Featured Progams
Below are a list of programs and organizations that are housed at Clemson University that share the same goals of the Minority Student Success Initiative for student involvment and success. We encourage you to utilize these resource offices and individuals.
Chief Diversity Office — Mr. Leon Wiles, 864-656-4238
Promoting a diverse and inclusive environment to support minority students.
Clemson Black Alumni Council — Mr. Joseph Hood, 864-656-4238
Planning and implementing programs and scholarships to connect black alumni and Clemson undergraduates.
Gantt Center for Student Life — Ms. Altheia L. Richardson, 864-656-7625
Fostering a welcoming and inclusive campus community which values and celebrates the diversity of its members.
Graduate School — Dr. Frankie Felder, 864-656-1845
Advising students on how to earn advanced degrees and supporting retention needs of enrolled students.
International Affairs (Study Abroad) — Dr. Teresa Wise, 864-656-1753
Advising students on study opportunities abroad.
Michelin® Career and Cooperative Education Center — Dr. Neil Burton, 864-656-6000
Preparing students for successful entrance into and movement through the workforce.
Office of Academic Excellence — Ms. Starlett Craig, 864-656-4720
Implementing precollege enrichment and academic mentoring programs that support the recruitment and retention of college students and providing on going support for those students who matriculate at Clemson.
Office of Access and Equity — Dr. Jerry Knighton, 864-656-3181
Offering support to promote the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority students.
Programs for Educational Enrichment and Retention (PEER) — Ms. Sue Lasser, 864-656-5541
Assisting minority College of Engineering and Science students to achieve all the goals you have set for yourselves as you prepare for a demanding career in an engineering or science related field.
Student Disability Services — Dr. Arlene C. Stewart, 864-656-6848
Providing equal access for students with identified disabilities at Clemson University.
Women in Engineering and Science (WISE) — Ms. Serita L. Acker, 864-656-7472
Helping and supporting females in engineering and science majors. From mentoring and networking to test banks and tutoring, WISE offers unlimited resources and information.