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Clemson animal health officials: keep domestic birds away from wild waterfowl and their waters
Columbia, S.C. —Clemson University animal health officials are urging owners of backyard poultry flocks and pet waterfowl to redouble their biosecurity measures and keep domestic birds away from wild waterfowl and from ponds, lakes and other waters wild birds may use. The call comes as waterfowl take wing along the Atlantic Flyway and migrate south to overwinter, carrying with them diseases such as Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI).
Forest Products Innovation Corridor launches regional effort to rebuild markets for Southern wood
The Forest Products Innovation Corridor launched Sept. 9–11 in Greenville, bringing together forest landowners, manufacturers, researchers, investors, policymakers and economic development leaders from across the Southeast to address declining markets for pulpwood and paper mill products. The Clemson University-led initiative aims to connect the region’s forest resources with emerging markets in mass timber, biofuels, biomaterials, renewable energy and other forest-based products.
South Carolina animal health officials urge horse owners to vaccinate against mosquito-borne diseases
COLUMBIA, S.C. — With recent rain and humid conditions creating favorable environments for mosquitoes, Clemson University Livestock-Poultry Health is reminding horse owners to make sure their animals are vaccinated against eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) and West Nile virus (WNV). No equine cases of EEE or WNV have been reported in South Carolina this year.
Clemson workshop helps grow South Carolina’s organic future
As consumer demand for organic food continues to rise, Clemson University is helping South Carolina farmers capitalize on one of agriculture’s fastest-growing markets by equipping producers with the knowledge, technical support and financial resources needed to create certified organic operations and succeed in business.
Clemson refines Asian longhorned beetle quarantine based on six years of eradication progress
Clemson University’s Department of Plant Industry (DPI) is updating the boundaries of the Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) quarantine in Charleston and Dorchester counties following years of intensive surveying and monitoring, reflecting both new detections in one area and significant progress toward eradication in another. The revised quarantine will take effect Aug. 23, 2026.
USDA confirms New World Screwworm in Texas
By Jonathan Veit Following the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s recent confirmation of New World Screwworm (NWS) in Texas and New Mexico, Clemson Livestock-Poultry Health (CULPH) and Clemson Department of Pesticide Regulation are encouraging livestock owners, veterinarians and animal health professionals to remain vigilant while emphasizing that South Carolina is actively preparing for the potential threat.
USDA confirms New World Screwworm in Texas, New Mexico; Clemson officials outline South Carolina preparedness efforts
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Following the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s recent confirmation of New World Screwworm (NWS) in Texas and New Mexico, Clemson Livestock-Poultry Health (CULPH) and Clemson Department of Pesticide Regulation are encouraging livestock owners, veterinarians and animal health professionals to remain vigilant while emphasizing that South Carolina is actively preparing for the potential threat.
Ghosting Job Candidates Can Haunt Employers, Clemson Research Finds
Philip Roth, Trevillian Distinguished Professor in the Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business at Clemson University, has earned national recognition for new research examining a growing problem in the modern job market: post-interview ghosting. Roth’s paper, “Post-Interview Ghosting Casts Dark Shadows on Applicant Reactions,” was selected as one of the top papers accepted for presentation at the 86th Annual Meeting of the Academy of Management, which will be held July 31-Aug.
Clemson Livestock Poultry Health Names Catherine Harris Deputy State Veterinarian
Clemson Livestock Poultry Health has named Catherine Harris, DVM, as South Carolina’s new deputy state veterinarian, bringing to the role experience as both an animal agriculture regulator and a veterinarian working directly within the industry. Harris joins Clemson from the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, where she served as assistant state veterinarian and director of livestock animal health programs.
Clemson University Forest launches Data Hub to expand research, recreation and stewardship
The Clemson University Forest is opening a new digital window into one of the University’s greatest natural assets. The newly launched Clemson University Forest Data Hub brings together decades of forest data, mapping tools and management resources into a single online platform designed to improve recreation, strengthen forest management, support scientific research and encourage public stewardship of the 19,200-acre forest surrounding Clemson’s campus.
