He currently directs the Center for Macromolecular Science and Engineering and has served in many leadership positions at Clemson. He holds a BS in chemistry from Clemson and Ph.D. in organic and polymer chemistry from the University of Florida. He and his two brothers, Ben and Earle, established and endowed the Hattie B. Wagener Memorial Award in memory of their mother, a long-time secretary in the electrical engineering department. The award recognizes excellence among the college's administrative staff. Earnest is published by the College of Engineering and Science at Clemson University for the alumni and friends of the College.
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