Landmarks & Legends
The fun and fascinating stories of Clemson’s history.
Bloom Where You’re Planted
Brooks Center Director Lillian U. Harder, set to retire in 2017, reflects on her 44 years at Clemson. One year. That’s how long Lillian “Mickey” Harder, director of the Brooks Center for the Performing Arts, and her husband planned to stay in Clemson when they arrived in 1972. Sitting in her office 44 years later, […]
Landmarks & Legends: Marking History
Three new historical markers at Clemson are tangible reminders of the University’s full history — a history not as idyllic as the well-manicured lawn of Bowman field and the picture-perfect walk by the library.
Sergeant at Heart
It is often said in the Army that master sergeants are the ones really in charge of their units, and there’s probably more than a kernel of truth in that in a university ROTC unit. The master sergeant trains cadets in tactical tasks such as land navigation, first aid, working as a team, weapons firing […]
Clemson House
Perched on a hill overlooking Bowman Field, Clemson House has been home to faculty, staff, students and the families of more than one president over the past 65 years. Constructed in 1950 by Daniel Construction Company of Greenville, it was known as “Carolina’s smartest hotel.” When it first opened, Clemson House featured a large dining […]
Save Our Amphitheater: A Story of Student Triumph
On any given day, the center of Clemson’s campus is a unique blend of bustling students rushing to class and relaxed students enjoying the outdoors during their break in the day. The library stands tall and white against the sky, opening its massive glass doors to those who need to work, while just a short […]
Clemson Memorial Stadium
“Put about 10,000 seats behind the YMCA. That’s all you’ll ever need.” Those were the words of Coach Jess Neely as he left for Rice after the 1939 season. Fortunately, Clemson didn’t follow his advice. In 1941, the S.C. General Assembly authorized the issuance of $100,000 in bonds to build a stadium. The project was […]
An agricultural revolutionary
Interred in a shady plot along the periphery of Woodland Cemetery — a short punt from Death Valley and a pebble’s throw from Clemson family names like Sikes, Poole and R.C. Edwards — lie the earthly remains of one of the most influential Americans whose name you may have never heard.