Radford News

Six Highlanders are ranked among The Roanoker magazine’s latest “40 Under 40” listings; sportswriting sophomore Josh Poslusny is all about the bylines; Tanisha Nash ’02, M.S.W. ’07, answers 10 questions from The Roanoke Tribune; and Andrew Reedy ’13 is one of Salem’s top teachers.

Radford University has selected Jeffery Aspelmeier, Ph.D., to serve as dean of the College of Humanities and Behavioral Sciences (CHBS), following a national search conducted during the fall 2025 semester.

George Zama ’25 has always believed that success means little unless it elevates others.

New River Community College (NRCC) and Radford University have announced a new collaboration: a shared student advisor position designed to strengthen transfer pathways and improve student success.

At last week’s ceremonies, keynote speaker Lara Ramsey ’90, M.S. ’92, president and CEO of The National Bank of Blacksburg, challenged new degree holders to continue seeking knowledge. “Your diploma is not the end of your education,” Ramsey said. “It is the beginning of a lifetime of learning.” Commencement exercises were held Dec. 11-13.

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, staff and faculty.

The strategic plan will guide Radford University for the next six years.

Get to know seven graduates of the Class of Winter 2025 and the moments that made their Radford journey unforgettable.