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At The Citadel, the Military College of South Carolina, we prepare principled leaders to be successful in whatever endeavor they choose. #OurMightyCitadel

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@Citadel1842
The Citadel
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In 1999, @NancyMace made history as the first woman to graduate from The Citadel. She'll make history yet again in January, when she is sworn is as the first Republican woman—and only the second woman ever—to represent South Carolina in Congress.
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The Citadel
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Members of the Corps of Cadets have gathered in McAlister Field House for this afternoon's Greater Issues address from @VP @Mike_Pence . Watch a live stream of the Vice President's address at 4:20 p.m. here:
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The Citadel is not, and never will be, the type of institution that yields to fear and uncertainty. To the South Carolina Corps of Cadets: we are truly proud of your commitment and your grit. #OurMightyCitadel
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Mr. Dwight is well loved by the cadets in 2nd BTN—he's known for his friendly disposition, warm smile and his love for the @dallascowboys . Cadets from Echo and Hotel surprised Mr. Dwight today with an all-expenses paid trip to Dallas to see the Cowboys play. #OurMightyCitadel
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The Summerall Guards took The Citadel to Mardi Gras. Way to represent in the Big Easy! Thank you to The Citadel Family Association parents who fed the cadets while they were in New Orleans.
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Dogs on top! Today The Citadel clenched a 27-24 win on the road against Georgia Tech in overtime. #firethosecannons #ourmightycitadel
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The Citadel stands with those who stand for democracy — “Freedom will always triumph over tyranny.” #Ukraine @DeptofDefense @StateDept @NATO @NATOpress
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The Citadel
5 years
During tonight's game, @CitadelFootball quarterback Brandon Rainey will wear #82 to honor his high school teammate and current @VandyFootball tight end Turner Cockrell, who is battling stage 4 melanoma.
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The Citadel
7 years
Who else is proud of our cadets?! #Inauguration
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The Citadel
5 years
Cadet Col. Sarah Zorn has passed the regimental commander's sword to Cadet Sgt. Maj. Richard Snyder, marking the end of her historic year as the first woman to lead the Corps. She'll now be known as 2nd Lt. Zorn as she begins a new chapter serving our country in the @USArmy .
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James Rigney, ‘74, better known by his pen name Robert Jordan, will be memorialized at The Citadel with an endowed professorship and scholarship in his name to The Citadel School of Engineering.
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#1 Public College in the South. #1 city in the United States. That's it. That's the tweet.
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Cadet Tereis Drayton, @CitadelFootball #53 , was in for a big surprise during today's Homecoming game. His dad, @USArmy Staff Sergeant Demond Drayton, is home from deployment. Welcome home, sir. #OurMightyCitadel
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Capt Ian Johnston Alpha Co. '09 | USMC Presidential Aide #Inauguration #inaug2017
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Congratulations on your inauguration, sir! #OurMightyCitadel
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6 years
Carl Smalls has been painting the paws on Hagood Avenue for 31 years. He's retiring next week, and today, he painted his last paw—a brand new one.
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2 years
Class of 2022... DISMISSED!
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The Citadel
6 years
On #MemorialDay , we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. Duty done, they rest, so we may live free.
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Thank you for visiting campus to address the Corps, @VP !
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The Citadel
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As the world watched in anticipation, @AFSpecOpsCmd Maj. Charles Hodges, Class of 2000, relied on the strength of a multi-national team and his extensive training to successfully rescue the 12 boys and their coach.
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The Citadel
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Robin Hood
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Robin Hood is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. We are not affiliated with any for-profit businesses that use a similar name.
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ATTENTION TO ORDERS: The fourth-class system is no longer in effect. Congratulations, 2023.
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6 years
Class of 2018—DISMISSED!
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The Citadel
3 years
This afternoon the members of the Class of 2024 were promoted, marking the official end of the cadre training period and their reception into the South Carolina Corps of Cadets. Congratulations, cadets!
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Citadel alum @AstroKomrade takes amazing photos as part of his daily job. His #OneWorldManyViews series places photos from Earth's vantage point alongside the photos he takes from the ISS, highlighting how beautiful and three dimensional the world is. ▶️
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4 years
Today, we've reached a major milestone in the life of our institution—ten straight years of earning the distinction of #1 Public College in the South. @NikkiHaley , @henrymcmaster , @Molly_Spearman , @JohnTecklenburg and many others are celebrating with us!
