News Advisory: Radford University to hold disaster training simulation for nursing students
Radford, VA (02/19/2026) — 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 become Stop the Bleed certified, which empowers individuals to identify and treat life-threatening bleeding.
As part of the interprofessional training, Radford University will work with several departments and external organizations, including the university's police department, Carilion employees, Radford University EMS, and community EMTs.
Schedule:
- 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. - Stop the Bleed
- 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. - Drill Simulation
Event Date: Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026
Time: 11 a.m.
Location: Selu Conservancy - 3215 Dry Valley Rd, Radford, Va. 24141
Media Availability
Radford University's Karen Valcheff, assistant professor in the College of Nursing will participate in the disaster simulation and will be available for interviews immediately following the event.
Please RSVP to Justin Ward, jward53@radford.edu, if you or a member of your organization are interested in covering.
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