The Citadel receives $250K grant for Intelligence Futures and Judgment Lab

“The Citadel is a great academic institution because of our faculty and staff, and for more than a decade, Leah has been responsible for the recruiting, training and retention of that team.”

Todd will assume the role on August 1, bringing more than two decades of leadership experience in higher‑education, strategic fundraising, and organizational growth.

From 7 – 9:30 a.m., the cadet-recruits will begin their Citadel journey at the Holliday Alumni Center.

Gen. Frank McKenzie, USMC (Ret.), ’79, officially took over as the president of The Citadel on July 1, 2026.

The Citadel honored three of its most outstanding cadets during the South Carolina Corps of Cadets Commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 9.

The Citadel Board of Visitors presented honorary degrees to recipients during the commencement celebrations for the Class of 2026.

More than 170 members of the Class of 2026 entered the United States Armed Forces as officers following a joint commissioning ceremony on Friday, May 8, in McAlister Field House.

Outstanding cadets and active duty students honored at The Citadel’s 2026 awards convocation.

“The Citadel family is deeply saddened by the passing of the great Ted Turner — a three-time cadet father, a two-time commencement speaker and honorary grad and a longtime supporter of the college.”