One of the considerable benefits of The Citadel experience, affirmed regularly by cadets, is the strategic development of time management skills.

The first African American cadet graduated from The Citadel in 1970. One year later, the school hired its first black barber to groom cadets of color.

“The Fourth-Class System is no longer in effect.” On Friday, March 13, those words echoed off the walls of all five battalions on The Citadel’s campus.

February’s final parade featured the presentation of two distinguished awards, meant to recognize two cadets’ service to the Corps, The Citadel and more.

The 628th Security Forces Squadron teamed up with Citadel Air Force and Army ROTC cadets for a joint training exercise.

It’s the first collaboration between the school and the North Charleston-based company, and is part of The Citadel’s effort to expand its fine arts program.

Photo: Lt. Col. James Near Jr. with son in the Australian Outback, near Ayers Rock. (Provided by the Near family.) Lt. Col. James “Jim” Byron Near Jr., USAF (Ret.), a

The Citadel Class of 2023 learned about teamwork, stamina and resiliency during their February LRC.

In recognition of his civic service, Crook was selected as a 2020 Newman Civic Fellow, after being nominated by The Citadel President, Gen. Glenn M. Walters

This year, the child psychologist and researcher is celebrating 30 years as a professor at The Citadel. But her impact spans far beyond the classroom.