News Archive

Across June, some 1,900 incoming students and 2,500 of their friends and relatives took part in Radford University’s Quest program, which combines orientation, information, socializing and campus tours.

From fighting corruption to exploring giants and monsters throughout religious texts, two professors shared their vast experiences and expertise recently on public radio.

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

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger has appointed Jeanne P. Fishwick and Nancy A. Rice to the Radford University Board of Visitors. She also appointed Jennifer Wishon Gilbert to serve an additional term.

Radford University and Virginia Western Community College are partnering to create a new transfer pathway designed to prepare students for careers in data, technology, business and artificial intelligence.

The Radford University Board of Visitors, at its meeting Friday, June 5, unanimously elected Dale S. Ardizzone ’85, M.S. ’86, to serve as rector and re-elected Jennifer Wishon Gilbert as vice rector.

Youssef Bouzidi ’99 carries his tennis skills into the realm of pickleball; MBA student Zach Van Curen ’25 enjoys some poolside employment; the Roanoke Ballet Theatre’s longest-tenured dancer, LeeAnn Elder ’14, opts for a change of pace; and students Sydney Caban and JaMiya Smith each collect a pair of scholarships.

A Radford University occupational therapy student is taking their expertise to the global stage through work with the World Federation of Occupational Therapists.

Radford University Athletics is launching a donor recognition program designed to strengthen donor engagement, provide greater clarity around athletics philanthropy and create meaningful recognition opportunities.

Radford University’s College of Education and Human Development has earned full accreditation from the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation.

A new ARC grant will help Radford University explore how artificial intelligence can support workforce training, job growth and economic opportunity in southwest Virginia.

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