The East Campus Area Desk is located in the Mauldin Hall Lobby. This desk serves all East Campus residents in the communities below. If you're locked out or need assistance, call, or visit the front desk 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

• Byrnes
• Lever
• Manning
• Mauldin
• Barnett
• Smith
• Douthit East
• Douthit West
• Calhoun Courts
• Thornhill Village
• Lightsey Bridge I & II

The West Campus Area Desk is located in the DesChamps Hall Lobby. This desk serves all West Campus residents in the communities below. If you're locked out or need assistance, call, or visit the front desk 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

• The Shoeboxes
• Holmes & McCabe
• Mickel
• Gressette
• Cribb & DesChamps
• The Quad

You may email us at clemsonhome@clemson.edu. Students who need to speak to someone directly may call 864-656-2295. Be sure to have your CUID number ready and fully review the information on our website to ensure we can appropriately assist you.

What do you do at Clemson Home?

Community Director of Calhoun Courts South

Why would someone typically contact you?

Residents (and parents/guardians) often contact me regarding on-campus housing and roommate concerns, specifically in Calhoun Courts. Occasionally, residents will contact with me pertaining to other inquiries, including but not limited to CARE, Conduct Hearings, job opportunities with Clemson Home, or academic resources.

What other resources may be helpful prior to reaching out?

General housing information can be found on the Clemson Home website or the Clemson Home Portal. Our Resident Assistants and Graduate Community Directors are also incredibly helpful. If there are specific concerns or a need for a higher level of guidance/support, please contact me by phone or email.

What do you like about working at Clemson Home?

I enjoy working with students as they grow and learn to navigate the ins and outs of living with others.

What's your background?

I earned my Bachelor of Science in Health Science Promotion and Education with a Minor in Pan-African Studies from Clemson University. After graduating, I spent a short time as a Behavioral Counselor for the Department of Mental Health before transferring agencies to the Department of Health and Environmental Control. I devoted over six wonderful years with DHEC as a Nutritionist and a Certified Lactation Counselor working with pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women and infants and children under five years of age. Wanting a change of pace and scenery, I earned my Master of Education in Higher Education Administration from Columbia College (Columbia, South Carolina).

What are the values that drive you?

Authenticity, Consistency, Kindness, and Respect

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

I am artsy and thoroughly enjoy visiting quaint little shops to paint pottery, do some woodwork, or make candles. Shopping, including window shopping, is probably my favorite pastime. I am all for a sale or an excellent bin win (if you know, you know!). Apart from that, I am an avid Sims fan! I own all the DLC for the Sims 4, and I always try to find time for the Sims. As a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., I appreciate the many opportunities to serve the community with my sorority. Above all else, I love spending time with my family or friends when I am not at work.

Favorite quote:

“Remember, darkness does not equate to evil, just as light does not always bring good.” – P.C. Cast

“There is some good in the worst of us and some evil in the best of us.” – Martin Luther King, Jr.

Top 3 favorite podcasts and books:

The Skin I’m In by Sharon Flake

Little Bee by Chris Cleave

Strawberry Letter: The Steve Harvey Morning Show, podcast

What do you do at Clemson Home?

Program Assistant-Groups and Sponsors

Why would someone typically contact you?

To book a group for the Housing Summer Program

Questions about group booking dates and timelines

What other resources may be helpful prior to reaching out?

Logging into Sponsor Portal on Summer Programs page

Calling me directly (864) 656-8856 (O) (864) 533-8856 (C)

Emailing me directly karminb@clemson.edu

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

Walking, hiking to waterfalls, being on the lake, and spending time with family.

Favorite quote:

I'd rather regret the risks that didn't work out than the chances I didn't take at all- Simone Bile

Top 3 favorite podcasts and books:

Gary Paulsen- Hatchett, Gossip Magazines, Kail Lowery Podcast

What do you do at Clemson Home?

Coordinator for Housing Summer Programs

What do you like about working at Clemson Home?

Our Team, The People, Clemson Family

What are the values that drive you?

Loyalty, Compassion, Peace, Love

Why would someone typically contact you?

Everything Summer Experience (Camps/Conferences/Events)

What other resources may be helpful prior to reaching out?

