Radford News

The awards were presented to students in recognition of the creative and original work they completed with the assistance from Radford University Libraries.

At Radford University, finding your place is just the beginning. Seven graduates from the Class of 2026 share what they’re taking with them through stories and video, each symbolized by a meaningful item in a red suitcase. Together, they show how the Radford experience extends far beyond campus.

Highlander Highlights shares with readers some of the extraordinary accomplishments happening on and off campus through the tireless work and curiosity of our students, faculty, staff and alumni

Biology majors Trinity Roberts and Grace Parton have earned one of the nation’s most prestigious undergraduate research awards.

As Highlanders prepare to move out of residence halls, students are encouraged to donate their unwanted items to charity instead of tossing them into the trash.

Kaitlin O’Brien of Virginia Beach, Virginia, has received a Nutrition Undergraduate Research Immersion in the Summer fellowship and will spend 10 weeks working in her field at Texas A&M University.

During Traditions Week, you can observe a snapshot of a student’s entire college experience at Radford University, set to the background of music, fun, freebies and food.

Assistant Professor of Accounting Rob Warren looks at tax gaps; designer Pum Lefebure ’97 makes an appearance on a popular podcast; and Associate Professor of Religious Studies Carter Turner finds poetry in both pickleball and play.