April 20, 2018
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firefighter puts out a fire in a burn cell Radford baseball beats Virginia Tech Anita Williams gives an emotional speech during the Partners in Excellence Celebration
Hands-on opportunity tests future arson investigators Radford hands Virginia Tech 12-11 loss on walk-off wild pitch RU celebrates relationships with Partners in Excellence luncheon

Campus Events

 
April 20 Bonnieroo Music Festival
6-11 p.m., Bonnie Plaza
May 3-4 Radford University Board of Visitors' Quartery Meeting
Martin Hall, Third Floor, Mary Ann Jennings Hovis Memorial Board Room
 
May 3 Radford University Board of Visitors' Business Affairs and Audit Committee Meeting
1:30 p.m. Martin Hall, Third Floor, Mary Ann Jennings Hovis Memorial Board Room
 
May 4 College of Graduate Studies and Research Hooding and Commencement
5-7 p.m., Dedmon Center
 
May 5 Spring Commencement
11 a.m., Moffett Lawn
 

On Campus

Radford University selects Chad Reed as next vice president for Finance and Administration
Radford University named Chad A. Reed to be the University's next vice president for Finance and Administration. Read more
 

Students explore the An eye for history
With photographs lining the Andrew W. Ross Student Gallery in McConnell Library, guests were treated to a viewing of Radford University 'Then and Now.' Read more
 

RU to host finalists of the RUSecure 2018 CTF Contest
Finalists of the annual RUSecure 2018 Capture the Flag Contest will visit Radford University on April 28 for the challenge's final round. Read more
 

Students in the Strategic Event Planning courseSchool of Communication celebrates student, faculty achievements
During the annual awards ceremony, the School of Communication honored students and faculty on April 13 in the Bonnie Auditorium. Read more
 

Zonnie M. GormonA historical perspective on the Navajo Code Talkers
Radford University hosted Zonnie M. Gorman on April 13 at the Bonnie Hurlburt Auditorium for her lecture 'Growing Up with Heroes: The Navajo Code Talkers of WWII. A Daughter's Journey.' Read more
 

Nick Brown talks with the media during the arson investigation exerciseMedia highlights student opportunities
Local media outlets highlight students and professors. Read more  


Sustainability

Radford University Sustainability logoAlternative spring break
A small group of students spent spring break planting trees on reclaimed land of an abandoned coal mine in central Kentucky. Read more

City Happenings
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April 24: Author Cece Bell Visits the Radford Public Library, Radford Public Library, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

April 28: Jam Session with Neal Wyms and Bluesy Soul, River City Grill, 8-10 p.m.

April 28 Rollin' On the River: Food Truck Rodeo, Bisset Park, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
 

In Athletics

April 20-21
Women's Track and Field at Duke Invitational (A), all day

April 20-22
Men's Golf at Big South Conference (A), TBA

April 20
Baseball vs. Charleston Southern (H), 6 p.m.

April 21
Women's Lacrosse vs. Presbyterian (H), noon
Softball vs. Gardner-Webb (H), 1 p.m.
Softball vs. Gardner-Webb (H), 3 p.m.
Baseball vs. Charleston Southern (H), 4 p.m.

April 22
Softball vs. Gardner-Webb (H), 1 p.m.
Baseball vs. Charleston Southern (H), 2 p.m.

April 24
Baseball at East Tennessee State (A), 6 p.m.

April 25
Softball at Western Carolina (A), 3 p.m.
Softball at Western Carolina (A), 5 p.m.

April 27
Softball vs. Presbyterian (H), 5 p.m.
Baseball vs. Presbyterian (H), 7 p.m.

April 28
Women's Track and Field at Virginia Grand Prix (A), all day
Women's Lacrosse at Big South Tournament (A), TBA
Softball vs. Presbyterian (H), 1 p.m.
Softball vs. Presbyterian (H), 3 p.m.
Baseball vs. Presbyterian (H), 4 p.m.

April 29
Baseball vs. Presbyterian (H), 2 p.m.

For more Highlander highlights, visit RU Athletics.
 

