Clemson bestows Highest Honor

Clemson University is recognizing a trustee and a retired professor with its highest public honor. The Media Relations Department at Clemson University reports that Ellison Smyth McKissick III of Greenville and Jerome Reel Jr. of Clemson are new recipients of the Clemson Medallion, which recognizes individuals who have given long and sustained commitment and significant service to Clemson University. “These two gentlemen each have devoted decades of their lives to Clemson and its faculty, staff and students,” said President James P. Clements. “Clemson would not be the university it is today without their hard work and leadership. It is a great honor to recognize them for their dedication, exceptional example and continuing impact.”