The Citadel will return to normal operations on Monday, Jan. 27.

On Friday, Jan. 3, the United States honored Capt. Hugh Reavis Nelson Jr., Citadel Class of 1959, with the nation’s highest military decoration — the Medal of Honor — for his extraordinary heroism during the Vietnam War.

The newest vice chair of the Board of Visitors, Col. Triz Smith, M.D., began his term on Oct. 17 after being elected during a June 7 meeting.

The Citadel unveiled a bust of Maj. Gen. John Grinalds, its 18th president, which will greet those who enter the front doors of Capers Hall.

After thirteen years at The Citadel, the last six years as Director of Athletics, Mike Capaccio announced his retirement as athletics director today. Capaccio has spent more than 40 years

This year The Citadel secured the prestigious position of Best Regional University in the South for the first time.

The Citadel is welcoming one of its newest hires, Andrea Gross, Ed.D., who will serve as the college’s associate provost for enrollment management.

The South Carolina Supreme Court will hear oral arguments at The Citadel on Tuesday, Sept. 10, and Wednesday, Sept. 11.

The Citadel will return to normal operations tomorrow – Thursday, Aug. 8. Campus offices and facilities will reopen as well with regularly scheduled hours.

The Citadel Provost and Dean of the College Sally Selden, Ph.D., SPHR, recently announced the selection of Leonard Annetta, Ph.D., for the position.