The Office of Graduate Affairs sponsors a series of Graduate Academies to bolster graduate students' professional development and career readiness.

Leadership Academy: Lead Effectively

Offered each spring by a Harvard-trained Radford faculty member alongside experienced guest speakers, the Leadership Academy helps graduate students develop the knowledge,  skills, and confidence to lead from any position within an organization. Attend at least four of the five sessions to earn a Leadership Academy credential that can be added to your résumé and professional portfolio. Students interested in applying should complete the Qualtrics form by February 4, 2027.

Session	Date and Location
Session One	February 11, 2027  5-7 p.m. Whitt Hall 116
Session Two	February 25, 2027 5-7 p.m. Whitt Hall 116
Session Three	March 11, 2027 5-7 p.m. Whitt Hall 116
Session Four	March 25, 2027  5-7 p.m. Whitt Hall 116
Session Five	TBA  5-7 p.m. Whitt Hall 116

Research Academy: Communicate Your Scholarship

Learn how to communicate your research with clarity, confidence, and impact. Through workshops led by the Office of Graduate Affairs, you'll develop the skills to present your work to broad audiences, compete in the Highlander Research Blitz, and clearly articulate your expertise and strengths in job interviews, networking opportunities, and professional  settings. To complete your application for the Highlander Research Blitz and participate in these sessions, please complete the application through the Qualtrics form by February 12, 2027. 

Session	Date and Location
Session One	February 15, 2027  5:30-6:30 p.m. Whitt Hall 116
Session Two	February 23, 2027  5:30-6:30 p.m. Whitt Hall 116
Session Three	March 10, 2027  5:30-6:30 p.m. Whitt Hall 116
Session Four	March 25, 2027  5:30-6:30 p.m. Whitt Hall 116

Teaching Academy: Become a More Effective Educator

Designed for Graduate Teaching Assistants and Graduate Teaching Fellows, the Teaching Academy provides practical strategies, evidence-based teaching techniques, and opportunities for reflection throughout the  academic year. The program begins with required GTA/GTF training in August and continues with two professional development sessions each semester, helping participants build confidence, strengthen their teaching, and enhance student learning.

For more information on the Graduate Academies, please contact Paige Tan, Ph.D. at etan3@radford.edu

Session	Date and Location
Session One	October 1, 2026 5-6:30 p.m. Whitt Hall 116
Session Two	November 12, 2026 5-6:30 p.m. Whitt Hall 116
Session Three	January 28, 2027 5-6:30 p.m. Whitt Hall 116
Session Four	April 1, 2027 5-6:30 p.m. Whitt Hall 116