Clemson University. Office of the President.

Constantine William Curris assumed the presidency of Clemson University during May 1995 and was formally invested as the thirteenth president on September 8, 1995. He served until July 1999. Arriving at Clemson in 1995 during the implementation of the restructuring of the University, he oversaw the completion of this process. During his presidency budget shortfalls and athletic controversies served to be challenges. The campus witnessed several major construction projects including the Madren Center / Martin Inn golf course complex. He participated in the successful searches for several senior level administrators and worked to stabilize enrollment. President Curris announced his resignation on April 29, 1999 in order to become the third president of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities.