On April 1, 2005, a production crew for the Dave Matthews Band visited The Citadel to film scenes for the music video of their 2005 single "American Baby." The video can be found at youtu.be/wU8SbHTVavA.

March 31, 2025

The Citadel's Colonel Robert R. McCormick Beach Club, which was destroyed by Hurricane Hugo on September 22, 1989, was rebuilt and reopened on March 31, 1995.

🎉 Class of 2025 Parents, Family, and Friends! 🎉 There’s still time to secure a Life Membership for your cadet at the discounted rate of $400, but don’t wait too long—this special offer is only available until Commencement Day! 📢 Since the March 15th deadline has passed: 🔹 We cannot guarantee that membership items will arrive in time to be picked up with your cadet's classmates. 🔹 Your cadet will not be announced as a Life Member during Commencement. 💙 A Life Membership in The Citadel Alumni Association is a meaningful and lasting Graduation gift! To take advantage of this offer, visit: 🔗 citadelalumni.org/product-category/membership/ and select New Life Membership (Current Student) – $400. 🚀 Class of 2026 parents – you can also lock in this $400 rate now through your cadet’s Commencement Day in 2026! Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate your cadet’s achievement with a lifelong connection to The Citadel Alumni Association! 🎓💙

🎉 Class of 2025 Parents, Family, and Friends! 🎉 There’s still time to secure a Life Membership for your cadet at the discounted rate of $400, but don’t wait too long—this special offer is only available until Commencement Day! 📢 Since the March 15th deadline has passed: 🔹 We cannot guarantee that membership items will arrive in time to be picked up with their classmates. 🔹 Your cadet will not be announced as a Life Member during Commencement. 💙 A Life Membership in The Citadel Alumni Association is a meaningful and lasting Graduation gift! To take advantage of this offer, visit: 🔗 citadelalumni.org/product-category/membership/ and select New Life Membership (Current Student) – $400. 🚀 Class of 2026 parents – you can also lock in this $400 rate now through your cadet’s Commencement Day in 2026! Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate your cadet’s achievement with a lifelong connection to The Citadel Alumni Association! 🎓💙

Today is National Vietnam War Veterans Day. Please join us in thanking and remembering our Vietnam Vets.

March 28, 2025

LtCol John W. Powell, Jr., USMCR, Ret., ’77, assumed command of the Washington Light Infantry (WLI) of Charleston on March 25. As former Director of Admissions for The Citadel, Powell brings a deep connection to the institution that WLI has historically supported. Founded in 1807 and named in honor of George Washington, the WLI is one of the nation’s oldest militia units. Formed in anticipation of a second war with Britain, it was one of several volunteer corps in Charleston and the only one that exists today. The WLI played a crucial role in The Citadel’s early history, guarding the original campus at Marion Square until 1843, when it turned over the facilities to the first Corps of Cadets. The unit was also instrumental in the college’s reopening after the Civil War. Now, under Powell’s leadership, the WLI continues its proud legacy of service, preserving its historic ties to both Charleston and The Citadel.

March 27, 2025