• 13 February. Mike Henson, son of Robert Henson ’57 - Began his career in B CO, 1st BN 75th RGR REG. Followed by 8 1/2 years in 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment-Alpha (CAG-A) Also served 9 years in 10th SFG(A) and 3D SFG(A) combined. Schools include: Ranger, Static-line Jumpmaster, Military Freefall Jumpmaster, Special Forces Qualification Course, Operators Training Course. Served on every continent except for Antarctica.
• 13 March. Sally McDevitt (daughter of Major Thomas Howie ’29 – The Major of St. Lo)
• 22 May. Mark Hood '82 was aboard the "Miracle on the Hudson", the USAir flight that was forced to ditch in the Hudson River. He has spoken at over 60 events and will be speaking to our club Apr 22!  are working to get him with the CCGW. Read about Mark's ordeal here.
• 12 June. LTC Jack Parker '87 , G-3 Training Officer CJTF 82, Afghanistan. Update from the battlefield.
• 10 July. Col Leo Mercado '79, Citadel Commandant of Cadets.

Cadet Picnic. Annual picnic in honor of returning cadets & incoming 4th classmen held each summer. Alumni attendance helps with recruiting by demonstrating our loyal Citadel network. So get your reservation in, NOW! Join us for a lot of fun and Citadel comradeship at one of the most beautiful and historic sites in the Capital Region. For questions, contact IP Barlow '72: ibarlow@wc.com

WHEN:  17 July 2010
WHERE: Anderson Park Fort Belvoir, VA.
EVENT: Hamburgers, hot dogs, soft drinks with fixins!
COST: $5 per person, $10 max per family - Cadets and their parents, incoming Freshmen, and kids 12/under FREE.

** RSVP here **

NOTE: Ft. Belvoir prohibits pets in picnic areas!

CCGW Inaugural Scholarship Golf Tournament. This is the first fund raising event for our CCGW scholarship program. Proceeds from this will help local young men and women to achieve a Citadel education. Join us for time outside in the sun (hopefully) and camaraderie. We are looking for sponsors for naming rights, holes, post play snacks, cigars, and giveaways. This is open to alumni, spouses and guests. For questions, contact Nick Finelli (NFinelli@mcsheaco.com), Bruce Bohn (bjbohn@verizon.net), or Paul Flythe (gpf522@msn.com).

WHEN:  Thursday, 12 Sep 2010, Teetimes starting 1 pm
WHERE: Reston National Golf Course, Reston, Va.
COST: $100 per golfer – includes 18 holes of scramble golf, GPS equipped cart, practice & range balls, box lunch, snacks and beverages, door prizes, and entry into longest drive & closest to the pin contest

How can you sign up?
• Register yourself and/or your team via PayPal online (preferred)
• Complete mail-in player registration and send form and check to CCGW Golf, 2312 40th Street, NW, Apt #1, Washington, DC 20007

How can you help?
• Play and help us find sponsors

Corps Day Muster. In 1997 the Board of Directors of The Citadel Alumni Association adopted a resolution calling for a worldwide event to commemorate the establishment of The Citadel and to remember alumni of the South Carolina Corps of Cadets, who have passed away during the preceding year. The "Muster" is generally conducted on the birthday of the South Carolina Corps of Cadets, annually.

WHEN: Wednesday, March 17th - 7:00 pm to 9:00pm
WHERE: Army Navy Country Club, Fort Richardson Room, 1700 Army Navy Drive, Arlington, VA 22202
SPEAKER: BG James Lariviere, USMCR, Citadel 1979, Marine Corps Base Quantico
UNIFORM: Active duty and reserve military personnel are requested to wear the uniform: Army & Air Force – Class A; Marine Corps – Dress Blue Bravo; Navy & Coast Guard – Service Blue. Civilian: business attire (coat & tie).

Cost is $25 per person for heavy hors’dourves and beverages. Make your reservation here.

Contact Charles Pearcy ’60 for further information: h (703) 549-3844o or w (202) 685-4410, pearcyc@ndu.edu

Special Events and Gatherings. Regularly scheduled sporting events and happy hours held throughout the year.