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Byrnes Hall, the first high-rise to be renovated, finished construction in 2024.

Kinder: The Shoeboxes needed work before the Highrises

Jack Kinder, Contributor November 14, 2024

The Shoeboxes are a group of dorms on Clemson’s campus comprising Benet, Cope, Geer, Sanders and Young Hall. These dorms were built in the 1960s, long before the Tigers would even win their first football...

There are many economic theories like the Law of Diminishing Returns that apply to college student's daily lives.

Silipo: Clemsonomics II

Ethan Silipo, Senior Reporter November 14, 2024

The law of diminishing returns is an economic theory that describes the limitations of the relationship between input and output. Often illustrated with the phrase "too many cooks in the kitchen," the...

The CATbus is free for all riders and is offered daily.

Pugh: The CATbus system needs improvement

Kat Pugh, News Editor November 14, 2024

The unreliability and inconsistency of the Clemson Area Transit (CAT) bus system are increasingly causing difficulties for Clemson students and residents who depend on public transportation to perform...

The No. 11 Clemson Tigers fell in disappointing fashion to the Louisville Cardinals at Memorial Stadium on Nov. 2.

Kernaghan: Gamecock behavior, disappointment as a Tiger fan

Eli Kernaghan, Contributor November 11, 2024

Clemson’s loss to Louisville stung in many ways. The Tigers will likely be out of College Football Playoff contention and most certainly out of the ACC Championship, barring cataclysmic collapses from...

Students can use reusable bags to reduce the dangers of single-use plastic waste.

Douda: Living green and making a difference

Lauren Douda, Contributor October 24, 2024

In a world where climate change is larger than ever, people always think that change can only be made in overarching, grand gestures. While it is true that these large-scale actions are crucial, the important...

Tens of thousands of Clemson Tiger fans came out on a cold and cloudy Saturday morning to celebrate the 2018 National Champions during a parade through campus and celebration in Memorial Stadium, Jan. 12, 2019. (Photo by Ken Scar)

Nedderman: Tiger Band still thrives with or without Clemson football

Brynna Nedderman, Contributor October 24, 2024

Preparation. Performance. Shape. Formation. Color. Movement. Tradition. Excellence. Spirit. Pride. Time. Step. Rhythm. Music. Oh, the Tiger Band. You know ‘em, you love ‘em, you can take them hot...

The recent crime cases in Clemson call the national safety ratings that Clemson historically receives into question.

Tutterrow: Recent crime in Clemson calls safety rankings into question

Kylie Tutterrow, Opinion Editor October 24, 2024

Clemson has historically been rated among the safest universities in the country. As of just 2022, Niche affiliate QNews Hub named Clemson University the second safest college in the United States. As...

Students use scooters as convenient methods of transportation around campus and in the Clemson area.

Ployhart: Restricting e-scooters is not in the University’s interest

Matthew Ployhart, Guest Column October 3, 2024

In February of 2023, it was announced on Clemson News that no e-scooters (those being electric, self-propelled scooters) would be permitted within any University facilities. It was also stated that e-scooters...

There are many economic theories like the Law of Diminishing Returns that apply to college student's daily lives.

Silipo: Exploring Clemsonomics

Ethan Silipo, Senior Reporter October 3, 2024

In economics, The Broken Window Theory describes a concept regarding the implications associated with acts of disorder and misbehavior. Developed by social scientists James Q. Wilson and George Kelling...

Students enjoying the Gantt Center's Grill and Greet in front of Watt Innovation Center event on August 22.

Jordon: Highlighting the Gantt Multicultural Center

Mariah Jordon, Podcast Editor October 3, 2024

The Gantt Multicultural Center inspires many students by fostering a safe space where all cultures can be represented and advocated for. When first coming to Clemson University, I was introduced to the...

Tutterrow: Do your part in building a community of respect

Kylie Tutterrow, Opinion Editor September 19, 2024

As a University student, I find myself interacting with many different people over the course of a week. There is not a time on campus that I am not surrounded by both students and staff. The interactions...

Coffee shops, like All In in downtown Clemson, are popular places for students to study while getting their caffeine fix.

Douda: Caffeine dependency is becoming a serious problem

Lauren Douda, Contributor September 19, 2024

Caffeine has become one of college students’ favorite addictions, and while it has many benefits, if students don’t reassess their consumption, it can be a problem. Statistically, most college students...

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