Student Organizations

Chi Sigma-Alpha Beta Chapter

Clemson University is home to the Beta Chapter of Chi Sigma Alpha, Student Affairs Academic and Professional Honor Society, International. Chi Sigma Alpha is designed to honor and recognize professionals, faculty, and graduate students in student affairs for excellence in three pillars: academics, service to the profession, and research. Graduate students must have completed one full semester prior to induction.

Faculty Advisor: Rebecca Howard-Atkinson and Tony Cawthorn, Ph. D.
email: rhowar2@clemson.edu and cawthot@clemson.edu

Chi Sigma Iota (Chi Upsilon Chapter)

The Chi Upsilon Chapter of Chi Sigma Iota is an International Counseling Academic and Professional Honor Society.  Our mission is to promote scholarship, research, professionalism, and excellence in counseling, and to recognize high attainment in the pursuit of academic and clinical excellence in the field of counseling. If you are interested in joining please visit CSI Web site and fill out an application.

Faculty Advisor:  David Scott, Ph.D.
email: dscott2@clemson.edu

Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)

The Clemson University Chapter of the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is the student organization affiliated with the International CEC. CEC is the largest international professional organization dedicated to improving educational outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities, students with disabilities, and/or the gifted. Clemson’s student chapter promotes positive outcomes for individuals with disabilities and organizes an annual Special Olympics for students with disabilities from Oconee and Pickens Counties.

Faculty Advisor: Robin Fish, M.Ed. and Janie Hodge, Ph.D.
email: fishre@clemson.edu and hodge@clemson.edu

Clemson Universitiy Council of Teachers of English (CUCTE)

The Clemson University Council of Teachers of English is a recognized student affiliate of the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) and South Carolina Council of Teachers of English (SCCTE). Our members include students at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and faculty in both English and Education who are interested in improving literacy at the elementary, middle, secondary and college levels.

CUCTE was formed during the 1998 academic year in order to provide opportunities for students to learn more about literacy programs in our schools and to interact with area teachers of literacy. Our members participate in service projects aimed at literacy development and participate in professional development activities at the local (UWP), state (SCCTE) and national level (NCTE). For membership information, call (864) 250-6712.

Faculty Advisor: Rebecca Kaminski, Ed.D.
email: krebecc@clemson.edu

Clemson University Student Educators (CUSE)

The Clemson University Student Educators (CUSE) is the student organization affiliated with the South Carolina Education Association and the National Education Association. Membership provides benefits as well as opportunities for personal growth and professional development.

Faculty Advisor: Bob Green, Ed.D. and Lienne Medford, Ed.D.
email: rpgreen@clemson.edu and lienne@clemson.edu

Kappa Delta Pi (Mu Upsilon Chapter)

Kappa Delta Pi is an international honor society dedicated to scholarship and excellence in Education.  The Mu Upsilon chapter at Clemson University was chartered in 1972 and is the oldest chapter in the state of South Carolina.  Kappa Delta Pi is committed to recognizing excellence and fostering mutual cooperation, support, and professional growth for educational professionals.  Membership is open to undergraduate students with a 3.4 GPA or higher with at least 12 hours in Education and graduate students with a 3.75 GPA or higher with at least 6 hours in Education. 

Students interested in membership must meet eligibility requirements and submit an application for membership.  For more information, please email kdp@clemson.edu

Faculty Advisor (Counselor:): Mindy Spearman, Ph.D.
Faculty Advisor (Assoc. Counselor:): Angela Eckhoff, Ph.D.

SC Association for the Education of Young Children (SCAEYC)

SCAEYC is the state affiliate of the National Association for the Education of Young Children and the student organization of SCAEYC represents Clemson University’s affiliation with both SCAEYC and NAEYC. Students who are majors in early childhood education, elementary education, or related fields that prepare students to work directly with children from birth through grade 3 are eligible for membership. Membership in the student organization also includes membership in the state and national organizations. Benefits include the nationally refereed journal, Young Children, reduced costs to attend conferences, and the opportunity in professional development events that prepare students for their future roles as teachers.

Faculty Advisor: Dee Stegelin, Ph.D.
email: dstegel@clemson.edu

Clemson University International Reading Association (IRA) Student Council

The Clemson University IRA Student Council is a professional organization affiliated with the International Reading Association. Its purpose is to promote reading, reading instruction, and to provide pre-service teachers the opportunity to join a professional organization. Members must be a student, faculty, or staff member of Clemson University. Members must attend at least one meeting per semester. Meetings are held in September, November, January, and April. For more information, please e-mail jmcnair@clemson.edu or sdashle@clemson.edu .

Faculty Advisor: Jonda C. McNair, Ph.D.
email: jmcnair@clemson.edu

Student Personnel Association

Clemson University's Student Personnel Association (SPA) is a professional organization for graduate students in higher education as well as faculty and staff who are committed to the student affairs profession. SPA members are provided opportunities for professional, academic, social and civic growth. Members are often provided opportunities to discuss topics relevant to the field of student affairs and higher education. Outside guests, experienced professionals and faculty members provide insight into their experiences and give guidance as students explore options in the field. Additional information can be found on the Web site.

Faculty Advisor: Dr. Pamela Havice, Ph.D. and Jeff Brown
email: havice@clemson.edu and brownj@clemson.edu

Last updated: January 2009