Summer Programs

Experience Summer Programs 

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

Checking Off National Parks, Supporting Chelsea FC, Live Music, Spending Time With My Family

Favorite quote:

“She knows there’s no success like failure and that failure is no success at all” – Bob Dylan

Your top 3 favorite Podcasts/Books?

Into The Wild, Into Thin Air, Dune

What do you do at Clemson Home?

I'm the Assignments Coordinator so I work on various things like cancelling contracts of students who withdraw or transfer and processing room changes.

Why would someone typically contact you?

If they had a question about a school related cancellation, room change, or any general question about housing contracts and sign up processes.

What other resources may be helpful prior to reaching out?

The website for rates & important dates. Your RA or community staff if you are having roommate conflict.

What's your background?

I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in Linguistics & Italian from UNC Chapel Hill then my Master of Arts in Higher Education Leadership from Appalachian State University. I am from North Carolina but have worked at the College of Charleston, Coastal Carolina University, and Clemson University in housing and residence life.

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

I enjoy playing video games, reading books, hanging out with my cat, and volunteering for US Quadball. I also volunteer with the international graduate TAs here in Clemson to improve their English. 

Favorite quote: 

Differences of habit and language are nothing at all if our aims are identical and our hearts are open. -Albus Dumbledore

Top 3 favorite podcasts and books:

The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss, Potterless (podcast), and The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab. 

What do you do at Clemson Home?

I work in Auxiliary Finance with the Accounting and Finance operations.

Why would someone typically contact you?

Someone would contact me for information on Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable, budgets, monthly reports, Appeals.

What other resources may be helpful prior to reaching out?

The Clemson Home website.

What do you like about working at Clemson Home?

I enjoy the relaxed environment and the different people I get to work with. Each day is a learning opportunity.

What's your background?

I graduated from Clemson with a degree in Accounting in 1998. I came to work for Clemson Home in 2000 and have been in a financial role here since that time.

What are the values that drive you?

Truth, honesty, responsibility

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

I enjoy spending time with family, traveling, and watching movies.

Favorite quote:

You won't know if you don't try."

Your favorite Podcasts/Books?

I enjoy reading inspirational books.

What do you do at Clemson Home?

I oversee the planning and day-to-day operations of our Area Desks and supervise our
student Area Desk Assistant staff.

Why would someone typically contact you?

To ask questions about picking up & returning keys, card access, lock changes, etc.

What other resources may be helpful prior to reaching out?

The Clemson Home website has a page dedicated to the Area Desks which answers a lot of
FAQs such as the locations, hours of operation, and the specific things you might need to
visit the Area Desk for! Check it out at www.housing.clemson.edu/questions/desk/

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

I spend a lot of evenings at home watching Netflix and crocheting with my 2 cats, Reba and
Leo.

Favorite quote:

“There are more things in Heaven and Earth, Horatio, than are dreamt of in your
philosophy.” -Hamlet, William Shakespear

Top 3 favorite podcasts and books:

-Fire & Blood, George R. R. Martin
-Game of Thrones Abridged podcast, Alt Schwift X
-You Made It Weird podcast, Pete Holmes

What do you do at Clemson Home?

Director of Administration

Why would someone typically contact you?

Questions about student housing and dining sign up and room selection, student system processes (StarRez and Clemson Home Portal), summer programs, and marketing and communications related to housing and dining.

What other resources may be helpful prior to reaching out?

Clemson Home Website

Clemson Home Portal

What do you like about working at Clemson Home?

Helping students.

What's your background?

Bachelor of Science in PRTM from Clemson; worked at Salvation Army Boys & Girls Club and Spartanburg County Parks & Recreation previously.

What are the values that drive you?

Working hard and being responsible.

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

Spending time with family and watching Clemson football.

What do you do at Clemson Home?

I am the Associate Director of Administration for Clemson Home. I oversee housing assignments and meal plans for the academic year.

Why Would someone typically contact you?

If they need assistance with their on-campus housing or meal plan.

What other resources may be helpful prior to reaching out?

You can always visit the Clemson Home portal or website to get the latest information.

What do you like about working at Clemson Home?

Improving processes to support students and staff.

What's your background?

I coached collegiate volleyball for 3 years while receiving my master's in education. After that I started working at a Child Development Center. I then came on at Clemson and worked at the Youth Learning Institute as Director of the Pickens Branch. I have worked with Clemson Home for 4 years in HSP.

