Events
Fall Family Weekend: Save The Date – September 20-22, 2024
Greetings!
You’re invited to join us for Fall Family Weekend on September 20-22, 2024.
This weekend provides a chance to reconnect with your student while enjoying a variety of social activities and events throughout campus. Family Weekend events include tailgating before the Clemson vs. NC State football game, academic open houses, family socials, and much, much more. This weekend has something for everyone!
Be sure to check out our schedule of events on the website and keep an eye out for more details as we approach the fall. There will be multiple events beginning on Friday; weekend events will end by noon on Sunday.
HOW TO REGISTER?
Fall Family Weekend has two separate registration processes. The first is to register for Fall Family Weekend and the second option is for purchasing Clemson football tickets. Please note our office does not play any role in the management of football ticket sales.
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1. FALL FAMILY WEEKEND REGISTRATION
Registration for Fall Family Weekend will open this week on Wednesday, July 24. Registration is available through the Clemson Family & Parent Experience Portal.
- Registration Period: July 24 through September 6, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. (EST)
- Cost: Varies depending on which ticket package you choose. Each person attending will need to be registered. Children under 5 years old are admitted free (for non-Athletic events only).
Family Weekend Ticket Packages
You can participate in Family Weekend by purchasing one of two package options. When you arrive at check-in for Fall Family Weekend, you will be given a lanyard and badge that corresponds to the package you purchase. This will serve as your credential for the weekend and give you access to each of the events in your package! Please read the descriptions below carefully!
ALL IN (ORANGE) PACKAGE: $70
Includes admission to all events, including our signature events, the Tiger Family Tailgate and Family Farewell Brunch. All In Package participants also receive admission to our general admission events including Academic Open Houses, Tiger Family Trivia, Woodland Cemetery Tours, Botanical Gardens, Campus Bookstore, Game Day Festivities, and more.
- Tiger Family Tailgate, Saturday, September 21
- Entry to the Tiger Family Tailgate; time is TBD but typically takes place 4 hours prior to Fall Family Weekend Football Game Kickoff
- Includes a classic football game tailgate complete with food, drinks (non-alcoholic), music, yard games and more!
- Family Farewell Brunch, Sunday, September 22
- Entry to the Family Farewell Brunch from 10 a.m. - noon
- Includes a classic buffet brunch on the South Green before heading home!
GENERAL ADMISSION (PURPLE) PACKAGE: $20
Includes admission to all General Admission events: Academic Open Houses, Woodland Cemetery Tours, Campus Bookstore, Tiger Family Trivia, South Carolina Botanical Gardens, Game Day Festivities, and more. This package does not include admission to the Tiger Family Tailgate or Family Farewell Brunch.
Fall Family Weekend T-Shirts
This year, both packages also include one Family Weekend t-shirt per purchase; please be sure to select your t-shirt size(s) on the Fall Family Weekend Registration Page.
Fall Family Weekend Schedule
Check out the full schedule of events on the Fall Family Weekend website. We strongly encourage you to download the CU Events App to view all details from your mobile device!
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2. CLEMSON FOOTBALL TICKETS
We hope you will join us on Saturday, September 21 in Memorial Stadium to cheer on the Clemson Tigers against the North Carolina State Wolfpack. Kickoff time for this game will be announced 2-3 weeks prior to Fall Family Weekend by the Atlantic Coast Conference and its television partners. You may purchase tickets for the Fall Family Weekend Football Game online using either of the following links:
- Fall Family Weekend Clemson Football Tickets
- Additional Tickets Available – Clemson Football Ticketmaster
All questions related to football tickets can be directed to cutixonline@clemson.edu.
Should I buy a ticket for my student?
Yes, if you want your student to sit with you during the game, you will need to buy them a ticket. Some students prefer to sit with their friends in the student section. However, student section tickets are not guaranteed, and students will not know if they have received a ticket for the student section until much closer to the date of the game.
More Details
You can find more details by visiting our Fall Family Weekend website including parking information, a detailed schedule, and more.
We look forward to seeing you at Fall Family Weekend! If you have any questions, please contact us at cufamilies@clemson.edu or 864-656-0515.
Go Tigers!
Center for Student Leadership & Engagement
Family Orientations
The Center for Student Leadership & Engagement is responsible for coordinating New Student Orientation as well as a variety of other family programs including Fall and Spring Family Weekends. We recently opened sign-ups for students and have communicated to them their Orientation process. Like the student experience, we will be offering Parent and Family Orientation in a hybrid format consisting of online elements and an optional in-person experience over the summer.
