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Then-senior geology major James Michael Tyler smiles in his photo from the 1984 edition of Clemson's TAPS yearbook.

“Friends” actor and Clemson alumnus James Michael Tyler dies at 59

Caroline Elswick, News Editor October 27, 2021

Actor James Michael Tyler died on Sunday at age 59. Tyler had been fighting a long battle with prostate cancer when he passed away in his home in Los Angeles.   Tyler was best known for his role...

Clemson to stop requiring masks inside on some parts of campus

Emma Vick, Contributor October 26, 2021

On Monday Oct. 25, Clemson University sent students an announcement declaring where masks would still be required for in-person and recreational events, activities, transportation and instructional spaces,...

Carson Rourk, freshman student, enjoys using his scooter to get across campus.

Rentable electric scooters may come to Clemson’s campus

David Ferrara, Editor-in-Chief October 21, 2021

Walking from the furthest spot in a parking lot to class? You might be able to make that trek with a rentable electric scooter soon instead of on foot.  Clemson University...

Comparing the reported cases of rape and of motor vehicle theft per 10,000 at University of South Carolina, Clemson, Coastal Carolina, and College of Charleston.

Comparing crime stats for state colleges

Emma Vick, Contributor October 21, 2021

Schools across the country recently released their 2020 Security and Fire Safety Report, which contains statistics on all crimes on campus in 2020. In order to compare data from different schools, the...

Senator stands to ask questions to a group of senators presenting a bill.

CUSG Senate Recap: Spring registration, scooters and more!

Caroline Elswick, News Editor October 21, 2021

During this week’s meeting, the CUSG Senate discussed both new policies and regular changes to procedure, including a new proposed amendment to the Senate rules and updates on Spring 2022 registration.  The...

Clemson's actual number of arrests on charges of liquor law or drug law violations from 2018 to 2020.

CUPD drug law arrests double in 2020

Caroline Elswick, News Editor October 21, 2021

Clemson University’s most recent Security and Fire Safety Report revealed that CUPD arrests on drug law violations doubled from 2019 to 2020. It also showed a 56.6% increase in liquor law violations...

Earth's sun

Tigra scientifica: planets, good enough to eat!

Abby Cram, Contributor October 18, 2021

As humans, we require an abundance of nutrients to maintain our health. In fact, this is true of every living inhabitant of our planet. When pondering our space in the pale-blue world we share on this...

NASA astronauts in space — Original from NASA. 

Tigra scientifica: astronauts gone viral

Amy Rees, Contributor October 18, 2021

Imagine not leaving your office for months at a time. Add sleep deprivation, social isolation and life-or-death situations to the mix, and you have the typical work experience on the International Space...

The R-3 parking lot, where the incident was reported to occur, is located off of Perimeter Road on the west side of Memorial Stadium.

University Police investigating attempted sexual assault in parking lot

David Ferrara, Editor-in-Chief October 15, 2021

Clemson University Police are investigating a report of attempted sexual assault that occurred Thursday morning in the R-3 parking lot.The incident occurred at approximately 1 a.m. and involved the offense...

The report lists Wannamaker Hall, a Greek residence hall in the The Quad, as the location of the incident.

Kappa Alpha under active investigation by University police for alleged hazing incident

Caroline Elswick, News Editor October 7, 2021

The Kappa Alpha fraternity is the subject of an active investigation for an alleged hazing incident in September, according to a police report obtained by The Seneca Journal. The report shows that two...

Caslen was the President of UofSC for less than two years before resigning.

‘Not sure how anyone can stand being here’: Former UofSC president says of school

Caroline Elswick, News Editor October 6, 2021

Before resigning from his post as president of the University of South Carolina due to plagiarism allegations, Bob Calsen sent over 3,800 emails, which have now been obtained by the Post and Courier. The...

CUSG Senators

CUSG Senate Recap: COVID-19 developments, dining services, campus renovations and academic planning resources

Emma Vick, Contributor October 6, 2021

During Monday night's CUSG Senate meeting, members of student government discussed upcoming events and projects. These included various updates on academics, health services, innovation and technology...

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