Radford University
College of Visual and Performing Arts
Engaging the Arts and Design
Shaping Futures through Art and Innovation
The College of Visual and Performing Arts blends artistic excellence with cutting-edge technology to prepare students for dynamic careers in the arts, design, education, therapy and beyond.
Academic Departments
Performance and Exhibit Season
A Must-See Fall 2026 Season!
The work of the students, faculty, and guest artists combine to make our college the artistic and cultural center of the region and beyond. Visit us and see why the arts at Radford University are exciting, enlightening and enriching!
Hanna Phipps
Class of 2027, M.F.A. in Studio Art
Class of 2027, M.F.A. in Studio Art
College News
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Recent graduate Felixia Brooks finds harmony in music therapy
August 13, 2026
As a music major, Brooks merged her background in choir with an interest in mental health and is now using both to help others.
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Highlanders in the News: Week of June 8, 2026
June 15, 2026
Youssef Bouzidi ’99 carries his tennis skills into the realm of pickleball; MBA student Zach Van Curen ’25 enjoys some poolside employment; the Roanoke Ballet Theatre’s longest-tenured dancer, LeeAnn Elder ’14, opts for a change of pace; and students Sydney Caban and JaMiya Smith each collect a pair of scholarships.
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Radford University celebrated its Class of 2026 during Spring Commencement ceremonies held May 1-2, highlighted by an inspiring address from alumnus Eugene Naughton '89, president of The Dollywood Company.
Explore the Artis Center
Where Creativity Meets Technology
Radford University proudly unveiled the Artis Center for Adaptive Innovation and Creativity, a cutting-edge facility blending arts, health sciences, and technology in dynamic spaces designed to inspire innovation.
Experience the Covington Center
Where Art and Acoustics Shine
The Douglas and Beatrice Covington Center for Visual and Performing Arts features the stunning Davis Performance Hall, a 350-seat venue with state-of-the-art adjustable acoustics, inspired by Carnegie Hall's Zankel Recital Hall.
Art that Educates and Inspires
Visit the Art Museum
The Radford University Art Museum is dedicated to creating an inclusive and enriching environment where students, the university community and the public can engage with and learn from original works of art.
