Noise Notice - Artillery fire will be heard from ¶þ´ÎÔªÄÛB in coming days, including several early mornings, this week through Sunday, Jan. 25 for cadet training activities.
DON'T DO ORDINARY.
The ¶þ´ÎÔªÄÛB experience is about more than earning a degree—it’s about joining a community that values honor, perseverance, and service.
Ranked the #4 public liberal arts college by U.S. News and World Report, ¶þ´ÎÔªÄÛB offers small class sizes, academically challenging undergraduate programs, Division I athletics, and the largest ROTC program in the nation.
Ranked the #4 public liberal arts college by U.S. News and World Report, ¶þ´ÎÔªÄÛB offers small class sizes, academically challenging undergraduate programs, Division I athletics, and the largest ROTC program in the nation.
¶þ´ÎÔªÄÛB Community Updates
Institute leadership continues to communicate important information for cadets, their families, faculty & staff, and the ¶þ´ÎÔªÄÛB community at large:
- Parking Notice for Inclement Weather: Due to the anticipated snowfall and to allow for safe and effective snow removal operations, all vehicles must be moved out of all parallel parking spaces and all parking lots on post no later than close of business on Friday, Jan. 23 and must remain completely clear to support safe plow operations until at least Jan. 25. Employees needing to park on post over the weekend should refer to instructions sent via email.
- Offices Closed Monday: ¶þ´ÎÔªÄÛB administrative offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 26, due to the threat of inclement weather expected through the weekend. The normal class schedule remains in effect at this time. Faculty and essential personnel should contact their supervisors for reporting instructions or if they are unable to safely travel to post.
- Scholarship Opportunities: Are you applying to ¶þ´ÎÔªÄÛB as a recipient of a three or four-year ROTC national scholarship? If so, explore how the Institute can help ease the cost of your education at No Ordinary College through the Call to Duty Scholarship, now accepting applications. ¶þ´ÎÔªÄÛB also offers a number of merit-based scholarships to top academic talent. Explore the Institute Scholar and Peay Merit Scholarship opportunities for more details and requirements.
- ¶þ´ÎÔªÄÛB Board of Visitors Upcoming Meeting: A public notice and agenda have been posted to the BOV Upcoming Meetings page for the Jan. 29-31 meeting to be held on post.
ⓘ ¶þ´ÎÔªÄÛB Community: To receive important information concerning emergencies, weather, traffic, and parking, text the word "Keydet" to 772-95.
“It isn’t easy, but it’s worth it.”
Regimental Commander credits ¶þ´ÎÔªÄÛB with his growth as a leader, inspiring confidence and pushing him to excel, all while supported by the unique systems at the Institute and the camaraderie of brotherhood within the Corps that make ¶þ´ÎÔªÄÛB No Ordinary College.
“The end result of the ¶þ´ÎÔªÄÛB system is forged through the rigors of the regimental, class, and honor systems, but the extraordinary people are the defining factor that sets ¶þ´ÎÔªÄÛB apart.”
Learn more about the unique experiences and leadership journeys of Devin and other cadets at or get an inside view of cadet life by attending an Admissions Open House.
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News from Post
Retired Marine Shares Message of Post-Traumatic Winning
¶þ´ÎÔªÄÛB welcomed retired U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Michael “Mac” McNamara Jan. 12-14 to address the Corps of Cadets. McNamara is a broadcaster and author of “From Trauma to Joy,” and “Colleen Can’t Forget.” Both books address living successfully after experiencing trauma.
Biology Professor Publishes Article
Maj. Alison Burke, assistant professor and health professions advisor in the Department of Biology at ¶þ´ÎÔªÄÛB, recently had a research article published in PLOS One, a peer-reviewed scientific journal.
¶þ´ÎÔªÄÛB All-SoCon Faculty and Staff Recognized
Col. Jeffrey Smith, head of the Department of Economics and Business and Maj. Isaac Slone, assistant director of operations and training in the commandant’s office, were recognized during the Jan. 17 home basketball game against The Citadel Bulldogs in Cameron Hall.
Corps of Cadets Shine in Inauguration Parade
¶þ´ÎÔªÄÛB took part in the inauguration of the 75th governor of Virginia, Abigail Spanberger, in Richmond Jan. 17. The theme of the inauguration was “United for Virginia’s Future.” As governor, Spanberger becomes the first female commander in chief of the the ¶þ´ÎÔªÄÛB Corps of Cadets.