From beta test to launch: Clemson students help shape music messaging app, and gain real-world experience in the process
CLEMSON, S.C. — When students in Michele Cauley’s social media marketing course at Clemson University were asked to help develop a marketing strategy for a new app, they weren’t handed a polished product. They were handed something unfinished. “It was a semi-working app at the time,” Cauley said. “They were truly part of the beta test.” That distinction turned a class assignment into something far more immersive and impactful. Over the course of several weeks, students in the Wilbur O.
Clemson’s Brad Stancil earns national innovation award for advancing services that support South Carolina farmers
CLEMSON, S.C. — Brad Stancil, assistant director of Clemson University’s Fertilizer Regulatory and Certification Services, which includes the Certified Seed program, a unit of Clemson Regulatory Services, has been recognized with the 2025 Excellence in Innovation Award from the Association of Official Seed Certifying Agencies (AOSCA), a national organization that sets standards for seed certification across the United States.
Clemson officials urge South Carolina public to stay vigilant in the fight against invasive hornets
Since Yellow-legged hornets were first identified in the Bluffton area in November 2023, Clemson University’s Department of Plant Industry Apiary Inspection Program and Clemson Cooperative Extension have been engaged in a statewide fight against the potentially devastating insect.
Clemson business students land elite finance programs, build path to Wall Street
For Ava Hester and Morgan Harvey, the path to some of the most competitive finance programs in the country started in a freshman business class at Clemson University. Now sophomores in the Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business, Hester and Harvey, both double majoring in finance and accounting, are already gaining experience typically reserved for upperclassmen and graduates.
From a Classroom Conversation to a Growing AI Startup
Reid Turner and Danika Pfleghardt didn’t plan to start a company when they walked into accounting class. They just happened to sit next to each other. Like many students in Clemson University’s Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business, they started talking about classes, ideas and eventually something bigger. Within weeks, those conversations turned into brainstorming sessions. Within months, they had a company.
Paving Tradition: Inside the Clemson MBA Tile Ceremony
By Drew Henry Nearly two decades ago, Clemson University’s MBA program began a tradition rooted in recognition, craftsmanship and community. What started as a thoughtful way to honor graduating MBA students has grown into one of the program’s most meaningful milestones: the Clemson MBA tile ceremony. “We want our students to have something that feels personal and meaningful,” said Jane Layton, Clemson MBA interim director.
New study challenges conventional wisdom about “retail therapy”
For decades, the idea of “retail therapy” has shaped how many people think about spending. Whether it is buying a new outfit after a difficult week, picking up a small luxury to break up a stressful day or impulsively booking a weekend getaway, shopping is often used to boost mood or regain a sense of control. These purchases can provide a short-term lift, triggering the brain’s reward system and offering comfort in the moment.
Clemson Data Science Students Help Ohio Energy Company Tackle Environmental Risk and Workforce Gaps
When Stonebridge Oil Solutions faced growing concerns about Ohio’s aging oil wells and the environmental risks associated with saltwater injection, the company turned to Clemson University’s Master of Science in Data Science and Analytics (M.S. DSA) program for answers rooted in data.
Clemson asks poultry producers to step up biosecurity as Georgia, North Carolina detect bird flu
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Clemson urges poultry producers to strengthen biosecurity amid Georgia, North Carolina, Avian Influenza detections
The North Carolina Department of Agriculture reported on Jan. 6, 2026, that a backyard flock in Franklin County tested positive for HPAI. In addition, the Georgia Department of Agriculture reported confirmed cases in commercial poultry facilities in January.
Clemson students flex Bloomberg Terminal excellence, investment acumen in global competition
Two Clemson University teams finished in the top 10 among all U.S.-based competitors in the Bloomberg Global Trading Challenge, including a fourth-place national finish, placing Clemson among the nation’s top-performing programs in the global competition. A total of 25 Clemson teams competed in the challenge, placing the University among the top three U.S. institutions nationally for participation and ahead of hundreds of peer institutions worldwide.
