Welcome Weeks at Radford University
Welcome Week at Radford University is packed with activities, including educational sessions, entertainment, social events, movies and opportunities to explore campus. And, yes, we know that this is WAY more than a week - we're just really excited to help every Radford student connect and find their community. Plan to attend the weeks' events and get to know Radford University and your fellow Highlanders!
All events are free! Please bring your Radford University OneCard ID to all activities.
Share your welcome week experiences on social media with #RadWelcome!
"The Bonnie" Hurlburt Student Center Hours
| August 17th - 20th | 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. |
| August 21st | Normal Hours |
| GAME ROOM | |
| August 17th - 18th | 2 p.m. - 9 p.m. |
| August 19th | 2 p.m. - 12 a.m. |
| August 20th - 21st | 12 p.m. - 12 a.m. |
| August 22nd | Normal Hours |
Student Recreation and Wellness Center Hours
| August 17th - 20th | 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. |
| August 21st | 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. |
| Beginning August 22nd | Normal Hours |
University Services Office Hours
The following offices are open from 8a.m. - 5p.m. Monday to Friday
Financial Aid - Heth Hall
Bursar - Heth Hall
University Services (parking, one card, meal plan) - Heth Hall
Center for Accessibility Services - Russell Hall
Housing & Residential Life - Heth Hall
Bookstore - Dalton Hall
Dean of Students - Heth Hall
Technology Assistance - 540-831-7500
Registrar - Heth Hall
Admissions - Russell Hall
Radford University Dining Hours can be found at https://dineoncampus.com/radford/
You can always find more to do at www.radford.edu/ruinvolved and check the RU Mobile app for the "Student Activities" tile!
TUESDAY, 9/7
TBA Ride and Play Location TBA
Sign up on our webpage to enjoy a bike ride and community time together.
Hosted by: Outdoor Programs
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Pizza For Your Thoughts Location TBD
Give your opinion, get some food!
Hosted by R-SPaCE
8:32 p.m. Free Dinner (Taco Bar) Location: The Burrow at 314 Clement St.
Meet in the Bonnie Parking Lot at 8:20 p.m. to walk over
Hosted by: Young Life at Radford University
Wednesday, 9/8
6:00 pm Mid-Week Music Series Location: Bonnie Plaza
Every Wednesday evening (weather permitting) come enjoy live music on "The Bonnie" Hurlburt Student Center Plaza.
Hosted by: Student Involvement
Thursday, 9/9
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Are you Smarter Than A HIghlander? Location Radford Univesity Campus
If you are around campus, you may be asked to answer a trivia question for prizes! R-Space members will be asking students on campus randomly.
It's Game Show time! Come win some prizes.
Hosted by: R-Space
FRIDAY, 9/10
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Feel Good Fridays: Self Care Awareness Location: Center for Diversity and Inclusion (Heth 157)
The first Friday of every month, the CDI will partner with Student Recreation and Wellness to teach/learn about restorative self care practices to start the month. There will be restorative events located in multiple locations, however, we will get started in the Center for Diversity and Inclusion at 8:00 AM for a light breakfast and check in. These events include, but are not limited to, yoga, hiking, meditation, organization/planning.
Hosted by: Center for Diversity and Inclusion
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Tie Dye Day Location: Muse Lawn
Hosted by: Student Government Association
7:00 p.m. Smash Brothers Tournament
Meet in Muse Lot at 6:45 p.m.
Location: The Side Door
Hosted by: Young Life at Radford University
SATURDAY, 9/11
Day Caving Location TBA
We'll provide the transportation and gear - you just need to sign up!
Hosted by: Outdoor Programs
6:00 p.m. Men's Soccer vs. Liberty Location: Radford
SUNDAY, 9/12
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Sunday Mass with Catholic Campus Ministry Location: 1024A Clement St, Radford, VA
Outreach to Catholic students, faculty and staff and anyone interested in knowing more about the Catholic Faith.
Hosted by: Catholic Campus Ministry
Day Canoeing Location TBA
We'll provide the transportation and gear - you just need to sign up!
Hosted by: Outdoor Programs
Monday, 9/13 - Friday, 9/17
Spirit Week Location: Radford University Campus
Show off your Highlander pride with themed spirit days!
Hosted by: R-Space
Constitution and Citizenship Week
Hosted by: Citizen Leader & Academic Programs
TUESDAY, 9/14
8:32 p.m. Disney Trivia
Meet in Muse Lot at 8:20 p.m. to walk over
Location: The Side Door
Hosted by: Young Life at Radford University
Wednesday, 9/15
TBA Ride and Play Location TBA
Sign up on our webpage to enjoy a bike ride and community time together.
Hosted by: Outdoor Programs
11:00 am - 1:00 pm Community Citizenship Location: Bonnie Plaza
Information on community service organizations that partner with the Citizen Leader Program will be provided. This will be an opportunity to decorate bags for the Women's Resource Center and a local food pantry.
Hosted by: Citizen Leader
11:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. Hispanic Heritage Month Lunch & Learn Location: Center for Diversity and Inclusion (Heth 157)
Please join us for our Hispanic Heritage Month Lunch & Learn Session.
Hosted by: Center for Diversity and Inclusion
6:00 pm Mid-Week Music Series Location: Bonnie Plaza
Every Wednesday evening (weather permitting) come enjoy live music on "The Bonnie" Hurlburt Student Center Plaza.
Hosted by: Student Involvement
THURSDAY, 9/16
7:00 p.m. Women's Soccer vs. VMI Location: Radford
FRIDAY, 9/17
12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Cornhole Tournament Location: Lawn in front of Artis
Hosted by: Student Government Association
Friday, 9/17 - Sunday, 9/19
Join the celebration! #OurRadFam will be in town and it's time to experience campus and the City of Radford together. Check out the schedule at: Family Weekend