A FEW FACTS ABOUT CLEMSON ABOUT THE STUDENTS ACCREDITATION

1 A FEW FACTS ABOUT CLEMSON Clemson University, a South Carolina land-grant institution, was founded in 1889, the result of a bequest of land to the state by Thomas Green Clemson. Mr. Clemson was a scientist and agriculturalist who came to South Carolina from Pennsylvania in the 1830s and married the daughter of John C. Calhoun, foremost statesman in South Carolina history and Vice President of the United States from 1825 to 1832. The University began full-time operation in July 1893. Originally Clemson Agricultural College, the name was changed to Clemson University in 1964. Clemson’s tree-lined campus provides a panoramic background accentuating the traditional and contemporary features of the University’s facilities. The main campus comprises 1,400 acres and represents an investment of approximately $553 million in permanent facilities. Seventy-seven percent of the University’s 73 main campus buildings have been constructed since 1950. The University offers 74 fields of undergraduate study and 71 areas of graduate study in five academic colleges. The academic units are the: College of Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences College of Architecture, Arts and Humanities College of Business and Behavioral Sciences College of Engineering and Science College of Health, Education and Human Development Students may participate in military training through Army and Air Force ROTC programs. ABOUT THE STUDENTS In the Fall 2002: • 16,876 students attended Clemson • 13,734 students were classified as undergraduates • 3,142 as graduate students • 45 percent were women • 55 percent were men Clemson students come from: • all 46 South Carolina counties • all 50 states • the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico • 84 foreign countries (1011 students) South Carolina residents compose 68 percent (11,427) of Clemson’s enrollment, and out-of-state residents account for 32 percent (5,455). ACCREDITATION Clemson University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 300334097: telephone number 404/679-4501) to award the bachelor’s, master’s, specialist’s and doctoral degrees. Curricula are accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering 2 and Technology, American Assembly of Collegiate Schools of Business, American Council of Construction Education, Computing Sciences Accreditation Board, Council on Accreditation of the National Recreation and Park Association, National Architectural Accrediting Board, National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education, National League for Nursing, Planning Accreditation Board, National Association of Schools of Art Design, International Association for Management Education, Human Factors and Ergonomics Society and Society of American Foresters. VISION Clemson will be one of the nation’s top 20 public universities. MISSION The mission of Clemson University is to fulfill the covenant between its founder and the people of South Carolina to establish a “high seminary of learning” through its historical land-grant responsibilities of teaching, research and extended public service. Clemson University is a selective, public, land-grant university in a college-town setting along a dynamic southeastern corridor. The University is committed to worldclass teaching, research and public service in the context of general education, student development and continuing education. Clemson’s desire is to attract a capable, dedicated and diverse student body of approximately 12,000 to 14,000 undergraduate and 4,000 to 5,000 graduate students, with priority to students from South Carolina. Clemson offers a wide array of high quality baccalaureate programs built around a distinctive core curriculum. Graduate and continuing education offerings respond to the professions, while doctoral and research programs contribute to the economic future of the state, nation and world. The University emphasizes agriculture, architecture, business, education, engineering, natural resources, science and technology. The University also promotes excellence in education and scholarship in selected areas of the creative arts, health, human development, the humanities and social sciences. In all areas, the goal is to develop students’ communication and critical-thinking skills, ethical judgment, global awareness, and scientific and technological knowledge. Students remain the primary focus of the University. Just as Clemson values its students, the University also values its faculty and staff who have committed their talents and careers to advance its mission. Clemson pledges to support their work, to encourage their professional development, to evaluate their professional performance and to compensate them at nationally competitive levels. UNIVERSITY 10-YEAR GOALS ACADEMICS, RESEARCH AND SERVICE 1. Excel in teaching, at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. 2. Increase research and sponsored programs to exceed $100 million a year in research support. 3. Set the standard in public service for land-grant universities by engaging the whole campus in service and outreach, including a focus on strategic emphasis areas. 3 4. Foster Clemson’s academic reputation through strong academic programs, mission-oriented research and academic centers of excellence, relevant public service and highly regarded faculty and staff. Seek and cultivate areas where teaching, research and service overlap. 