Announcing CU Grow's 5th Cohort
Since its inception in 2020, CU Grow has served as Clemson’s premier staff development program. Now in its fifth year, CU Grow has shaped the professional journeys of 98 total graduates to date.
We want to CU Grow!
CU Grow provides a framework to support the personal and professional growth of Clemson University staff in full-time positions. Through workshops and training, skills development, experiential learning and volunteer service, CU Grow makes transformational change possible.
Program Duration
12 Months
Application Window
Applications are closed for 2024 and will reopen in July 2025.
Cost to Enroll
0 Dollars
PURSUE GROWTH
If you’re ready to pursue both personal and professional growth, CU Grow may be the right program for you! Open to full-time staff members who have been with the University for three years, the year-long program will challenge you to ask, “How can I challenge myself and make an impact at Clemson University?”
“It broadened my knowledge of everything Clemson has to offer. I know I am a better person and employee after going through CU Grow, and I really enjoyed my time in the program!”
Lindsey RickettsAssociate Director - Athletic Academic ServicesAthletics
What to Expect
Mentorship
Work with a mentor to chart a path toward personal and professional growth. These curated pairings provide CU Grow participants with wraparound support.
Development Planning
You can't get to a destination without a roadmap to get there. CU Grow helps you set your path and stick to it!
Relationship Building
It is not always just what you're doing - but who you are doing with. The program helps you foster relationships with individuals around campus pursuing similar goals.
Servant Leadership
CU Grow doesn't just benefit you - it benefits our University and the surrounding community! Through your individual project and our community service initiatives, you'll be impacting Clemson all over!
In the News
CU Grow Helps Robinson Take the Next Step
For over twelve years, Lisa Robinson spent her days mentoring, assisting and guiding Clemson students through the University’s Professional Internship and Co-Op program, UPIC. Robinson found her opportunity to flourish as she joined the fourth cohort of CU Grow, Clemson’s staff development program.
4th Cohort Features Expanded Curriculum
Now in its fourth year, CU Grow is preparing for its largest class to date. Thirty-two members from more than 25 departments across campus will participate in Clemson's premier staff development program, which includes experiential learning, workshops, skill development and volunteer service.
4th Cohort Graduates from CU Grow
The University recognized the cohort for their year of accomplishments during a graduation ceremony, where speakers included President Clements and chief human resources officer Ale Kennedy.
Have Questions?
Whether you have questions about the components of the program, the application process, or if you're just curious if CU Grow might be right for you, we're here to help! Our team will be in touch as soon as possible.
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