Radford University celebrates student achievements in weekend commencement ceremonies
Radford, VA (05/04/2024) — Radford University concluded its commencement ceremonies today, celebrating the academic achievements of approximately 1,400 graduates. The ceremonies, held on both Friday evening and Saturday, honored the hard work and dedication of students who have successfully completed their degree programs.
The undergraduate commencement ceremony, held on Moffett Lawn on Saturday, saw the participation of nearly 1,100 students. More than 300 students participated in Friday evening's undergraduate ceremony, highlighting the diversity and breadth of talent among Radford's graduating class.
Among the graduating cohort are 353 first-generation graduates, marking a significant milestone in their families' educational journeys. The class boasted a wide age range, with the youngest graduate being 19 years old and the oldest 69. Additionally, the commencement ceremonies celebrated the accomplishments of five sets of twins, adding a unique touch to the festivities.
Radford University extends its heartfelt congratulations to all graduates and wishes them success and fulfillment in their future endeavors.
MEDIA FOR DOWNLOAD
Pictures from Saturday's undergraduate ceremonies can be downloaded from this link: https://we.tl/t-OCkyQWaxB6
The undergraduate commencement ceremony video can be viewed here: https://vimeo.com/938736822
And the graduate hooding ceremony on Friday evening is viewable from this link: https://vimeo.com/938734766
Radford University
Justin Ward (540) 831-1953, jward53@radford.eduShare this Story
Recent News
- Radford University expert available: Kristi Noem out at DHS, what happens next?
- Radford University expert available: Economic impacts of U.S. strikes on Iran and the widening Middle East conflict
- HAPPENING TODAY: Zoom interviews available with student researchers in Alaska
- Radford University helps address Virginia's teacher shortage through targeted licensure support
- Virginia nursing students to convene at Radford University for statewide annual convention
- News Advisory: Radford University to hold disaster training simulation for nursing students
- Jobs for Virginia Graduates Ignite Competition brings "Shark Tank"-style student pitches to Radford University
- Internationally acclaimed Pianist Nick van Bloss returns to Radford University as international artist in residence
- Jeffery Aspelmeier selected to lead Radford University's College of Humanities and Behavioral Sciences as dean
- Radford University's George Zama '25 gives back to families in need, reflects on time as student