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Radford University sees significant growth in local enrollment through targeted recruitment efforts
Radford University's strategic focus on local recruitment efforts has yielded impressive results, with a substantial increase in enrollment from high schools and community colleges within a 100-mile radius of the campus. This growth is evident across b...
Aug 29, 2024, 4:46pm EDT
Radford University Subject Matter Expert Guide Fall 2024
Radford University is home to dozens of subject matter experts who stand ready to share their expertise with interested reporters. The Office of Marketing and Communication compiled a list of faculty in each of our seven academic colleges who have know...
Aug 29, 2024, 12:32pm EDT
Media Advisory: Radford University move-in begins today
Radford University faculty and staff will welcome students to campus starting Wednesday, Aug. 15, for the first of three Move-in Days. This is a Highlander tradition to welcome our students for the new academic year. The most students are anticipated t...
Aug 21, 2024, 11:44am EDT
Forbes lists Radford University geospatial intelligence online certificate program among 2024's best
Forbes.com recently selected Radford University's online geospatial intelligence (GEOINT) certificate among the top GIS programs in the United States. In rankings released this summer, Forbes placed Radford University No. 3 on its list of Best GIS Cer...
Aug 20, 2024, 10:59am EDT
Radford University in Roanoke announces inaugural Tartan 5k: A Twilight Run
Radford University is proud to announce the inaugural Tartan 5K: A Twilight Run. This glow run will take place Sept. 20 at the Tinker Creek Greenway in Fallon Park, following a scenic path along the Roanoke River. The race kicks off at 6:15 p.m. The ev...
Aug 12, 2024, 8:00am EDT
Radford University, Virginia Tech partnership accelerates pathway to agricultural and applied economics master's degree
A new partnership between Radford University and Virginia Tech offers students a unique opportunity to fast-track their education. The 4+1 undergraduate/graduate program in Virginia Tech's Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics within the Col...
Jul 17, 2024, 9:00am EDT
SCHEV award creates pathway to success for Pell-eligible Radford University undergraduates
The State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) has awarded a $1.2 million grant to Radford University to establish a program designed to increase retention and graduation rates of Pell Grant-eligible and low-income undergraduate students at...
Jul 5, 2024, 8:00am EDT
Radford University Tops Big South Conference with 85.50% of Student-Athletes on Presidential Honor Roll
Radford University has set a new standard in the Big South Conference, with an impressive 85.50% of its 269 eligible student-athletes being named to the Big South Presidential Honor Roll for the 2023-24 academic year. This achievement marks the highest...
Jul 2, 2024, 8:00am EDT
Governor appoints members to the Radford University Board of Visitors
Gov. Glenn Youngkin has announced the appointment of four members and the reappointment of one member to the Radford University Board of Visitors to serve four-year terms, beginning July 1. New appointments include Dale Ardizzone '85, M.S. '86, of Cha...
Jul 1, 2024, 5:11pm EDT
Radford University and City of Radford to Host Inaugural Radford Community Fest 2024
The City of Radford and Radford University are happy to announce the inaugural Radford Community Fest, set to take place on August 24, 2024. This exciting event will be held on East Main Street in Radford, spanning from Third Avenue to Tyler Avenue, fr...
Jul 1, 2024, 8:00am EDT