What are the values that drive you?

Open Communication and Integrity are what drive me!

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working??

I enjoy sports and spending time with my family.

Favorite quote:

"It is well with my soul"

Your top 3 favorite Podcasts/Books?

1. The Bible
2. The Hunger Games
3. The Shack

What do you do at Clemson Home?

In my role I am tasked with continuing to develop the partnership between Clemson Home and the Honors College. I am also responsible for creating initiatives that support the development of the residential college model within the Honors Residential College. This includes the supervision of community staff and daily operations.

What do you like about working at Clemson Home?

I enjoy having the opportunity to work with great colleagues and students. I also like having the space to be creative and innovative in my work to continue to build the culture of the Honors Residential College.

What's your background?

I was born in Jamaica then moved to Maryland with my family at age 13. I completed my Bachelor of Arts in Communication (Public Relations) at the University of Maryland, College Park (Go Terps!!). I then went on to Baylor University (Sic' Em Bears) where I completed my Master of Science in Higher Education and Student Affairs. Prior to coming to Clemson, I worked for two years at the University of Oklahoma as a Residential College Director.

What are the values that drive you?

I value people and the stories they tell. I believe that every encounter I have with someone is an interaction of our stories. In the work I do, empathy and creating space for people to share their stories is important. We can learn a lot from the stories of people around us, if we pause, create space and listen with compassion and curiosity.

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

I LOVE to sing and enjoy good music. I also try to do creative things like painting or being in beautiful natural spaces to ground myself.

Favorite Quote

“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be?..." Marianne Williamson

Your top 3 favorite Podcasts/Books?

1. Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
2. Emma by Jane Austen
3. Love Does by Bob Goff

What do you do at Clemson Home?

Program Assistant for Housing Summer Programs

Why would someone typically contract you?

• To inquire about housing for a summer camp or conference
• Clemson students looking for employment with Housing Summer Programs (HSP)
• University partners looking for information or have questions about HSP process

What other resources might be helpful before reaching out?

Housing Summer Programs Home Page: 

• Summer Programs (clemson.edu) 

Housing Summer Programs Resource Page: 

• » Experience Summer Programs (clemson.edu) 

What do you like about working at Clemson Home?

 Being part of a team that feels like family and working with students

What's your background?

Graduated from Clemson University, 2005, with a BA in Sociology

What are the values that drive you?

 Kindness, Growth, Optimism and Humor

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

 Hanging out with family and friends, cooking, reading, boating on Lake Keowee

Favorite quote:

 "Trust is not built in big sweeping moments. It's built in tiny moments every day" -Brene Brown

Your top 3 favorite Podcasts/Books?

Unlocking Us with Brene Brown

 The Choice by Edith Egar

 Atlas of the Heart by Brene Brown

What do you do at Clemson Home?

I assist in designing, assessing, and adapting the Residential Curriculum Model that is used within Clemson’s Residence Halls.

Why someone would contact you?

If you have questions regarding Clemson’s Residential Experience Model or the curricular approach as a whole.

What is your background?

I was born and raised in Iowa and graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with my B.A. in Elementary Education in 2022. I moved to South Carolina to come to Clemson, and I’ve been loving seeing a new part of the country!

What do you do at Clemson Home?

Director for Custodial, Storage and Distribution and Sustainability

What do you like about working at Clemson Home?

Educational environment

What's your background?

Training and development

What are the values that drive you?

Integrity, Hard Work.

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

Spending time with family, traveling

Favorite quote:

“Each One Teach One"

What do you do at Clemson Home?

I provide supervision and direction to the teams that house, feed and contribute to the education of our students - with a prioritization of the stewardship of our housing and dining spaces.

What do you like about working at Clemson Home?

I like that our core purpose is to create environments for student success.

What's your background?

I have worked in Higher Education for almost 3 decades and have made a career out of making campus home.

What are the values that drive you?

Excellence, Innovation and Courage

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

Spending time with my rock-star daughter and anything involving her love of Mickey Mouse.

Favorite quote:

"It is my wish to have lived an eminently useful life." Reverend Mother Hildegarde

What do you do at Clemson Home?

I maintain and develop our housing and dining software system. I create efficiencies where possible by automating paperwork processes and creating better visibility through reporting.

