March 19, 2025

The Citadel's Army ROTC Palmetto Battalion recognized 37 cadets during an oath ceremony in front of cadet peers, Citadel alumni and fans at a recent athletic event. The ceremony honored 18 MSI, 16 MSII and 6 MSIII cadets committing to military service. COL James M. Collins, USA, '97, Army Professor of Military Science, administered the oath, emphasizing the significance of their commitment and reinforcing the battalion’s dedication to the development of future Army leaders.

LTC Timothy A. Terese, USA, Ret., ’97, celebrated his 50th birthday on Groundhog Day in Punxsutawney, Pa. Terese is the recruiting and operations officer for The Citadel’s Palmetto Battalion Army ROTC program. He attended the ROO Workshop in San Antonio, including a visit to the Texas Military Institute, supported several JROTC events and visited high schools in the Charleston area, and supported the battalion’s Branch Day, which introduced cadets to potential Army career paths.

March 17, 2025

🎉 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! 🎓💙

On March 16, 1973, The Citadel Armory was renamed McAlister Field House in honor of COL David S. McAlister, USA, Ret., The Citadel Class of 1924. McAlister served The Citadel for 48 years in a variety of capacities. He was an outstanding track and baseball athlete, served as faculty representative to the Southern Conference and was the executive secretary-treasurer of the league.

🚨 LAST CHANCE! 🚨 📢 Class of 2025 Parents, Family & Friends! 📢 ⏳ TODAY is the FINAL DAY to lock in a Life Membership for your cadet at the discounted $400 rate! Ensure they receive their membership items alongside their classmates and are recognized as a Life Member during Commencement! 🎓✨ 🔹 Membership must be paid in full by TODAY! 🔹 Don’t miss out on this exclusive opportunity! 🎁 A Life Membership in The Citadel Alumni Association makes the perfect Graduation Gift! ✅ Purchase now: citadelalumni.org/product-category/membership (Select New Life Membership (Current Student) option 🔹 Class of 2025 Parents: You can also secure this special $400 rate until Commencement Day 2025! ⏳ Act now—time is running out!🎓🔥

📣 Time is Running Out for Class of 2025 Parents, Family, and Friends! ⏳ Final Chance! Don't let this limited-time opportunity slip away! Secure a $700 Life Membership in The Citadel Alumni Association for your cadet for only $400—before it’s too late! 🔥 Act Now! Visit https://citadelalumni.org/…/life-membership-current…/ to lock in this exclusive discounted rate before it’s gone! Choose the Paid in Full option. (Plaque engraving is your cadet's name.) 🛑 Deadline: TOMORROW! March 15th – Payments must be made in full by March 15th for your cadet to be recognized as a Life Member at Commencement and receive their membership items with their classmates in April. Cadets will be notified in April when they may pick up their membership items on campus. 🎖️ Don’t Miss Out! See all the exclusive benefits of Life Membership here: citadelalumni.org/join ⏳ Did we mention time is running out?

March 14, 2025: Friday morning from the Swain Boating Center