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Clemson University president announces retirement
James P. Clements retires after 12 years as Clemson University president, prioritizing health and family as the Board initiates leadership transition and presidential search.
- On Dec. 9, James P. Clements, Clemson University president, announced he will retire effective December 31, sharing the news with the Clemson community in a letter.
- Citing health and family, James P. Clements, Clemson University President, wrote `I have reflected over the past several months on our accomplishments and my time here as president` and looks forward to more time with Beth, his wife, and his children and grandchildren.
- During his tenure, Clements helped raise more than $1.5 billion and achieved R1 research status at Clemson University.
- On Wednesday, December 10 at 2 p.m., the Clemson Board of Trustees will meet to approve interim leadership and begin a presidential search, with Provost Bob Jones expected as interim president effective Jan. 1.
- The announcement follows James P. Clements' resignation from United Homes Group months earlier and recent controversies including firing three employees over remarks about Charlie Kirk and shutting down faculty and staff affinity groups, with U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham commenting on X.
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Clemson University President Jim Clements to retire after 12 years
Clemson University President Jim Clements is retiring after a dozen years at the helm of the Upstate college. Clements’ last day will be Dec. 31. The college’s governing board is expected to appoint Provost Bob Jones as interim president as it searches for a new leader. “Serving Clemson University has been one of the greatest privileges of my life. I am deeply grateful for the trust and friendship you have shown me and my family over the years,”…
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