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Held Feb. 12 at Kyle Hall, the statewide JVG Ignite competition – designed to demonstrate innovation, knowledge and preparation – saw five students receive $1,000 each in Radford University scholarship funds.

The school hosted “The Business of Sports” on Oct. 23, a forum at which guest speakers talked about careers in athletics and the changing landscape of the industry. Students also had opportunities to gain professional advice, and the college welcomed men’s basketball coach Zach Chu.

This week: Aspiring physician assistants at Radford University Carilion hold their second health fair; music therapy major Leah Bratton adopts a single-handed approach to the piano; a new business moves into The Hub @ Radford University; and several Highlanders join the faculty rosters of Roanoke County schools.

“The feedback from the students and the firms showed it was another successful event,” said Associate Professor of Accounting Mike Chatham of the most recent Firm Night, which in early September hosted more than 90 students and 30 visiting companies.

More than 200 students attended the event, held Sept. 11 by the Davis College of Business and Economics. The Biz Expo gave students a practical overview of the college’s many majors and disciplines, but it did so with fun, games and a truckload of free ice cream.

Radford University has been awarded a $60,000 grant from the Commonwealth Cyber Initiative (CCI), marking the university’s second award from the organization.

Highlander Highlights shares with readers some of the extraordinary accomplishments happening on and off campus through the tireless work and curiosity of our students, faculty, staff and alumni.

This spacious facility is designed to house creativity, collaboration and innovation among freelancers, startups, remote workers and small businesses while connecting them to university resources and student talent.

Economics instructor Jennifer Elias sees the Wicked Festival as a perfect opportunity for students to dive into the complex problems often involved in doing business.

The Mabry brothers have parlayed their extensive multitasking skills – undertaking classes, internships and numerous jobs, often all at once – into a pathway toward a successful future.

The March 13 gathering on Radford University’s campus drew dozens and dozens of attendees from the worlds of business and education to examine how data analytics can be used to attract and cultivate workforce professionals within the region.

Workforce development strategies for Western Virginia, including talent attraction and retention, will be the focus of the second annual Future of Talent Summit at Radford University’s Artis Center on Thursday, March 13.

The Marketing and Management Employer Showcase and the Career Expo both drew hundreds of student attendees in September. They’re part of an effort by Radford’s new director of Career and Talent Development Lee Svete to cultivate programs and events that connect employer partners with students, staff, faculty and alumni.

The annual forum, held Oct. 16 at Kyle Hall, welcomed New River Valley business owners, including Bukola “Bookie” Fabiyi, a healthcare professional who runs the company We Live and Eat Well, and Max Scheutz, who co-owns and operates Blacksburg’s Oasis World Market.

On Sept. 5, visiting representatives from 25 companies mingled on campus with 80 Radford students and alums for the Davis College of Business and Economics’ annual job fair.

A grant awarded to Radford University enables students to lead two interdisciplinary research projects this fall.

Highlander Highlights shares the extraordinary accomplishments happening on and off campus through the tireless work and curiosity of students and faculty.

“Firm Night,” the business college’s annual gathering, will be held Thursday, Sept. 5, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Multi-Activity Center (MAC) at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center. This year, the event will expand to include information systems majors and Radford business alums.

The 4+1 undergraduate/graduate program allows Radford University students pursuing a bachelor’s degree to earn a master's degree in just one additional year.

July’s Highlanders in the News include: Assistant Professor of Economics Can Dogan in the New York Times; Nathan Piatt ’24 scores at golf; Graphic Design Professor Ken Smith's summer residency, and more.