Clemson Architectural Foundation-CAF

03/06/2026

We are proud to celebrate the generosity of Thom Penney and Gretchen Penney in support of global engagement opportunities for students at Clemson University.

Thom is a valued trustee and past president of the Clemson Architectural Foundation, and we are grateful for the lasting impact he and Gretchen continue to make for Clemson students.🐅

After experiencing a life-threatening medical emergency while traveling overseas, Clemson alumni Gretchen and Thom Penney turned a moment of crisis into an act of generosity. Their experience inspired them to establish a new fund at Clemson University that supports global engagement opportunities for students.

The fund will help Clemson students pursue international experiences that broaden perspectives, strengthen leadership skills and create meaningful connections across cultures.
Through their gift, the Penneys hope more students will gain the life-changing experiences that come from learning and engaging around the world. 🌍

See the or Instagram bios to read the full article “Beauty, Tragedy, Generosity: Penneys establish fund for global engagement after overseas medical crisis.”

01/21/2026

Charleston-area Alumni + Friends are invited to join the CAF for a gathering at Synchronicity Land + Design next Thursday, January 29!

09/17/2025

Clemson students in architecture and design will soon experience transformative opportunities thanks to Brad and Lyle Smith, whose latest investment in

05/30/2025

You're Invited!⁣
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The Clemson University School of Architecture, AIA-SC and the Clemson Architectural Foundation invites you to join for an alumni and friends’ reception in Boston, MA during the AIA National Conference.⁣
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Reception:⁣
Friday, June 6, 2024⁣
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.⁣
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Omni Boston at the Seaport⁣
450 Summer Street⁣
Boston, MA 02210⁣
Room: Surrealism⁣
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We hope to CU in Boston!⁣
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Let us know if you will be able to stop by.⁣
RSVP to [email protected]⁣
Clemson University College of Architecture, Art and Construction AIA South Carolina The American Institute of Architects Clemson Alumni Association Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture

10/09/2024

Architecture, landscape architecture, historic preservation and urban design firms and alumni, don’t miss your chance to make a difference in the lives of Clemson students! We have limited spots available on Thursday, February 20th. Be part of this exciting three-day event—reserve your spot before it's gone!

While we appreciate networking opportunities, this event is for firms who are actively hiring.

2025 School of Architecture Career Expo (February 18th – 20th)
Clemson University Madren Center Ballroom

Registration Fee is $250.
Deadline to register October 15th, 2024.

If interested, please register here: https://secure.touchnet.net/C20569_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=5435&SINGLESTORE=true
Clemson University College of Architecture, Art and Construction

10/01/2024

The Clemson University School of Architecture, Landscape Architecture programs and the Clemson Architectural Foundation invite you to join them for an alumni and friends reception in Washington, D.C. during the ASLA 2024 Conference.

Reception:
Sunday, October 6, 2024
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

The Crown & Crow
1317 14th St NW
Washington, DC 20005

We hope to CU in DC!

Let us know if you will be able to stop by.
RSVP to [email protected]

08/15/2024

https://iamatiger.clemson.edu/giving/giving-to-clemson?id=3d38831b-edb6-4170-b5b8-77eff5d23533
CU SoA Alumni + Friends: Over the next week, students will fill the halls and studio spaces of Lee Hall and our Fluid Campus locations in Charleston, Barcelona and Genoa. The Clemson Architectural Foundation will receive funding applications from student organizations and faculty looking to enhance the educational opportunities offered to our students. Your annual gift to the CAF makes a difference. Please consider a contribution to the CAF today. No amount is too small to make a difference.

02/26/2024

PALAZZO DELLA CIVILTÀ ITALIANA // SQUARE COLOSSEUM

Looking back at one of our favorite stops in

02/25/2024

MOUNT BLANC

Each weekend, students have the opportunity to travel wherever they’d like. For the last weekend before independent travel, Harrison went for a snowy mountain getaway. This is what he’d had to say about it:

“Mont Blanc is da mountain
Courmayeur is da town”
Images by Harrison Stewart

02/23/2024

✨ STUDENT SPOTLIGHT - MELISSA SANTJER ✨

Hi, my name is Melissa Santjer. I am a graduate student in my second year of the MArch1 program. I grew up on a horse farm in Chesapeake, Virginia. After high school, I moved to Harrisonburg, VA, with my horse, Remi, to complete my undergraduate at James Madison University. Trail riding and hiking are two of my favorite pastimes. After graduation, I knew I wanted to continue my education and become a licensed architect. Remi and I packed our bags to start our next adventure at Clemson University. Once at Clemson University, my boyfriend and I adopted our newest hiking buddy Binx. Though my little family couldn’t join me on my adventures in Genoa, I have loved my time here, making new friends and exploring Europe’s Architecture, culture, and nature.

My favorite part is being able to take off to explore somewhere new each weekend whether it’s taking a walk in Genoa, a day trip to a new city, or a over nighter in a new country. So far i’ve visited Portofino, Malta, Florence, Naples, Pompeii, Rome, Vatican City, Milan, Turin, Varenna, Menaggio, Bellagio, Lenno, and Como!