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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 guarding at the Scroll of
Honor 24 hours prior to the ceremony. The
Pershing Rifles then march 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 or students.
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.
GRADUATION PREPARATION
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 several 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’s website at
Helpful Reminders for Graduation Planning
Hotels tend to fill quickly on graduation weekend, so plan to reserve rooms 60 days in
advance. It is also helpful to think of any additional activities you would like to plan that
weekend, including making reservations at your student’s favorite restaurant or securing a
photographer if your student wants professional photos in their cap and gown. For specific
information about the commencement ceremony, you can check the Registrar’s website at
CLEMSON ALUMNI
The transition to being alumni can be exciting, but it is important to remember there will still
be plenty of resources for your students to adjust to life after college.
Clemson Alumni Career Services
The Clemson Alumni Association offers a variety of career resources to all alumni one year
after they have graduated. The Alumni Center and the CCPD have built relationships with
many top-recruiting agencies as well as many of the Clemson Clubs across the country
to offer assistance in career services for our alumni. Some of these include networking,
mentoring and employment opportunities.
Clemson Clubs
Another way for you and your student to stay connected after graduation is to join a Clemson
Club. Because of the varied locations and interests of our Clemson Family, we have developed
Clemson Clubs and interest groups across the country to provide special opportunities for
information, volunteerism, celebration and activities.
There are a variety of Clemson Clubs throughout the country for alumni to network, cheer
on the Clemson Tigers Football team and host programs for potential new Tigers. Joining a
Clemson Club is a great opportunity to meet other Clemson fans in local communities and
stay in tune with what is happening with the Tigers. Clubs are listed on the Clemson Alumni
website
Homecoming
Homecoming is a great opportunity for alumni to return home to Clemson, meet with old
friends and classmates and enjoy campus once again. Each year, the Clemson Alumni
Association invites alumni back for various tailgates associated with clubs, groups and
colleges. The Clemson Alumni Association provides details for these events several weeks
prior to homecoming to ensure alumni have a full itinerary before arriving back on campus.
To learn more, visit
Staying Connected to Clemson
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
wherever they may be. Membership to the Clemson Alumni Association is free and open to all
former students.
HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT:
CLEMSON ALUMNI
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