Jairad Hydrick
Director & Assistant Dean of Students
About Us
The Office of Advocacy and Success (OAS) is an Office of the Dean of Students in the Division of Student Affairs at Clemson University. The OAS staff work full-time with all OAS programs and services, including the CARE Network, Off-Campus Student Services, Notification of Absence (NOA) system, and the Medical Amnesty Policy (MAP) program. Any person concerned about the academic or personal success or well-being of a current Clemson student is encouraged to submit the CARE Network Referral Form to connect the student with our office. Additionally, there designated staff members in the Dean of Students Office, Fraternity and Sorority Life, and Residential Living that also work specifically with the CARE Network to respond to referrals for students of concern and provide direct student-facing support.
In the event of an emergency or need for immediate assistance, call 911 or contact the Clemson University Police Department at 864-656-2222.
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Who we are:
The Office of Advocacy & Success is under the Division of Student Affairs at Clemson University. The purpose of this office is to serve all current Clemson students as a trusted place for care, advocacy, and referrals to campus and community partners.
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What we do:
The Office of Advocacy and Success at Clemson University works to inspire an individual sense of belonging, student success, and retention. We partner with students, their families, campus and community partners, faculty, and staff to empower our students to achieve academic and personal success and to build resilience.
Office Information
Contact Information
202 Hendrix Student Center
720 McMillan Road, Clemson, SC 29634-4021
Telephone: 864-656-0935
Fax: 864-656-7241
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
*Our office is closed on all Clemson University holidays
Office of Advocacy and Success Staff
Leah Stone, Ed.D.
Associate Director
Steven Groves
Assistant Director, Outreach & Education
Sherry McMurray
Administrative Coordinator
Julie Townley
CARE Case Manager
CARE Network Staff
Bat'sé Smart
CARE Network Case Manager
Gary Wiser, Ed.D.
CARE Network Case Manager
Lauren Parker
CARE Network Case Manager
Trish Robinson
CARE Network Case Manager
