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Avery Mock

Avery Mock, TimeOut Editor

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Hozier mesmerizes the audience as he sings "Jackie and Wilson."

The Tiger reaches higher ground at the High Water Festival

Avery Mock, Senior Reporter April 26, 2024

Charleston’s High Water Festival took place this past weekend, April 20 and 21, at Riverfront Park in North Charleston, South Carolina. Set on the banks of the Cooper River and lined by grand oak trees,...

Griffin Sanders playing bass guitar for Take Two at Tiger Town Tavern.

The story of Take Two: Your new Clemson Music Festival openers

Avery Mock, Senior Reporter April 19, 2024

From a casual conversation over burgers to opening for some of their favorite performers, local band Take Two has come a long way in a little over a year. The six-piece closed out Itsurweiner’s inaugural...

Clemson grads in flowery fashion.

[Photo] Viral in the Valley: Graduation fashion

Lindsay Kaine, Senior Reporter April 4, 2024

Clemson grads in flowery fashion.

This Saturday, Clemson will celebrate Ain't Patty's Day.

Your guide to Ain’t Patty’s Day 2024

Avery Mock, TimeOut Editor March 8, 2024
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The "Greetings from Clemson" mural painted on the brick wall of the Tiger Sports Shop.

Best Mural: Greetings from Clemson

Avery Mock, TimeOut Editor March 7, 2024

It’s on stickers, it’s on many Instagram feeds and it’s plastered on the side of the Tiger Sports Shop. The “Greetings from Clemson” mural is an iconic piece of art that has become a staple of...

Tanner talks with The Tiger's Avery Mock for an interview.

Tanner Smith: From Tiger stripes to TV fame

Avery Mock, TimeOut Editor February 22, 2024

If someone is described as “sunshine in human form,” that is likely an exaggeration. However, there is no hyperbole in that phrase when describing Tanner Smith, who recently appeared on Netflix’s...

MOCKtails: Trying the viral 'sleepy girl' drink

MOCKtails: Trying the viral ‘sleepy girl’ drink

Avery Mock, TimeOut Editor January 25, 2024

You may have heard of the “sleepy girl mocktail” while scrolling on TikTok. The viral drink recipe allegedly promotes relaxation before bedtime, but are the rumors true? The Tiger recently tested out...

Try this recipe for a caffeine-free treat!

MOCKtails: Caffeine-free energy drink

Avery Mock, TimeOut Editor January 10, 2024

New Year’s resolutions are being made, and trying to drink less coffee may be on your list. Drinks with a lot of caffeine are a college student staple. Celsius drinks, iced coffee or a nice soda are...

Enjoy this homemade holiday treat by following this simple recipe.

Holiday MOCKtails: Homemade Eggnog

Avery Mock, TimeOut Editor November 30, 2023

Sitting by a warm fire and sipping on some eggnog: that’s how I want to spend this holiday season, and truly, that's all that’s getting me through finals week. How do we make it even more special?...

Avery Mock is The Tiger's new editor of the TimeOut section, currently working on obtaining her degree with a major in history and minor in communication.

Meet the Editors: Avery Mock

Avery Mock, TimeOut Editor November 30, 2023

Hello, y’all! My name is Avery Mock, and I am the TimeOut Editor for this upcoming semester. I have been with The Tiger since the fall of my sophomore year, and with each meeting, I fall more in love...

Two Clemson students dress up as Zack and Cody from their Danimals commercial from 2009.

2023: The year of Halloween

Avery Mock, Assistant TimeOut Editor November 9, 2023

The tail end of every year is filled with the holiday spirit; however, it’s debatable what holiday reigns supreme. Some years, the vibe might be turkeys, pumpkins and leftovers, while others might feel...

The first apple trees being planted in 2014.

The Big Apple of the Carolinas: Jeter Mountain Farm

Avery Mock, Asst. TimeOut Editor October 26, 2023

It’s the prime time of autumn, and what better way to experience this season than surrounded by 400 acres of apple orchards, golden-red trees and cider-flavored everything? Located in Hendersonville,...

Clemson Climbing Club members at the Red River Gorge in Kentucky.

The journey and the friends: Climbing Club

Avery Mock, Asst. TimeOut Editor September 21, 2023

Rock walls, road trips and racing to the top: these are the things that the Clemson Climbing Club is all about. The mission of the club is to bring people to climbing, especially by giving them access...

Swifties living out their wildest dreams at the Eras Night.

Bringing The Eras Tour to Clemson

Avery Mock, Assistant TimeOut Editor September 7, 2023

On Aug. 25, The Swift Society brought Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour to downtown Clemson with their Eras Night event at 356 Sushi & Bar. The playlist for the evening covered the span of Taylor Swift’s...

