Mitch_L

To be honest, I don't know much about the program. I believe that a friend looked into it, so I will try to ask him about RISE.

dancingbear

Hey Mitch, I'm about 95% sure I'm transferring to Clemson this fall, as a sophomore (female). For housing, they recommend transfers to put the apartments as their first options because they are more likely to get their choice.

What would you say about this? I was thinking about putting Lightsey Bridge II, then either Lightsey Bridge I, Calhoun Courts, or Township (is that the name?) Do a lot of sophomores live here, or is the Clemson House the main sophomore dorm?

Any information on the sophomore housing is appreciated! Thanks!

Mitch_L

Most sophomores that stay on campus live in Stadium, McCabe, Calhoun Courts, Clemson House, and Lightsey 1 &2. Those are all for upper-classmen only (well for the most part). If you want to try and meet people that live near you McCabe, Stadium, and Clemson house are your best bet because you are on a hall, like a traditional dorm. Other than that choose where you would want to be. McCabe and Stadium (which are dorms) are in campus, while Clemson House and Calhoun are more of a walk. Lightsey is the furthest from campus.

pkmlb

Hi I am the daughter on my moms screen name now. She convinced me to ask you about what you think about the Eureka Program... I am really freaking out because it would be a good opportunity but I can't decide if I should do it or not. I am from Minnesota and that would basically take up my whole summer. I guess I am just asking you: from what you have heard about the eureka program how benificial did the participants think it was? Would I be really passing up a HUGE opportunity? I guess I am looking for an unbiased oppinion because my parents think I should do it but my friends think I am crazy to go and give up my summer to do research...

Mitch_L

If you think the program is interesting, do it. From what I have heard, the people who participated absolutely loved the experience, and the members grew quite close. Giving up your summer is a tough decision (I am giving up mine to intern in Raleigh), but if it is something that you will enjoy and will aid you in the future than it may be worth it. Eureka is a great opportunity; however, only you can decide if it's worth your summer.

SCMom62

Mitch you are doing such a great job on this board. Just logged on and read all the posts. I am a native Midwesterner that moved to SC. No kids at Clemson but many friends kids go there. I can tell you the Upstate of SC is known for their engineering jobs, BMW, Fluor Daniel, and Michelin are big companies here. The ICAR (International Center for Automotive Research) is opening up in Greenville and Clemson is a big part of that. Clemson is the top public state school in SC. SC residents are thrilled to get into the school. Furman and Wofford are also excellent schools but private, although USC has the #1 International Business school in the country.

Anyway, as far was weather from a northern perspective - my first winter here we did not wear a coat at all, not once. Now, I am cold when the temp gets to 40 degrees. We get one snow a year if that and it is less than 1 inch.
More sunshine than anything - I wonder if that is why Princeton Review just listed Clemson students at the #1 Happiest Campus!! SC does not have any pro teams so the college teams here are like superstars. People that never went to Clemson but live around here support their sports programs. It really is a great school and a great atmosphere to learn in.

17soccer

I really enjoyed Clemson while I visited this past year but I had some questions. Are the people on campus really preppy? That's what people tell me and I don't think i could handle that. I don't mind some preppy people but is it overwhelming? Also do you know if engineer majors graduate in four years or if they have to go for one or two more semesters?

Mitch_L

As far as dress, there is a large mix on campus. To me, preppy stands out more than other styles (causal), so I wouldn't say that it is dominant. Some fraternities and sororities encourage their members to dress up (pledges wearing coats and bow-ties, sperrys, etc), however not all do. Clothing wise, preppy is popular, but wearing something else isn't uncommon. Tee shirts are the most common. For attitudes, I don't find many people to signify the typical preppy person. Everyone at Clemson is pretty down to earth.

You can graduate in four years with an engineering major, but it usually doesn't include a minor. A friend of mine is picking up an economics minor with his civil engineering degree and is set to make it our in four years. It can be done, but I wouldn't say that you are going to have a lot of time for re-taking classes or exploring other majors.

17soccer

thanks!
and i was also wondering what there is to do on weekends instead of partying (I'm not much of a partier and i don't drink). do people actually go to greenville or other cities?

crashin13t

I was just wondering if you had any friends that were majoring in history? How is the program there?

Mitch_L

There is a lot to do here on the weekends other than party. There is usually something going on through the school (sports, comedian, concert, etc) or you can venture outside of Clemson. Greenville, which has a very nice downtown area, is 30 min away and camping/outdoor areas are close to campus. I have a lot of friends who don't drink and they don't feel left out on campus. Are you a going to be a freshman this year, or are you just researching colleges?

I don't know anyone personally who is majoring in history (I think it is a smaller major- a good thing in my opinion). I did have a TA who was getting his masters in history, and he was a great guy. I can ask around when I get back on campus to get some more information on the program.

17soccer

I'm going to be a senior in high school next year. I visited clemson last year and really liked it but was afraid since it's not in a city there wasn't much to do but party. but i guess there's every kind of person at college.