Thomas E. Barton Jr. ’53

Spring 2006

Under the leadership of education graduate Tom Barton, South Carolina’s technical colleges have become a gateway to the American dream.

Clemson honored Barton, longtime president of Greenville Technical College, with an honorary doctorate for eminent achievements and meritorious contributions to higher education during December graduation.

Through his guidance, Greenville Tech has expanded into a four-campus system and is now the third largest higher education institution in South Carolina. Barton was also instrumental in establishing the University Center of Greenville, the largest multi-institutional center for higher education in the Southeast.

In addition to his Clemson degree, Barton earned an Ed.D. from Duke University. He has received a variety of honors including being named to the “Blue Chipper’s List” of the top 50 chief executive officers in community colleges across the nation.

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