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Erwin Center for Brand Communications

DIVE IN: Diversity & Inclusion in Media and Brand Education

Clemson University's annual immersive brand communications program

DIVE IN is an annual experiential brand communications camp hosted by Clemson University's Erwin Center for Brand Communications that seeks to aid in building a more inclusive and diverse workforce in brand marketing, media, creative strategy and business. This program provides opportunities for college students to engage with professional brand leaders to learn more about career opportunities in brand management, advertising, media, PR and sports marketing. Rising Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors and 1st-year graduate students are encouraged to apply to our spring program every year.

This week-long camp includes in-person site visits to brands and marketing agency partner locations. Our program offers opportunities for hands-on and personalized professional development, mentorship, and awareness of career roles in the brand communications realm. Scholars will work alongside brand and agency professionals to discuss brand challenges throughout the week.

Each day, the program covers foundational principles and best practices in brand building and strategy with accompanying teamwork sessions alongside mentors from the professional and academic brand leadership industry.

DIVE IN 2024 will take place Oct. 14-15, in person on Clemson University's campus. Housing, meals and travel will be provided for participants.

The application deadline is Sept. 2, 2024.

Please contact Lori Pindar, Ph.D., if you have questions about the program.

Read about our past DIVE IN programs!

Sponsorship Opportunities

Are you interested in joining our efforts to advance diversity in brand communications? Our partners and their sponsorship contributions help support the mission and activation of our program and provide companies access to a pipeline of talent among a diverse set of students who are preparing to be future brand leaders. Contact our Executive Director, Katie Hildebrand, for more information.

Erwin Center for Brand Communications
Erwin Center for Brand Communications | 130 Wilbur O. and Ann Powers Hall - Erwin Center, Clemson, SC 29634