A Message from the President

OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT

Greetings Claflin Family,

In light of the myriad challenges we confronted from the coronavirus pandemic, I can proudly say that Claflin University has remained strong. In fact, Claflin not only strived but also thrived. It was made possible through the tireless support of the campus community. Under this backdrop, I am delighted to welcome the Claflin Family back to the start of a new academic year!

Since the pandemic, Claflin kept its focus on ensuring the University’s sustained viability and relevance in higher education. We have been able to engage and cultivate significant relationships with some of the giants in business and industry, enhancing the University’s brand and commitment to excellence. Support from global technology leaders such as Google and Zoom has placed Claflin in an enviable position among its peers. We can look to the future with enthusiasm and optimism. It provides the prospect of greater achievements as we launch the 20212022 academic year with arrival of students on August 6, 2021.

While the rate of coronavirus infections is moving in the right direction, we must remain exceedingly cautious. To that end, we will continue to follow CDC guidelines on social distancing, face coverings, and sanitizing in the classrooms and other campus areas. We are working diligently with our Sodexo partners to ensure the campus is properly sanitized and safe for students, faculty and staff.

Taking available vaccines is a personal decision. However, I strongly encourage you to protect yourself and others by getting vaccinated before returning to campus. The Claflin Student Health Center has been authorized to administer vaccinations, which will aid our efforts to keep the University safe throughout the academic year.

Thank you for your continuous commitment to our illustrious and historic university. Although we must continue to adjust to a new normal, I look forward to students attending classes and to see smiling faces across campus. We have much to be thankful for despite the past year of anxiety and uncertainty.

Elevation and Transformation is our goal!

Peace and Blessings,

Dr. Dwaun J. Warmack President