Clemson University is a nationally ranked, public land-grant research university located in Clemson, South Carolina, nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and along the shores of Lake Hartwell. Clemson is a student-centered institution, founded in 1889 with the dual mission of educating students in a manner consistent with the core values of Integrity, Respect, Diversity, Patriotism, Excellence, and Self-Reliance, and driving economic development in South Carolina. Since its founding, the university has grown into one of the most vibrant and academically significant institutions in the Southeast and the nation with an enrollment of nearly 30,000, more than 1,800 full-time faculty and nearly 5,000 staff.

Clemson is widely recognized for its commitment to teaching, research and public service. It is home to numerous top-ranked programs in areas such as engineering, business, architecture, agriculture, education, the sciences, and Honors College. The University is also a major hub for STEM innovation, advanced manufacturing and sustainable agriculture. Its research enterprise is rapidly growing, with Clemson aiming to double its research expenditures by 2035 as part of its bold strategic vision, Clemson Elevate.

Clemson University is looking for its next President. The successful candidate will have a passion for higher education and be a visionary leader capable of guiding the institution towards the ambitious goals outlined in the University’s Clemson Elevate strategic plan and completing the $1.889 billion capital campaign, Fiercely Forward, the University’s largest ever. The next President will be committed to the mission of the land-grant and lead with integrity while lifting the profile of the university locally, nationally and internationally. Reporting to the 13-member Board of Trustees, the President is the University’s Chief Executive and is responsible for providing vision and direction for a land-grant university with American Association of Universities (AAU) aspirations.

While applications and nominations will be accepted until a new President is selected, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials to the search firm contact listed below by April 1 for full consideration. Application materials must include a current CV and letter of interest. For nominations or questions regarding this position, please contact the consultant listed below.

Clemson President Search
Funk Associates
2911 Turtle Creek Boulevard, Suite 300
Dallas, Texas 75219
Email: Krisha.Creal@funkassociates.com

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