Radford University
RadWelcome
August 16 - September 26, 2025
Radford Welcome Weeks are full of exciting activities, events, movies and more! We are really excited to help you connect and find your place in our community. Plan to attend the events and get to know Radford University and your fellow Highlanders!
All events are free! Please bring your Radford University OneCard ID to all activities. Share your welcome weeks experiences on social media with #RadWelcome!
Keep your eye on this page as we are adding events regularly!
Radford Main Campus Events
| DATE | EVENT | TIME | LOCATION | |
| Saturday, August 16, 2025-Wednesday, August 20, 2025 | Higher Ground | Step out of your comfort zone and onto an equal playing field where you can focus on communication, building friendships, and better self-understanding. Pre-registration is required: Higher Ground . Sponsored by Student Recreation and Wellness | ||
| Wednesday, August 20, 2025-Friday, August 22, 2025 | Highlander Haulers | A Highlander Hauler is a campus community member (student, faculty, staff) who assists fellow Highlanders and their families with making move-in a fun and positive experience! You will be assigned to a specific location where you will welcome students and their families, assist them with unloading their items, directing traffic and parking, and help manage the distribution of move-in carts. Pre-registration is required: Highlander Hauler Registration | ||
| Friday, August 22, 2025 | New Student Convocation | Join in this important campus tradition! Inspiring kick-off to your Radford journey, free gift, and class photo. | 5 p.m. | TBD |
| Friday, August 22, 2025 | Movie on Moffett |
Start your year off under the stars with one of Radford’s favorite traditions—Movie on Moffett, hosted by R-SPaCE! Help us choose the movie! Cast your vote here! Hosted by R-SPaCE |
9.p.m. | Moffett Lawn |
| Saturday, August 23, 2025 | Radford Community Fest | Students, families, community members and visitors are invited to join us for a day of live music, entertainment, vendors, food trucks, a kid's zone play area and a beer garden. Radford Community Fest is free to attend! Co-hosted by the City of Radford and Radford University. More information can be found at https://www.radfordcommunityfest.com/ | 11.a.m.-6 p.m. | East Main Street, Downtown Radford |
| Saturday, August 23, 2025 | Bonnie Bash | Don't miss the campus-wide carnival to kick-off the Fall 2025 semester! Free to all Radford University students. Games, food, competition, music, and fun! Hosted by R-SPaCE | 8 p.m.-10 p.m. | Bonnie Plaza |
| Sunday, August 24, 2025 | Library Open House | Hosted by the University Libraries. | 2 p.m.-5 p.m. | McConnell Library |
| Sunday, August 24, 2025 | SGA Tailgate | Come out for food, music, swag, games and community ahead of the women's soccer game! Go Highlanders! Hosted by the Student Government Association. | Noon | Lot E |
| Sunday, August 24, 2025 | Hazing Prevention Training |
Student Involvement and Fraternity and Sorority Life recognize that incidents of hazing occur in many types of clubs, organizations, and teams which is why we are committed to increasing awareness regarding hazing prevention for all registered clubs and organizations. In January 2022, Senate Bill 439, also called “Adam’s Law” which focuses on hazing prevention for all colleges in Virginia, passed with a unanimous vote from the Virginia Senate. The law is named in memory of VCU student Adam Oakes, who died in February 2021. To be in compliance with Adam’s Law, Student Involvement is offering this training to all members of clubs and organizations. |
3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. | Bondurant Auditorium |
| Monday, August 25, 2025 | First Day Photos | Have your #FDOC photo made with the Highlander and the Radford University backdrop! Your family and your social feed will love it! Hosted by the Student Government Association. | 1 p.m.-4 p.m. | The Fountain |
| Monday, August 25, 2025 | Pop at the Clocks and Patio | Come grab a cold soda (or pop) on your way to class from 11am-1pm at the Heth Clocks and Trinkle Patio. Hosted by Connected Communities. | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Heth Clocks and Trinkle Patio |
| Monday, August 25, 2025 | Welcome Tables | New to campus? Need help finding a building? We've got you. Look for the volunteers at tents across campus to lend a hand! Hosted by: Student Involvement and Alumni Relations. | 7:45 a.m.-1 p.m. | Fountain, Clocks, Waldron, Bonnie Plaza |
| Tuesday, August 26, 2025 |
Welcome Tables |
New to campus? Need help finding a building? We've got you. Look for the volunteers at tents across campus to lend a hand! Hosted by: Student Involvement and Alumni Relations. |
7:45 a.m.-1 p.m. | Fountain, Clocks, Waldron, Bonnie Plaza |
| Tuesday, August 26, 2025 | Hazing Prevention Training |
Student Involvement and Fraternity and Sorority Life recognize that incidents of hazing occur in many types of clubs, organizations, and teams which is why we are committed to increasing awareness regarding hazing prevention for all registered clubs and organizations. In January 2022, Senate Bill 439, also called “Adam’s Law” which focuses on hazing prevention for all colleges in Virginia, passed with a unanimous vote from the Virginia Senate. The law is named in memory of VCU student Adam Oakes, who died in February 2021. To be in compliance with Adam’s Law, Student Involvement is offering this training to all members of clubs and organizations. |
