Senior nursing student and soccer player Noah Haddad comes from a family of healthcare professionals, so he always knew that he wanted to pursue a healthcare career. After being recruited to play soccer at Radford University—his father's alma mater—he discovered the Nursing program. Four years later, he's preparing for graduation and a nursing career.

Radford University has achieved gold status as a Military Friendly School and a Military Spouse Friendly School.

Every two weeks, Highlander Highlights shares with readers some of the extraordinary research and accomplishments happening on and off campus through the tireless work and curiosity of our students and faculty.

This year, the number of students and guests registered for the three events brought nearly 3,000 people to the Radford and Roanoke locations – the largest group in university history.

Traditions Week marks milestones and celebrates the accomplishments of Radford University students.

Senior College of Nursing student Laura Ratcliffe began her education at Radford University thinking she wanted to work with geriatric patients. Four years later, she finds herself on the opposite end of the care spectrum.