February  13, 2026

On Jan. 29, first-year Radford University Physician Assistant (PA) students in Roanoke volunteered with Roanoke’s Homelessness Assistance Team to complete the Point In Time count. Each year the PA class has the opportunity to participate, and it helps them learn about the homeless population in Roanoke, as well as provide some care bags and resources to those they work with. 

Thank you to the team for their dedication to this population and fellow volunteers for braving the cold temperatures!

The Division of Finance and Administration joins with the entire Highlander community in congratulating the Chick-fil-A team on the main campus at Radford University for being recognized as Guardians of the Brand.

Chick-fil-A says that this is an award given to individual restaurants and their teams who achieve elite food safety status by getting perfect “1” scores for four consecutive quarters, demonstrating exceptional commitment to cleanliness, food safety and guest experience and upholding the brand’s high standards for quality and care.

It’s a prestigious recognition for operational excellence, reflecting deep dedication and teamwork in serving safe, high-quality food in a spotless, welcoming environment.

This recognition is a true reflection of manager Donna Cannon’s leadership and the hard work of her incredible team, who consistently go above and beyond to deliver brand-worthy excellence, care and Chick-fil-A standards every single day.

Join us in celebrating this well-deserved achievement.

To improve the process for recruiting internally, the Radford University Department of Human Resources has created an internal career site in PageUp. Postings made to the internal career site will be locked behind the Radford University Single Sign-On (SSO), so only individuals with active login credentials will be able to view and apply. To have a posting created on the internal career site, select the “Internal Career Site” checkbox in the Advertising section of the job card when creating an advertisement request in PageUp.

To access the internal career site, search “Internal Career Site” in OneCampus. After selecting the tile, press the red “Click Here” button to enter your SSO credentials and view current internal postings. A job aid for the new site is available on the PageUp Resources webpage.

Radford University’s 2026 Student Awards are just around the corner, and the Division of Student Affairs invites employees to help recognize the outstanding students, organizations and advisors who make a lasting impact on our campus. These awards celebrate excellence in leadership, service, involvement and dedication across the Radford community.

Nominations are now open and close on Sunday, March 22.

Do you know a student, organization or advisor who deserves recognition? You are encouraged to submit a nomination and help honor those who go above and beyond.

Award categories include:

You can submit nominations through RU Involved.

The Student Awards Ceremony will take place on Friday, April 24, at 6 p.m. in the Hurlburt Student Center Auditorium, followed by a reception in the Bonnie combo rooms with light refreshments. RSVP through RU Involved to attend the ceremony.

Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the very best of Radford University as we recognize the individuals and organizations who help make our campus exceptional.

Need help with your taxes? The Radford University Davis College of Business and Economics has you covered.

You can have your taxes done for free through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program at Kyle Hall Suite 240. Services are available from now through Wednesday, April 15, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Walk-ins only. Anyone earning under $80,000 per year qualifies.

What to bring:

Please note: If married and filing jointly, your spouse must be present to use these services.

CoWorks@The HUB is putting fresh touches on its space, including new signage that reflects the vibrant, collaborative spirit at the heart of what it does. As it continues to grow and evolve, you’ll notice new elements appearing throughout the space — small updates that make a big difference in how the community connects and creates.

Open to the university community during business hours, CoWorks@The HUB offers a welcoming environment for students and employees to focus, collaborate and connect. 

Memberships and meeting spaces are also available to the general public and community partners, making it easy for anyone to plug in and be part of the momentum. You are invited to come in and explore the space. Have a seat, grab a coffee or a snack and enjoy your time at The HUB at Radford University.

Are you assigning group work to your students? Did you know that University Libraries offers a variety of group study spots? Here are just a few of the options:

At McConnell Library on the main campus

At the RUC Library in Roanoke
The RUC Library has several different spaces for group work.

The Radford University Center for Career & Talent Development will host the Annual Spring Etiquette Dinner on Tuesday, March 10, from 6-7:30 p.m. in Kyle Hall 340. Let your students know about this great opportunity.

This event provides our students with the opportunity to enjoy a free three-course meal while they learn how to interact with others in a professional setting. Participants can use this dinner to develop their professional networking and dining etiquette skills.

The event’s etiquette instructor is Kathleen Harshberger, a Radford University alumna, graduate of the Protocol School of Washington and a certified consultant and trainer in business etiquette. 

This will be a fun, judgment-free environment.

Radford University’s Department of Academic Technologies is offering training opportunities on the following topics over the next month. Training is open to all employees and students. All sessions are in Walker Hall 275 on the main campus, with the option to join remotely. Click on a link below to learn more and register for the training.

The Radford University Department of Human Resources is offering training, both in person and via Zoom, for anyone who needs a refresher on the performance management system or creating goals in the SMART format. Visit the Training and Development webpage to sign up for a session.

In addition to performance training, there are videos available on demand for all systems in PageUp. Visit the PageUp Resources webpage to access and view these videos, as well as other resources helpful to applicant tracking and performance management.

The Radford University Office of Sponsored Programs and Grants Management will host the webinar “Revamping Your Grantseeking Strategy in a Changing Landscape” on Thursday, Feb. 26, from noon to 12:45 p.m.

As funding priorities and requirements evolve, grant seekers must adapt their strategies to remain competitive. This webinar, provided by Hanover Research, will offer insights into updating your approach in seeking external funding, including strategies for tracking trends, revising proposal narratives and exploring new opportunities. Participants will learn how to respond to shifts in the funding environment and position their projects for success.

Speakers will include Tom Kuhn, Senior Grants Consultant at Hanover Research, and Clinton Doggett, Senior Grants Advisor at Hanover Research.

Unable to attend? Register and you will receive a copy of the recording and slides after the webinar.

Join Radford alum Jen Stanford, author of the book “De-Stressed,” as she shares how your calm is greater than your stress. Stanford will be on campus as part of the Calm Day events, including the following activities:

Find out how members of the Radford University family are using their education and experience to do extraordinary things – on-campus and beyond – in our latest Highlanders in the News feature story.

Center of “Gravity”:
Artist Jane Cheek

A Different Beat:
Courtney Ballantine ’00

New novelist shines “… Under the Lights”: Cassie Miller ’07