Guantanamo detainees become SC political fodder Nov 5, 2009
Smart move, said Clemson University political scientist Dave Woodard, a Republican. "They know how everyone feels about that _ Democrat, Republican or independent _ and they don't want those guys in South Carolina. It's a pretty winning issue," he said. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
"Solid Orange" done right Nov 5, 2009
In 2002 Clemson University began the "Solid Orange" campaign as a way to promote pride and tradition among Tiger fans. It's also been used in marketing and fundraising efforts though and many have forgotten that this campaign was intended to promote school pride and unity. (CUTigers.com)
Lightsey is Southeasts farmer of year Nov 5, 2009
The judging team included Elwyn Deal, a retired Clemson University Extension leader from Anderson, S.C.; James Lee Adams, a farmer from Camilla, Ga. and the overall winner of the award in 2000; and Jim Bone, manager of field development for DuPont Crop Protection from Valdosta, Ga. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Senator Vincent Sheheen (Dem) Nov 4, 2009
Vincent met his wife, Amy, while both were students at Clemson University, and they were married while he was in law school at the University of South Carolina. Vincent and Amy live in Camden with their three sons, 13-year old twins Austin and Joseph and 8-year old Anthony, where Vincent practices in a small law firm. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Lessons From Oil Industry May Help Address Groundwater Crisis Nov 4, 2009
3, 2009) Although declining streamflows and half-full reservoirs have gotten most of the attention in water conflicts around the United States, some of the worst battles of the next century may be over groundwater, experts say -- a critical resource often taken for granted until it begins to run out. Aquifers are being depleted much faster than they are being replenished in many places, wells are drying up, massive lawsuits are already erupting and the problems have barely begun. (Science Daily)
Rep. Nikki Haley (Rep) Nov 4, 2009
She went on to graduate from Clemson University with a B.S. degree in accounting and following her graduation worked as Accounting Supervisor for the Charlotte, N.C. based corporation FCR, Inc. and five of its subsidiaries. Nikki then went back to the family business where she helped oversee its growth into a multi-million dollar operation. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
GRAND WALKABOUT: Local men find plenty of good left in world as they hike 2,178-mile Appalachian Trail Nov 1, 2009
James Simons, a graduate of Clemson University, and Jack Wiggins, a University of South Carolina graduate, had batted around the idea of taking on the Appalachian Trail since their senior year at Holly Hill Academy. But it wasn't until April 9 of this year that the pair, along with two of Simons' fraternity brothers, set out on their quest to accomplish the 2,178-mile mountain trek. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
PROCEED TO SPILLER FOR HEISMAN PAGE Oct 31, 2009
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Did algae kill off the mighty dinosaurs? Oct 31, 2009
Clemson University researchers James Castle and John Rodgers wanted to find out if such algal blooms that are harmful today could have posed a threat millions of years ago and possibly contributed to extinctions. First, they did a literature search, turning up reports of an increase in fossilized stromatolites, or dome-shaped rocks with layers of cyanobacteria known as "microbial mats," during four out of five of the mass extinctions. (India Times, India)
Science: Is algae key to mass extinctions? Oct 30, 2009
Clemson University researchers James Castle, a geologist, and John Rodgers, an environmental toxicologists, wanted to find out if such algal blooms that are harmful today could have posed a threat millions of years ago and possibly contributed to extinctions. First, they did a literature search, turning up reports of an increase in fossilized stromatolites, or dome-shaped rocks with layers of cyanobacteria known as "microbial mats," during four out of five of the mass extinctions. (MSNBC -- Environment)
10 seek office in Norway Oct 30, 2009
A native of Norway, Fogle has a bachelor's degree in ceramic engineering from Clemson University. He is employed as operations manager at Thermal Ceramics in Augusta. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Clemson Football Game Program Feature: Charlie Harbison Oct 30, 2009
