Ready, Set, Roar!
Ready, Set, Roar! is an optional in-person experience at Clemson University designed to orient students and guests to campus, their academic programs and connect them with other incoming Clemson Tigers. Get excited about the start of your Clemson Journey and come visit your new home as an enrolling student!
97%
of Ready, Set, Roar! participants leave feeling connected to the Clemson Family and prepared to invest in their Clemson Experience.
Upcoming Dates
Spring 2026
January 6, 2026
New incoming and transfer students beginning at Clemson in the Spring term participate in a one-day Ready, Set, Roar! experience with students representing all colleges.
Summer 2026
Ready, Set, Roar! dates for students beginning at Clemson in Summer or Fall 2026 will be available soon! Registration opens April 15.
Ready, Set, Roar! Agenda
January Schedule of Events
All sessions for January Ready, Set, Roar! will take place at various locations inside Tillman Hall.
For a full schedule of offered sessions and locations, we encourage you to download the Guidebook app. Once downloaded, search for “Ready, Set, Roar!” We will have this experience rain or shine, so please plan accordingly.
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Time
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Event
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Location
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8:30 a.m.
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Event Check-In
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Tillman Hall Lobby
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9:15 a.m.
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Program Welcome
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Memorial Auditorium
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9:30 a.m.
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A Holistic Approach to Student Success
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Memorial Auditorium
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10:15 a.m.
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Tiger Talks
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Memorial Auditorium
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11:15 a.m.
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Panel for First-Year Students and Parents |
Classroom
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11:15 a.m.
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Transfer Programs Session
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Memorial Auditorium |
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12:30 p.m.
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Lunch
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The Dish at McAlister
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1:45 p.m.
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Interest Sessions
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Various Classrooms
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2:15 p.m.
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Interest Sessions
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Various Classrooms
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2:45 p.m.
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Interest Sessions
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Various Classrooms
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3:15 p.m.
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Campus Tours
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Memorial Auditorium
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4:30 p.m.
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Event Conclusion
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Memorial Auditorium
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Plan Your Visit
Parking
All Ready, Set, Roar! parking will be in the C-3 parking lot (PDF) for the duration of the program. Parking elsewhere on campus may result in a parking ticket. A shuttle will transport you from parking to check-in. We will have signs around campus to direct you to the correct parking lot and help you avoid construction on campus.
Check-In
Upon your arrival to the check-in location, you’ll provide your name to check in to the event, receive a name tag, and have the option to grab some coffee, use the restroom and meet those around you before the opening session begins.
What To Bring
- Reusable water bottle
- Good walking shoes and warm jacket for tour
- Backpack/tote/bag for carrying materials and swag
- Phone for pictures and to exchange numbers with your new friends!
- Positive attitude 😊
