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Radford University ResourcesUseful News ArticlesRadford University's "News to Use" consumer packets are provided free to the media as part of RU's mission to support community education. Packets are produced three times a year, each with several articles connected by a theme such as safety, retirement, or baby boomer issues. If you wish to be included on this mailing list, call Ann Hillenbrand, (540) 831-5324 or e-mail: ahillenb@radford.edu To download editions of the consumer packets, visit www.radford.edu/NewsPub/newspack/index.html Selu ConservancyLocated six miles south of RU's main campus, Selu Conservancy offers conference and meeting facilities and an unlimited menu of catered meals. The conservancy comprises approximately 70 acres in pasture and 310 acres in deciduous forest with roughly one mile of frontage on Little River. Beautiful views and trails provide an environment for learning, recreation and contemplation. The Farm at SeluA 1930's farm and replica farmhouse are nearing completion at Selu Conservancy. A part of the area’s heritage and culture will live for generations to come. To learn more about this project, visit http://www.radford.edu/~Econf-serv/Selu.htm. The Barn and Observatory at SeluSchool, youth and community groups can conduct biological, ecological and astronomical research projects at The Barn, RU's research center and observatory. Prior arrangements with appropriate faculty and staff must be made. The Barn's first floor is a science laboratory for biology and ecology studies. The second floor contains meeting rooms and classrooms to discuss research findings or to take a break from research while enjoying a catered meal. Cleverly disguised as a silo next to The Barn, the Selu Observatory provides a spectacular view of the sky for school, youth and community groups interested in astronomy. Reservations are required for use of these facilities. For reservations at the Selu Conservancy and The Barn and Observatory contact conservancy director Jeff Armistead, Radford University, P.O. Box 6925, Radford, Virginia 24141, (540) 831-7018 or e-mail jarmiste@radford.edu, CollegesCollege of Arts and Sciences Today’s graduates go into rapidly changing and highly competitive work environments. The College of Arts and Sciences helps hone the skills they will need to succeed by engaging students in experiential learning, independent investigation and critical thinking. The majority of general education courses students will need are taken under the umbrella of this college. The College of Arts and Sciences offers degrees that make a difference both personally and professionally. College of Business and EconomicsRadford University's College of Business and Economics provides a broad-based, student-focused, quality education in business and economics, preparing students for leadership roles in both private and public sectors of the economy, mentoring them to be responsible global citizens and teaching them the value of ethical standards. We encourage students to advance their education and promote faculty research and publication in order to contribute to better teaching and the advancement of knowledge. The college supports the university's mission of outreach to organizations in the community, region and state through a variety of assistance and services. College of Education and Human DevelopmentThrough innovative and highly regarded programs, Radford University's College of Education and Human Development prepares students for professions focused on helping others and improving the quality of life for individuals, communities, the state and the nation. Our commitment to excellence in teaching and learning, the outstanding professional contributions of our faculty, staff and alumni, and our ongoing emphasis on outreach and service are unsurpassed. College of Graduate and Extended EducationThe College of Graduate and Extended Education offers a diversity of programs, including art, business administration, communication science and disorders, corporate and professional communication, counseling and human development, criminal justice, education, educational leadership, English, music, nursing, psychology, reading and school psychology. The college is focused on providing programs that are challenging, academically strong, accredited and flexible. Graduate students can earn a master’s or educational specialist degree by putting theory into practice—developing competency, skills and confidence through hands-on experience and real-world application. College of Information Science and TechnologyRU’s College of Information Science and Technology opened in the fall of 2001. Students in this college can earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and, pending final state approval, a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems and Technology. Concentrations within these two degrees include information systems, database, software engineering, business systems development, and networks. The mission of the college is to prepare students with skills and expertise essential to the Commonwealth and the nation as the economy moves from industrial to information-driven. College of Visual and Performing ArtsThe college's departments of theatre, art, music, dance and interior design and fashion cultivate the richness of arts offerings in the New River and Roanoke Valleys while preparing students for their life-long goals. Students have continued on to become professional performers, teachers, therapists and designers. Waldron College of Health and Human ServicesThe 58,000 square-foot Waldron Hall houses a health clinic to serve underinsured and uninsured citizens of Southwest Virginia. Services include women’s health, social work, The Pharmacy Connections and speech and audiology services. At the facility's George M. Harvey Sr. Health Information Resource Center students, faculty, patients and the public can access a network of up-to-the-minute health information. The Waldron Clinic's mobile health unit includes a staff of family nurse practitioners and doctor and travels to rural Southwest Virginia areas to provide a variety of services such as speech and hearing services, medical services and referrals to area health practitioners when needed. RU PlanetariumThe Planetarium, on the ground floor of Curie Hall, room 43, has two shows every Tuesday night at 7 and 8. Both shows use the star projector, stereophonic sound and multimedia to entertain and educate audiences about celestial history. The planetarium seats 32. Groups interested in attending a show can contact Rhett Herman at (540) 831-5441 or e-mail rherman@radford.edu. To learn more about the RU Planetarium log onto http://planetarium.radford.edu/ Conference ServicesRadford University's Conference Services is ideal for organizations in need of professional development programs, skills update workshops, or intensive residential seminars. Both Internal and External Host Programs can be designed as either a conference or seminar. Dining services, classroom space, conference facilities, and technologically advanced computer labs are open and accessible for program use at varied times. From early May to late July, inexpensive lodging is available in residence halls on campus. To learn more, contact Tanya Ridpath, Director of Conference Services, P.O. Box 6911, Radford University, VA 24142; Telephone: (540) 831-5800; Fax (540) 831-6036; e-mail tridpath@radford.edu; or log onto the Conference Services website at: http://www.radford.edu/~conf-serv. Off-Campus Classes and Degree ProgramsRU offers continuing education courses and undergraduate and graduate degree programs at the Roanoke Higher Education Center, Virginia Western Community College and the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center in Abingdon. Most classes are scheduled for evenings or weekends. RU faculty teach on site or through interactive distance learning technology. To learn more contact the College of Graduate and Extended Education at (540) 831-5431 or log onto http://www.radford.edu/~gradcoll/ Business Assistance CenterPrograms at Radford University's Business Assistance Center share one goal: to support businesses throughout Western Virginia. From international expansion to software certification, the Business Assistance Center's professional staff work together to provide in-depth, hands-on services and programs. The BAC comprises the New River Valley Small Business Development Center, the International Trade Program of Western Virginia, the Center for Leadership and Professional Development, the Governmental and Nonprofit Assistance Center, the Environmental Management Assistance Program and the Minority Business Program. The BAC is located in the Radford University Business Technology Park. To learn more, visit www.radford.edu/~bac/ |
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