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• The “BEAT” T-shirt: During the week prior to certain home Clemson Football games, SAA
members can pick up free “BEAT” T-shirts at various places around campus for the game.
• Appreciation days: In order to thank all members of SAA for their gifts to Clemson and
their dedication to the University, the Student Alumni Council holds an annual SAA
appreciation day in the Spring for all current members.
• Networking opportunities: Network with other students and alumni. Membership
information can be found at
LEADERSHIP
By the second year, there’s a good chance your student has found one or two clubs or
organizations they are participating in. One way to link their involvement activity to gaining
valuable career skills is by seeking out leadership experience within the organization. Having
great leadership skills is one area most employers necessitate, yet it is not always taught
directly within classes.
Center for Student Leadership and Engagement
Developing students to be capable, confident leaders who are able to take action to make
positive, sustainable change has long been a priority for institutions of higher education
in the U.S. In addition to developing students to be the leaders our world requires upon
graduation, leadership development has a significant impact on the college student
experience. We have found that leadership development increases a college student’s
self-efficacy, academic performance and personal development. At Clemson, the Clemson
Leader framework provides a path to leadership development for all students. Students are
encouraged to create their own leadership plan of study and engage in both curricular and
co-curricular leadership and community engagement experiences. Learn more by following
on Instagram. Some of these
experiences offered by the Center for Student
Leadership and Engagement include:
Women In Leadership Conference
This annual conference builds capacity and
efficacy in leadership, giving conference
attendees a better understanding about
challenges and areas for growth for women
in leadership. It also gives them knowledge,
skills and values to engage in the leadership
process.
Alternative Break Programming
These programs engage a group of students
in direct service over a typical school break.
Clemson is proud to have a 10-year history
of offering these experiences and now offers
trips over Fall, Winter and Spring break.
Each experience has a focus on a particular
social issue with exploration and immersion in that issue beginning long before the trip
itself. Students educate themselves and each other, then do hands-on work with relevant
organizations. These experiences challenge them to think critically and compassionately
— and to understand there’s no such thing as “not my problem.” Upon return, participants
are empowered to make more informed decisions and to take meaningful action to support
community efforts.