Experience Magazine

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Overview of the DIVISION
of STUDENT AFFAIRS
Clemson University’s history is visible the
minute any student steps on campus. The
experience magazine aims to highlight Student
Affairs projects — programs or services that fuse
campus history with modern programming,
construction and services. In this issue of
experience, we address our need for new on-
campus housing, which will attract graduate
students and other upperclassmen as well as
Bridge to Clemson students.
The changes that will take place in order to
resolve this need will improve involvement
and learning, while also enriching social
opportunities. There are many benefits of living
on campus, such as convenient access to dining
halls, sporting events, the library and student
programs. We invite you to read the coming
pages to discover our goals, which showcase
the effort we are putting forth to make the
University a more welcoming and inclusive
place for all students.
Clemson University’s Division of Student
Affairs is a large division within the University.
We currently employ more than 400 staff
members across 19 departments, supporting
student life around the clock. Led by Vice
President Dr. Almeda R. Jacks, Student Affairs
at Clemson is a network of individuals who are
committed to the safety, health, well-being and
success of our students on a daily basis.
Providing students opportunities for
involvement, Student Affairs offers more
than 400 student clubs and organizations from
which students can join. From religious groups
to Student Government to special interests
such as backgammon and disc golf, student
organizations are more than just a chance to
relax. These activities are the way students
discover leadership skills, make new friends
and enhance their college experience.
Known for student engagement outside of the
classroom, the Division of Student Affairs also
provides a variety of avenues to seamlessly blend
the academic component of University life
together with cocurricular learning. Whether
living alongside academic majors and professors
in one of 23 living-learning communities,
interning on campus with an area that matches
students’ personal and professional interests, or
joining a Creative Inquiry, Clemson students
are empowered to shape their own personal
Student Affairs experiences.
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