What do you like about working at Clemson Home?

I like the culture and people I work with, it is a team-oriented environment always striving for better. Clemson Home cares deeply for the students and providing a meaningful experience while they attend Clemson University.

What's your background?

I earned my degree in supply chain management from the Michigan State University. After graduation, I moved to a ski resort in Colorado and started out as a lift operator. I worked my way up at the resort to helpdesk support role. When I moved to South Carolina, I began working in manufacturing as a production planner. I was hired at Clemson Home in March of 2020.

What are the values that drive you?

Honesty and Hard Work

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

Swimming, Hiking, Skiing (when I can find snow), and Playing with my kids

Favorite quote:

“You’re killin me smalls.” - Sandlot

Top 3 favorite podcasts and books:

Harry Potter, The Alchemist, and Virgil Flowers Series

What do you do at Clemson Home?

In my role, I am responsible for all of the personnel functions including hiring, payroll, and timekeeping.

What do you like about working at Clemson Home?

Watching the young adults and/or professionals grow and learn how to navigate this thing called "Life". It builds a sense of pride knowing that I may have played a small part on their path.

What's your background?

I hold a master's in human resource development with almost 15 years of experience in human resources.

What are the values that drive you?

My top five strengths, according to the Clifton Strengths Finder are achiever, responsibility, woo, harmony and connectedness.  All of these align with my strong belief in integrity as the foundation in all that I do.

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

I enjoy spending quality time with my family as well as building community and enjoying the sisterhood of Delta Sigma Theta.  Football has always been one of my loves, so my husband and I work with the youth and young adults in various capacities. 

Favorite quote:

"Leadership is getting someone to do what they don't want to do, to achieve what they want to achieve." Tom Landry

Top 3 favorite podcasts/books:

I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, Maya Angelou; The Bluest Eye, Toni Morrison; and Honey I Love, Eloise Greenfield

What do you do for Clemson Home?

I’m the Interim Director of Auxiliary Finance.

Why would someone typically contact you?

Contact me for any questions related to Auxiliary Enterprises financial performance, financial controls, budgets, and long-term financial planning.

What other resources may be helpful prior to reaching out?

The Controller site at www.clemson.edu provides access to numerous financial links.

Favorite quote:

“Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication” – Leonardo da Vinci.

What do you do at Clemson Home?

I work with our Living-Learning Communities, Student Leadership groups, and Sustainability Education.

Why would someone typically contact you?

With questions about Living-Learning Communities such as how to create one or questions about involvement in one. You may have questions about getting involved in our student organizations though housing or want to know about being more sustainable.

What other resources may be helpful prior to reaching out?

Review the website for information about our Living-Learning Communities or Student Organizations.

What do you like about working at Clemson Home?

I like the ability to be innovative to meet the needs of our students and institution.

What's your background?

I grew up on a farm in Colorado and fell in love with working on college campuses when I was completing my Bachelor's degree. Since then, I have been working in university housing departments helping students transition to college and find their home on-campus.

What are the values that drive you?

Learning, Compassion, and Openness

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

I enjoy reading, traveling, and spending time with my family.

Favorite quote:

Do what you feel in your heart to be right for you'll be criticized anyway." Eleanor Roosevelt

Top 3 favorite podcasts/books:

Harry Potter Series by J.K. Rowling, The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Tenant of Wildfell Hall by Anne Bronte  

What do you do at Clemson Home?

I currently serve as the Graduate Community Director for Calhoun Courts North and Thornhill Village. In this role, I assist the Community Director in the oversight of the community, the supervision of the Resident Assistant Team, program planning, and the coordination of community operations.

Why would someone typically contact you?

Typically, someone would contact me if they have questions about the community, need support, have concerns about their living situation. or would like to be connected to on-campus resources.

What other resources may be helpful prior to reaching out?

Your RA is a fantastic resource, the Clemson Home website has a great deal of FAQs and resources, and any of your fellow Clemson Students may have helpful knowledge as well.

What's your background?

I am from Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, and I went to Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin for my undergraduate education. I earned a Bachelor’s degree in Educational Studies, Social Welfare & Justice, and a minor in Human Resources Management. Currently, I am pursuing my Masters of Education in Counselor Education with a concentration in Student Affairs.

