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One family enjoys the Family Weekend festivities at the game against UNC Charlotte.

Parents Weekend festivities

Nina Cinca, Asst. News Editor September 23, 2019

The embrace of a hug; the warmth from a smile; a favorite food from back home. Whether it’s an all-day affair of traveling or a simple 15-minute drive out of Clemson, it’s the little things...

Students protesting climate change hold signs on the side of Library Bridge.

Students remind Clemson of climate commitment

Rebecca West, Editor-in-Chief September 23, 2019

It started, as most things do: with something small. Greta Thunberg, a 16-year-old climate activist from Sweden who has been skipping Friday classes since August, called for a climate strike on Friday,...

This mug shot is of Damon O'Neal Johnson, the suspect detained in relation to this case.

Averted active shooter incident

Akim Koutsioukis, News Editor September 23, 2019

Less than 30 minutes from Clemson University, the Oconee County Sheriff's Department responded to a potential threat of an active shooting incident at Foothills Community Church. This was on Wednesday,...

Bee

Tigra Scientifica: Who’s counting? The bees

Alyssa Burleson, News Contributor September 16, 2019

It may come as a surprise that humans are not the only species that have the ability to count; in fact frogs, spiders, and fish are just a few examples of animals that are capable of distinguishing between...

Bacteria

Tigra Scientifica: It’s a gut feeling

Hannah Patel, News Contributor September 9, 2019

Over the last decade, research on the human microbiome has become increasingly prevalent. Researchers are understanding the importance of the microbes in our gastrointestinal tract and the role they play...

The Antarctic krill are the first planktonic crustaceans that have been reported to break down microplastics.

Tigra Scientifica: The new food group: plastic

Jill Walton, News Contributor September 5, 2019

Imagine waking up and throwing your breakfast together in the kitchen. You sit down to eat only to find tiny pieces of plastic distributed among your meal. This is a reality for many marine creatures,...

"... the medical examiner ruled the cause of his death as suicide by hanging, but many are skeptical."

Death of Jeffrey Epstein feeds conspiracy

Akim Koutsioukis, News Copy Editor August 27, 2019

Jeffrey Epstein, alleged sex trafficker of minors, took his own life on August 10, 2019. He was in his jail cell, and the medical examiner ruled the cause of his death as suicide by hanging, but many are...

Many 114 Earle residents arriving for their fall semesters were turned away from their apartments with talk of “foundation problems” and “structural instability” being thrown around.

114 Earle, an apartment complex fighting quite the battle

Ashley Rhom, News Editor August 27, 2019

114 Earle, Clemson’s premier apartment complex, has fought with a slew of issues in the past year. Students were turned away from their apartments on move in day with no knowledge of lingering damages...

In an attempt to gain insight into the parking realm, it is important to understand what one is working with: Clemson and its parking.

Clemson Parking 1010

Ashley Rhom, News Editor August 27, 2019

Clemson has a notorious and, often times, ruthless Parking and Transportation Services department. Students and faculty alike circumvent the flashing, white Ford C-Max Hybrids that patrol the streets of...

Ballroom Dancing club pic

Ballroom club: A look into Clemson’s student organizations

Savana Bishop, Asst. News Editor June 10, 2019

Do you love to dance? Have you ever wondered how it feels to tango on the dance floor? Want to wow your friends with some sweet dance moves, or get in touch with your sophisticated side? If so, you may...

CEDC pic

CEDC: A look into Clemson’s student organizations

Ryan Donahue, Asst. Sports Editor June 10, 2019

Clemson Engineers for Developing Countries (CEDC) is a student-led Creative Inquiry organization that works on projects aimed to advance the developing world, mainly in Haiti.“Our mission is to work...

Tigervision: A look into Clemson’s student organizations

Alex Kelly, Asst. Sports Editor June 10, 2019

Today’s brief is on Tigervision, Clemson’s student-run television network! The Tigervision “War Room” and studio are located in the Tiger Media suites on the third floor of the...

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