The following outlines our Parent and Family Orientation experience for Summer 2024.
Tiger Talk Webinars
As part of this year’s Family Orientation, we will be offering several live Zoom Webinars known as Tiger Talks throughout the summer. Tiger Talks provide an opportunity for parents and family
members to hear directly from campus experts, student services staff members, and student
leaders.
Tiger Talk Topics and dates for Summer 2024 can be found below:
Tiger Talk: Orientation & Advising Overview
Wednesday, June 5 - 5 p.m.
Staff members from the Center for Student Leadership & Engagement will provide an overview of this summer’s New Student & Family Orientation process and share the various ways new students and families can connect with Clemson before the start of the semester. Academic advisers will also provide an overview of the academic advising and course registration process for new students.
Tiger Talk: Supporting Your Student’s Transition into Clemson
Wednesday, June 19 - 5 p.m.
This session will feature campus experts whose work centers around helping your first-year or
transfer student transition into Clemson successfully. Panelists include representatives from the Vice President of Student Affairs Office, University Housing & Dining, Transfer Student Services Office, Parking & Transportation Services, and the Center for Student Leadership & Engagement.
Tiger Talk: Health & Wellness at Clemson
Wednesday, June 26 - 5 p.m.
This session will feature campus experts whose work centers around helping your first-year or
transfer student identify the people, places, and professionals on campus who support their physical, mental, and emotional health. Panelists include representatives from Student Health Services, the Office of Advocacy and Success, and the Center for Student Leadership & Engagement.
Tiger Talk: Navigating Student Life at Clemson
Tuesday, July 9 - 6 p.m.
Hear from student life experts who will discuss the numerous involvement opportunities available to students. Our panelists will include representatives from the Center for Student Leadership & Engagement, Campus Recreation, Fraternity & Sorority Life, and the Gantt Multicultural Center. Their shared information and resources will help you as family members support your student’s co-curricular experience of Clemson University.
Tiger Talk: Family to Family Panel
Tuesday, July 16 – 6 p.m.
Members of the Clemson Family Ambassador Board will share their experiences as parents and
guardians of current Clemson students. Presenters will share advice and tips, as well as important resources available to you as Clemson families. Their shared experiences can offer a road map as you continue to support your student’s Clemson experience.
Tiger Talk: Next Steps for Success
Tuesday, August 6 – 5 p.m.
As we begin the month of August and approach the official start of your student’s first semester, we want to ensure they have the tools they need to be successful. This session will feature an overview of Welcome Week, academic expectations and resources, and internship opportunities. Staff members from the Center for Student Leadership & Engagement, the Academic Success Center, the Center for Career & Professional Development, and University Ombuds will share key dates, deadlines, and opportunities to help your student be successful in and outside the classroom.
Clemson Parent & Family Experience Portal
Our staff will engage with parents and families online over the summer through our family portal called the Clemson Parent and Family Experience. You should have already received an email inviting you to join the Clemson Parent and Family Experience. I would encourage you to join; creating an account is free. During your student’s time at Clemson, this portal will be your one-stop shop for helpful resources, campus news and important announcements from the university.
Ready, Set, Roar!
We invite you to participate in Ready, Set, Roar! —an optional two-day campus experience in June and July. This experience is an opportunity for new students, parents and families to visit campus and build connections with each other, faculty and academic staff, as well as Clemson itself. Orientation Ambassadors and Clemson staff members will guide you through the program as you hear from campus administrators and representatives from your student’s academic college/major and participate in exciting activities designed to enhance the transition to college. There is a student and guest fee associated with this program and space is limited.
Your student will receive information on how to sign up for this experience in their Clemson email account. If you wish to attend this experience along with your student, be sure your student registers you as a guest. Visit the New Student Orientation Page for more information.
Student Virtual Orientation Experience
Our Virtual Orientation Platform is now live. This module-based platform includes all information critical to your student’s success at Clemson, from campus life and traditions to academics and major-based information. The Virtual Orientation features videos from faculty and staff members, includes quizzes to track students’ comprehension, and is the only required portion of new student orientation.
As a family member, you can also participate in your own track within the Virtual Orientation, which includes much of the same information your student sees, in addition to key events, resources, and tips and tricks relevant to parents & families specifically. You are welcome to do so by clicking “Guest Login” and creating an account at Virtual Orientation Portal.
We’re looking forward to welcoming you and your student to the Clemson Family! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
Questions or Concerns?
Please contact the Center for Student Leadership & Engagement or 864-656-0515.
