corn off the stalk.

Associate professor Rajandeep Sekhon (pictured) and recent Ph.D. graduate Manwinder Singh Brar led a recent study decoding corn's chemical fingerprints to pinpoint genes driving leaf aging, which could dramatically impact future food security in a time of shrinking resources.

Gregory Mocko, associate professor of mechanical engineering and a champion of industry-driven education, has been named director of the University’s Deep Orange program.

STATEWIDE AND BEYOND

Elementary school students conduct an experiment at a booth alongside a supervisor.

Last year, Clemson University began a series of free Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) events for K-12 students through a new partnership with STEM Global Action, making a substantial impact throughout the state while providing more hands-on opportunities beyond the classroom.

MORE FROM TIGERTOWN

The Class of ’39 Award for Excellence was established to recognize the achievements of Clemson faculty and has become one of the most coveted honors a University faculty member can receive. Visit the “Faculty Recognition” page for more information. Nominations close October 21.

Nine-month faculty enrolled in state insurance coverage through PEBA experience no interruption in coverage during the summer months. To facilitate this, the University must deduct insurance premiums before and after the summer period. Contact your HR Service Member or Ask-HR to ensure insurance premiums are handled appropriately.

Applications are now open to join the Quality Matters Cohort for this academic year through Clemson Online. Instructors need to have taught an online or hybrid course at least once at Clemson to submit for review.

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