Meet the Team

Bio

Margaret earned her B.A. in philosophy and B.S. in psychology from Guilford College and her M.Ed. in school psychology from UNC Chapel Hill. She began her career working in North Carolina for a commission that bridged the UNC system with the governor's office to develop educational outcomes for K-12, and she worked for the Autism Research Center in Chapel Hill. Margaret joined SAS in August 2015. Her role as director involves leading a team of dedicated staff members who work to ensure that all students have access to Clemson University spaces, curricula and resources. 

Q&A

• If you could give any piece of advice to your college self, what would it be? 
  “Slow down and enjoy the journey —  everything works out in the end.” 
• What is your favorite quote? 
  "There's a crack in everything — that's how the light gets in."– Leonard Cohen

Bio

Gabe earned his B.S. in Parks and Recreation Administration from Illinois State University and his M.S. in Higher Education Administration from Northern Illinois University. He began his career in Residential Life and Violence Prevention Initiatives before transitioning into supporting individuals with disabilities through vocational rehabilitation services, assisting with career development and independent living skills. Over the years, Gabe has worked as a state vocational rehabilitation counselor and eventually found himself back in Higher Education working as an academic program specialist in student accessibility services, focusing on policy development, compliance, and student support initiatives. Gabe joined Clemson University in November 2024 as the Associate Director of Student Accessibility Services. In this role, he facilitates accessibility through Universal Design, reasonable accommodations, and creative solutions while promoting a social justice foundation for equitable access. He also oversees the facilitation of support services in the Director's absence, assists with training and oversight of SAS Access Coordinators, and represents the office at key university events.

Q&A

• If you could give any piece of advice to your college self, what would it be? 
  Never let anyone tell you that you CAN'T. When they say you can't do it—go out and do it TWICE, capture the moment, and show the world that you absolutely CAN!
• What is your favorite quote? 
  "Watch your thoughts; They become words. Watch your words; they become actions. Watch your actions; They become habits. Watch your habits; They become character. Watch your character; It becomes your destiny." – Lao Tzu

Bio

Chani earned her B.S. in polymer and fiber chemistry from Clemson University and her M.S. in management from Wake Forest University. She started her career as an office manager at her family’s trucking company. Chani has been with SAS since September 2014. Her role as testing center and data manager involves scheduling accommodated exams, maintaining student records, coordinating the equipment loan program and reviewing parking and transportation accommodations requests. She also serves as the primary administrator for data management software and oversees document retention.

Q&A

• If you could give any piece of advice to your college self, what would it be? 
  “Speak up. You have lots to say.” 
• What is your favorite quote 
  "A woman is free if she lives by her own standards and creates her own destiny, if she prizes her individuality and puts no boundaries on her hopes for tomorrow." – Mary McLeod Bethune

Bio

Nancy earned her degree in American Sign Language/Spoken English Interpreting with a minor in Technical Theatre from Maryville College. She began her career as an interpreter at the University of Georgia and spent a decade working for the South Carolina Department of Mental Health. Nancy has been with SAS since January 2012. Her role as communication services coordinator involves coordinating interpreting and captioning services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students in curricular and co-curricular activities.

Q&A

• If you could give any piece of advice to your college self, what would it be? 
  “Study a second spoken language!!!” 
• What is your favorite quote 
  "Give me a place to stand and a lever, and I will move the world."– Archemides

Bio

Hannah earned her B.A. in Deaf Theatre with a concentration in Psychology and her M.A. in Drama Therapy from Kansas State University. Hannah has been with SAS since December 2024. She looks forward to meeting with students and assisting them in getting the accommodations they need, as well as identifying barriers to access on campus.

Q&A

• If you could give any piece of advice to your college self, what would it be? 
  “Do everything, take chances, and be yourself.”
• What is your favorite quote 
  No matter what happens in life, be good to people. Being good to people is a wonderful legacy to leave behind. – Taylor Swift

Bio

Rachel earned her B.S. in therapeutic recreation from Grand Valley State University and her M.S. in vocational rehabilitation counseling from University of Wisconsin-Stout. Rachel began her career as an evening program staff assisting individuals with developmental disabilities with their independent living skill goals as well as in accessing their community for leisure/recreation/socialization. Over the years, Rachel has also worked in a long-term acute care hospital, spinal cord injury inpatient rehabilitation, residential, and state vocational rehabilitation settings. Rachel started with SAS in December 2024. Her role as an access coordinator involves collaborating with students, parents, professors, and staff to determine appropriate accommodations for students with disabilities and disability-related circumstances. She is also available to assist with scheduling/planning SAS participation in on and off- and off-campus events to provide information about the SAS office and can assist SAS staff and students to plan awareness events and programming as needed.

Q&A

• If you could give any piece of advice to your college self, what would it be? 
  Say yes to the things that make you uncomfortable (out-of-state internships, volunteer opportunities, extra-curricular groups, going to on-campus events even if your friend group isn’t interested). They will give you the opportunities to travel, grow personally and professionally. You cannot imagine where you’ll end up."
• What is your favorite quote 
  “You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.” – Wayne Gretsky