Auburn University vs Clemson University

Auburn University was established in 1856 as the East Alabama Male College, 20 years after the city of Auburn's founding. In 1872, under the Morrill Act, the school became the first land-grant college in the South and was renamed the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Alabama. In 1899 the name again was changed, to the Alabama Polytechnic Institute. Finally, in 1960 the name of the school was changed to Auburn University, a title more in keeping with its location, and expressing the varied academic programs and larger curriculum of a major university.

Clemson's 1,400-acre campus is in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The campus now borders Lake Hartwell.

Whether students live in a residence hall, join a student organization or connect with friends on the Campus Green, the first-class facilities and high-impact programs provide students with the strong foundation they need to reach their goals.Which includes:

• CAMPUS DINING:
  • ?An essential component of campus life, Campus Dining offers 30 distinctive dining locations, each with a variety of options. Sustainability and fresh fare are emphasized, and many of the foods served are grown on campus in the Community Garden. Student and faculty/staff meal plans are available for use at each venue.
• CAMPUS RECREATION:
  • Campus Recreation provides fitness, wellness, sports and recreation opportunities for Auburn students, faculty and staff. With a diverse array of programming that includes club and intramural sports, group fitness, personal training and Olympic/powerlifting, Campus Recreation has something for every interest and fitness level.
• FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE:
  • Auburn students are poised for success upon arriving on campus through First Year Experience’s orientation, transition and retention programs geared toward incoming freshman and transfer students. By emphasizing intellectual and social development, First Year Experience programs ensure that students begin their Auburn journey ready to achieve their academic and personal goals.
• UNIVERSITY HOUSING:
  • Living on campus is a core part of the Auburn student experience. University Housing cultivates and supports living environments that are rooted in tradition, and we are committed to providing residence halls that are safe, welcoming and inclusive. Residents benefit from purpose-built facilities and intentional opportunities for growth.

A walk across Clemson’s campus transports visitors from rolling hills to Death Valley and farther still to Lake Hartwell. The sound of the carillon greets those within earshot of Tillman Hall, and often, the sight of an orange and purple sunset signals the end of a day spent in Clemson. Clemson has six campus media organizations. Clemson offers 31 club sports. With 27 residence halls and on-campus apartments, Clemson students can choose the style, location and amenities for their home at Clemson. Clemson Dining provides fuel for students to pursue their goals every day. With 26 on-campus dining options, there’s always a seat at the table for students on campus. Clemson University’s highest priority is making sure that students feel welcome and safe while they are on campus. Clemson students have access to a variety of resources to help recover from illness, maintain their health and reach their mental and physical health goals. From Counseling and Psychological Services to Redfern Health Center, a variety of certified health professionals are available to support the well-being of every student. Group fitness classes, personal training, intramural sports teams, club sports, outdoor recreation and over 250,000 square feet of state-of-the-art facilities give Clemson students the option of exploring the Blue Ridge Mountains or exercising on campus.

• Kay Ivey, Alabama Governor
• Jim Voss, Former NASA Astronaunt
• Rowdy Gaines, Three-time Olympic Gold Medalist
• Tim Cook, Apple CEO
• Charles Barkley, Former Basketball Star/Media Personality
• Bo Jackson, Two-Sport Athlete
• Jimmy Wales, Co-Founder of Wikipedia
• Harold Melton,Georgia Supreme Court Justice.

Major Rudolf Anderson Jr. Class of 1948, was the only person killed by enemy fire during the Cuban Missile Crisis.
David Beasley, South Carolina governor (1995–1999).
Kris Benson, professional baseball player
Jay Berger (born 1966), professional tennis player.
Tajh Boyd (born 1990), Clemson football player.