Board Member Spotlight
Dean Norton ’77
Clemson ’77 degree in Plant Science. Clemson was my wife’s first choice, but decided it was to far from home and went to VA Tech and also majored in horticulture.
So many memories, the campus, mountains, waterfalls, the lake, school spirit, game day in Tiger Band, but probably the most vivid memory was my first free fall parachuting from the Clemson Airport as the sun was setting. I can honestly say that from 3,200 feet there is indeed something special in those hills.
I am honored to be on the Universities Historic Properties Committee, I love having Clemson alumni at Mount Vernon during forest cleanup days and it has been a real pleasure and great fun to host several committees and groups associated with the University for evening tours of the estate.
Work keeps me busy. Fifty-four years at Mount Vernon and my wife will not let me retire. That’s okay really for I love my job! There is always work around the house and something relating to our four daughters. I do so love going out in my boat and fishing.
I did serve as PTA president for 12 years, four years at each level, elementary, middle and high School. Have received awards for conservation and preservation from the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Garden Club of America and most recently was appointed to serve on the preservation Committee for the White House.
I am so proud of my Clemson education and experience that as a board member I want that love, spirit and awe for Clemson to shine through all that I do. I want to make the club and the university proud.
Treat everyone as an equal and with great respect. Don’t create road blocks. Be supportive and a team player. Look for the joy in all that you do.
Half of my wardrobe attire is orange or has a Tiger Paw on it.
Upcoming Events
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Wreaths Out
January 11, 2025
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8:00 am
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11:00 am
By January, the holiday spirit has lessened and the weather is colder. The 250,000+ holiday wreaths that were placed at Arlington National Cemetery in December are ready to be removed. Coordinated by Wreaths Across America, this is an often overlooked volunteer opportunity. Join the Clemson Club to help retrieve/remove wreaths as we honor veterans, their service and their final resting place.
This volunteer opportunity is open to everyone and many hands are needed to help!
Mom's Care Package Party - VA
Mom's Care Package Party - VA
January 30, 2025
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6:30 pm
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8:30 pm
Hosted by Angie Paolozzi P’24 & Helen Bath P’23 at Angie’s home in Vienna, Virginia.
We would love to have you join us for a very casual evening of Clemson camaraderie! We’ll enjoy hors d’oeuvres and beverages, meet some great local Clemson moms, and assemble care packages for our Clemson students in time for a Valentine’s Day surprise.
Here’s how it works: Once we have a confirmed guest count, each person is asked to bring one item to contribute to the care packages. For example, if we have 15 people joining, then you would bring 15 of one item (Rice Krispies treats, lip balm, ramen noodles, fuzzy socks … you get the idea!) and at the end of the night, you’ll walk away with a box full of goodies that you can mail to your Clemson student(s).
Sounds like fun,right?!
Mom's Care Package Party - MD
Mom's Care Package Party - MD
January 30, 2025
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6:30 pm
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8:30 pm
Hosted by Jenny Sprungle P’25, P’28 at in Severna Park, Maryland.
We would love to have you join us for a very casual evening of Clemson camaraderie! We’ll enjoy hors d’oeuvres and beverages, meet some great local Clemson moms, and assemble care packages for our Clemson students in time for a mid-term surprise.
Here’s how it works: Once we have a confirmed guest count, each person is asked to bring one item to contribute to the care packages. For example, if we have 15 people joining, then you would bring 15 of one item (Rice Krispies treats, lip balm, ramen noodles, fuzzy socks … you get the idea!) and at the end of the night, you’ll walk away with a box full of goodies that you can mail to your Clemson student(s).
Sounds like fun,right?!
Football Thursday Lunch - February
Football Thursday Lunch - February
February 6, 2025
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12:00 pm
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1:00 pm
Gather with fellow Tigers to break down this year’s Football season on Thursday, February 6, 12:00pm – 1:00pm at at Allen Martin’s office, 499 South Capitol Street, SW, Suite 600, Washington DC. Registration is $10 for Club members; $25 for non-members. Come prepared to discuss some Clemson Football with special guest Graham Neff. Graham Neff will join via Zoom. Lunch will be provided.
