February 2025 Notes from the Provost
Dear Faculty and Staff,
The spring semester got off to an auspicious beginning, especially with the January snow, and when winter comes to Charleston, The Citadel celebrates in style. From the cadet snowman in front of Law Barracks to the igloos built around campus and from snowball fights to the surfboard sled runs down Indian Hill, the campus was a veritable winter wonderland. Despite the snow-covered landscape, classes took place online, faculty and staff worked from home, and essential employees ensured the campus continued to operate safely. I am always impressed by the resilience of our campus family.
As we venture into February, new initiatives are underway. I’m excited to announce that Stephanie Fye, who serves as director of advising, has organized the college’s first advising summit. The event, which is scheduled to take place from 12 to 4 p.m. on February 28 in Bastin Hall atrium, will delve into best practices in advising. As you know, “advising tomorrow’s principled leaders” is the theme of our Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges accreditation quality enhancement plan, and your participation in this event is important.
February is also Black History Month. In celebration, African American graduates from the Classes of 1975 and 2005 were recognized at Friday’s dress parade along with the 16 African American cadet alumni who are no longer with us. You can read about this event and others online.
There is much going on in our tight-knit academic community. Thank you for all you do to enhance the reputation of The Citadel. Your dedication continues to strengthen our institution.
Until next time,
Brigadier General Sally Selden, Ph.D., SPHR
Provost and Dean of the College
