Fall 2022 Travelers
Janet McHugh ’78 traveled to Egypt, visiting historic sites like the Great Sphinx and Great Pyramid of Giza.
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My Clemson: George Askew ’76
This year, Askew will celebrate his 50th anniversary at Clemson, across stints as a student, faculty member and administrator — a milestone he’d never envisioned when he arrived on campus as a freshman from South Jersey.
Dewey Boyd ’08
Dewey Boyd now belongs to one of the music industry’s most prestigious award-giving groups
Martin Furness ’01, M ’11
Martin Furness, a visual effects artist, made a splash with his work on Sony’s Vivo
Carrie Rachel Dean ’96
Carrie Dean, Mobile Health’s director of on-site services, is helping keep Broadway on stage
When in Greenville
My name is Josh Johnson — I graduated in 2017 with a bachelor’s degree in marketing and in 2019 with an MBA in entrepreneurship and innovation. After graduation, I decided to put my roots down in Greenville, South Carolina, a thriving scene for new businesses. After a short stint in mergers and acquisitions, I put my MBA to use by starting my own Greenville-based company. This city speaks for itself, but let me show you a few of my favorite spots:
1 | Falls Park
Located in the heart of downtown, Falls Park boasts scenic views of Reedy River Falls, even more so from the Liberty Bridge, Greenville’s iconic pedestrian suspension bridge. And this area is surrounded by incredible restaurants and local artist shops, and it’s great for a jog, bike ride or stroll along the riverbank.
PRO TIP:
Book a stay in the Grand Bohemian Lodge, Greenville’s brand-new luxury hotel and spa overlooking Falls Park.
2 | Swamp Rabbit Trail and Unity Park
Looking for a unique place to exercise? Look no further than the Swamp Rabbit Trail, spanning roughly 23 miles from Greenville to Travelers Rest. Locals tend to take breaks along the trail and grab treats from the likes of Methodical Coffee, Community Tap, and the Swamp Rabbit Café and Grocery. Unity Park, the newest development along the trail, is a kid’s wonderland, complete with a splash pad, playgrounds, picnic tables and recreational grounds.
3 | Saturday Market
The TD Saturday Market is a decades-old downtown tradition. Every Saturday in May through October, over 75 vendors — selling everything from fresh produce and street food to local arts and crafts — line several blocks of Main Street from 8 a.m. to noon. Hit the market before an evening Clemson Football game for some tailgating snacks.
4 | Experience Clemson
Located within the ONE Main Street plaza building, which also houses Clemson’s MBA program, Experience Clemson provides a glimpse of campus life in Greenville. Stock up on Clemson gear and learn more about the University, especially if you are a future Tiger.
PRO TIP:
A replica of Howard’s Rock welcomes visitors and offers a classic Clemson photo-op!
5 | BMW Ultimate Driving Experience
Not exactly downtown, but close enough — this exhilarating course is situated directly behind the Spartanburg BMW plant, which employs over 11,000 associates in a 7 million-square-foot campus, which is responsible for producing all X model vehicles. BMW offers several different driving experiences for all levels, giving visitors the chance to test their skills in the “Ultimate Driving Machine.”
Interested in sharing the best eats and secret spots of your own city with fellow Tigers? Email shutto@clemson.edu for more information.
Clemson in Greenville
Carrie Dean, Mobile Health’s director of on-site services, is helping keep Broadway on stage
2022 Holiday Gift Guide
Tired of scouring the internet for holiday gifts? We’ve already done the heavy lifting for you by compiling a gift guide chock full of products crafted by Clemson graduates — everything from custom skateboards, to cufflinks, to caviar. Happy gifting!
Shadow of Thorns
A short story introducing the title character of noted author Emily B. Martin’s new young adult fiction series
Summer 2022 Travelers
Ireland: Jim Lynch ’94 and his daughter, Alyssa Lynch ’23, traveled to Ireland “to visit the land of our ancestors, Galway.” They hiked in Connemara National Park with their Tiger Rag in tow.
