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Sikes Hall, the University administration building.

Best Place for Graduation Pics: Sikes Hall

February 24, 2022

Students spend years here at Clemson making new friends and making memories that will last a lifetime. Unfortunately, every student’s time at Clemson must come to an end. Years of working hard towards...

Clemson softball pitcher (72) hits in McWhorter Stadium.

Best Female Athlete: Valerie Cagle

February 24, 2022

Three strikes, you're out! It’s no shocker that softball player Valerie Cagle received the most votes for best female athlete.  Straight from Yorktown, Virginia, Cagle enrolled at Clemson...

Best Wings: The Esso Club

February 24, 2022

As one of the most iconic restaurants in Tigertown, there is no denying that The Esso Club is considered a favorite and a Clemson tradition. Originally founded in 1933 as the first sports bar in Clemson,...

The Smokin' Pig is located on Clemson Blvd., just about a 10 minute drive from campus. 

Best Comfort Food: Smokin’ Pig

February 24, 2022

Looking for the perfect place to satisfy your craving for a home-cooked comfort meal? Look no further than the Smokin’ Pig. The extensive menu includes sandwiches, barbeque and combo plates, an...

Clemson cornerback Andrew Booth Jr. (23) celebrates against South Carolina in 2021.

Best Male Athlete: Andrew Booth Jr.

February 24, 2022

Andrew Booth Jr. was a five-star and top defensive-back recruit from Archer High school when he first arrived to Death Valley. The cornerback truly has been All-In for the Tigers these past three years,...

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Best Clemson Tradition that was Cancelled Because of COVID-19: Rushing the field

March 10, 2021

If Clemson were to send a mass email to all of its students, asking them to meet up on a random field to huddle with thousands of total strangers, most of us would just assume that their email got hacked....

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Best Class Format: Traditional

March 10, 2021

Whether it’s food, dancing or holidays, people like to keep things traditional. It’s safe to say that people feel the same way when it comes to classrooms. Traditional classes allow students...

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Best Late Night Eats: Cook Out

March 10, 2021

In a small town like Clemson, late night bites are hard to come by. Even harder still with the conversion of the on-campus Wendy’s to Pepinos which, while well loved, just isn’t open late enough...

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Best Student Organization: Central Spirit

March 10, 2021

Are you a Clemson sports fan looking to get involved in the community? Do you just really like body paint? Then Central Spirit is the student organization for you! It’s not just football; Central...

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Best Pizza: Mellow Mushroom

March 10, 2021

Looking to enjoy some delicious pizza in a fun environment with friends or family? Just craving a delectable pie for carry-out to enjoy in the comfort of your own home? Either way, Mellow Mushroom has...

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Best Off-Campus Housing: The Collective

March 10, 2021

Although everyone loves dining hall food and sharing a tiny dorm with another person, eventually, most Clemson students move off campus. As a college town should, Clemson has plenty of off-campus housing...

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Best Bar: Tiger Town Tavern

March 10, 2021

Tiger Town Tavern, fondly nicknamed Triple T’s, has been a prominent locally owned Clemson bar for decades. Established in 1977, the tavern continues to thrive as a favorite for Clemson students,...

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