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Thanks to the strong support from students, faculty, staff, alumni and fans, Radford rose to the top for its incredible access to outdoor recreation, thriving campus culture and commitment to adventure. With the New River and Blue Ridge Mountains as our backyard, there's no better place to learn and explore.
August 8, 2025
This week: Virginia Business spotlights Radford University’s recent 20% rise in enrollment; Matthew Bagley ’15 (aka Alexander Mack) will take a Richmond music festival’s stage this weekend; and the school’s nursing program ranks among the top 10 in Virginia, according to a health care website.
August 4, 2025
The Virginia Board of Education has unanimously approved the creation of the New River Valley Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities.
August 1, 2025
More than 300 Virginia high school students attended the Governor’s School for Visual and Performing Arts and Humanities this summer at Radford University.
July 21, 2025
Radford University is pleased to welcome James "Ryan" Bowyer, M.S. ’12, as the new chief of staff in the Office of the President.
July 16, 2025
Radford University has been awarded a $604,396 grant from the Educating Character Initiative (ECI) through the Program for Leadership and Character at Wake Forest University.
When Adam Hamze arrived at Radford University, he thought his future was in medicine. But a tough chemistry class and an unexpected stop at a student club fair set him on a new course, one that felt like home.
July 11, 2025
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.
On June 26, Radford University hosted its annual reception and luncheon to celebrate 32 years of partnership with the Scottish Rite and 30 years of the specialized summer programs made possible by their support.