Co-Defensive Coordinator Charlie Harbison. This year in Death Valley, Clemson fans may notice a few unfamiliar faces on the Tiger coaching staff. (Clemsontigers.com)
Clemson Women's Soccer Team Falls to #6 North Carolina Thursday in Chapel Hill Oct 30, 2009
"We obviously had our problems in terms of being dangerous, but this is the best that we have played against a really good team. This game was a great way to send off our seniors, who have put so much time into this program. We played well as a team tonight.". Clemson 0, #6 North Carolina 3. (Clemsontigers.com)
Clemson Volleyball Travels North to Take on NC State, UNC Oct 30, 2009
All-ACC candidate Lia Proctor is second in the ACC at 3. The Clemson volleyball team will travel north for two matches in North Carolina this weekend. (Clemsontigers.com)
Clemson's Soccer Match With Wofford Has Been Cancelled Oct 28, 2009
CLEMSON, SC - The Clemson Men;s Soccer match with Wofford scheduled for Tuesday night at Historic Riggs Field has been cancelled because of inclement weather. Because of the recent heavy rain and the forecast of more precipitation in the Clemson area, athletic officials at both schools have decided to cancel the match for the 2009 season. (Clemsontigers.com)
Coliseum venue scores points with UNCG fans Oct 28, 2009
With high-profile teams from the Atlantic Coast Conference , N.C. State University, Clemson University and University of Maryland scheduled to visit Greensboro this season, the athletic department and coliseum are hoping to draw big crowds to raise revenue and the team s profile. UNCG Chancellor Linda Brady took that position in August 2008 with a goal of using athletics to help promote the school. (Triad Business Journal, NC)
Clemson vs. Coastal Carolina Football Game Notes Oct 28, 2009
Jacoby Ford has now caught at least one pass in 22 consecutive games he has played. Milestones in Range, Streaks needs one reception to become Clemson's career leader in receptions by a running back. (Clemsontigers.com)
Purple downs Orange, 91-72, on Tuesday Night Oct 28, 2009
Purple downs Orange, 91-72 on Tuesday Night - CLEMSON UNIVERSITY OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE. Purple downs Orange, 91-72 on Tuesday Night Clemson women's basketball to hold exhibition against Anderson University on Nov. 2 at 7:00 pm. (Clemsontigers.com)
Josipa Bek Successfully Defends ITA Carolina Regional Singles Title Oct 27, 2009
14 Bek and Hadziselimovic fell to the #5-ranked duo in the finals. WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - took down Reka Zsilinzska of Duke in the finals of the ITA Carolina Regional Championships on Monday. (Clemsontigers.com)
Clemson In 10th Place After Two Rounds at Isleworth Oct 27, 2009
Clemson, SC--Luke Hopkins and both had rounds of two-over-par 74 on Monday to lead Clemson to a 298 team score and a 10th place standing after two rounds of the Isleworth Collegiate in Windermere, FL. Seven of the top 10 teams in the nation are participating in the 15-team event. Clemson has a team total of 605 after the two rounds, 29 over par. (Clemsontigers.com)
Pastides says USC plane use justified Oct 27, 2009
In early September, Sanford s staff asked the state s three major research universities to provide copies of flight records showing the usage of the planes: The Medical University of South Carolina, Clemson University and the USC. While USC President Pastides Harris Pastides and staff had no indication that such request would be made, the University has always and will continue to be prepared to comply with request for information. In concession to articles written in newspapers there has been... (Gamecock Online, SC)
Tigers Attend Women's Basketball Media Day on Monday Oct 27, 2009
com for complete coverage of the event. GREENSBORO, N.C. - The Atlantic Coast Conference held its annual Women's Basketball Media Day on Monday, October 26 at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, NC, site of the 2010 ACC Tournament. (Clemsontigers.com)
Vote for CJ Spiller for AT&T All-America Player of the Week Oct 27, 2009
Vote for CJ Spiller for ATAmerica Player of the Week - CLEMSON UNIVERSITY OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE. Vote for CJ Spiller for ATAmerica Player of the Week Text Message VOTE to 345345 To Select This Week's Winner. (Clemsontigers.com)
Spiller and Parker Honored With National Awards by Rivals.com Oct 27, 2009
com - CLEMSON UNIVERSITY OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE. Spiller and Parker Honored With National Awards by Rivals. (Clemsontigers.com)
McDaniel Named National Defensive Back of the Week Oct 27, 2009
