The Office of Community Achievement and Student Empowerment establishes transitional programs and supportive services that cultivate student and family engagement in the Clemson Community. CONNECTIONS is an initiative to assist first-year students of color with their transition to Clemson University.
CONNECTIONS
LLC Overview
The Center for Student Leadership & Engagement seeks to create a uniquely Clemson experience that prepares every Clemson student to be a leader in their profession and community. We strive to prepare students to lead with honesty, integrity, and respect. CONNECTIONS is an initiative to assist first-year students that identify as a student of color (African-American, Black, Hispanic/Latinx, Asian, Native American, multiracial) or a first generation student to begin their Clemson journey. Through our program, students will have opportunities for transformation related to personal development, academic engagement, culture and diversity, a support network and involvement.
Program Note: Students interested in participating in the CONNECTIONS program may also live in a partner LLC: RiSE, CUBS, or WAVS.
- Peer Mentoring
- Social Events
- Networking with University Faculty and Staff
- Weekly Shared Learning Experience (Self and Career Development)
Did You Know?
- CONNECTIONS participants become leaders in the Clemson Community through participation in Clemson Undergraduate Student Government, Council on Diversity Affairs, Minority Recruitment Team, Orientation Ambassador, Resident Assistants, Clemson University Tour Guides or create their own recognized student organization.
Student Perspective
“Getting the opportunity to live in Holmes was probably one of the best things about my college career. It helped me gain an awesome friend group, support network and allowed me to thrive my freshman year. The accountability and the fun that being in Holmes provided me is something that allowed me to start my time at Clemson with success!”-Camryn Hubbard
Quick Facts
Size: 75 Students
Location: Holmes Hall
Roommate Policy: May only request other program participants
Restrictions: All Majors Welcome, Coed
Application: When you sign up for Housing & Dining, you will need to select CONNECTIONS from the list on the Community Choice page. Also, you will need to complete the program application.
Fee: None Required
LLC Overview
- Peer Mentoring
- Social Events
- Networking with University Faculty and Staff
- Weekly Shared Learning Experience (Self and Career Development)
LLC Overview
- CONNECTIONS participants become leaders in the Clemson Community through participation in Clemson Undergraduate Student Government, Council on Diversity Affairs, Minority Recruitment Team, Orientation Ambassador, Resident Assistants, Clemson University Tour Guides or create their own recognized student organization.
LLC Overview
“Getting the opportunity to live in Holmes was probably one of the best things about my college career. It helped me gain an awesome friend group, support network and allowed me to thrive my freshman year. The accountability and the fun that being in Holmes provided me is something that allowed me to start my time at Clemson with success!”-Camryn Hubbard
LLC Overview
Size: 75 Students
Location: Holmes Hall
Roommate Policy: May only request other program participants
Restrictions: All Majors Welcome, Coed
Application: When you sign up for Housing & Dining, you will need to select CONNECTIONS from the list on the Community Choice page. Also, you will need to complete the program application.
Fee: None Required
