It’s been 50 years since Charles Foster made history as the first African American graduate of The Citadel, and his legacy is continues to show.

Social studies teacher and Citadel Graduate College alumna Leslie Sullivan was surprised at Palmetto Scholars Academy with a $25,000 Milken Educator Award.

In this video, some of Foster’s classmates reflect on the man behind the “first” 50 years after Charles Foster’s graduation.

Citadel School of Engineering alumnus promoted to major general with family and Citadel classmates at ceremony.

Citadel Graduate College alumnus, USMC veteran and fire chief named for second Beaufort, SC, leadership role.

Major Robert Woods a 1988 graduate of The Citadel, named Dept. of Public Safety director for SC.

As The Citadel’s first Construction Engineering majors prepare to graduate, an alumnus and senior cadet team up to guide future engineers.

A gift from Bob Mock, Citadel Class of 1958, will be used to establish an entrepreneurship lab at the college’s Baker School of Business.

Feb. 14, on Summerall Field, the South Carolina Corps of Cadets will march in honor of Charles Foster, The Citadel’s first African American cadet graduate.

Larry Ferguson, Class of 1973, will be presented the Harvey Gantt Triumph Award. He is one of the first African American cadets to attend The Citadel.