COVID-19 Testing Information for Spring 2021 Semester

Important Update on COVID-19 Global Health Pandemic: Message from President Brian O. Hemphill, Ph.D.

Dear Radford Family:

Radford University is committed to providing regular testing opportunities for students, faculty, and staff. That commitment began when the University reopened and resumed operations and services as part of the Fall 2020 semester. That commitment will continue during the Spring 2021 semester.

For the Fall 2020 semester, the University offered a number of surveillance testing opportunities for students, faculty, and staff, in addition to entry testing for students and exit testing for students, faculty, and staff. For the Spring 2021 semester, open or walk-up testing will be available on the main campus for students, faculty, and staff throughout the week and at Radford University Carilion (RUC) for students, faculty, and staff on a weekly basis. As we begin the semester, there will not be a registration process for either location. Based on utilization, the sign-up process and/or other logistics associated with open or walk-up testing may be altered to better serve the campus community.

Spring 2021 Main Campus Testing Opportunities for Students

Beginning tomorrow (Tuesday, January 19, 2021) and continuing throughout the semester, testing will be available for main campus students at the Buchanan House at the beginning of each hour as outlined below.

Monday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Tuesday from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Wednesday from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Thursday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Friday from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

NOTE: Please note that main campus students can also obtain services and support through the Student Health Center, which is located in Moffett Hall. Students should call in advance of their visit to request an appointment. For additional information, visit https://www.radford.edu/content/student-health/home.html.

Spring 2021 Main Campus Testing Opportunities for Faculty and Staff

Beginning tomorrow (Tuesday, January 19, 2021) and continuing throughout the semester, testing will be available for main campus faculty and staff at the Buchanan House during dedicated times as outlined below.

Monday from 9 – 10 a.m.
Tuesday from 4 – 5 p.m.
Wednesday from 4 – 5 p.m.
Thursday from 9 – 10 a.m.

Spring 2021 RUC Testing Opportunities for Students, Faculty, and Staff

Beginning this Friday (January 22, 2021) and continuing throughout the semester, testing for RUC students, faculty, and staff will be available every Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Carilion Roanoke Community Hospital on the 3rd Floor in the Board Room. Radford University students, faculty, and staff at the Roanoke Higher Education Center are welcome to participate in the weekly testing at RUC.

NOTE: Please note that RUC students can also obtain services and support through Student Health Services. For additional information, visit https://www.radford.edu/content/ruc/home/current-students/ruc_student_health.html.

Highlander students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to take advantage of the aforementioned testing opportunities, which will be provided throughout the semester. At the same time, all members of the Radford family are strongly encouraged to follow all public health guidance, as well as state and institutional requirements, such as wearing face coverings, maintaining physical distancing, and practicing good hygiene. Together, we can and will stay healthy and safe during the Spring 2021 semester!


With Highlander Pride,
Brian O. Hemphill, Ph.D.
President