Clemson University National Week of Service
Thomas Green Clemson was a man dedicated to service, and his legacy makes service a distinctive quality of Clemson University. Join Clemson Tigers, past and present, in service during this week surrounding Founders Day (April 6) in honor of the man who made Clemson University possible.
Alumni National Week of Service: Monday, April 1–Sunday, April 7
This is the fifth year for Alumni National Week of Service. Clemson Clubs and Alumni Groups around the world are encouraged to host community service events and have performed projects such as serving in soup kitchens, delivering items to hospital patients and engaging in park beautification. A list of participating Clemson Clubs can be found here. For more information, contact Reed Cole with the Clemson Alumni Association, 864-656-3605.
Clemson Sweep: Friday, April 5, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., North Green
Open to all Clemson students, Clemson Sweep is a long-standing Clemson tradition with a purpose of giving students a way to give back to their campus while also keeping it beautiful. Participants will work on cleaning places on campus and possibly some areas downtown. All tools necessary to do the projects will be provided by Undergraduate Student Government. All participants should dress appropriately in clothes that they do not mind getting dirty. Water and snacks will be provided. Contact Shannon Smales for more information.
Unity Project: Saturday, April 6, 11 a.m.–2 p.m., Carillion Gardens
Open to all Clemson students, the Unity Project is a student initiative designed to unite different organizations and individuals across campus through various service projects. Everyone who registers is split up based on preferences and placed in groups where they will have a chance to meet someone new while working together for a good cause. Students will be working at local non-profit agencies to participate in projects that benefit underprivileged children, neglected animals, and the elderly. Students will also work engage in beautification projects for the City of Clemson and the Botanical Gardens. The Unity Project is a reflection of Clemson University’s drive to inspire students to reach out and lend a helping hand, even if it is only for a few hours once a year. Organizers want students to have fun, meet new people, leave with a feeling of accomplishment, and remember that next year they can do it all over again. Contact Harleigh Warner or Elizabeth Jones for more information.