October 27, 2026

Parents' Day was established as an annual event on October 27, 1934.

The Citadel War Memorial was dedicated on October 27, 2017.

October 27, 1974: By Dawn's Early Light, an episode of the TV series, Columbo, shot on campus at The Citadel, was first aired. https://youtu.be/eb-jJCY2QQw?si=Ia00cSSj_l5NyZHa

October 26, 2026

Today we remember Author Pat Conroy, '67, on what would have been his 81st birthday.

Today, National Day of the Deployed, which honors United States military personnel deployed around the globe, we are thankful for all of our deployed alumni and the sacrifices they make to protect us!

The Citadel's first Homecoming was held on October 25, 1924, with a 6-0 win over Furman at College Park. Photo: Daniel Library

October 23, 2026