News Releases

  1. Theatre major Annie Bolte takes the director’s chair with student production »

    2/14/2024

    After helming standalone scenes and a one-act play, theatre major Annie Bolte is now directing a highly ambitious student production of “The Aliens” by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Annie Baker. “This is the big league,” Bolte said of the project. 

  2. Radford health sciences grad plans to use her degree for career versatility »

    2/14/2024

    Abigail Ray ’23 always knew she wanted to work in a medical field, but she was also interested in a versatile  career that would allow her to explore the many specialties that healthcare offers. Enter the Bachelor of Science in health sciences at Radford University at Carilion in Roanoke.

  3. Michael Ziegenfus explores Radford's global opportunities »

    2/9/2024

    Michael Ziegenfus isn’t wasting one single second of his time at Radford University. The junior physics major from Gloucester, Virginia, has taken full advantage of the many opportunities for success the university has to offer its students, from research to internships to study abroad opportunities.

  4. Highlander Highlights: Week of February 5, 2024 »

    2/9/2024

    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.

  5. Online bachelor's and master's programs win U.S. News accolades »

    2/7/2024

    Radford University’s online programs for undergraduate and graduate students continue to garner recognition from U.S. News & World Report. The prestigious media company, known for its influential rankings of America’s best colleges and universities, included Radford in its listing of Best Online Bachelor’s Degree programs and Best Online Master of Education programs.

  6. Yarn Makers wove their winter magic to produce the group’s largest output so far »

    2/6/2024

    In January, the university’s fiber artist club knitted, crocheted and sewed 120 pieces of cold-weather wear as part of its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service giveaway.

  7. Mahin, Yurkofsky receive Dalton faculty awards »

    2/5/2024

    Radford University’s Office of the Provost has presented Dalton Eminent Scholar Awards to two faculty members in recognition of their distinguished academic reputations. 

  8. Radford University creates new College of Nursing, setting a statewide precedent »

    2/2/2024

    The State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) recently authorized the new College of Nursing, a name change also approved by the Radford University Board of Visitors. This is the only public institution in Virginia to have a separate College of Nursing.

  9. State funding to support programs for Pell-eligible students »

    2/2/2024

    The State Council of Higher Education in Virginia (SCHEV) has awarded $1.5 million to Radford University to support funding for pilot programs aimed at supporting enrollment and retention for students who are eligible for federal Pell grants.

  10. Highlanders in the News: Week of Jan. 29, 2024 »

    2/2/2024

    This week in Highlanders in the News: Sophomore basketball star Olivia Wagner draws accolades for her skills on the court; Vice President of Enrollment Management and Strategic Communications Dannette Gomez Beane addresses a delay on financial aid in an interview with WDBJ7; and Department of Political Science Chair Chapman Rackaway talks border issues with WSLS-TV.