DeAndre McDaniel had two interceptions, including one that he returned 23 yards for a touchdown in Clemson's 40-37 overtime victory at eighth ranked Miami. CLEMSON, SC - Clemson safety has been named National Defensive Back of the Week for his performance at Miami (FL) by the College Performance Awards. (Clemsontigers.com)
Clemson Women's Basketball to Hold Orange And White Scrimmage Tuesday Oct 27, 2009
CLEMSON, S.C. - The Clemson women's basketball team will hold the Orange and White Scrimmage on Tuesday, October 27 at 7:00 pm in Littlejohn Coliseum. The game will follow a welcoming dinner for Orange Brigade members at 5:30 pm. (Clemsontigers.com)
Democrats in U.S. Senate race say they're moderates Oct 26, 2009
EDUCATION: M.B.A., Clemson University, 1981; bachelor's degree, University of Tennessee, 1973 ... EDUCATION: Law degree, Emory University, 1995; bachelor's degree, Clemson University, 1992. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Bek, Hadziselimovic in Finals at ITA Carolina Regional Championships Oct 26, 2009
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. has advanced to the singles and doubles final at the ITA Carolina Regional Championships with wins on Sunday. Bek, the defending singles champion, will team with in her doubles final. (Clemsontigers.com)
Clemson in 11th Place After First Day of Isleworth Collegiate Oct 26, 2009
Clemson, SC--Senior fired an opening round 75 on Sunday to lead Clemson to a 307 team score and an 11th place standing after the first round of the 15-team Isleworth Collegiate at Isleworth Golf Club in Windermere, FL. The tournament, regarded as the top college tournament of the fall season, features seven of the top 10 teams in the nation. Play continues on Monday and Tuesday. (Clemsontigers.com)
Clemson Tabbed Third by ACC Media in Preseason Men's Basketball Poll Oct 26, 2009
Trevor Booker was named to the preseason All-ACC men's basketball team Sunday. GREENSBORO, NC - Clemson was picked to finish third in the ACC this upcoming season in men's basketball Sunday at the conference's media day. (Clemsontigers.com)
Spiller Named National Offensive Player of the Week by Walter Camp Foundation Oct 26, 2009
Clemson, SC--Clemson running back has been named National Offensive Player of the Week by the Walter Camp Foundation for his performance at Miami (FL). The Walter Camp Foundation selects a national offensive and defensive player of the week each week during the season, then names a national offensive and defensive player of the Year and an All-America team at the conclusion of the season. (Clemsontigers.com)
Howard - Borgstedt (827) Oct 26, 2009
Mr. Borgstedt received a Bachelor s degree from Clemson University. He is currently employed as a Quality Manager at New Life Turf in Norway, S.C.. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Tigers Weather Hurricanes in OT, 40-37 Oct 25, 2009
Clemson tight end Michael Palmer runs for a touchdown in the second quarter against Miami. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky). (Clemsontigers.com)
Three Tigers in Final Eight at ITA Regionals Oct 25, 2009
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. Members of the Clemson women s tennis team competed at the ITA Carolina Regional Championships held on the campus of Wake Forest on Friday. The tournament feeds into the ITA Indoor National Championships, held from Nov. 6-9 in New Haven, CT. Three Tigers are among the final eight players remaining in the singles bracket, while Hadziselimovic and Bek have advanced to the final four in doubles. (Clemsontigers.com)
Tigers Sweep Demon Deacons in Dig Pink Match Oct 25, 2009
CLEMSON, S.C. - Clemson Volleyball recorded its fifth sweep in the last six home matches, defeating the Wake Forest Demon Deacons 25-10, 25-22, 25-23 on Saturday night. Clemson (16-7, 6-5 ACC) welcomed 817 fans, including many breast cancer survivors for their annual Dig Pink Event, announcing a donation total of more than $3,000 for the 2009 effort. (Clemsontigers.com)
No. 19 Duke Defeats Clemson 2-1 Oct 24, 2009
19 Duke Defeats Clemson 2-1 - CLEMSON UNIVERSITY OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE. 19 Duke Defeats Clemson 2-1 Duke Scores two late goals. (Clemsontigers.com)
Five Tigers Advance to Second Round at ITA Carolina Regional Championships Oct 24, 2009
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. Members of the Clemson women s tennis team competed at the ITA Carolina Regional Championships held on the campus of Wake Forest on Friday. The tournament feeds into the ITA Indoor National Championships, held from Nov. 6-9 in New Haven, CT. Five Tigers won their main draw singles matches to advance to the second round, matching Duke and North Carolina for the most players in the second round. (Clemsontigers.com)
