Alexis Edwards, a member of the South Carolina Corps of Cadets, has earned the opportunity to be an intern with the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) program.

What are the major causes and consequences of intolerance and hateful speech? What price does society pay for lacking a full and balanced understanding of the nation’s history? Why does diversity and inclusion make societies stronger?

Hearing a story vibrantly told by the person who wrote it is one way the Zucker Family School of Education hopes to make an impact on young readers.

The oldest member of The Citadel Class of 1954, Carmine Pecorelli, is The Citadel Alumni Association’s 2017 Alumnus of the Year. Pecorelli was presented with the award on Oct. 28 during the college’s homecoming weekend.

Chief Petty Officer Oliver Fuller Berry, a member of The Citadel Class of 1928, dedicated his life to serving others. Now, the Coast Guard cutter named in his honor will continue Berry’s legacy of service.

In an attempt to address one of American democracy’s biggest problems – low and unequal participation that leads to low levels of engagement beyond college – the Southern Conference launched “SoCon Votes,” the first NCAA Division 1 conference championship for voter participation.

Members of The Citadel Class of 1967 along with other college leaders and dignitaries, will dedicate The Citadel War Memorial at a ceremony at 2 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 27.

On Tuesday, Oct. 10, Citadel archivist Tessa Updike gave faculty, staff, students and the public a presentation and an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at diaries and letters of Citadel notables at A Night in the Archives.

During the 2017-18 academic year, The Citadel is commemorating 175 years of educating principled leaders. Leading the South Carolina Corps of Cadets during this milestone year is Regimental Commander Dillon Graham.

Principled leaders of The Citadel joined 21st century leaders of the Military Magnet Academy on a day devoted to service learning and civic engagement—Leadership Day.