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: Claire Leopold
Hometown: Alexandria
Major: Finance and Accounting
Class: May 2026
Email: vleopol@clemson.edu
Introduction: Hello! I am Claire Leopold. I am a junior from Alexandria, Virginia which is just about five minutes outside of Washington D.C.. I am majoring in Finance and Accounting and minoring in Political Science. In my free time I love running, cooking, and hanging out with friends. I hope in the future I graduate, adopt a pet, and move to a big city.
Ask me about...: Oconee County Humane Society! I love volunteering there. There are so many adorable cats and dogs waiting to be adopted.
My advice for prospective students: Go where you feel most at home.
My advice for current students: Make relationships with your professors! They can help with so much whether it be internships or class work.
Why I chose Clemson and the Honors College: When I visited Clemson, I immediately felt at home here. Specifically, I chose the Honors College because it has allowed me to dive deeper into my education and have smaller classes while still attending a big school.
My favorite thing about the Honors College: My favorite thing about the Honors College is the study rooms. The study rooms are always available and are a great, quiet place to focus.
My involvement in the Honors College: I love being involved in the seminar Honors courses offered and of course the Honors Ambassadors program!
My involvement in Clemson University: I am involved in Greek Life as a Director of Academic Excellence for Delta Delta Delta. I also am a part of the Leadership Signature Program and have a job at the Gunnin Architecture Library.
If I could travel anywhere: I would travel to Portugal because of the interesting culture and beautiful cities.
Three things I cannot live without: I can't live without coffee, my earbuds, and the beach.
My favorite Clemson class: My favorite class I have taken at Clemson was Global Feminism because it challenged me to think critically for group discussions about the role women play throughout the Middle East.
Favorite place on campus: You can find me on the second floor of the library, or in Core Starbucks.
My future goals: In general, as long as I am happy, that is good for me. Other than that though I would love to work in New York City running the financial division of a company.
What are your plans after graduation?: After graduation, I am hoping to have a job lined up and move to New York City to start that job.
How has the Honors College made a difference in your life?: The honors college has elevated my education by allowing me to think more critically and have smaller class discussions about topics I am interested in.
