CLEMSON, S.C. —

Clemson University's Board of Trustees has selected Provost Bob Jones as interim president after President James P. Clements announced his retirement .

Clements will conclude his tenure and retire from the presidency on Dec. 31.

Officials said Jones will fill the role as interim president starting Jan. 1. Jones is not affiliated with Bob Jones University. This was approved in a unanimous vote by the board on Wednesday afternoon.

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"With more than a decade of experience as provost, Bob’s leadership and deep knowledge of Clemson will provide stability during this period," Chair Kim Wilkerson said.

Jones is a two-time Clemson graduate with more than a decade of leadership service as provost at the university. His full bio can be read here .

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