60 / 72
UPPERCLASS OPPORTUNITIES AND TRADITIONS
Clemson Ring Week
Ring Week takes place during the first few weeks of the fall and spring
semesters. This is a time when currently enrolled students, who have
completed 90 or more earned hours on their academic transcript (not
degree works progress report), as well as graduate students who have
applied to graduate, can purchase their Clemson ring. During Ring Week,
the manufacturer comes to campus to assist students in sizing and the
purchasing process (rings can also be ordered online during this period).
Students who purchase during Ring Week are invited to participate in
the Ring Ceremony.
Clemson Ring Ceremony
The Pershing Rifles, a Clemson ROTC student organization, begin the
Guarding of the Rings 24 hours prior to the ceremony at the Scroll of Honor.
The Pershing Rifles then march them in the Parade of Rings from the Scroll
of Honor to Littlejohn Coliseum approximately one hour before the ceremony
begins. During the ceremony, students are called to cross a stage where
they are presented with their Clemson ring and are able to shake hands with
the University President. Family and friends are encouraged to attend the
ceremony to celebrate with their student.
Senior Week
Each year in the week prior to exams, the Student Alumni Council hosts
a variety of events for graduating seniors. Events such as Rub the Rock and
Senior Ball serve to congratulate seniors on their hard work and to end their
time here with the best traditions Clemson has to offer. Seniors receive
information via email communications leading up to Senior Week.
PREPARING FOR GRADUATION
Official Graduation Logistics
In order for a student to graduate, they must have completed all degree
requirements within their major. It is important for your student to connect
with their adviser a few times in their last year to be sure they have completed
all degree requirements. In addition to completing all degree requirements,
your student must apply for graduation. Remind your student the importance
of checking their email as graduation information will typically be sent
out months before the actual application deadline. Outside of applying for
graduation, your student will also need to order their cap and gown if they plan
to walk across the stage at the traditional commencement ceremony. If your
student is involved in any honor societies or on campus organizations, they
should check to see if their special cords or stoles are available for purchase.
For specific information about the commencement ceremony, you can check
the registrar website at
clemson.edu/registrar.Helpful Reminders for Graduation Planning
Hotels tend to fill quickly on graduation weekend, so plan to reserve rooms
60