Zach Watson

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The Citadel Museum honors alumnus killed on D-Day

3 weeks ago | today.citadel.edu | Zach Watson

It’s estimated that more than 2,500 American troops were killed on D-Day, June 6, 1944. Among them were multiple Citadel graduates, including 1st Lt. Robert Brice, Class of 1942. While Brice is laid to rest in the Normandy American Cemetery, in France, some of his personal effects have finally found their way to his alma mater. They spent a couple of decades in the American Military Museum, which recently closed its Charleston-based location.
Capt. Hugh Reavis Nelson, '59, becomes first Citadel graduate to receive Medal of Honor

Jan 3, 2025 | today.citadel.edu | Zach Watson

Photo: Debbie McKnight, Capt Hugh Nelson’s daughter, accepting the Medal of Honor on his behalfOn Friday, Jan. 3, the United States honored Capt. Hugh Reavis Nelson Jr., Citadel Class of 1959, with the nation’s highest military decoration — the Medal of Honor — for his extraordinary heroism during the Vietnam War. Nelson, who accepted a commission into the Army just before graduating from The Citadel, was killed in combat on June 5, 1966, while protecting the lives of his fellow soldiers.
For the first time, The Citadel is named overall #1 Regional University in the South by U.S. News & World Report - The Citadel Today

Sep 24, 2024 | today.citadel.edu | Zach Watson

For the 14th year in a row, The Citadel has been named Best Public University in the South by U.S. News & World Report – additionally, this year The Citadel secured the prestigious position of Best Regional University in the South for the first time, surpassing more than 100 other public and private institutions in the region’s 12 states.
How To Listen To Capital Anthems

Sep 12, 2024 | capitalfm.com | Zach Watson

Here are all the ways you can listen to Capital Anthems. How To Listen To Capital Anthems on Global PlayerDownload and install our free Global Player app, swipe to Capital Anthems and get listening on the go! Whether you want to access free live radio, podcasts, expertly-curated playlists or just catch up on your favourite shows - it's all in one place, wherever you are. Global Player is the official home of all your favourite Capital stations.
The Citadel Board of Visitors approves tuition rates for 2024-25 academic year

Jul 16, 2024 | today.citadel.edu | Zach Watson

During a June meeting, The Citadel Board of Visitors voted not to raise in-state cadet tuition for the upcoming academic year. At the same meeting, the BOV also voted to slightly increase tuition for out-of-state cadets. Last year, in November, the BOV voted for a 4.25% tuition increase for both in-state and out-of-state cadets but later determined that increase to be unnecessary.
Russell Triplett introduced as The Citadel Baseball head coach

Jun 19, 2024 | today.citadel.edu | Zach Watson

After conducting a nationwide search throughout the offseason, The Citadel announced Russell Triplett as the Bulldogs’ new baseball head coach Wednesday afternoon. A former standout at Clemson University, Triplett has served as the head coach at Newberry College for the last 14 seasons, amassing an overall record of 418-278-1. “The opportunity to take the helm of a program with as much history, tradition and pure grit as The Citadel is a dream come true,” Triplett said.
Mastering T&E Fundamentals: Empowering Growth-Minded Companies

May 4, 2024 | concur.com | Zach Watson

May 29, 202410am PT | 1pm ET Take the pain out of growth with this case study. Growing a venture capital backed small or midsize business is full of challenges. Aligning your company’s T&E policy with the latest business needs can be complex. From aggressive spend reduction targets and increased travel costs to a sharper focus on taxable employee benefits and more. We’re here to help simplify that.
Rep. Nancy Mace, ’99, to deliver commencement address at The Citadel 25 years after her own graduation

Feb 6, 2024 | today.citadel.edu | Zach Watson

Nearly 25 years to the day after becoming the first female cadet to graduate from The Citadel, South Carolina Congresswoman Nancy Mace will serve as the commencement speaker for the 2024 Corps of Cadets commencement ceremony. The ceremony will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024. Later that day, the commencement ceremony for The Citadel Graduate College will take place at 3:30 p.m. Both events will be held in McAlister Field House and will also be livestreamed.
Where to Inject Dermal Fillers for African American Patients?

Jan 22, 2024 | healthworkscollective.com | Zach Watson |Ryan Kh

As of 2020, African Americans constitute a staggering 11% of the ethnic population seeking cosmetic procedures in the United States. The field of plastic surgery is constantly changing, especially when it comes to meeting the needs of patients from different ethnic backgrounds. One of the biggest markets for cosmetic procedures is dermal fillers. By 2031, the market size for dermal fillers is projected to be .
Transformational gift to The Citadel will establish new Krause School of Leadership and Ethics

Nov 16, 2023 | today.citadel.edu | Zach Watson

A new gift from Mr. and Mrs. L. William Krause, ’63, will significantly enhance the couple’s long-standing legacy of promoting the education of principled leaders at The Citadel. Gay and Bill Krause have recently committed to giving an additional $5 million to establish and name the Krause School of Leadership and Ethics.