Noon-1 p.m. | Bonnie Auditorium |
| Tuesday, August 26, 2025 | Library Game Night | Board Games! Card Games! Nintendo Switch! We’ve got it all at McConnell Library’s weekly Game Night. Bring your favorite board game or choose from our piles of classic and modern games. Meet new people, hang with friends, relax and have fun at the library! Hosted by the University Libraries. | 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m. | McConnell Library |
| Wednesday, August 27, 2025 | Welcome Tables | New to campus? Need help finding a building? We've got you. Look for the volunteers at tents across campus to lend a hand! Hosted by: Student Involvement and Alumni Relations. | 7:45 a.m.-1 p.m. | Fountain, Clocks, Waldron, Bonnie Plaza |
| Wednesday, August 27, 2025 | Library Lofi Lounge | The Lofi Study Lounge @ McConnell Library... featuring programmable LED lights, a sound system with 3 synced displays, desks, tables, beanbags, couches, and so many whiteboards. Hosted by University Libraries. | 5 p.m.-Midnight | McConnell Library |
| Thursday, August 28, 2025 | Connected Communities Kick-off | Join Connected Communities for some fun, live performances, games, and info gathering to help you find your community on campus and inquire about what we do and who we are? Hosted by: Connected Communities | 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. | Heth Lawn |
| Thursday, August 28, 2025 | Hazing Prevention Training |
Student Involvement and Fraternity and Sorority Life recognize that incidents of hazing occur in many types of clubs, organizations, and teams which is why we are committed to increasing awareness regarding hazing prevention for all registered clubs and organizations. In January 2022, Senate Bill 439, also called “Adam’s Law” which focuses on hazing prevention for all colleges in Virginia, passed with a unanimous vote from the Virginia Senate. The law is named in memory of VCU student Adam Oakes, who died in February 2021. To be in compliance with Adam’s Law, Student Involvement is offering this training to all members of clubs and organizations. |
Noon - 1 p.m. | Bonnie Auditorium |
| Friday, August 29, 2025 | National College Colors Day! Show your spirit by wearing your Highlander gear! | All Day | ||
| Friday, August 29, 2025 | Fall Club Fair | Don't miss out on this annual tradition! Pick up info on opportunities at Radford, sign up for clubs and student organizations, find great opportunities, free food, good times - be there! Hosted by Student Involvement. | 2 p.m.-5 p.m. | Moffett Lawn |
| Friday, August 29, 2025 | Free Game Room | First Fridays Free Game Room! On the first Friday of every month, the Game Room is free to you! Billiards, air hockey, arcade games, and more! Hosted by Student Involvement. | 3 p.m.-Midnight | The Bonnie |
| Sunday, August 31, 2025 | Highlander Float | Join us and dive into a water adventure at Radford University's Highlander Float! Glide down the New River with friends, laughter, and inflatables. Hosted by Student Recreation and Wellness. | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Meet at Lot Z |
| Tuesday, September 2, 2025 | Library Game Night | Board Games! Card Games! Nintendo Switch! We’ve got it all at McConnell Library’s weekly Game Night. Bring your favorite board game or choose from our piles of classic and modern games. Meet new people, hang with friends, relax and have fun at the library! Hosted by the University Libraries. | 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m. | McConnell Library |
| Tuesday, September 2, 2025 | Panhellenic Council Preview |
Are you interested in joining a Panhellenic Sorority? Have you already registered for Formal Recruitment? Come meet all five of the Panhellenic Sororities at Radford before Formal Recruitment! Hosted by the Panhellenic Council. |
5 p.m. - 7 p.m. | MAC Courts Lower Level SRWC |
| Tuesday, September 2, 2025 | Hazing Prevention Training |
Student Involvement and Fraternity and Sorority Life recognize that incidents of hazing occur in many types of clubs, organizations, and teams which is why we are committed to increasing awareness regarding hazing prevention for all registered clubs and organizations. In January 2022, Senate Bill 439, also called “Adam’s Law” which focuses on hazing prevention for all colleges in Virginia, passed with a unanimous vote from the Virginia Senate. The law is named in memory of VCU student Adam Oakes, who died in February 2021. To be in compliance with Adam’s Law, Student Involvement is offering this training to all members of clubs and organizations. |
7 p.m. - 8 p.m. | Bonnie Auditorium |
| Wednesday, September 3, 2025 | Hazing Prevention Training |
Student Involvement and Fraternity and Sorority Life recognize that incidents of hazing occur in many types of clubs, organizations, and teams which is why we are committed to increasing awareness regarding hazing prevention for all registered clubs and organizations. In January 2022, Senate Bill 439, also called “Adam’s Law” which focuses on hazing prevention for all colleges in Virginia, passed with a unanimous vote from the Virginia Senate. The law is named in memory of VCU student Adam Oakes, who died in February 2021. To be in compliance with Adam’s Law, Student Involvement is offering this training to all members of clubs and organizations. |
