Category: Alerts

Today, at approximately 3:18 p.m., the Clemson University Police Department received a report of an individual with a firearm in the area of Mell Hall. Officers responded to that location, where an individual was taken into custody without incident and charged with unlawful possession of a weapon on university property. The individual was non-threatening and compliant with officers.

CUPD reminds everyone that if you see something, say something and report any suspicious activity to law enforcement.

Clemson University’s main campus will be open on Tuesday, Oct. 1. Pickens County government offices are open, and as a state agency, the University is required to follow the same opening status of county government.

Classes are scheduled and should be conducted at the discretion of instructors, and staff should report to work as able.

Timekeeping, Absences and Leave Guidance
All faculty, staff and students should understand individuals continue to face challenges with power outages. Please continue to provide grace, understanding and flexibility to each other.

Many employees have asked about documenting leave during this event. Additional guidance will be provided by the Office of Human Resources and Payroll.

Statewide Clemson locations
All Clemson statewide locations should follow the same opening status made by the county government where their office is located. A full list of delays and closings is always available on the South Carolina Emergency Management Division website.

Clemson University’s main campus and Upstate locations will be closed, and classes are cancelled across all statewide campuses on Monday, Sept. 30.

ACADEMICS
All lecture and laboratory classes, in person and online, are canceled for Monday, Sept. 30 at all Clemson, Greenville, Charleston and Greenwood locations.

Faculty may continue research activities to meet the needs of their projects provided their facilities have power available. Please be aware and provide grace and flexibility as some staff and students may have difficulty getting to work.

STATEWIDE CLEMSON LOCATIONS
All other statewide locations should follow the same hazard decisions made by the county government where their office is located. A full list of delays and closings is always available on the South Carolina Emergency Management Division website.

ADDITIONAL UPDATES
Additional information about closures or adjusted hours to specific campus services can be found through the resources listed below.

Public Safety – @ClemsonSafety
Athletics – @ClemsonTigers
Campus Recreation – @ClemsonCampusRec
Dining Services – @ClemsonDining
Facilities – @ClemsonFacilities
Library – @ClemsonLibrary
Student Health Services – @HealthyCampus

Clemson University’s main campus is closed and will remain closed through Friday, Sept. 27. All classes scheduled for Friday are cancelled.

STATEWIDE CLEMSON LOCATIONS
All other statewide locations should follow the same hazard decisions made by the county government where their office is located. A full list of delays and closings is always available on the South Carolina Emergency Management Division website.

TIMEKEEPING AND LEAVE GUIDANCE
For faculty, staff and student workers, your supervisor is your first point of contact regarding expectations for work during a hazardous weather event. Review HR’s employee timekeeping and leave during hazardous weather guidance for more information.

TRANSPORTATION
CATBus and transit updates can be found on the Parking and Transportation website and on Facebook.

ATHLETICS
The kickoff time for Saturday’s football game against Stanford remains scheduled for 7 p.m. Information on adjustments to student wristband distribution will be communicated directly from the athletics ticket office.

In response to the needs throughout the state, South Carolina Highway Patrol may deploy additional personnel to affected regions. Fans traveling to Clemson are asked to be patient and plan for possible extended time getting into and out of town on Saturday.

Please follow @ClemsonTigers and visit www.ClemsonTigers.com for up-to-date information.

ADDITIONAL UPDATES
Additional information about closures or adjusted hours to specific campus services can be found through the resources listed below.

Public Safety – @ClemsonSafety
Athletics – @ClemsonTigers
Campus Recreation – @ClemsonCampusRec
Dining Services – @ClemsonDining
Facilities – @ClemsonFacilities
Library – @ClemsonLibrary
Student Health Services – @HealthyCampus

Clemson University’s main campus will close, and classes will be cancelled on Friday morning due to anticipated severe weather caused by Hurricane Helene.

Pickens County government announced its offices will open at 12 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 27. Per South Carolina policy, when inclement weather occurs in South Carolina, state government offices and their employees/student workers will follow the same weather hazard decisions made by county government officials where the state offices are located.

Oconee and Anderson County governments have announced closures for all day Friday, therefore Clemson locations in those counties will be closed.All other statewide locations should follow the same hazard decisions made by the county government where their office is located. A full list of delays and closings is always available on the South Carolina Emergency Management Division website.

ACADEMICS
Friday morning classes prior to 12 noon are cancelled. For Thursday evening and Friday afternoon, instructors have the option to decide between e-Learning or cancelling class. Instructors should clearly communicate this decision. For e-Learning, instructors must provide students options to make-up any missed activities. Personal safety is a priority for both students and instructors. 

TIMEKEEPING AND LEAVE GUIDANCE
For faculty, staff and student workers, your supervisor is your first point of contact regarding expectations for work during a hazardous weather event. Review HR’s employee timekeeping and leave during hazardous weather guidance for more information.

TRANSPORTATION
CATBus and transit updates can be found on the Parking and Transportation website and on Facebook.

ATHLETICS
The kickoff time for Saturday’s football game against Stanford remains scheduled for 7 p.m. Information on adjustments to student wristband distribution will be communicated directly from the athletics ticket office.

In response to the needs throughout the state, South Carolina Highway Patrol may deploy additional personnel to affected regions. Fans traveling to Clemson are asked to be patient and plan for possible extended time getting into and out of town on Saturday.

Please follow @ClemsonTigers and visit www.ClemsonTigers.com for up-to-date info.

INFORMATION UPDATES
Additional information about closures or adjusted hours to specific campus services can be found through the resources listed below.

Public Safety – @ClemsonSafety
Athletics – @ClemsonTigers
Campus Recreation – @ClemsonCampusRec
Dining Services – @ClemsonDining
Facilities – @ClemsonFacilities
Library – @ClemsonLibrary
Student Health Services – @HealthyCampus