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with friends and family, cooking, exploring campus and South Carolina, reading by the lake, and watching movies/TV shows. I find it is important to take time for yourself to rest and reflect, and I also think it is important to gather with others to share thoughts, ideas, and have fun.

Favorite quote:

“I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples” – Mother Theresa

Top 3 favorite podcasts and books:

1. Dare to Lead by Brene Brown
2. The Stories We Tell by Joanna Gaines
3. The Light We Carry by Michelle Obama

What do you do at Clemson Home?

Graduate Assistant for Residential Learning: Learning and Development

Why would someone typically contact you?

Questions about the RA/RCM Development Summit / Certificate

What other resources may be helpful prior to reaching out?

RA/RCM Training and Development Opportunities

What do you do for Clemson Home?

Community Director for Douthit West  

Why would someone typically contact you?

I can be reached when there are matters concerning Residential Housing, CARE, Conduct, and/or Housing matters.  

What other resources may be helpful prior to reaching out?

RA on call: 864.986.1194 or the Graduate Community Directors.

What is your background?

Cassey Lessane is a native of Raleigh, North Carolina. She has worked in Student Affairs for 7+ years. Cassey is an Alumna of North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University and Louisburg College. During her time at Louisburg College, she was heavily involved in Student Activities/ Housing & Residence Life, being a Student Ambassador, Resident Assistant, member of Students Against Destructive Decisions (S.A.D.D), and the Executive Board Member/ Moderator for the Residence Life R.A. Drive-In. 

As a Residential Counselor, Cassey took her passion for Student Affairs to a summer Talent Identification Program (T.I.P) at Duke University. Cassey’s next venture was attending North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University, where she was active in Housing & Residence Life as a Resident Assistant and a student volunteer for NC&AT Alumni Programs. After graduating from both Alma Maters, Cassey returned to serve her community by becoming a Community Director.  

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

I enjoy watching my favorite tv shows, shopping, hanging with friends, or enjoying a good seafood boil. 

Top 3 favorite podcasts and books:

1. Aliyah’s Corner: The Cozy Chat Podcast 

2. Daily Inspiration: Steve Harvey Morning Show  

3. BLK Womyn Voices: In Higher Education Podcast  

What do you do at Clemson Home?

Oversee Housing & Dining short- and long-range planning, as well as the day-to-day operations related to contract partners and in-house services.

Why would someone typically contact you?

Most people seek me out to answer specific questions related to financial planning or planned project details, however, my incredible team manages a wide variety of requests supporting Clemson Home.

What other resources may be helpful prior to reaching out?

Good question … I’m usually the resource helping others find their way.

What do you like about working at Clemson Home?

Sharing a work family who will have my back in any situation.  A genuine, compassionate group ready to serve our community day in and day out!

What's your background?

Primarily home-building with the right amount of randomness to keep life interesting!

What are the values that drive you?

Faith, Love, and Gratitude.

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

Anything outdoors with family or friends.

Favorite quote:

"Worrying is like a rocking chair. It gives you something to do but doesn't get you anywhere."

Favorite top 3 podcasts/books:

• "The Art of Happiness"
• "To Kill A Mockingbird"
• "The Da Vinci Code"

What do you do at Clemson Home?

I supervise staff that oversee the Fraternity Sorority Housing community, the two Area Desks on campus and staff that work on a variety of things that help keep Residential Living moving! I manage access and security for University Housing, oversee the Move In and Move Out processes and approve animals within University Housing.  I also have a strategic alignment with our Housing Operations partners to ensure Residential Living staff are familiar with operational processes. Plus, there is always that, “other duties as assigned" piece of my job description!

What do you like about working at Clemson Home?

Never a dull moment and my co-workers are top notch!

What's your background?

I started my higher ed journey at North Carolina State University in their Higher Education Administration master program. Up until 4.5 years ago, I worked in Fraternity & Sorority Life but have since transitioned to work in Housing both areas keep you on your toes and challenge you every day.

Why would someone typically contact you?

• General housing/area desk questions
• Animals within university housing
• Access to residential spaces/security

What other resources may be helpful prior to reaching out?

The ClemsonHome and Clemson website – these sites are full of all the answer you might need. Just give a quick Google search and you should find a resource related to what you need!

What are the values that drive you?

Happiness, Authenticity and Optimism

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

I enjoy traveling, spending time with friends and family, trying out new breweries, spending time in the kitchen and music festivals.

