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AGENDA

Tuesday, November 10 - Motorsports Day (3-7 PM)

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 (11 AM-7 PM)

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:

• 11:00 AM — Tour of the Watt Performance and Wellness Center
• 12:00 PM — Tour of the Athletic Recovery Center
• Lunch on your own.    
• 4:00 PM — Data-Informed Performance panel
• 5:05 PM — Student Experience panel
• 5:35 PM — Keynote presentation by Spencer Strider, pitcher for the Atlanta Braves and Clemson Baseball alum
• 6:15 PM — Post-keynote reception in the third-floor Masters Club of Memorial Stadium, DJed by Thomas Cochran

Thursday, November 12 - The Final Lap (4:30-7 PM)

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

Highlights will include:

• 4:30 PM — Guests arrive
• 4:40 PM — Welcome and introductions
• 5:00 PM — Keynote presentation 
• 5:30 PM — GRIT Awards and Brooks Scholar recognition
• 6:00 PM — Student poster presentations, networking, and food in the Watt Performance and Wellness Center atrium