Jane Layton appointed interim director of the Clemson University MBA Program
Evguenia “Jane” Layton, an academic leader with more than 13 years of experience directing, developing and expanding MBA programs, concentrations and global learning initiatives, has been named interim director of the Clemson University MBA Program. “Jane brings a deep commitment to academic excellence, student success and program innovation,” said Wendy York, dean of the Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business.
Yellow-legged hornet nest located in York County; residents urged to report sightings
Officials with the Clemson University Department of Plant Industry (DPI) discovered an invasive yellow-legged hornet nest in York County on December 8 after a local beekeeper reported seeing a hornet preying on honey bees. The nest will be removed later this week. This is the first detection of a yellow-legged hornet or nest in South Carolina outside the Lowcountry. DPI is asking York County residents to remain alert and report suspected hornets or nests.
Clemson animal health officials urge backyard flock owners to guard against avian influenza during peak migration
Columbia, S.C. — Clemson University animal health officials are urging owners of backyard poultry flocks and pet waterfowl to remain vigilant as peak migration season for waterfowl and other wild birds is underway in the Atlantic Flyway. Owners should isolate domestic birds from wild waterfowl and from ponds, lakes and other waters that wild birds may use. The reminder follows confirmation of the Eurasian strain of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in a small backyard flock in York County.
Clemson University Global Tire Conference Marks 40 Years of Innovation as MBA Students Step Into the Future of Mobility
By Drew Henry As Clemson University prepares to host the 40th Annual Clemson University Global Tire Conference in April 2026, the milestone arrives at a pivotal moment for the mobility sector. The conference has long served as a space where industry leaders gather to share insights, anticipate change and shape the future of tire design, manufacturing and performance.
Clemson’s Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business Launches Master of Science in Finance Program
CLEMSON, South Carolina — Clemson University’s Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business has introduced a new Master of Science in Finance (MSF) program, which is now accepting applications. The launch follows formal accreditation approval by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges on October 31.
Clemson Livestock-Poultry Health monitoring multi-state Equine Herpesvirus outbreak; South Carolina updates import requirements
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Clemson University Livestock-Poultry Health (CULPH) officials are closely monitoring a multi-state outbreak of Equine Herpes Virus (EHV-1) and its neurologic form, Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy (EHM), linked to barrel racing and rodeo-type events in Texas and Oklahoma. Currently, there are no confirmed cases in South Carolina, but the highly contagious nature of the virus in horses and other equids warrants heightened vigilance and updated movement safeguards.
Clemson Experimental Forest gets new name and strategic plan
During its fall quarterly meetings, the Clemson University Board of Trustees approved renaming the Clemson Experimental Forest to the Clemson University Forest (CUF). “The new name clarifies the Forest’s role as a vital University asset supporting teaching, research, recreation and outreach across multiple disciplines. This update will help eliminate confusion surrounding governance and ownership, reinforcing that the Forest belongs to the entire Clemson community,” the Board said in a statement.
Snow Institute Hosts Constitution Day Lecture and Panel Examining Capitalism’s Influence on College Athletics
By Ryan Rogers This Fall semester, Clemson University’s Snow Institute for the Study of Capitalism (SISC) hosted two public events: the annual Constitution Day Lecture and the semiannual Pope Lecture Series.
Clemson University’s Andrea Galehouse Selected for America’s SBDC Rising Leadership Program
CLEMSON, S.C. — Andrea Galehouse, region operations manager and student engagement coordinator for the Clemson Region SC Small Business Development Centers (SBDC), hosted by the Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business, has been selected to represent South Carolina in the inaugural America’s SBDC Rising Leadership Program. Launched this year, the program identifies and develops emerging leaders from across the national SBDC network.