5. CAMPUS LIFE 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Strengthen our sense of community and increase our diversity. Recognize and appreciate Clemson’s distinctiveness. Create greater awareness of international programs and increase activity in this area. Increase our focus on collaboration. Maintain an environment that is healthy, safe and attractive. STUDENT PERFORMANCE 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Attract more students who are ranked in the top 10 percent of their high school classes and who perform exceptionally well on the SAT/ACT. Promote high graduation rates through increasing freshman retention, meeting expectations of high achievers and providing support systems for all students. Promote excellence in advising. Increase the annual number of doctoral graduates to the level of a top-20 public research university. Improve the national competitiveness of graduate student admissions and financial aid. EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Successfully complete our current capital campaign and a subsequent one. Rededicate our energy and resources to improving the library. Increase faculty compensation to a level competitive with top-20 public universities. Increase academic expenditures per student to a level competitive with top-20 public universities. Manage enrollment to ensure the highest quality classroom experiences. CLEMSON’S NATIONAL REPUTATION 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Promote high integrity and professional demeanor among all members of the University community. Establish a Phi Beta Kappa chapter. Have at least two Clemson students win Rhodes Scholarships. Send student ensembles to perform at Carnegie Hall. Have at least two Clemson faculty win recognition by national academies. Publicize both national and international accomplishments of faculty, staff and students. While maintaining full compliance, achieve notable recognition with another national football championship, two championships in Olympic sports and two Final Four appearances in basketball. 4 UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATION The University is governed by a board of 13 members, including six elected by the State Legislature and seven self-perpetuating life members in accordance with the will of Thomas G. Clemson. The Board is primarily responsible for setting policy and approving budgets and expenditures. The University’s day-to-day operations are administered by the President and his Administrative Council (the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost, the Vice President for Public Service and Agriculture, the Vice President for Student Affairs, the Chief Business Officer, the Director of Athletics, General Counsel, Executive Secretary to the Board, Vice President for Advancement, Director of Institutional Effectiveness & Assessment, Chief Human Resources Officer, Vice President for Research, Chief Public Affairs Officer, and Assistant to the President and Director of Financial Aid). Following are lists of the Board of Trustees, the Administrative Council and the Deans of the five colleges. BOARD OF TRUSTEES Lawrence M. Gressette, Jr., Chairman William C. Smith, Jr. Vice Chairman Bill L. Amick J.J. Britton Leon J. (Bill) Hendrix, Jr. Thomas C. Lynch, Jr. Louis B. Lynn Patricia Herring McAbee Leslie G. (Les) McCraw E. Smyth McKissick, III. Thomas B. McTeer, Jr. Joseph D. Swann Robert L. Peeler Columbia Columbia Batesburg-Leesville Sumter Kiawah Island Clemson Columbia Greenwood Greenville Easley Columbia Greenville Lexington TRUSTEES EMERITI Louis P. Batson, Jr. Fletcher C. Derrick, Jr. W.G. DesChamps, Jr. Harold D. (Doug) Kingsmore Paul W. McAlister Paul Quattlebaum D. Leslie Tindal James M. Waddell, Jr. Allen P. Wood Greenville Charleston Bishopville Aiken Laurens Charleston Columbia Columbia Florence ADMINISTRATIVE COUNCIL James Barker Doris Helms John W. Kelly Neill Cameron President Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Vice President for Public Service and Agriculture Vice President for University Advancement 5 Almeda R. Jacks Scott Ludlow Terry Don Phillips Benjamin W. Anderson J. Thornton Kirby Cathy Sams Debra Jackson Lawrence Nichols, III Chris Przirembel Marvin Carmichael Vice President for Student Affairs Chief Business Officer Director of Athletics General Counsel Executive Secretary of the Board of Trustees Chief Public Affairs Officer Institutional Effectiveness and Assessment Chief Human Resources Officer Vice President for Research Assistant to the President and Director of Financial Aid Academic Doris Helms, Ph.D. Janice C. Schach Bonnie Holaday, Ph.D. Joseph R. Boykin Jr., M.S. Thomas M. Keinath, Ph.D. Jerome V. Reel, Ph.D. T. Ross Wilkinson, Ph.D. Jerry E. Trapnell, Ph.D. Calvin L. Schoulties, Ph.D. Lawrence R. Allen, Ph. D. Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost FASLA Dean, College of Architecture, Arts and Humanities Dean of the Graduate School Dean of Clemson University Libraries Dean, College of Engineering and Science Senior Vice Provost and Dean of Undergraduate Studies Interim Associate Provost for Academic Affairs Dean, College of Business and Public Affairs Interim Dean, College of Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences Interim Dean, College of Health, Education and Human Development Student Affairs Almeda R. Jacks Joy S. Smith Mary F. Poore Verna G. Howell Rusty C. Guill Altheia L. Richardson Raquel Contreras Charles A. Dickerson Gary E. Campbell George W. Clay Deborah R. Culler L. Joe Granger Vice President for Student Affairs Associate Vice President and Dean of Students Associate Vice President for Municipal Services Associate Vice President and Executive Director of University Housing Assistant to the Vice President and Director of Publications & Marketing Assistant to the Vice President and Director of Multicultural Affairs Director of Counseling and Psychological Services Student Affairs Business Officer Director of Residential Life Director