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Public-Private Partnership Enhances Healthcare Education as Radford University Carilion
The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) has approved the merger of Jefferson College of Health Sciences into Radford University, thereby formally establishing Radford University Carilion (RUC). This marks the last major hurdle in an 18-month comprehensive merger process with prior approvals by the Commonwealth of Virginia through the General Assembly and the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia.
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Blue Healer and Highlander Pride on Display During Final JCHS Annual Alumni Awards Luncheon
On May 23, Jefferson College of Health Sciences (JCHS) celebrated its fifth annual alumni awards luncheon. This annual event celebrates the successes of JCHS alumni and the legacy that JCHS has built. Approximately 125 JCHS alumni, faculty and staff attended and were joined by members of the Radford University family.
The keynote speaker of the event was Radford University President Brian O. Hemphill, Ph.D. Referencing the merger of JCHS into Radford University, he said, “Our road to today has been quite a journey that we have taken together. A journey that will improve healthcare in our region, in our Commonwealth and in our country by creating the second largest nursing program in the Commonwealth of Virginia.” Read more by clicking here.
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Jefferson College and Radford University Faculty Partner on Health Sciences Camp Presentation
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To inspire future healthcare professionals, faculty from Jefferson College of Health Sciences and Radford University’s Waldron College of Health and Human Services (WCHHS), Artis College of Science and Technology, College of Visual and Performing Arts and College of Education and Human Development welcomed a group of high school students on June 11 from the 2019 Health Sciences Camp, hosted by New River Community College. Learn more by clicking here.
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DPT and MOT Programs Spotlighted by National Online Community
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Two programs in the Waldron College of Health and Human Services (WCHHS) have earned recognition by HealthGrad.com as top programs. The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program was named as one of two Best Value DPT programs in Virginia. The Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) program was named by the online healthcare education resource as one of 11 Best Entry-level OT Masters Programs in the South for 2019. HealthGrad.com is an online social community that surveys the world of healthcare and related career opportunities in the United States. Learn more by clicking here.
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Select Students Exposed to Health Care Professions at Camp Carilion Clinic
The week of June 10-14, rising eighth and ninth graders trained to see what it’ll really be like to work in the medical field. Among the locations where they trained was Jefferson College of Health Sciences at Carilion Roanoke Community Hospital. Camp Carilion Clinic is a four-day camp only offered once a year that students in and around our area can apply to get into. Only 16 are chosen. Read more on wdbj7.com by clicking here.
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Meet Our Students, Faculty and Staff
As Radford University Carilion comes to life, our communities are getting to know one another better. In this ongoing series, we highlight members of our communities who are achieving great things in and out of the classroom.
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Michelle Saltzman, '19
Business Management, Radford University
Learn how Michelle achieved her dream of setting up her own fashion business on-campus during her senior year while juggling her class schedule and a 30-hour-a-week job. Click to read Michelle's story.
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André Ragsdale, '20
Political Science, Radford University
Read about André's responsive, resilient and real journey from his freshman year as a first-generation college student to his intellectually and socially evolved senior year at Radford University. Click to read André's story.
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Radford University Admissions Staff Meet with Jefferson College Leadership
On May 30 and June 11, Radford University Admissions staff met with Jefferson College of Health Sciences leadership. These collaborative meetings are helping us prepare for the merger of Jefferson College into Radford University's family of colleges and departments this summer.
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