Parents’ Weekend offers a chance for friends and family to visit campus and experience two of the main milestones in a cadet’s career.

Annika Ford is majoring in biology with a chemistry minor. She is from Fort Mill, South Carolina but was born in Canberra, Australia. She is a Dean’s List and Gold Stars recipient. This year, Ford serves as Palmetto Battery Company Commander.

“It is up to men and women graduating from this school, who truly care about it, to continue its lasting legacy and remember those who have come before us. The ring connects us in this special way as a class and with our distinguished alumni. It’s the best way to wrap the prestigious history of this institution into one meaningful object, ” said Blake Giles.

A look at some of the events happening on campus, including Parents’ Weekend, Leadership Day, an International Intelligence Conference and more.

The Citadel has returned to normal operations following Hurricane Ian. In-person classes will resume on Monday, Oct. 3, as planned.

Relatives and friends of the South Carolina Corps of Cadets will be welcomed to campus during The Citadel’s annual Parents’ Weekend on Friday, Oct. 7 – Sunday, Oct. 9.

A look at some of the events happening on campus, including posthumous degree presentations, 100 Years on the Ashley, Constitution Day and more

The first day of classes is especially important to three Ukrainian cadet-recruits who arrived on campus as part of the Class of 2026.

Due to supply chain issues, the Corps of Cadets will temporarily wear ACU/OCPs three days a week: Monday, Wednesday and Thursday.

The group of cadets tasked with instructing the incoming class returned to campus early in order to get the training that will make them effective leaders.