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HAPPENING TODAY: Zoom interviews available with student researchers in Alaska
A small group of Radford University undergraduate students are in Utqiagvik, Alaska, over the next two weeks, conducting important research braving bone-rattling temperatures and shivery Arctic winds in the northernmost city in the United States. "T...
Feb 27, 2026, 10:44am EST
Radford University helps address Virginia's teacher shortage through targeted licensure support
Virginia school divisions continue to face a significant teacher shortage. Currently, more than 8,000 educators in the commonwealth hold provisional licenses, nearly 10% of the teaching workforce. While these educators are actively serving in classroom...
Feb 23, 2026, 8:00am EST
Virginia nursing students to convene at Radford University for statewide annual convention
The Virginia Nursing Students' Association (VNSA) will host its Annual Convention on Saturday, Feb. 21 at Radford University's Artis Center for Adaptive Innovation and Creativity, bringing together nursing students and faculty advisors from across the ...
Feb 20, 2026, 3:40pm EST
News Advisory: Radford University to hold disaster training simulation for nursing students
Radford University will hold a disaster day training simulation on Thursday, Feb. 26, to prepare undergraduate nursing students for mass casualty situations, such as natural disasters and active shootings, through hands-on education. Students will beco...
Feb 19, 2026, 8:00am EST
Jobs for Virginia Graduates Ignite Competition brings "Shark Tank"-style student pitches to Radford University
Radford University will host the Jobs for Virginia Graduates (JVG) Ignite Competition on Thursday, Feb. 12, in Kyle Hall, welcoming high school students from the region as they pitch original business concepts to a panel of judges. The event promotes e...
Feb 10, 2026, 2:57pm EST
Internationally acclaimed Pianist Nick van Bloss returns to Radford University as international artist in residence
Internationally acclaimed English pianist Nick van Bloss returns to Radford University on February 9 for his second semester as the Department of Music's International Artist in Residence. Van Bloss has forged a distinguished international career mark...
Feb 5, 2026, 8:00am EST
Jeffery Aspelmeier selected to lead Radford University's College of Humanities and Behavioral Sciences as dean
Radford University has selected Jeffery Aspelmeier, Ph.D., to serve as dean of the College of Humanities and Behavioral Sciences (CHBS), following a national search conducted during the fall 2025 semester. Aspelmeier will begin his duties as dean on Ja...
Dec 22, 2025, 8:00am EST
Radford University's George Zama '25 gives back to families in need, reflects on time as student
George Zama '25 has always believed that success means little unless it elevates others. An immigrant from West Africa raised by a single mother, he has spent his years in the United States focused on building opportunity through discipline, faith and ...
Dec 19, 2025, 8:00am EST
Media Advisory: Radford University and New River Community College to sign MOU supporting Tartan Transfer students
Event Date: Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025 Time: 10 a.m. Location: New River Community College - Godbey Hall, Room 162B, Dublin, Va. Radford University and New River Community College (NRCC) will hold a signing event on Wednesday, Dec. 17, to formalize a ...
Dec 15, 2025, 9:52am EST
Radford University honors graduates during Winter 2025 ceremonies
Radford University celebrated Winter 2025 Commencement Dec. 11-13, honoring approximately 580 graduates, including 388 undergraduates who crossed the stage during ceremonies in Bondurant Auditorium on Dec. 13. Provost and Senior Vice President for Aca...
Dec 13, 2025, 2:28pm EST
