Fellow Class of 1963 members,
It’s hard to believe that this year marks our 60th year since graduation. Several of our classmates have discussed gathering for an informal meal and attending the Spring Football game on April 15th. If you would be interested in attending this event, please let us know so that plans can be made to accommodate the number of participants. Indicate below whether you would be interested in either one or both of these activities by March 17. We will send details after we see the number for each event.
The Class of 1963 Committee
Lewis Dorrity and Joe Swann
2023 Tigers on Tour
About ‘TIGERS ON TOUR’:
From New York City to California and places in-between, we are taking the #TigersOnTour this year to tell you about what is going on at Clemson and how YOU can make an impact. Supporting Clemson is important and your participation matters!
Clemson University will be taking the ‘Tigers on Tour’ along the East Coast from Baltimore through Virginia and North Carolina from May 22nd through May 24th. We invite you to come out and see us at one of our stops along the way!
Join your Clemson Family to enjoy Clemson fellowship while hearing updates from campus and learning how you can stay engaged with the University, Clemson athletics and your local Clemson Club. Come on out and hear how alumni and Clemson friends like you can make a difference.
East Coast Trek – May 22 through May 24
MONDAY, MAY 22: BALTIMORE, MD5:00pm – 7:00pm EST @ The Valley Inn10501 Falls Rd., Timonium, MD*Appetizers on us!RSVP HERETUESDAY, MAY 23: RICHMOND, VA6:00pm – 8:00pm EST @ Tang & Biscuit3406 W. Moore St., Richmond, VA 23230*Appetizers on us!RSVP HEREWEDNESDAY, MAY 24: VIRGINIA BEACH, VA11:30am – 1:00pm EST @ Yard House Virginia Beach 4549 Commerce St., Virginia Beach, VA 23462*Lunch on us! RSVP is required for attendance.RSVP HEREWEDNESDAY, MAY 24: RALEIGH, NC6:00pm – 8:00pm EST @ Lynwood Brewing Concern1053 E. Whitaker Mill Rd., Raleigh, NC 27604*Appetizers on us!RSVP HERE
Clemson Grad Pic Day!
**UPDATE** – Due to inclement weather, this event has been canceled.
Graduation is quickly approaching and the Alumni Association, Clemson Forever Annual Giving Office and IPTAY want you to join us for Grad Pic Day!
Grad Pic Day is an opportunity to have your photo made in your cap and gown. During this event, photographers are located at the Clemson University landmarks for students to pose for graduation photos in their caps and gowns.
Photos are first come, first served so please be sure to arrive early.
We look forward to seeing you on #ClemsonGradPic day. Be sure to tag @ClemsonAlumni and @IPTAY in all your pictures and find us on all of our social media pages.
Be sure to keep Clemson updated on where you are headed. Update your contact information and not only stay connected to Clemson but also find out what Clemson events are happening in your local area!
Clemson Family Tailgate – Florida State 2022
Clemson Family Tailgate Heads To Florida State!
LOCATION: Donald L. Tucker Civic Center
TIME: 3:30 – 6:30 PM
MENU:
- 4 drink tickets to include beer & wine; additional drinks can be purchased with cash bar
- Southern BBQ Buffet including BBQ pulled pork & BBQ bone-in chicken with mild & spicy BBQ sauces, au gratin potatoes, southern style potato salad, cole slaw and baked beans, cornbread muffins and dinner rolls and desert. *Menu subject to change for a noon kickoff.
ENTERTAINMENT:
- Live DJ and College Gameday and/or available football games being aired at the time of the tailgate
PRICE:
- TAILGATE ONLY – $75 adult; $50 kids 12 and under
- TAILGATE + SHUTTLE – $100 adult; $75 kids 12 and under
- shuttle from Donald L. Tucker Civic Center to Doak S. Campbell Stadium (~8 blocks/1 mile) and return trip
ADDRESS: 505 W Pensacola St, Tallahassee, FL 32301
PARKING: Civic Center parking for the tailgate AND game can be purchased separately HERE.
DIRECTIONS TO DOAK S. CAMPBELL STADIUM: The Donald L. Tucker Civic Center is an easy straight-shot 1 mile walk to Doak S. Campbell Stadium. Clemson Family Tailgate guests can choose to walk and experience the gameday atmosphere in Tallahassee OR can opt to add-on a shuttle transfer for $25.
- $25 Gameday Shuttle Add-On: The shuttle will pickup at Donald L. Tucker Civic Center and will drop off at the roundabout at Varsity Dr. and W. Jefferson Street. From there it’s a 3-4 minute walk into Doak S. Campbell Stadium. The shuttle will transfer you back to Donald L. Tucker Civic Center following the conclusion of the game.
Follow our social media for tailgate updates. Tickets are non-refundable and will be available to purchase until sold out.
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Questions? Contact cualumni@clemson.edu.
Welcome Back Festival Returns with Record Donations to Scholarships
After cancelations due to COVID-19 in 2020 and a torrential rainstorm in 2021, the Welcome Back Festival returned to College Avenue in downtown Clemson on August 22nd kicking of the Fall semester and raising a record $23,000 toward student scholarships.
For 32 years in August, the Clemson Alumni Association and the Student Alumni Council (SAC) have sponsored the Welcome Back Festival, the premier kick-off event of the academic year at Clemson University. Each year, the festival features local vendors offering a variety of merchandise and food in exchange for purchased festival tickets. The money raised during the festival supports the Student Alumni Council Scholarship Endowment Fund supporting student scholarships.
Jim Clements, president of Clemson University, and Mayor of Clemson, Robert Halfacre opened the festival which is held in partnership with the City of Clemson and the Clemson City Police Department. Following the welcome the Clemson University Pep Band, Cheerleaders and Rally Cats performed for the festival crowd. Closing out the evening was local band, Risky Business, featuring current Clemson students Austin Allen, Sam Buchanan, Robert Farmer, Thomas Love, Egan Purnell and Whit Long.
SAC President, Lane Josey was thrilled about the record funds raised stating, “the impact that we can have on current and future Clemson students with the proceeds from the Welcome Back Festival will be life changing. Thank you to all the students, alumni and community members who helped make this possible.”
Alumni Association Executive Director, Wil Brasington, echoed Josey’s sentiments and commended the SAC, the City of Clemson and the Clemson City Police Department on their role in the festival. “We could not ask for better partners,” said Brasington. “The Welcome Back Festival would not have been this successful after a three-year hiatus without the planning and implementation by SAC as well as the support of the City of Clemson and its police department.
If you are interested in supporting the Student Alumni Council Scholarship Endowment Fund, visit https://iamatiger.clemson.edu/giving and use the “Search for a Fund” feature typing “Student Alumni Council (S.A.C.) Scholarship Endowment” as the search criteria. A gift of any amount can help make a difference in the lives of Clemson students.
For details about future Welcome Back Festivals and other Clemson Alumni Association events, visit alumni.clemson.edu.
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