Pesticide regulators extend restrictions on certain rodenticides
CLEMSON, S.C. — Clemson University pesticide regulators are extending a statewide restriction on the use of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides, known as SGARs. The original one-year restriction was enacted on February 1, 2025, under state pesticide regulation, Chapter 27–1075, Section B. The restriction will be extended indefinitely. The original one-year restriction was enacted on February 1, 2025, under state pesticide regulation, Chapter 27–1075, Section B.
Cutting-edge classroom technology elevates the graduate student experience at Greenville ONE
GREENVILLE, S.C. — Clemson University is redefining graduate business education through advanced teaching technology at its Greenville ONE facility. Located in the heart of downtown Greenville, Clemson’s Greenville ONE serves as a hub for graduate business programs and professional development.
Clemson institute works with industry on new markets for South Carolina timber
CLEMSON, S.C. — With South Carolina’s forestry and forest products industries facing significant headwinds, Clemson University’s Wood Utilization + Design Institute (WU+D) convened industry, government and academic leaders Sept. 24 at the Madren Conference Center to explore new products and markets for the state’s abundant timber.
Clemson experts warn public about New World Screwworm threat
Clemson animal health experts are educating South Carolina livestock producers, veterinarians, meat processors and pet owners about the New World screwworm (NWS), a parasitic blowfly whose larvae feed on the living tissue of warm-blooded animals and could threaten the state’s agriculture industry. Although no animal cases have been reported in the United States, Mexico confirmed 5,086 animal infestations as of August 17, 2025, a 53 percent increase since July.
Clemson officials find Asian longhorned beetle in Mount Pleasant
Officials with the Clemson University Department of Plant Industry (DPI) are asking residents, arborists, construction site contractors and debris management companies to refrain from moving certain hardwood tree debris, including maple, from Mount Pleasant after inspectors detected Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) on the grounds of a commercial shopping center in the town.
Clemson’s Sustainable Packaging Innovation Lab Awards $2.5 million to drive export-ready packaging innovations
Clemson University’s Sustainable Packaging Innovation Lab (SPIL) has awarded $2.5 million to support the development of cutting-edge sustainable packaging solutions. These efforts are aimed at ensuring U.S. specialty crops remain competitive in global markets, particularly the European Union and Canada, where new regulations are phasing out plastic and requiring recyclable or compostable alternatives for produce packaging.
Clemson University names Soledad Peresin as director of Wood Utilization + Design Institute
CLEMSON, S.C. — Clemson University has appointed M. Soledad Peresin as director of the Wood Utilization + Design Institute (WU+D), a center of excellence dedicated to advancing sustainable wood-based innovations through research, education and industry collaboration.
First 2025 Cases of Eastern Equine Encephalitis Confirmed in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The first confirmed cases of Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) virus in South Carolina for the 2025 season have resulted in the deaths of two horses, state officials announced today. According to the Clemson University Department of Livestock Poultry Health, a five-year-old unvaccinated stallion in Jasper County succumbed to the disease, while a five-year-old mare in Aiken County — whose vaccination status was unknown — was euthanized after exhibiting neurological symptoms.
Invasive spotted lanternfly detected in South Carolina
The spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula), an invasive insect known for damaging grapes, hops, stone fruits and hardwood trees, has been detected for the first time in South Carolina. Clemson University’s Department of Plant Industry (DPI) confirmed the presence of the pest in the cities of Greenville and Seneca. The insect, originally from Asia, has now spread to at least 18 other states, including nearby North Carolina, Tennessee and Georgia.
Animal Health Officials Urge Horse Owners to Vaccinate for Mosquito-Borne Diseases
By Jonathan Veit As spring brings warmer, wetter weather and mosquitoes begin to emerge, Clemson University animal health officials are encouraging horse owners across South Carolina to vaccinate their animals against West Nile virus (WNV) and Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) virus. “Now is the time for horse owners to vaccinate, before mosquito season hits full swing,” said State Veterinarian Michael Neault, director of Clemson University Livestock-Poultry Health.
