Optional Summer Programs

Clemson University offers optional summer programs for incoming students to enjoy. Learn more about these programs and join in!

CU Tonight
ClemsonQuest
CU Outdoors
IMPACT

CU Tonight

Transfer students - get more out of your orientation experience by attending CU Tonight. CU Tonight is offered once this summer; it is an overnight program the afternoon and evening of July 2 before the orientation session on July 3. You will have the opportunity to interact with current transfer students in a relaxed, informal setting and get your questions answered. You spend the night in Manning Hall, check-in early and receive your orientation materials, enjoy dinner and breakfast, and attend a social that evening. The additional fee is $55; you can select CU Tonight during online registration. Currently this program is for students only, no guests.

ClemsonQuest

ClemsonQuest is a summer academic program for freshman students sponsored by the Academic Success Center. ClemsonQuest is a great way to:

• see what campus life is like;
• develop friendships with fellow incoming freshmen through the in- and out-of-class activities;
• get one general education course (MUSIC 210) out of the way;
• experience dorm and campus life;
• learn how to study in college;
• accomplish some of your required freshman assignments, such as laptop and computing support, career and major exploration, healthy lifestyles, eportfolio development, library workshop and academic skills development; and
• experience summer fun in Clemson, including kayaking on Lake Hartwell, whitewater rafting, nighttime campus hikes, touring campus facilities and sport venues and so much more!

Program fee is $350.  Other fees include tuition and associated fees, room and meals. You register when you sign up for orientation. Participation is limited to the first 30 students.

Dates are June 24-July 15.

Learn more and complete the application at ClemsonQuestion 2013 or call 864-656-6212.

CU Outdoors

Join fellow incoming freshman and the staff of the Clemson Outdoor Recreation and Education program for a week long adventure before classes begin. You will have the opportunity to make new friends, learn new outdoor skills, and discuss concerns and goals for your first year at Clemson University. The adventure may offer a variety of activities including hiking, mountain biking, kayaking and white water rafting. Your trip leaders are current Clemson undergrads that can tell you all about their experiences as a student at Clemson.

Session 1:  Dates TBA
Session 2:  Dates TBA
Fee:  TBA, includes all transportation (to/from Clemson University and activity site), equipment, camping fees and meals

Registration is limited to a maximum of 40 participants per session. Registration is taken on a first-come, first-served basis and is confirmed after payment of the $200 deposit. Participants receive one hour of Leisure Skills class credit. For further information and to register, please visit CU Outdoors website.

IMPACT

IMPACT is a four-day experience where incoming freshman and transfer students are met with the opportunity to explore leadership and community engagement. Participants will spend time learning through community service, workshops, small group dialogue, a challenge course, reflection and interaction with campus leaders. The vision of IMPACT is that incoming students engage with each other and the community to gain the necessary tools to create a positive, sustainable change, making an impact on others.

Students who participate in IMPACT will gain:

• close friends and colleagues who also desire to create a positive sustainable change in the world,
• knowledge and skills to help solve social issues,
• relationships with current Clemson students who have made an impact on the Clemson campus and in the community,
• in-depth knowledge about various Clemson area nonprofit organizations and the social issues they address, and
• lifetime friendships through small group interaction.

Dates:  August 12-16

IMPACT is free to all invited participants; however, participation is limited to approximately 30 students selected by an application process. Housing, all materials and most meals are provided for the participants. For more information and to complete your online application, visit IMPACT at Leadership Learning at Clemson website or contact Becky Morgan at 864-656-2736.