Radford University’s fifth president, Douglas Covington, and his late wife, Beatrice, were avid and contributing supporters of the arts at RU and frequently talked with pride and affection about the university’s College of Visual and Performing Arts.
On Saturday, Nov. 15, the Covingtons’ legacy continues as the $22.5 million Douglas and Beatrice Covington Center for Visual and Performing Arts opens. “I felt such great emotion when I was told that the new performing arts building would be named in honor of Bea and myself,” said Dr. Covington. “There are so many people involved in making this dream a reality, too many to mention for fear of leaving someone out.”
RU President Penelope W. Kyle said, “This wonderful building will stand as a lasting tribute to Dr. Covington and his wife, Bea. It reflects the love and esteem that the university and surrounding community have for the Covingtons.”
Two events honoring Dr. Covington are scheduled in the Covington Center on Nov. 15 to celebrate the opening of the facility:
Champagne Brunch and Music
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Tickets -- $250 per table or $30 per seat
Black Tie Gala
6 p.m. Cocktails
6:30 p.m. Music and Opening Remarks
7:30 p.m. Dinner
Tickets -- $1,500 per table or $175 per seat
To learn more or to make a reservation, e-mail Donna Johnston in the RU Office of University Advancement at djohnston3@radford.edu
or call (540) 831-5167.