theACC.com Feature: Clemson's Da'Quan Bowers Provides Many Reasons to Smile Oct 24, 2009
GREENSBORO, NC (theACC.com) - likes to make people smile. When he plays a home football game at Clemson, he loves the roar of the sellout crowd when he makes a big play, often a sack of the opposing quarterback. (Clemsontigers.com)
Tigers to Play in Prestigious Isleworth Collegiate October 25-27 Oct 24, 2009
Senior Ben Martin enters the weekend with a 72. 20 stroke average for his five rounds of play. (Clemsontigers.com)
Tigers Fall to Duke in Five Sets Friday Night Oct 24, 2009
CLEMSON, S.C.- Clemson volleyball fell to Duke on Friday night in five sets, despite a career-high 24 kills from senior. The Tigers (15-7, 5-5 ACC) will play Wake Forest on Saturday at 7:00 pm in the Dig Pink match. (Clemsontigers.com)
Clemson Women's Basketball Team Introduces "Lady Tiger Elementary School Night" Oct 24, 2009
The Clemson women's basketball team is partnering with area elementary schools to introduce "Lady Tiger Elementary School Night." The Lady Tiger basketball team would like to recognize local elementary schools at a home game this season. Each school is encouraged to sign up for a game of their choice and make that game special to their school. (Clemsontigers.com)
High School/Youth Tickets Available for Clemson vs. Coastal Carolina Football Game Oct 24, 2009
Clemson will offer high school/youth tickets for the Tigers' Homecoming game against Coastal Carolina on Saturday, October 31. In the past, these $10 tickets have only been offered on the day of the game. (Clemsontigers.com)
Tiger Women's Soccer Team Falls to #13 Maryland Thursday Night Oct 23, 2009
CLEMSON, SC - The Clemson women's soccer team fell to 13th-ranked Maryland on Thursday night at Historic Riggs Field by a score of 3-0. With the loss, the Tigers fall to 3-13 (0-8 ACC), while the Terrapins improve to 12-2-2 (4-2-2 ACC) with the win. (Clemsontigers.com)
Vickery Hall Student-Athletes of the Week Oct 23, 2009
Click on the links below for additional information about each student-athlete, as well as a complete list of all of the weekly award winners. 2009 CBS Interactive. (Clemsontigers.com)
Orange & Purple Baseball Scrimmage Change Oct 23, 2009
Orange e Baseball Scrimmage Change - CLEMSON UNIVERSITY OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE. Orange e Baseball Scrimmage Change. (Clemsontigers.com)
Clemson Women's Tennis Completes first Day at ITA Carolina Regional Championship Oct 23, 2009
Freshman Caroline Magnusson won two singles matches and one doubles match on Thursday. WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. Members of the Clemson women s tennis team competed at the ITA Carolina Regional Championships held on the campus of Wake Forest on Thursday. (Clemsontigers.com)
Tiger Baseball to Play Three Orange & Purple Scrimmages This Weekend Oct 22, 2009
Tiger Baseball to Play Three Orange e Scrimmages This Weekend - CLEMSON UNIVERSITY OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE. Tiger Baseball to Play Three Orange e Scrimmages This Weekend All three scrimmages to take place at Doug Kingsmore Stadium. (Clemsontigers.com)
Trolley feasibility study to be presented to DDA Oct 22, 2009
The idea arose from a Clemson University architect graduate who presented his school project to the DDA board in February 2008. The hook of a light rail system, whether it has vintage trolleys or modern rail cars, is not to make money on ridership, but that economic development springs up around the system. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Tiger Women's Soccer Team to Play Host to #13 Maryland Thursday Night Oct 22, 2009
Sophomore defender Ashlynne Bass and the Tigers will face #13 Maryland on Thursday at Historic Riggs Field. CLEMSON, SC - The Clemson women's soccer team will play host to 13th-ranked Maryland on Thursday, October 22 at Historic Riggs Field. (Clemsontigers.com)
Submit Photos to New IPTAY Magazine Oct 21, 2009
IPTAY members love to see photos of other IPTAY friends and family members. and we love to share them. (Clemsontigers.com)
Glover Leads After First Round of PGA Grand Slam of Golf Oct 21, 2009
I didn't hole much at the President's Cup so I was pretty excited to see some go in today (Clemsontigers.com)
WestZone Donors Oct 21, 2009
Clemson University Alumni Association. Coach's Low Country Boil. (Clemsontigers.com)
