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HELPING YOU AS A FAMILY
Clemson University recognizes college can be a big transition for families, and we want to help
prepare you the best we can. We have come up with some resources specifically to support you and
your family through your student’s time at Clemson. Below is a list of specific ways for you to stay
connected as a family:
Family Communication Resources
• Parent Planning Calendar
• Family Handbook
• Clemson Family Press newsletter
• Tiger Talk Blog
• Tiger Cub 411 Videos
• Twitter
• Instagram
• Family website
*You can find the publications electronically at
Family Events
• Fall Family Weekend
• Spring Family Reunion
Family Staff
• Student Transitions and Family Programs
STAY CONNECTED FROM YOUR HOMETOWN
The Clemson Alumni Association exists to serve alumni, friends and graduates of Clemson
University by providing them with opportunities to network and gather to celebrate Clemson.
Because of the varied locations and interests of the members in our Clemson Family, we have
developed clubs across the county to provide special opportunities for information exchange
and activities.
Bring the Clemson Experience home, wherever your home may be. Search for your closest Clemson
Club by going to the website.
As with any institution over time, the spirit of a place — its buildings, its people and its community
— allows traditions to unfold. A simple action evolves into a rite of passage or an annual event, a
word into a legendary saying or a rallying call for fans. A place becomes a gathering spot for friends
HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT
Try and help your student think of
things they are doing in a way they
can see how it will directly affect their
skill sets for their future careers. It
may seem simple, but when they sit
down and conceptualize the process,
your student will see they have more
experience than they realize.
Be sure to remind them to enjoy
themselves while balancing the more
important things they are doing as well.
What they are doing now will make
a difference in their future, but they
also will never have the experience of
college in this way again. Start having
conversations with your student about
what they are doing and how it will
impact their future. Find out more
about how to stay involved by visiting
RESOURCES