Citadel President to retire, culminating a 50-year career in public service
Homecoming 2025 unites generations of Citadel alumni
An interview with Cadet Col. David Ropp, this year’s Regimental Commander
Three cadets recognized for selfless and lifesaving actions
The Citadel “opts-in” to NCAA House Settlement
Flags for heroes: Veterans Day display celebrates service members and supports The Citadel’s veteran community

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Citadel President to retire, culminating a 50-year career in public service

Gen. Glenn Walters, USMC (Ret.), ’79, announced today that the spring semester will be his last at The Citadel as he prepares to retire at the end of June 2026.

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The Citadel to award posthumous degrees to two former cadets, both who were killed in action

Degrees to be presented to Lt. Col. George McMillan, ’38, and Army Ranger Sgt. 1st Class Christopher Celiz, ’08

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Most distinguished cadets named to fall 2020 President’s List

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

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Commentary: This is what The Citadel learned during a tumultuous 2020

It seems long ago that we began to fully understand the impact that COVID-19 would have on the world and, closer to home, our college.

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Matriculation update: Top 9 takeaways from Class of 2024 Virtual Town Hall

The Citadel President Gen. Walters, Provost Dr. Selden, and Commandant of Cadets Capt. Paluso, led a virtual town hall meeting to discuss Matriculation Day.

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Gen Walters greets a Marine undergoing predeployment training at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, Calif., May 18, 2017. (photo courtesy of Cpl Hailey D. Clay, USMC)

Leaving his mark on the Corps: General Glenn M. Walters Led Efforts to Develop and Retain Marines

A Cobra pilot who later was instrumental in establishing the MV-22 program, Gen Walters’ career has taken him far beyond the cockpit and has been marked by numerous challenges and successes.

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Gen. Walters first days as Citadel president to include Parents’ Weekend events

A Presidential Change of Command Ceremony will occur during a military review parade scheduled for 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 13th.

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Sumter Citadel alumni share praise for new college president

Citadel alumni from Sumter spoke well of Walters and look forward to his leadership at the college.

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Lt. Gen. John W. Rosa President Emeritus of The Citadel

As he departs for retirement, Rosa honored as President Emeritus of The Citadel

After leading The Citadel as president for 12 years, Lt. Gen. John W. Rosa, USAF (Ret.) departs June 30 with the honored title of President Emeritus.

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Governor presents Order of the Palmetto award to Citadel President

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster presented the president of The Citadel with the state’s highest civilian honor Saturday.

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