Coming Up in the Arts

April 20-29 - BFA Studio Show, all-day, Radford University Art Museum at the Covington Center

April 20 - Reception for the BFA Studio Show, 5-7 p.m., Radford University Art Museum at the Covington Center

April 21 - Student Recital: Heather Eisinger - flute, 12-1 p.m., Performance Hall in the Covington Center

April 21 - Student Recital: Kate Leonard - flute, 5-6 p.m., Performance Hall in the Covington Center

April 22 - Student Recital: Cynthia Flanagan - piano, 3-4 p.m., Performance Hall in the Covington Center

April 23-28 - Hollins Art Faculty Show, all-day, RUAM on Tyler Ave

April 23 - Radford University Spring Choral Concert, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Performance Hall in the Covington Center

April 24 - Radford University Guitar Ensemble Concert, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Performance Hall in the Covington Center

April 25-28 - Making A Scene, 7-9 p.m., Hawes Studio Theatre

April 25-26 - Student Choreography Showcase, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Albig Studio Theatre, Peters Hall B112

April 25 - Radford University Wind Ensemble and Chamber Winds, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Performance Hall in the Covington Center

April 26 - IBLA Concert - Grand Prize World Music Competition Winners from the 2017 IBLA International Festival, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Performance Hall in the Covington Center


For more arts events, go to the CVPA calendar.
 

The News Now

Student Government Association President Julianna Stanley speaks to guests at the Celebration of Giving stewardship eventA Celebration of Giving
Radford University welcomed more than 150 of its most generous supporters, alumni, friends, faculty and staff to the Celebration of Giving stewardship event. Read more
 

John ElderRenowned data scientist showcases the path to the future
Students received a glimpse into the future when John Elder shared highlights from his 23-year career as a data scientist. Read more
 

John ElderSMIPO traveled to New York for annual financial forum
Traveling to the financial capital of the world with fellow members of the Student Managed Investment Portfolio Organization was "one of the best experiences" of Kasidy Beckel's life, she said. Read more
 

Ann Macheras, vice president of regional research and economic education at the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond spoke at the opening plenary session about the U.S. and Virginia economiesCOBE welcomes Virginia economists for annual meeting
Leading economists and economics educators from around Virginia gave presentations and participated in a plethora of panel discussions during the Virginia Association of Economists' annual meeting at Radford University April 5-6. Read more
 

Keynote speaker Christi Callahan, associate professor of nursing, welcomes a colleague into the the Epsilon Psi chapter of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursingthe Epsilon Psi chapter of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of NursingInternational honorary nursing society inducts Radford 2018 class
At a ceremony on April 14 in Kyle Hall, Radford University nursing students were inducted into the Epsilon Psi chapter of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. Read more
 

Abby Jones, left, and Rachel Short, right, in Philadelphia for the National Collegiate Emergency Medical Services Foundation 2018 conferenceRUEMS attends national conference
Radford University Emergency Medical Services members attended the National Collegiate Emergency Medical Services Foundation 2018 conference in February. Read more
 

Psychology students at the SEPA Poster Session (L-R): Morrgan Duncan, Rachel Scott, Victoria Dunsmore and Amanda ChappellPsychology students, professors attend SEPA conference
Over spring break, professors and students in the Department of Psychology traveled to the Southeastern Psychological Association conference to present research in Charleston, South Carolina. Read more
 

Heather Walker ’00 (center) and her daughter Gracie (right) try their hands at panning for gems at the inaugural Science Festival, sponsored by the Artis College of Science and TechnologyRadford University's first Science Festival featured interactive fun and activities
To inspire scientific curiosity, Radford University hosted its inaugural Science Festival April 14 with a day of interactive activities highlighting various Artis College of Science and Technology disciplines. Read more

 
Alumni News

Healthcare advisory firm VERTESS has appointed Eric Hymes '96 as a managing director. Hymes previously served as a combat medic in the Unites States Army before moving on to the role of general manager and senior executive with CCS Medical.

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Alumni Events

April 27: Highlander Open Golf Tournament

April 28: Highlander Half Marathon and 5K

Learn more about these upcoming events.
 

Give to Radford

It's not too late to represent your college! Today is the last day to give in the second annual Spring Fever competition. Your gifts will decide who will be victorious. Join us during this week of giving and help your college come out on top.
 

Stay Connected

Nominate Radford University alumni who have made significant contributions to their profession, community and Radford University. Recipients will be recognized at the fall Alumni Volunteer Leadership Business Lunch and Awards Ceremony.

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