“You chose to be different”

Members of the Class of 2026 are now officially recognized as part of the South Carolina Corps of Cadets.

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Regimental Band and Pipes collaboration brings “Echoes on the Ashley” to life at The Citadel

Regimental Band Director Lt. Col. Timothy Smith knew he wanted to compose something original for the band when inspiration struck – The Citadel was getting ready to celebrate 100 Years on the Ashley.

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The Citadel to provide additional funding to eligible, incoming ROTC cadets for 2023-24

Incoming ROTC cadets may be offered two supplemental scholarships — The Citadel Service to Country Tuition Scholarship 2027 as well as the National Service Room Scholarship.

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Looking ahead to Corps Day and Recognition Day, two of the most important events for The Citadel

On Friday, March 24, freshmen – called knobs – from the Class of 2026 will begin one of the most important and highly anticipated events for a cadet. Recognition Day signals the end of the fourth-class system and the months of rules and restrictions that go with it.

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Upcoming News from The Citadel – March 2023

A look at some of the events happening on campus, including the final round of the Baker Business Bowl, Women’s History Month events, Recognition Day and more.

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The Citadel to co-host Black Alumni Collective National Leadership Symposium

The Citadel and the College of Charleston will host the Black Alumni Collective National Leadership Symposium, scheduled for March 9 – 12.

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Former bodyguard for Gen. Mark Clark visits The Citadel campus

Nearly 70 years to the day from when Bozeman met the four-star general, he visited The Citadel to tour the campus, visit Clark’s grave and pay respect to the man he so admired.

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Freshmen class engages in Leadership Training Exercise, thanks to support from the Class of 1971

On Feb. 18, freshmen, called knobs, took part in a Leadership Training Exercise, or LTE, that was sponsored by the Class of 1971.

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French exchange officers meet the Corps of Cadets

The Citadel recently hosted two second lieutenants in the French Army who came for a four-week visit through an exchange program sponsored by The Citadel Center for International and Special Programs.

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Mission Essential: Special Agent Rashid Ellis, ’04

Rashid Ellis found himself matriculating in August 2000. The Citadel was challenging, but Ellis found allies in his F-Troop roommate and Commandant’s Office staff members. He also embraced the Cadet Honor Code: “A cadet does not lie, cheat, or steal, nor tolerate those who do.”

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