Animal Health Officials Urge Horse Owners to Vaccinate for Mosquito-Borne Diseases
COLUMBIA, S.C. — As spring brings warmer, wetter weather and mosquitoes begin to emerge, Clemson University animal health officials are encouraging horse owners across South Carolina to vaccinate their animals against West Nile virus (WNV) and Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) virus. “Now is the time for horse owners to vaccinate, before mosquito season hits full swing,” said State Veterinarian Michael Neault, director of Clemson University Livestock-Poultry Health.
Clemson University earns first-ever SFI Urban and Community Forest Sustainability Certification
Clemson University is the first organization to earn the Sustainable Forestry Initiative’s (SFI) full Urban and Community Forest Sustainability Standard certification. The achievement was announced April 25, 2025, in honor of Arbor Day. The certification highlights Clemson’s commitment to managing its campus trees and green spaces in ways that provide long-term benefits for students, faculty, staff and the broader community. This marks Clemson’s second SFI certification.
Clemson launches new yellow-legged hornet reporting system
Download image The Clemson University Department of Plant Industry has introduced a new identification and reporting system to help combat the spread of yellow-legged hornets. The system allows South Carolina residents to report suspected yellow-legged hornet activity and embryo nests as the insects emerge from hibernation in the coming weeks.
Clemson University names Rob Allen as first-ever Recreation Manager for Clemson Experimental Forest
Clemson University has hired Rob Allen ’98 as the first-ever recreation manager of the Clemson Experimental Forest (CEF), marking a significant step in balancing the Forest’s recreational opportunities with its role in research, education and conservation. In this new role, Allen will serve as a liaison between the University and the community, organize volunteer efforts, oversee safety training and work projects, and support faculty and student initiatives within the Forest.
Researchers learn more about the extraordinary biodiversity of the Clemson Experimental Forest
The Clemson University Board of Trustees designated 3,265 acres of the 18,000-acre Clemson Experimental Forest as an “ecologically sensitive zone” during its fall quarterly meeting. The decision follows nearly a century of systematic exploration and documentation of its biodiversity. A sign that says "Clemson Experimental Forest" sits in the green grass by the side of a road.
Clemson University Invites Public to Forest Fest on March 29
The Clemson Experimental Forest will host Forest Fest from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on March 29 at the Issaqueena Trailhead, E. Dam Road, Central, South Carolina. Free and open to the public, Forest Fest is an interactive event designed to connect youth, families, students and the community with the biodiversity of the South Carolina Upstate, while highlighting the importance of environmental stewardship and natural resource management.
Researchers learn about Clemson Experimental Forest biodiversity
CLEMSON — Clemson University Board of Trustees designated 3,265 acres of the 18,000-acre Clemson Experimental Forest as an “ecologically sensitive zone” during its fall quarterly meeting. The decision follows nearly a century of systematic exploration and documentation of its biodiversity.
Researchers learn more about the extraordinary biodiversity of the Clemson Experimental Forest
The Clemson University Board of Trustees designated 3,265 acres of the 18,000-acre Clemson Experimental Forest as an “ecologically sensitive zone” during its fall quarterly meeting. The decision follows nearly a century of systematic exploration and documentation of its biodiversity.
Clemson FRESH opens new compostable packaging research center
Clemson FRESH has launched a new Compostable Packaging Research and Design Center to accelerate the development of sustainable, next-generation packaging. The facility was built with $690,000 in funding from the South Carolina Department of Commerce and Clemson University. The Center aims to attract industry investment, boost Clemson FRESH’s competitiveness for federal grants and cultivate talent in sustainable packaging design to meet growing industry needs.
Rodenticide use to be restricted under new statewide regulations
CLEMSON, S.C. — Clemson University regulators are imposing a statewide, one-year restriction on the use of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides, known as SGARs, after research confirmed the chemicals are affecting non-target wildlife. In some cases, wildlife that feed on rodents have died from exposure to the chemicals. The decision follows efforts that began in 2020 to reduce SGAR use in sensitive ecological areas through public education and voluntary programs.
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