Watch Coach Swinney's Press Conference Live on TigerCast Tuesday at 11:00 AM Oct 21, 2009
We are getting ready to play a tremendous football team, a team that has been outstanding in all phases. They are probably the most athletic team we have played. (Clemsontigers.com)
Matching Gifts Oct 21, 2009
Matching Gift Companies - CLEMSON UNIVERSITY OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE. Matching Gift Companies Thank you for making the extra effort - and for your doubled support. (Clemsontigers.com)
Clemson's Doubles Team Loses in Quarterfinal Round Oct 21, 2009
CHAPEL HILL, NCThe third seeded team of Donato and Hardy defeated the Tigers1 Alvarez and DiFazio 8-6. In Singles, Clemson's Wes Moran lost to Sawyer Duncan of Furman 6-3, 5-7, 6-1 in the Round of 64. (Clemsontigers.com)
Tiger Baseball Recruiting Class Ranked #20 By Baseball America Oct 21, 2009
Clemson, SC - Clemson's 10-player baseball recruiting class was ranked #20 in the nation by Baseball America on Tuesday. Florida was ranked #1, while Stanford, Arizona State, Texas Christian, and Cal State Fullerton rounded out the top five. (Clemsontigers.com)
DeAndre McDaniel Earns ACC Player of the Week Honors Oct 21, 2009
GREENSBORO, NC - Boston College junior running back Montel Harris set a school single-game record with 264 rushing yards in a win over NC State and headlines this week's list of Atlantic Coast Conference players of the week, announced Monday. Harris also picked up Walter Camp National Player of the Week honors. (Clemsontigers.com)
Freshmen Lead Clemson Past Charlotte in Tuesday Volleyball Action Oct 21, 2009
CLEMSON, S.C. - Clemson Volleyball moved back into the win column on Tuesday with a sweep (25-22,25-17,25-22) of Charlotte in Jervey Gymnasium. Clemson moves to 15-6 on the season, while Charlotte drops to 14-9 overall. (Clemsontigers.com)
Mainland's Davis commits to Clemson Oct 19, 2009
In two years the orange and white of Clemson University football will have a blue and gold tint to it. That's because for the second time this year a Mainland star has committed to play for the Tigers. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Sports)
'SHINE BEFORE MEN': Students encouraged to stay strong at Fields of Faith Oct 16, 2009
Featured speaker was Jose Rivera, a local doctor and acupuncturist who is a member of Clemson University s chaplain support staff. The Undivided and Cross Fade provided musical accompaniment for praise and worship. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
County approves $10K for initial planning of veterans memorial park (68) Oct 11, 2009
County Administrator Rose Dobson-Elliott said she had already received a $15,000 contract, which she had not signed, from Clemson University Extension to do the planning ... Sellers and Harry Crissy (a Clemson University Extension agent and Southern Carolina Alliance s community developer) to work the project out. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Pupils find few black men to call Mister Oct 10, 2009
Jones directs the program from Clemson University in South Carolina, where it began in 2000 after researchers found that fewer than 1 percent of the state's elementary school teachers were black men; the overall K-12 student population at the time was 42 percent black. Nearly six years after the first MISTER cohort graduated in 2004, there has been some progress, though Jones concedes not nearly enough. (MSNBC -- Race)
Few teachers are black men Oct 10, 2009
Jones directs the program from Clemson University in South Carolina, where it began in 2000 after researchers found that fewer than 1% of the state's elementary school teachers were black men; the overall K-12 student population at the time was 42% black. Nearly six years after the first MISTER cohort graduated in 2004, there has been some progress, though Jones concedes not nearly enough. (USA Today -- News)
Fields of Faith: Youth event set for Oct. 14 at EHS Oct 9, 2009
Musical performances will be by The Undivided and Cross Fade, and featured speaker is Jose Rivera, a local doctor and acupuncturist who is a member of the Clemson University chaplain's support staff. FCA Midlands 4 board member Lee Wiles says the event gives students an opportunity to come together and express their faith. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
More of this story Oct 6, 2009
Silver s experience on the farm brought her to Clemson University, where she earned a degree in dairy science. However, before interviewing for technician jobs with Hood and other milk companies, she starting working for the Westerly postal service. (Westerly Sun, RI)
