Strom Thurmond Institute

The Strom Thurmond Institute is a research organization based at Clemson University in South Carolina. Founded in 1991, it focuses on public policy, government, and social issues, and honors the legacy of Strom Thurmond, a long-serving U.S. senator from South Carolina. The institute conducts research, hosts events, and promotes educational initiatives to support informed policymaking and civic engagement. It aims to provide resources and foster discussions that address important challenges facing society, contributing to the understanding of political and economic issues within the region and beyond.