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Media Advisory: Radford University signing ceremony for Tartan Transfer program

by Justin Ward

Radford, VA (11/04/2024) — Radford University invites reporters to attend a signing ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024, to celebrate the official launch of the Tartan Transfer program. This new initiative will provide a seamless pathway for students from eight Virginia Community College System (VCCS) institutions to transfer to Radford University, enhancing access to affordable, high-quality education.

Event Details:

  • What: Signing Ceremony for Radford University's Tartan Transfer Program
  • When: Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024
  • Time: Noon
  • Where: Covington Center Scartelli Atrium, Radford University, Radford, VA

Who:

  • Bret Danilowicz, President of Radford University
  • Dannette Gomez Beane, Vice President of Enrollment Management and Strategic Communications
  • Peter Anderson, Vice President for Instruction and Student Services, New River Community College
  • Representatives from participating Virginia community colleges: Mountain Empire, Virginia Highlands, Southwest Virginia, Wytheville, New River, Mountain Gateway, Virginia Western, and Patrick & Henry

Background:

The Tartan Transfer program is a strategic partnership aimed at supporting Virginia's community college students by providing a clear and affordable route to a bachelor's degree. The program includes features such as tuition-free associate degree options at participating community colleges, the Radford Tuition Promise for eligible students, maximized transfer credits, personalized advising, early campus integration, and targeted career preparation.

This ceremony will mark a significant step forward in Radford University's commitment to expanding educational access, ensuring student success and strengthening ties with community colleges across the state.

Media RSVP & Contact Information:

Reporters planning to attend are asked to RSVP to:
Justin Ward, Director of Media Services, jward53@radford.edu

Visuals and Interviews:
The event will include a ceremonial signing, remarks from university and community college leadership, and opportunities for interviews with program representatives and students.

For reporters who are not able to attend the event on Nov. 6, Dannette Gomez Beane, Vice President for Enrollment Management and Strategic Communications, will be available for interviews on Friday, Nov. 8.


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Justin
Ward
  • Director of Media Services
  • Marketing and Communication
  • Class of 2024
  • Christiansburg, VA
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Bret
Danilowicz
  • President
  • President, Office of the
  • Radford

Radford University

Justin Ward (540) 831-1953, jward53@radford.edu

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