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Clemson University President Jim Clements applauds the class of 2023 at the spring graduation ceremony. 

A warm welcome from your Clemson leadership

July 7, 2023

Letters from the Deans  University President - Jim Clements  I am excited to welcome you to Clemson University, where you will have an amazing experience and make lifelong memories with new friends....

The Dikes at Clemson offer some of the best views of campus and welcome thousands of visitors every year. 

Clemson’s top outdoor spots from a scenic mountain to a local beach

Corey Glenn, Asst. News Editor July 6, 2023

Nestled by the shores of Lake Hartwell and in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Clemson is home to some incredible spots in nature. Here are some of the top outdoor spaces that are well-known to...

Clemson students in game day outfits cheer on the Clemson football team during a game against Boston College in 2021.

Viral in the Valley: Game day outfits

Lindsay Kaine, Senior Reporter July 6, 2023

Game days at Death Valley are some of the best times to be a Clemson student. From tailgates to pictures to screaming on the hill, football games bring the entire student body together. And one of the...

Emma Vick is entering her third semester as The Tigers News Editor in the fall of 2023. 

Letter from your News Editor

Emma Vick, News Editor July 6, 2023

As I am about to begin my third semester as News Editor, I am beyond excited to see where The Tiger, our growing staff and the new freshmen class go over the next year. Looking back, I am forever grateful...

Tillman Hall is one of the most well-known buildings on Clemsons campus.

Names to know for freshmen

Corey Glenn, Asst. News Editor July 6, 2023

College campuses have lots of names, and Clemson is no exception. However, Clemson has made it extra hard by changing the names of many of the most-used spots on campus, but many of the upperclassmen still...

Panoramic view of downtown Greenvilles riverwalk.Photo by Matthew Rings, 2015

Off-campus activities for incoming freshmen

Mercedes Dubberly, Senior Reporter July 6, 2023

So, you’re an incoming freshman but don’t want to spend all your time on campus. You want to get out and see the world the upstate has to offer. Well, here are just a few things you can get...

Clemson fans across the country carry around $2 bills with paw prints on them to away-game venues — a tradition that dates back to the 1970s.

Clemson traditions every freshman needs to know

Blake Mauro, Editor-in-Chief July 6, 2023

Clemson is home to many traditions and superstitions. The University has a rich history that could honestly be its own class, but to save you the time and the money — here is a quick crash course...

A front view of Clemson Universitys Carillon Garden.

Akers: Tips to remember as you start college

Madison Akers, Asst. Outlook Editor July 6, 2023

Starting college is exciting but also a bit scary. Transitioning from high school to a university is definitely a lot to take in, but here are some tips to help you start your college career at Clemson...

Clemson will welcome thousands of freshmen students this fall, almost all of whom will spend time in dorm rooms.

What you really need in your freshman dorm room

Avery Mock, Asst. TimeOut Editor July 6, 2023

If you’re anything like me, you’ve been thinking about what to bring to college since you were in the 10th grade. It’s an exciting time, curating the perfect mini home away from home.While...

Tiger’s Two Cents: Freshmen edition

Kylie Tutterrow, Outlook Editor July 6, 2023

It is natural to have questions coming into college and to be seeking advice from fellow Clemson students about life and classes. So, we have expanded our advice column in this issue to answer a couple...

Letter from your Sports Editor

Grace O'Donnell, Sports Editor July 6, 2023

First and foremost, welcome to Clemson! There truly is no other place in the world like it, and once you’re here, you’re family forever. I entered Clemson as a math major, and after experiencing...

Clemsons student body is made up of people from across the country, including every state on the east coast. 

North-to-south dictionary: A guide for out-of-state students

Matt Mynes, Photo Editor July 6, 2023

The culture of the Southeastern United States is widely regarded as an iconic part of what it means to be an American.However, many other terms frequently used by southerners may leave some northerners...

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