October 6, 2023

An exciting new chapter is coming for Radford University.

You are invited to join us in the Bondurant Auditorium in Preston Hall on the main campus on Friday, Oct. 20, at 10 a.m. as we raise a new shield and unveil something new to the Highlander community!

The Radford University Division of Economic Development and Corporate Education and the Radford Chamber of Commerce cordially invite all Radford University faculty and staff to The HUB at Radford for Economic Development ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, Oct. 17, from 1 to 3 p.m. at 1000 E. Main Street, Radford.

Parking will be available at The HUB and across the street at the gravel lot on the corner of E. Main Street and Tyler Avenue.

Radford University’s ninth annual personal storytelling event, Humans of Radford, will take place on Monday, Oct. 16, on the McConnell Library Lawn. Engage in authentic short conversations to promote understanding, challenge preconceptions, and encourage mutual respect. 

If you have a personal story you would be willing to share in either a one-on-one or small group setting, this is your chance to share your experiences with fellow members of the Radford University community.

The Division of Student Affairs is accepting applications online – volunteer to share your story, for as little as an hour. Submit your story’s title and brief summary by clicking the link below. If you are seeking an accommodation to participate in the event, reach out at least 10 days before the event to help Student Life plan by contacting Alyssa Archer at aarcher2@radford.edu or 540-831-5688.

This event is sponsored by McConnell Library, the Citizen Leader Program, the Center for Diversity & Inclusion, the Center for Accessibility Services and the Interdisciplinary Humanities Research Lab as part of Humanities Days.

For more information, contact Alyssa Archer at aarcher2@radford.edu or 540-831-5688.

The Radford University School of Nursing invites all alumni, faculty, staff and friends to a celebration in recognition of 50 years of nursing at Radford University during Homecoming on Friday, Oct. 20, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. in the Joseph P. Scartelli Atrium in the Douglas and Beatrice Covington Center for Visual and Performing Arts.

Hors d'oeuvres and beverages will be served. Dress code is come as you are!

While on campus, check out the Clinical Simulation Center on the third floor of Cook Hall, Room 327. Tours of the center will be available on Friday, Oct. 20, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. on a first-come, first-served basis.

As part of the 2023 Homecoming activities, The Voltage Brothers will perform on Moffett Lawn on Saturday, Oct. 21, from 2 to 5 p.m. Alumni, faculty, staff, students and friends are invited to this free concert in Alumni Village, the largest event of Homecoming Weekend!

In addition to the concert, Alumni Village will feature an alumni T-shirt giveaway, Highlander Kids Zone, men’s rugby alumni game at 3 p.m. and the Parade of Tents, where alumni will be welcomed by student groups and departments.

Mix and mingle with alumni and friends inside the “What’s Under the Kilt?” beverage area featuring band views and a cash bar. Must be 21 years or older to consume alcohol. ID check required. Cash only. On-site food vendors will be on hand to complement the live music and festivities. Bring your chairs and blankets for this free event.

The Department of Public Health and Healthcare Leadership invites you to Trauma Basics Training, offered on Thursday, Nov. 2, from 5  to 7 p.m., virtually by Zoom and in person in room 617 at Radford University Carilion (RUC) in Roanoke.

This training is open to all Radford University students, faculty and staff. Registration is required.

It will be presented by Decca Knight, trauma specialist and coordinator, Roanoke Valley Trauma Informed Community Network, and will bring understanding and awareness to trauma-informed care models and organizations; identify some of the common behavioral presentations in the wake of trauma; and help explain how protective factors support resiliency.

In honor of National Coming Out Day, Radford University Carilion (RUC) Student Affairs is seeking faculty and staff to serve on a panel to share their coming out story. The panel will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 11, at noon in the Highlander House on the fourth floor of RUC in Roanoke.

More than 50 K-12 teachers, administrators and counselors from across the New River Valley gathered for food, fellowship and a preview of the new Artis Center for Adaptive Innovation and Creativity at Radford University during the Highlander Education Appreciation reception on Tuesday, Oct. 3.  The first event of its kind for local educators was coordinated by Radford University's Departments of Alumni Relations, Athletics, Enrollment Management and the College of Education and Human Development.

Did you know the Dean of Students Office offers a coat closet for students? You can donate gently used and cleaned coats, hats, scarves and gloves to the closet by dropping your items off at Heth Hall 274 on the main campus. Thanks for helping to make sure Highlanders are prepared for the winter!