September at The Citadel ushered in milestones and a changing season. Here’s a look back at the month in photos.

When Gen. Frank McKenzie, USMC (Ret.), ’79, graduated from The Citadel nearly 47 years ago, he left campus a changed man. On Friday, Sept. 25, McKenzie stepped onto the stage

August at The Citadel was all about beginnings. The class of 2030 reported to campus, a new college president took the helm and a new school year began.

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.”

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

Each year, The Citadel Graduate College celebrates student and faculty excellence in areas of academics, leadership and service during the annual CGC Awards Ceremony.

April at The Citadel flew by while the Corps of Cadets kept a steady rhythm of discipline, discovery and community.

Each year, The Citadel recognizes one team and one employee for their outstanding efforts and performance that goes above and beyond. For the 2025-26 academic year, The Citadel recognized the

March at The Citadel passed in a blur, marked by momentum, tradition and anticipation.