Noon - 1 p.m. | Bonnie Auditorium |
| Wednesday, September 3, 2025 | Library Lofi Lounge | The Lofi Study Lounge @ McConnell Library... featuring programmable LED lights, a sound system with 3 synced displays, desks, tables, beanbags, couches, and so many whiteboards. Hosted by University Libraries. | 5 p.m.-Midnight | McConnell Library |
| Thursday, September, 4, 2025 | First Gen Welcome Back Picnic - Eat and Greet | A relaxed gathering to welcome First Gen students back to campus. Hosted by Connected Communities. | 10 a.m. - Noon | Heth Lawn |
| Thursday, September, 4, 2025 | FSL Kickoff | Kickoff the 2025-2026 year with some fun and treats on the Bonnie Plaza! Hosted by Fraternity and Sorority Life. | 6 p.m.-7 p.m. | Bonnie Plaza |
| Friday, Friday, September 5, 2025 | Free Game Room | First Fridays Free Game Room! On the first Friday of every month, the Game Room is free to you! Billiards, air hockey, arcade games, and more! Hosted by Student Involvement. | 3 p.m.-Midnight | The Bonnie |
| Monday, September 8, 2025 | Hazing Prevention Training |
Student Involvement and Fraternity and Sorority Life recognize that incidents of hazing occur in many types of clubs, organizations, and teams which is why we are committed to increasing awareness regarding hazing prevention for all registered clubs and organizations. In January 2022, Senate Bill 439, also called “Adam’s Law” which focuses on hazing prevention for all colleges in Virginia, passed with a unanimous vote from the Virginia Senate. The law is named in memory of VCU student Adam Oakes, who died in February 2021. To be in compliance with Adam’s Law, Student Involvement is offering this training to all members of clubs and organizations. |
Noon - 1 p.m. | Bonnie Auditorium |
| Tuesday, September 9, 2025 | Library Game Night | Board Games! Card Games! Nintendo Switch! We’ve got it all at McConnell Library’s weekly Game Night. Bring your favorite board game or choose from our piles of classic and modern games. Meet new people, hang with friends, relax and have fun at the library! Hosted by the University Libraries. | 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m. | McConnell Library |
| Wednesday, September 10, 2025 | Wellness Fair |
Come play games and engage in conversation with the wellness resources on campus! Hosted by Peer Health Educators. |
11 a.m. - 3 p.m. | TBD |
| Wednesday, September 10, 2025 | Hazing Prevention Training |
Student Involvement and Fraternity and Sorority Life recognize that incidents of hazing occur in many types of clubs, organizations, and teams which is why we are committed to increasing awareness regarding hazing prevention for all registered clubs and organizations. In January 2022, Senate Bill 439, also called “Adam’s Law” which focuses on hazing prevention for all colleges in Virginia, passed with a unanimous vote from the Virginia Senate. The law is named in memory of VCU student Adam Oakes, who died in February 2021. To be in compliance with Adam’s Law, Student Involvement is offering this training to all members of clubs and organizations. |
7 p.m. - 8 p.m. | Bonnie Auditorium |
| Wednesday, September 10, 2025 | Library Lofi Lounge | The Lofi Study Lounge @ McConnell Library... featuring programmable LED lights, a sound system with 3 synced displays, desks, tables, beanbags, couches, and so many whiteboards. Hosted by University Libraries. | 5 p.m.-Midnight | McConnell Library |
| Thursday, September 11, 2025 | Friendship Bracelet and Healthy Relationships | Fun and creative event that combines bracelet-making with meaningful conversations. Hosted by Connected Communities. | Noon - 4 p.m. | Trinkle 162 Patio |
| Friday, September 12, 2025 | Free Game Room | First Fridays Free Game Room! On the first Friday of every month, the Game Room is free to you! Billiards, air hockey, arcade games, and more! Hosted by Student Involvement. | 3 p.m.-Midnight | The Bonnie |
| Wednesday, September 17, 2025 | Paint and Learn -LatinX Heritage Month Celebration | Join us as we celebrate LatinX Heritage Month. This interactive event includes painting & trivia highlighting history, achievements, and culture. All are welcome, whether you’re here to test your knowledge, learn something new, or just enjoy the vibrant atmosphere! Hosted by Connected Communities. | 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. | Heth 157 |
| Friday, Friday, September 19, 2025 | Free Game Room | First Fridays Free Game Room! On the first Friday of every month, the Game Room is free to you! Billiards, air hockey, arcade games, and more! Hosted by Student Involvement. | 3 p.m.-Midnight | The Bonnie |
| Friday, September 26, 2025 - Sunday, September 28, 2025 | Family and Friends Weekend 2025 |
Mark your calendars to join us! Celebrate Family and Friends Weekend with us. It is free to all visitors, families and friends alike. There are some ticketed events and meals have associated costs. Visit Radford Family and Friends Weekend for full details. |
Noon Friday - Noon Sunday | Radford University |