of Health Services Director of Municipal Court Director of Parking Services 6 Greg A. Padgett Shane McMahan Flora Riley R. Randy Rice Bill Daniel Stephen A. Robbins Gregory C. Harris Alesia A. Smith George N. Smith Jeanine Ward-Roof Director of Housing Administrative Services Acting Director of Campus Recreation Director of Michelin Career Center Director of Housing Facilities Director of Fire and EMS Director of Information Technology Services Director of Law Enforcement and Safety Director of Judicial Services Director of University Union and Student Center Director of Student Development Services IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS Academic Support Center (Tutoring) Admissions (graduate) Admissions (undergraduate) Athletic Ticket Office Alumni Center Bookstore Brooks Center Bursar’s Office Career Center Clemson Area Transit (CAT) COLLEGES Agriculture, Forestry, and Life Sciences Arts, Architecture, and Humanities Business and Public Affairs Engineering and Sciences Health, Education, and Human Development Computer Help Desk Dean of Student Life Dining Services Menu Line Disability Services Financial Aid Fire Department Honors College Health Center (Redfern)Appointment Line Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) General Information Housing Maintenance RESNET Information (Clemson University Only) IPTAY Judicial Services Library Multicultural Affairs 656-2305 656-3195 656-2287 656-2118 656-2345 656-2050 656-3043 656-2321 656-6000 654-CATS 656-3013 656-3084 656-3178 656-3201 656-7640 656-3494 656-0471 656-MENU 656-6848 656-2280 656-2242 656-4762 656-1541 656-2451 656-2233 656-2295 656-5450 656-5441 656-3311 656-2115 656-0510 656-3027 656-7625 7 Parking Services Police / Escort Service President’s Office Provost’s Office Recreation Center Registrar’s Office Student Development Services Student Government (graduate) Student Government (undergraduate) Student Records Tiger 1 Card Office University Union and Student Center Walker Golf Course Writing Center 656-2270 656-2222 656-3413 656-3243 656-2315 656-2171 656-0515 656-2697 656-2195 656-2174 656-0763 656-5827 656-0236 656-3280 2003 – 2004 ACADEMIC CALENDAR Fall 2003 August 17-18 August 18-19 August 19 August 20 August 26 September 2 September 9 October 8 October 10 October 20-21 November 3 November December December December December 26-28 4-5 6-13 17 18 Orientation Late registration Convocation Classes begin; late enrollment fee applies Last day to register or add a class Last day to drop a class or withdraw from the University without a W grade Last day to order diploma for December graduation Last day for instructors to issue midterm grades Last day to drop a class or withdraw from the University without final grades Fall break Registration for spring, Maymester, and summer terms begins Thanksgiving holidays Classes meet; exams permitted in labs only Examinations Candidates may access grades via TigerLine or TigerWeb Graduation Orientation Late registration Classes begin; late enrollment fee applies Last day to register or add a class Martin L. King Jr. holiday Last day to drop a class or withdraw from the University without a W grade Last day to order diploma for May commencement Last day for instructors to issue midterm grades Spring 2004 January 4-5 January 5-6 January 7 January 13 January 19 January 21 January 28 February 25 8 February 27 March 15-19 March 29 April 3-10 April 22-23 April 24-May 1 May 6 May 7 Last day to drop a class or withdraw from the University without final grades Spring break Registration for fall semester begins Honors and Awards Week Classes meet; exams permitted in labs only Examinations Candidates may access grades via TigerLine or TigerWeb Commencement Late registration and first day of class Last day to register; late enrollment fee applies Last day to drop a class or withdraw from the University without a W grade Classes meet Last day for instructors to issue midterm grades Last day to drop a class or withdraw from the University without final grades Classes meet Examinations Late registration Classes begin; late enrollment fee applies Last day to register or add a class Last day to drop a class or withdraw from the University without a W grade Last day for instructors to issue midterm grades Last day to drop a class or withdraw from the University without final grades Last day to order diploma for August graduation Examinations Orientation Late registration Classes begin; late enrollment fee applies Last day to register or add a class Holiday Last day to drop a class or withdraw from the University without a W grade Classes meet Last day for instructors to issue midterm grades Last day to drop a class or withdraw from the University without final grades Examinations Candidates may access grades via TigerLine or TigerWeb Graduation Maymester 2004 May 10 May 11 May 12 May 15 May 17 May 18 May 22 May 25 Summer I 2004 May May May May 17 18 19 21 June 2 June 3 June 7 June 22 Summer II 2004 June 28 June 29 June 30 July 1 July 5 July 6 July 10 July 15 July 16 August 4 August 6 August 7 9 Clemson University Alma Mater Verse 1 Where the Blue Ridge yawns its greatness; Where the Tigers play; Here the sons of dear Old Clemson, Reign supreme alway. Verse 2 We will dream of great conquests For our past is grand, And her sons have fought and conquered Every foreign land. Verse 3 Where the mountains smile in grandeur O’er the hill and dale Here the Tiger lair is nestling Swept by storm and gale. Verse 4 We are brothers strong in manhood For we work and strive; And our Alma Mater reigneth Forever in our lives. Chorus Dear Ol’ Clemson, we will triumph And with all our might, That the Tiger’s roar may echo O’er the mountain height. Clemson, South Carolina 29634