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2026 RECESS Symposium

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Tuesday, November 10 - Motorsports Day

Motorsports Day will take place at CU-ICAR and will feature Clemson’s work in automotive research, innovation, branding, marketing, and racing.

Highlights will include:

  • Welcome and opening remarks and recognitions
  • Panel discussion on motorsports marketing and events, including perspectives on Michelin’s marketing strategy and branding and additional industry expertise
  • Technical panel featuring representatives from different areas within the motorsports world
  • Networking, student organization features, and light refreshments

Wednesday, November 11 - Human Performance Day

Human Performance Day, in a partnership with Clemson Athletics, will showcase Clemson’s interdisciplinary approach to athletics, sports science, medicine, nutrition, recovery, and performance innovation.

Highlights will include:

  • Tour of the Watt Performance and Wellness Center
  • Tour of the Athletic Recovery Center
  • Panel discussion on data-informed performance with perspectives from strength and conditioning, sports science, sports medicine, sports nutrition, physician leadership, and human performance innovation
  • Student experience panel featuring baseball analytics, Clemson Ventures, sports nutrition, and performance science interns
  • Keynote presentation by Spencer Strider, pitcher for the Atlanta Braves and Clemson Baseball Alum
  • Post-keynote reception in the third-floor Masters Club of Memorial Stadium

Thursday, November 12 - The Final Lap

The final day will bring the RECESS experience together through a keynote presentation, student recognition, and an evening reception.

Highlights will include:

  • Keynote presentation by Richie Parker, Clemson alum and former NASCAR engineer and football chief-of-staff
  • GRIT Awards
  • Recognition of Brook Scholars
  • Student poster presentations
  • Networking and food in the Watt Performance and Wellness Center atrium

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