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The Citadel
4 years
You made it.
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5 years
Congratulations, 2020—you wear the ring. #OurMightyCitadel
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The Citadel
5 years
May your day be merry and bright! We wish all of our Citadel family a very #MerryChristmas ⁠ ⁠ and happy holiday season—especially those serving our country around the world.
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Welcome to The Citadel, 2023.
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The Citadel
4 years
What is The Citadel? #Jeopardy
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The Citadel
6 years
For the 8th year in a row, we've been named the #1 public college in the South on the @USNews #BestColleges rankings. Here's the deal—you can't beat best. ▶️
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5 years
Riding into Alabama like #BeatBAMA
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The Citadel
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Class of 2019, you are dismissed! Now go out there and make us proud.
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The Citadel
3 years
We are sending our prayers and our love to 2nd Lieutenant Samuel Poulin, '21, his new wife and his family.
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The Citadel
5 years
737 cadet recruits reported to campus this morning. 2023—let's see what you've got.
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The Citadel
5 years
For the 9th year in a row, we've been named the #1 public college in the South on the @usnews #BestColleges rankings.
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The Citadel
4 years
Every year, members of The Citadel Republican Society place over 3,000 American flags along the Avenue of Remembrance to pay tribute to the victims of the 9/11 attacks. We will #NeverForget their lives or the lives of those who died protecting our freedom.
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The Citadel
4 years
BEAT WEST POINT
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The Citadel
5 years
DOGS 👏 ON 👏 TOP 👏
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The Citadel
1 year
Class of 2023… Dismissed!
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The Citadel
6 years
Cadet Sarah Zorn will make history as the first woman to lead the South Carolina Corps of Cadets as regimental commander, the highest-ranking cadet officer ▶️
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The Citadel
3 years
DOGS WIN!
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The Citadel
6 years
This afternoon, Cadet Sarah Zorn became the Regimental Commander of the South Carolina Corps of Cadets, and Lt. Gen. John W. Rosa joined the Class of 2018 for his final march across Summerall Field as The Citadel's 19th president. #ForwardMarch
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The Citadel
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Gen. Glenn M. Walters, @USMC , will become the 20th president of The Citadel. “It is an honor and a thrill to be asked to lead one of America’s great institutions of higher education,” said Walters. "I feel like I’m coming home.” ▶️
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The Citadel
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Class of 2024, this is where your journey down the road less traveled begins. We're rooting for you. Read more:
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The Citadel
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Class of 2024...dismissed!
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The Citadel
4 years
For the 10th consecutive year, The Citadel maintains the distinction of being ranked the #1 Top Public School in the South offering up to a master’s degree by U.S. News & World Report.
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The Citadel
6 years
Welcome to The Citadel, 2022—let's see what you've got. #OurMightyCitadel
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The Citadel
5 years
Nearly 200 cadets from the Class of 2019 have taken their oath of office and are now officers representing every branch of the United States Armed Forces. Following their graduation tomorrow, they will begin a new chapter of life in service to our country.
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The Citadel
6 years
ATTENTION TO ORDERS: Meet Cadet Floyd, Class of 2038.
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The Citadel
5 years
On the banks of the Ashley, under palmetto moons. 🌙
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The Citadel
4 years
Following a review of the conduct, The Citadel has determined that the individual does not meet our requirements for readiness to embrace and live our core values of Honor, Duty and Respect. The Citadel has rescinded the individual’s admission. (2/2)
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The Citadel
4 years
Wish you were here. 💙
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The Citadel
6 years
Y'all ready to #FireThoseCannons ?
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1 year
On Corps Day 2023, The Citadel is proud to celebrate 180 years of Honor, Duty and Respect.
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The Citadel
6 years
With heavy hearts, The Citadel family mourns the loss of Sergeant 1st. Class Christopher Celiz. We will never forget the sacrifice this fallen warrior made in service to our nation, and we offer our condolences to his family, friends and teammates.
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3 years
Duty done, they rest, so we may live free. #MemorialDay
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The Citadel
4 years
We are aware of a racist comment that was posted today, allegedly by someone tied to The Citadel. We do not tolerate racism of any kind. The disgraceful racist comments depicted in the post are unacceptable and inconsistent with our core values of Honor, Duty and Respect. (1/2)
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The Citadel
5 years
RT if you’re rooting for the Bulldogs #CITvsBAMA #BeatBAMA
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The Citadel
4 years
Members of the Class of 2024 started reporting to campus this morning at 0700. About 700 cadet-recruits will report to campus by the end of the day. #OurMightyCitadel
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The Class of 2026 matriculated today. More pictures to come throughout the week.
