Clemson Honors Student Ambassadors
Looking for a Student Perspective on Clemson Honors?
Clemson Honors Student Ambassadors are Honors student volunteers who are official ambassadors for the Honors College and who are passionate about Honors at Clemson University.
Ambassadors meet with prospective students and their families to provide a student perspective on their various Honors experiences.
They are a diverse group of students, representing each of Clemson's academic colleges listed below, and they are involved in all aspects of campus life. They are developing communication, teamwork, and leadership skills as they interact with prospective students and their families.
You can read more about each ambassador within their major's college.
Name: Alexandra Harding
Hometown: Central
Major: Microbiology: Biomedicine and Anthropology
Class: May 2026
Email: ahardi4@clemson.edu
Introduction: Hi! My name is Alexandra Harding, and I am from Central, SC (neighboring town of Clemson!). I’m majoring in Microbiology: Biomedicine and Anthropology. I really like spending time outside, and you can find me hiking, paddle boarding, swimming, biking, and running whenever I have free time! I am planning to attend medical school after my time at Clemson. I am so, so excited to pursue a career as a doctor in order to care for my community.
Ask me about...: Outdoor activities near the Clemson area and Clemson history!
Why I chose Clemson and the Honors College: I chose Clemson because of its incredible research opportunities and amazing science faculty and programs. Growing up in the Clemson area, I saw firsthand how the students love this community and all the ways that the Clemson family gives back to its neighbors. I love being close to all the wonderful nature that surrounds Clemson like the Blue Ridge Mountains and Lakes Hartwell, Keowee, and Jocassee. I wanted to be involved in the Honors College to be submerged in a community of driven, innovative students, and I have not been disappointed!
My involvement in Clemson University: Outside of the Honors College, I have been heavily involved with other Clemson organizations. I currently serve as deputy secretary of the Sexuality and Gender Engagement committee of student government, where I am responsible for engaging and connecting with LGBTQIA+ organizations and students on campus. I previously served as a Senator on the Inclusion and Equity committee, where I represented the College of Science and advocated for student voices across campus. I am also a member of the College of Science Student Advisory Board, where I advance student-focused initiatives and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the college and wider university.
If I could travel anywhere: Vic, Iceland. I have always wanted to hike and experience glaciers in another part of the world!
My favorite Clemson class: Clinical Applications and Medical Practice was my favorite class because I got to shadow physicians in the area for a semester and attend weekly presentations given by medical professionals about their careers and experiences. I learned a lot about myself and my career goals, which was invaluable.
Three interesting facts about me: 1. I've competed in six triathlons! 2. I used to compete in sailboat races with my Dad. 3. I lived in Italy for almost a year!
