Discover the dynamic collaboration between the Roofing Alliance and Clemson University’s Nieri Family Department of Construction Science and Management. Together, we’re reshaping the future of the roofing industry through innovative education and strategic initiatives.
Empowering tomorrow’s leaders
We are dedicated to educating and empowering both
college students and young professionals in the roofing sector. Through our partnership with
Clemson University, we have created three specialized roofing courses available at the
university level that total nine credit hours. Since the program's inception, more than 100
students, graduate and undergraduate, have enrolled in these courses. The initiative has seen
robust industry engagement with more than 50 Roofing Alliance member companies
contributing as guest lecturers and more than 90 companies volunteering to donate roofing
materials.
Expanding horizons
Our impact extends beyond Clemson University, and these courses are
now available at other leading institutions including Arizona State University, Tempe, Ariz.;
Bradley University, Peoria, Ill; Drexel University, Philadelphia, Pa.; Colorado State University,
Fort Collins, Colo.; California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, Calif.; Kirkwood
College, Cedar Rapids, Iowa; and Santa Fe College, Gainesville, Fla.
Additionally, a comprehensive roofing-specific manual has been developed to accompany these courses and is now accessible to all construction management programs accredited by the American Council for Construction Education, further expanding the program's reach and impact on the future of the roofing industry.
This roofing education isn’t just for students—our Clemson University collaboration extends to industry professionals as well. The Roofing Alliance-Clemson University Certificate Program is specifically designed to enhance workforce skills within your company. By offering cutting-edge training tailored to professionals in the field, this program helps you retain top talent and improve operational efficiency while maintaining high-quality standards. Explore how these programs can support your company’s growth and success.
Learn more about our professional certificate program here.
Get in touch
For further information about the Clemson partnership, please contact Roofing
Alliance Executive Director Alison LaValley at alavalley@nrca.net or Dr. Dhaval Gajjar at dgajjar@clemson.edu.