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The Citadel
3 years
Not a bad way to start the weekend. Congratulations, 2024.
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4 years
2021––today, you will wear the ring.
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The Citadel
7 years
The Citadel Regimental Band & Pipes, as well as the Summerall Guards were selected to march in the Presidential Inauguration Parade Jan. 20!
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The Citadel
3 years
What is...The Citadel? In case you missed it, we were a clue on @Jeopardy tonight! If you’re looking for a values-based education set in a military environment with a reputation of producing principled leaders, we’ve got you covered. Learn more at
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2 years
What it looks like to take the road less traveled.
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7 years
For the 7th year in a row, @usnews ranked us the #1 Public College in the South offering up to a master's degree ▶
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The Citadel
2 years
The commencement of the Class of 2002 marked a milestone for The Citadel. The first African American women cadets graduated that year, seven in all. Today, 20 years later, those seven graduates reunited on campus.
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The Citadel
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Welcome to the Long Gray Line, Class of 2024!
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The Citadel
5 years
Some views never get old. 😎
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This weekend, over 500 members of the South Carolina Corps of Cadets will join the Long Gray Line and progress to their next chapter in life. About 34% of those graduating will move on to careers as commissioned military officers.
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The Citadel
6 years
Twelve in a row ✊ #MakeItADozen #BeatVMI
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6 years
#1 city in the country is #Charleston ? Yea, @TravelLeisure , we know.
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It’s always a good day to be a Bulldog fan. #CITvsBAMA
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4 years
Happy Independence Day 🇺🇸
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We’ll see you bright and early, 2024.
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Citadel cadets continued the years-long tradition of participating in Charleston’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day parade. After, they honored Dr. King’s legacy of service and leadership by volunteering at sites in the community—a core tenant of developing principled leaders.
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Welcome back, cadets! Our team has been hard at work to set conditions for cadets to return to campus in an environment that is safe, healthy and effective. This morning, we're welcoming the athletic cadre back to campus as we kickoff the next phase of Operation Fall Return.
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This afternoon, Gov. Henry McMaster visited The Citadel to present Capt. Eugene “Geno” Paluso, ’89 and Lt. Col. Pam Barton, with South Carolina’s highest civilian honor – The Order of the Palmetto.
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6 years
The ultimate #FridayFeeling
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2 years
See you bright and early tomorrow, Class of 2026!
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2 years
Class of 2023, you have earned The Band of Gold.
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6 years
The end of an era 💙
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6 years
Welcome home General Walters.
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7 years
The Band of Gold symbolizes our values of honor, duty, and respect—the values alumni take with them as they lead and serve around the world.
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The Citadel
4 years
Vice President @Mike_Pence ’s motorcade just pulled into campus. Soon he’ll deliver a Greater Issues address to the Corps of Cadets. Watch live here:
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3 years
Go out there and make us proud, ‘21.
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The Citadel
4 years
This weekend we were supposed to gather to celebrate the 178th anniversary of the South Carolina Corps of Cadets. This is a Corps Day unlike any we've ever celebrated before. We will get through this test and come back together stronger than ever. #OurMightyCitadel
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The Citadel
5 years
Happy #InternationalDogDay from Boo and G2 💙
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3 months
Nearly 25 years to the day after becoming the first female cadet to graduate from The Citadel, Rep. Nancy Mace, '99, will serve as the commencement speaker for the 2024 Corps of Cadets commencement ceremony on May 4. Read more here:
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The Citadel
5 years
With the highest average starting salary of any other college in the state, The Citadel has been ranked the #1 Best Value College in South Carolina.
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The Citadel
5 years
With heavy hearts, The Citadel family mourns the passing of Marine 1st Lt. Conor McDowell, '17, who was killed during a tragic training accident last week. 1st Lt. McDowell will be remembered as a leader and a patriot who embraced the privilege of serving our great nation. (1/2)
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The Citadel
6 years
We’ll see you Monday, Sir!
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U.S. Marines
6 years
Today, the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Glenn M. Walters retired from the Marine Corps after 39 years of service. Ooh-Rah, Sir!
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