What do you like about working at Clemson Home?

Never a dull moment and my co-workers are top notch!

What's your background?

I started my higher ed journey at North Carolina State University in their Higher Education Administration master program after graduating from Rochester Institute of Technology for undergrad.  Prior to working in Housing, I worked in Fraternity & Sorority Life - both areas keep you on your toes and challenge you every day.

Favorite quote:

"I'll keep my eyes fixed on the sun" Cage the Elephant

Top 3 favorite podcasts/books:

Any true crime podcast, the author Jill Shalvis and books that make me a better human.

What do you do at Clemson Home?

I am the Community Director for the Honors Residential College (Cribb & DesChamps Hall). It is Clemson’s first residential college and home to almost 400 students. It’s a unique opportunity to build a fully immersive experience with our partners in the Honors College for our amazing residents. I get to collaborate with our Graduate Community Director and our wonderful FIRs (Faculty-in-Residence) as part of our community leadership team that work with our 13 RCMs (Residential Community Mentors) to bring Clemson’s vision for a residential college to life.

Why would someone typically contact you?

You could contact me if you need connection to our plethora of on-campus resources, need advice in navigating potential roommate/suitemate conflicts, have an idea for an event we could host for our students, or anything else I may be able to assist with. I’m here to help!

What other resources may be helpful prior to reaching out?

There is a roommate/suitemate conflict form now available in the housing portal and there are also several ways to view available resources on the MyClemson app.

What's your background?

I’m from the small town of Latta, South Carolina but I have always had a heart for the bigger adventures that awaited me after high school. I was a member of the Honors College at my undergraduate institution, Lander University, where I received my B.S. in Sociology. While at Lander, I became involved in several student organizations and served as a Resident Assistant and then as a Head Resident Assistant. After that, I studied at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington where I received my M.Ed. in Higher Education and worked as an Assistant Residence Coordinator. Prior to coming to Clemson, I served as a Community Coordinator at Coastal Carolina University. During my higher education journey, I’ve had the opportunity to serve as a Pre-College Program Proctor at Harvard University and participate in an international internship in Ireland at Maynooth University.

What do you like about working at Clemson Home?

I really enjoy the supportive relationships that I have developed with the department’s leadership team. I feel genuinely appreciated and know that the department supports my growth and development and wishes to see me succeed. It’s great to work in a place where you cannot only be comfortable sharing your thoughts and input, but to also know they are taken into consideration.

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

I am a huge movie fan, so I like to get to the movie theater as often as I can. I love a good laugh so comedies are my favorite. I also have a love for all things thrilling… rollercoasters, ziplining, etc. When I’m shopping, I always come home with a new book or a new Funko Pop to add to my collection of almost 200. When I’m at home, you’ll either find me playing a game on the Switch/PS4, spending time with my husband Sam and our fur baby Lilo, or you’ll find Grey’s Anatomy, The Golden Girls, or RuPaul’s Drag Race on the television. I’ve also caught the “travel bug” and love adventuring to new places!

What are the values that drive you?

I value strong work ethics, transparency, and respect. Honesty, doing your part, and treating others well can get you very far in life!

Favorite quote:

“Beginnings are scary, endings are usually sad, but it's the middle that counts the most. You need to remember that when you find yourself at the beginning. Just give hope a chance to float up” – Sandra Bullock

Top 3 favorite podcasts and books:

• I’m Glad by Mom Died by Jenette McCurdy
• The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas
• The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky

What do you do at Clemson Home?

Graduate Assistant for Recruitment & Selection

Why would someone typically contact you?

Asking questions about the Recruitment and Selection process to become a Residential Community Mentor or Residential Community Leader.

What other resources may be helpful prior to reaching out?

Try emailing residentialstaff@clemson.edu your questions!

What do you like about working at Clemson Home?

I love the environment that this team creates and how fun the Residential Learning team is to be around.

What's your background?

I graduated from Marquette University with a B.A. in Public Relations and a minor in Psychology.

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

I love to go on long walks or runs!

What do you do at Clemson Home?

I work alongside the two graduate assistants for Fraternity Sorority Housing to co-facilitate the development of the Fraternity & Sorority Housing Community's environment. In my work, this can be working with chapters to create academic environments outside of the classroom, to challenging the students we work with to hold their brothers and sisters accountable for any number of things that come along living in a community space.

