Category: Alerts

Clemson University’s main campus will resume normal operations, including in-person classes, on Wednesday, Jan. 28.

The safety of our campus community is the University’s highest priority. Exercise caution while driving to campus, allow extra time and slow down on your commute. Be alert for possible icy conditions on roads, bridges, sidewalks and parking lots.

Instructors and supervisors are asked to provide leniency and grace to students and employees who may have trouble accessing campus due to hazardous conditions that may impact their commute and public transportation options.

Students, faculty and staff are strongly encouraged to prioritize their personal safety and avoid travel if conditions feel unsafe. Those with concerns about traveling to campus should reach out to their supervisor or instructor to discuss appropriate accommodations. Supervisors can provide work-from-home or flexible scheduling options to their employees, as appropriate.

Additionally, as temperatures climb above freezing, be aware of falling ice and snow when entering and exiting buildings. As you make your way around campus, exercise caution, especially in shady areas where ice remains, and avoid activities that could result in injury.

Parking and Transportation Update

• • Ice remains in some on-campus parking lots, particularly in shady areas. Use caution when driving or walking through parking lots and avoid parking in ice-covered spots.

• • Tiger Transit will resume normal on-campus operations.

• • CATbus, which is operated by the City of Clemson, may be delayed and routes may be adjusted in areas with icy conditions.
  • Campus Dining will resume full operations at all locations.

Due to the hazardous conditions caused by winter weather, Clemson University’s main campus will conduct e-learning activities for Tuesday, Jan. 27. No in-person classes will meet, and all instruction should be delivered in an online modality. Employee work expectations for Tuesday, Jan. 27 depend on safe travel and access to work locations. Employees deemed essential should communicate with their supervisors to determine if they are required to work on-site, if they have not already done so. Those who cannot safely travel should discuss flexible scheduling options with their supervisor. Nonessential employees should use, to the maximum extent possible, telecommuting or work-from-home options. Note this applies to all University employees, even if the employee does not typically telecommute. Employees who are unable to telecommute or cannot safely travel should contact their supervisor to discuss flexible scheduling options.

Additional Updates

• Main campus services, such as Dining Services, Campus Recreation, Libraries and Redfern Health Center, may have adjusted hours.
• CATbus and transit updates can be found in the Tigers Commute app or on the Parking and Transportation Services website.
• Additional updates or impacts to campus will be provided by Public Safety or University Facilities.
• Continue to monitor your email and official Clemson University social channels for updates.

Statewide Clemson locations

Statewide Clemson locations should follow the same closure decisions made by the county government where their office is located, with the exception of Richland and Lexington counties. Offices in those counties will follow closing determinations made by the governor’s office. A full list of delays and closings is always available on the South Carolina Emergency Management Division website.

Due to hazardous conditions caused by winter weather, Clemson University’s main campus will be closed and no classes, including E-learning, will be held on Monday, Jan. 26, following the announcement of Pickens County government offices closing. No events will be held on campus, and due to road hazards, no employees (unless directly requested by their supervisor for essential services) should travel to campus. Status for Tuesday’s class and operations will be announced as soon as available. Additional Updates

• Main campus Libraries, Campus Recreation facilities and Redfern Health Center will be closed on Monday.
• Dining Services will have adjusted hours.
• CATbus and transit updates can be found in the Tigers Commute app or on the Parking and Transportation Services website.
• Additional updates or impacts to campus will be provided by Public Safety or University Facilities.
• Continue to monitor your email and official University social media accounts for updates.

What to Know for University Employees

• Employees should not report to work on main campus, unless they have been deemed “essential” for this weather event and their supervisor has informed them that they must report to work in-person.
• State directives specify all other employees are expected to work remotely to the fullest extent possible, even if they do not regularly work remotely or have a remote work agreement.
• Employees and supervisors should stay in close communication throughout the event.
• All employees should review and follow the timekeeping instructions available in the “What To Do in the Case of Hazardous Weather” section on the Work during Hazardous Weather webpage.

Statewide Clemson locations Statewide Clemson locations should follow the same closure decisions made by the county government where their office is located, with the exception of Richland and Lexington counties. Offices in those counties will follow closing determinations made by the governor’s office. A full list of delays and closings is always available on the South Carolina Emergency Management Division website.

2:25 PM Update: Suspect in the robbery was taken into custody by law enforcement without incident. Investigation is ongoing.

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Timely Warning: Robbery

Date: November 14, 2025

Time of Incident: 8:50 p.m.

Location: Area between Strom Thurmond Institute and Watt Family Innovation Center

The Clemson University Police Department (CUPD) received a report of a robbery that occurred in the area between the Strom Thurmond Institute and the Watt Family Innovation Center. An unknown male subject approached two male students who were sitting on a bench and initiated a conversation with them. During this conversation, the unknown male subject attempted to strike one of the male students and take his property. When the male student attempted to defend himself and his personal items, he was physically assaulted by the unknown male subject. The subject stole a cellphone charger and power bank from the male student and fled the scene on foot. The male student sustained minor injuries and was evaluated by EMS and released on scene.

Suspect Description:

• White male
• Brown, curly hair, short side and back hair cut, longer on the top
• Brown eyes
• Approximately 18-21 years in age
• Last seen wearing blue jeans, a black zipper hoodie, grey interior, a grey t-shirt

A photo of the suspect.

CUPD is actively investigating the incident. Anyone with additional information or who observed suspicious activity in or around this area on November 14 should contact CUPD at 864-656-2222 or use the Text CU Dispatch feature in the Rave Guardian app for anonymous reporting.

Crime Prevention Tips

• Travel in pairs or with a group, particularly at night. Whenever possible, walk in well-lit, well-populated areas.
• Stay alert and always be aware of your surroundings. Keep your head up and avoid distractions such as texting or wearing headphones/earbuds in public.
• Know exits or paths to safety in buildings, parking lots and isolated areas.
• Exercise caution with strangers when walking to your car or entering your residence.
• Trust your instincts. If a situation doesn’t look or feel right, do what you can to get yourself and those who are with you out of the situation or call for assistance.
• Never attempt to make contact with persons involved in suspicious activity.
• If you see something, say something and call CUPD at 864-656-2222 to report any suspicious activity.

For more safety and crime prevention tips, visit the Crime Prevention section of the CUPD website.

Issued in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, a federal law originally known as the Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990, that mandates timely notices to the campus community. The Clery Act is enforced by the U.S. Department of Education.

Update (3:42 p.m.): Full water service for main campus, including drinking water and chilled water for cooling systems, has been restored. The boil water advisory is lifted for all areas of main campus except the Barnes Center.

Full repairs are ongoing and should be completed later today.

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A water main break is currently affecting the availability of drinking water and chilled water used for main campus cooling systems. Power service remains unaffected, but our main campus community may notice changes in building cooling efficiency.

As a safety precaution, a boil water advisory is in effect for all main campus buildings until further notice. Clemson University officials are actively working with local utilities to resolve the issue and will provide updates as they become available.

Continue to monitor alerts.clemson.edu and official University social media channels for the latest information.