Nearly 600 members of the South Carolina Corps of Cadets accepted diplomas during The Citadel’s virtual commencement ceremony. In addition to graduating, about 30% of the class accepted commissions as U.S. military officers in all branches of service.

The Citadel Class of 2020 was celebrated for their achievements during two virtual commencement ceremonies. By the numbers, the ceremony included:

• 590 cadets from 33 states
• Approximately 210 cadets are earning commissions in all branches of U.S. Armed Forces to become new officers. These ceremonies were also virtual, managed by each ROTC branch.
• 26 veteran students
• 4 active duty students

Area graduates include:

Sierra Morris of Spring City – Business Administration, BSBA

Cameron Cobb of Lenior City – Mechanical Engineering, BSME