What do you like about working at Clemson Home?

Because the folks at Clemson Home are my Ohana. They have truly shown me the meaning of, "Ohana means family, family means nobody gets left behind or forgotten." I moved 10 hours away from home and I would not know it with the support that I have been shown within Clemson Home.

What's your background?

My background is Misty Mood by Leonid Afremov, adapted to include the Tardis and the following quote from Doctor Who, “We're All Stories in the End. Just make it a good ONE."  The Doctor.

However, I am sure the more in the box answer to this question would go something like:
I am just a small town guy, who grew up in Pocahontas, Arkansas.
Marching to my own beat, I studied at the University of Central Arkansas (Go Bears!) in instrumental music education; however, I seemed to have gotten off beat when I started working as a student in Residence Life. From there I followed my passion for working with students to the University of South Alabama (Go Jags!). Now, Moon Pies and Mardi Gras aside, to complete my M.Ed. in Educational Leadership as the Community Director for Fraternity & Sorority Housing at the University of South Alabama.

From there I was able to find my Clemson Home as the Coordinator for Fraternity Sorority Housing, and continue following my passion for working with students.

What are the values that drive you?

I value support and relationships. While these seem to go hand in hand you can have both without the other, however, when they work in harmony they truly enhance the workplace. Working with people and interacting for more than a transactional reason.

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

When I am not working, I find my harmony in life by either fostering an appreciation for (torturing my partner) Disney+, or painstakingly ensuring we keep up with any TV/Movie universes we have set out to conquer. Additionally, I like to find myself on the other side of an empty plate, either going to or from somewhere new; or one of us makes something at home, as we both like to cook! Somewhere in there I also find time to work on getting my way through different literature. I cannot say whether I am shaken or stirred, but I am building my knowledge on these things. Nonetheless, I like to travel, and one of my favorite places to go is to see my godchild.

Top 3 favorite podcasts/books:

• DARKNET DIARIES Jack Rhysider, podcast
• Serial This American Life, podcast
• The Last Lecture Rand Pausch, video & book

What do you do at Clemson Home?

I oversee the Residential Learning department, consisting of the following:

• the development, design, and implementation of our residential curriculum, the Residential Experience Model
• academic initiatives and integrations for residential students, including Living-Learning Communities and the Faculty-in Residence program
• recruitment, selection, training, and development of residential staff and instructor of record for the EDSA 3900 leadership course for RCMs
• academic coaching and support for student staff
• various leadership programs and initiatives, including RHA, NRHH, and EcoReps
• learning assessment initiatives aligned with our programs

What do you like about working at Clemson Home?

I love our department's commitment to innovative practices and learning ways to be more effective in our work with students.

What's your background?

I have an undergraduate degree in Biology from Roanoke College in Salem, VA, an M.Ed. from the University of Notre Dame in Notre Dame, IN and a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership from Clemson University. My background is in teaching, as a middle school math and science teacher and an ESL instructor in South Korea. I have worked in higher education since 2007, working at Colorado Mesa University in Grand Junction, CO and University of Dayton in Dayton, OH.

What are the values that drive you?

My top five strengths are connectedness, relator, strategic, futuristic, and individualization

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling to new cities, being outdoors, and eating delicious food.

Top 3 favorite podcasts/books:

Essentialism by Greg McKeown, The Courage to Teach by Parker Palmer, and The Book of Joy by Dalai Lama, Desmond Tutu, and Douglas Abrams

What do you do at Clemson Home?

Academic Programs and Assessment

What do you like about working at Clemson Home?

Working with faculty and students

What's your background?

Leadership Educator BA in Political Science, M.Ed. in Counselor Education, PhD in Educational Leadership

What are the values that drive you?

Equity, Justice, Mercy

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

Reading and traveling

Top 3 favorite Podcasts/Books?

1. She's Come Undone
2. The Awakening
3. Morbid

What do you do at Clemson Home?

I am the Coordinator for Sustainability Education. I work in Clemson Home with the Residential Learning team to promote sustainability within the residence halls.

Why would someone typically contact you?

