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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.

The NCAA recognizes the efforts of Charlene Curtis ’76 and Alex Guerra ’11; Radford Department of Political Science Chair Chapman Rackaway previews Virginia’s 2026 General Assembly for WDBJ-7; and freshman Connor Worthington donates time to a worthy cause in his hometown.

After months of planning, Radford University’s new strategic plan is in place.

More than a half-dozen Radford business students were recent recipients of individual awards totaling $23,500, and the local chapter of their academic society netted an additional $1,000, money that will help them travel to events in their field.

Budding sportswriter already has substantial experience covering collegiate sports for a variety of media outlets.

“Radford is a fantastic school to do research,” Gary said. “There are so many opportunities here, and you feel very, very, very supported.”

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

Kayla Fields is gaining hands-on research experience examining water quality in the Chesapeake Bay.

Six Highlanders are ranked among The Roanoker magazine’s latest “40 Under 40” listings; sportswriting sophomore Josh Poslusny is all about the bylines; Tanisha Nash ’02, M.S.W. ’07, answers 10 questions from The Roanoke Tribune; and Andrew Reedy ’13 is one of Salem’s top teachers.

Radford University has selected Jeffery Aspelmeier, Ph.D., to serve as dean of the College of Humanities and Behavioral Sciences (CHBS), following a national search conducted during the fall 2025 semester.

George Zama ’25 has always believed that success means little unless it elevates others.

New River Community College (NRCC) and Radford University have announced a new collaboration: a shared student advisor position designed to strengthen transfer pathways and improve student success.