Prior to the service, many of Watts’s friends and colleagues spoke about the leadership and integrity he displayed throughout his career and life.

Colton Horvath is from Clemmons, North Carolina, and chose to pursue a Biology degree at The Citadel. Upon graduation, he expects to accept a commission into the Air Force.

The Citadel recently welcomed friends and families of the South Carolina Corps of Cadets on campus for its annual Parents’ Day weekend.

“The Citadel is a better place, thanks to his dedicated service.”

“Stanley was always humble and represented his alma mater and community with the utmost respect and pride.”

Willam Varn is Tango Company commander from Pawleys Island, South Carolina. He is a Mechanical Engineering major that is pursuing his PE licensing. Varn is a member of the 2024 Junior Sword Arch, 2024 Summerall Guard and a recipient of Gold Stars, Dean’s list and has been awarded President’s List. 

The Citadel has joined up with the South Carolina Department of Veterans’ Affairs to become a partner of the South Carolina Veteran Coalition.

Cadet Gianna Rabassi is an Intelligence and Security Studies major with a minor in Business from Jacksonville, North Carolina. She serves as Papa Company commander and expects to accept an Air Force commission in May 2024.

The Citadel has just snipped the ceremonial blue ribbon to open the new Capers Hall, which houses the School of Humanities and Social Sciences. The previous building of the same name was demolished in 2021 to make way for the new one, which was designed by the architectural firm Woolpert.

The President’s List, awarded for academic and military excellence, is one of the most distinguished cadet awards presented by The Citadel.