Radford University
Waldron College of Health and Human Services
An Innovative Healthcare Education
The Waldron College of Health and Human Services is a community of clinician-scholars preparing competent, compassionate professionals to meet the needs of southwest Virginia and beyond.
Preparing Healthcare Leaders with Modern Technologies
Our students experience a hands-on healthcare education with the latest and emerging technologies at facilities in Radford and Roanoke.
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Waldron Hall
Main Campus in Radford, VA
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Artis Center for Adaptive Innovation and Creativity
Main Campus in Radford, VA
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Radford University Carilion
Roanoke Community Hospital in Roanoke, VA
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Roanoke Higher Education Center
Roanoke, VA
Army Medic Turned Physician Assistant
During their lifetimes, most people will work in one profession. Some will have two different kinds of jobs. Frank Fleming, a graduate from the physician assistant (PA) program at Radford University Carilion (RUC) in Roanoke, VA is preparing for this third. While Fleming doesn’t anticipate a fourth career change in his life, he does know that one day, he may explore some of the other clinical areas where PAs practice outside of primary care.
Academic Departments and School
Outreach Centers and Clinics
The Waldron College of Health and Human Services provides several services to the university and surrounding communities.
Waldron College News
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Highlanders in the News: July 2025
July 2, 2025
This month: Associate Professor Jenny Hall helps take a bit of the bite out of tick season; Assistant Professor Tanya Mitropoulos proves that it’s bad idea for dog owners to bring their work headaches home; and the story of how a summer stint on Radford’s campus for Governor’s School fueled a young actor’s fire.
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For Donald Tinsley and Brandon Williams, studying in the respiratory therapy program at Radford University Carilion (RUC) in Roanoke is a family affair. Donald is Brandon’s father, and the duo will both graduate with their Bachelor of Science degrees at the Spring Commencement ceremony on May 10.
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Highlander Highlights: Week of April 7, 2025
April 11, 2025
Highlander Highlights shares the extraordinary accomplishments happening on and off campus through the tireless work and curiosity of students and faculty.