Between late nights out, exams and early-morning classes, college students deal with poor sleep schedules.

Catching A’s, B’s and Z’s

Avery Mock, Asst. TimeOut Editor August 23, 2023

“I should stay up an extra hour to study,” every college student has thought at some point in the semester. However, this idea may be more harmful than helpful.  College-age students should get...

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...

Book talk: Summer reading recommendations

Book talk: Summer reading recommendations

Avery Mock, Asst. TimeOut Editor April 27, 2023

For the bookworms out there, summer can be a chance to finally sit down and read what you want rather than what you’ve been assigned. Or, if you’ve never been a bibliophile, summer can be a...

Jury Duty on Amazon Freevee

You’ve been summoned: ‘Jury Duty’

Avery Mock, Asst. TimeOut Editor April 23, 2023

If you’ve been wishing for a show to binge-watch while procrastinating your finals, look no further: the new mockumentary-style comedy “Jury Duty” is sure to leave you laughing harder...

Johnstone's built-in wooden closets included rifle racks, as the structure was originally built for the cadets on campus.

A last look: Johnstone Hall and the University Union

Avery Mock, Asst. TimeOut Editor April 6, 2023

If you’re walking behind Old Main, you have probably seen the abandoned, dilapidated structure known as Johnstone Hall and the adjacent Edgar A. Brown University Union. While students are able to...

Clemson Marriage Pact today, Clemson Marriage Pact tomorrow, Clemson Marriage Pact forever.

The Husband Games: Clemson Marriage Pact to enforce arranged marriages

Avery Mock, Senior Reporter April 1, 2023

Due to the lack of success that the marriage pact has had in creating long-lasting couples, the matching service has decided to up the stakes. Now, participating students may be randomly chosen to have...

Tiger’s Two Cents: How do I find motivation to go to class when it is optional?

Avery Mock, Senior Reporter March 9, 2023

My advice would be to remember how going to class benefits you. On the one hand, it feels awesome to miss without worrying about an absence affecting your grade but think about how accomplished you’ll...

Nic Brown, a professor of English at Clemson and author of his fourth novel “Bang Bang Crash.”

A musical memoir: Professor Nic Brown releases 4th book

Avery Mock, Senior Reporter March 9, 2023

Nic Brown, a creative writing professor at Clemson University, the fiction editor of the South Carolina Review and the author of "In Every Way," "Doubles" and "Floodmarkers," recently released his fourth...

The exterior of McAlister Dining Hall.

Best Dining Hall: McAlister Dining Hall

Avery Mock, Senior Reporter February 23, 2023

When it comes to choosing between dining halls, McAlister is a constant winner for students. Located in Core campus, McAlister Dining Hall has a diverse range of meals for every kind of craving. There...

From facebook account @EvolveKandT, Nov. 22, 2021

Best Place to Bring Your Parents: Evolve

Avery Mock, Senior Reporter February 23, 2023

Parents Weekend, mom wants to meet for lunch, dad came to help with move-out. Whatever the case may be, the question “where in Clemson am I going to take my parents?” is bound to pop into a...

Hearts

From Cupid’s desk: Valentine’s Day ideas

Avery Mock, Senior Reporter February 9, 2023

Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate love. Whether you’re coupled up or celebrating with your friends, there are lots of fun activities around Clemson to get you in the lovey-dovey spirit....

TigerFlix Logo

Did you know Clemson: TigerFlix

Avery Mock, Senior Reporter January 26, 2023

You’ve scrolled through Netflix, Hulu and HBO Max, yet still can’t decide on a movie. However, there’s one more streaming service that you may not have checked: TigerFlix.TigerFlix is...

Clemson Film Club members parade through Clemson.

Silver screen spotlight: Film Club

Avery Mock, Senior Reporter January 26, 2023

The Clemson Film Club is a place where Clemson students can learn and participate in the process of filmmaking.No experience is needed to join. In fact, members of the club come from all different majors....

Holiday happenings: Your tidings to-do list

Avery Mock, Contributor December 1, 2022

Clemson and its surrounding cities are gearing up for the holiday season with lots of fun things to do this December.   The City of Clemson's 29th Annual Christmas Parade will be held on Dec....

Shop ‘til you drop: Clemson Vintage Market

Shop ‘til you drop: Clemson Vintage Market

Avery Mock, Contributor November 17, 2022

The Clemson Vintage Market was put on by Draba in collaboration with multiple vendors on Sunday, Nov. 13 at U Centre from 12 to 4 p.m. The market was bustling with racks full of vintage clothing ranging...

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