C. Clyde Jones has held many roles on campus and in the Manhattan community, most notably as the first dean of the College of Business Administration. He is pictured here talking to students during his time as vice president for university development. Jones will turn 100 in December. Below: The college celebrated his milestone in June. Photo courtesy of Morse Department of Special Collections.
Photos courtesy of Zoe Abner, K-State Communications and Marketing
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As a professor of business management, Jones set out to show students the real world using practical examples. Just like he did as dean. “It’s easy to recall him as a business professor as he taught the best practices with real world applications,” said Brad Sidener ’80, K-State Alumni Association senior vice president and COO. “When I returned to campus 20 years ago, it was no surprise to see him still active in the community.” Jones retired from his role as a professor in 1986, though he never stopped his involvement with K-State. In the ’90s, Coach Bill Snyder asked him to coordinate a career development program. He currently works as the development officer for Shepherd’s Crossing, which helps address the financial needs of community members through the
work of area churches. “C. Clyde Jones’ contribution to Shepherd’s Crossing cannot be overstated,” said Beth Klug, executive director of the organization. “He was one of our founders more than 20 years ago and has been a guiding light for our organization. “We are considered one of the top charities in Manhattan due to his efforts. At 99 years old, he continues to produce our newsletter, champions our fundraising efforts and plays an active role on our executive committee and board. The word that comes to mind is blessed. We are blessed to have him.” Though he’s held many roles in the community, Jones said he will always be teaching a teacher at heart. “I’ll be 100 years old in December, and I would love to go back to full-time teaching,” he said.
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