Questions or concerns about sustainability related issues or events within the residence halls, general ideas to promote sustainability education on campus, connections to dining and facilities sustainability, and any questions or concerns regarding EcoReps, a student group I advise on campus.

What other resources may be helpful prior to reaching out?

Check out the EcoReps page on the Clemson Home website to see what our organization is about!

What's your background?

I graduated from Winthrop University with a bachelor's degree in environmental studies and a minor in sustainability. I was also very involved with residence life in undergrad giving me experience in housing and residential learning.

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

Outside of work I enjoy watching movies for hours on end and spending time with friends and family. I also love to hike and walk my dog Pepper!

What do you do at Clemson Home?

Graduate Community Director for Cribb and DesChamps Hall – Honors Residential College

Why would someone typically contact you?

Typically, someone would contact me if they have questions about the community, need support, have concerns about their living situation. or would like to be connected to on-campus resources.

Sometimes residents reach out to me to chat about various things or for fun.

What other resources may be helpful prior to reaching out?

Resident Assistants, Clemson Home website, Faculty-In-Residence, and Honors College Staff are excellent resources depending on the question.

I am always happy to answer questions or direct them to people who can answer questions.

What's your background?

I attended Iowa State University for my undergraduate and graduated with B.S. in Biology and a Minor in Journalism and Mass Communication. I was involved with the Department of Housing since my freshman year in many capacities.

Currently, I am pursuing my M. Ed in Counselor Education with an emphasis in Student Affairs.

What are the values that drive you?

Authenticity, Integrity, Respect, Growth, and Learning.

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

I learn a new skill/language during my free time. But generally, I watch movies/TV shows, bake cookies, run outside, and spend time with friends.

Favorite quote:

“My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style”  — Maya Angelou.  

What do you do at Clemson Home?

As the Community Director for The Shoeboxes, I am the full-time staff member with oversight for all 5 buildings and all of our residential staff. I manage the day-to-day community operations, staff development, and residential learning through the various experiences we offer to residents in our living spaces.

Why would someone typically contact you?

Students usually contact me to connect with campus-level support in times of need, discuss various happenings in or around the community, or meet for any number of educational conversations.

What other resources may be helpful prior to reaching out?

Connecting with your Residential Staff on the hall is usually a great first step for any number of concerns! Your ClemsonHome portal also contains a lot of helpful resources which may help you further determine how we can best work together.

What do you do at Clemson Home?

I currently serve as the Graduate Community Director for Gressette and Mickel Hall. In this role, I assist the Community Director in the oversight of the community, the supervision of the 15 Resident Assistants, advice our community council, program planning, and the coordination of community operations.

Why would someone typically contact you?

Typically, someone would contact me if they have questions about the community, need support, or have concerns about their living situation. 

What other resources may be helpful prior to reaching out?

The RA’s in our residence hall’s are also a fantastic resource, the Clemson Home website has a great deal of FAQs and resources, and any of your fellow Clemson Students may have helpful knowledge as well.

What's your background?

I am from a very small town called Grover, NC and I attend the University of North Carolina Charlotte in May of 2022 where I graduated with my BA in Music where I focused on the vocal side of the major. I am also a First Generation college graduate and have been to 3 different institutions. Currently, I am pursuing my Masters of Education in Counselor Education with a concentration in Student Affairs.

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with friends and family, cooking,and watching movies/TV shows. I find it is important to take time for yourself to rest and reflect, and I also think it is important to gather with others to share thoughts, ideas, and have fun.

What do you do at Clemson Home?

I coordinate messaging and marketing for Clemson Home. I manage our social media, website, and emails as well as working on events, print materials, and more. I also work with others within Clemson Home to find better ways to communicate and engage with our students.

What do you like about working at Clemson Home?

I love getting to impact the student experience and find ways to help students take full advantage of everything Clemson has to offer.

What's your background?

I grew up around NC and SC and came to Clemson to earn my degrees in Management and Marketing. I worked with a historical foundation in the Lowcountry of SC as well as the Clemson Community Foundation before coming to work for Clemson Home.

What are the values that drive you?

Innovation, independence, and determination

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

Hiking, camping, swimming, kayakinganything outside, especially with family and friends.

Favorite quote:

"On matters of style, swim with the current, on matters of principle, stand like a rock."

Top 3 favorite podcasts and books:

Atlas Shrugged, Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, and the Tom Woods Show