College News

Youssef Bouzidi ’99 carries his tennis skills into the realm of pickleball; MBA student Zach Van Curen ’25 enjoys some poolside employment; the Roanoke Ballet Theatre’s longest-tenured dancer, LeeAnn Elder ’14, opts for a change of pace; and students Sydney Caban and JaMiya Smith each collect a pair of scholarships.

Radford University celebrated its Class of 2026 during Spring Commencement ceremonies held May 1-2, highlighted by an inspiring address from alumnus Eugene Naughton '89, president of The Dollywood Company.

At Radford University, finding your place is just the beginning. Seven graduates from the Class of 2026 share what they’re taking with them through stories and video, each symbolized by a meaningful item in a red suitcase. Together, they show how the Radford experience extends far beyond campus.

The 25th International Guitar Festival on April 10 and 11 features acclaimed performers, exotic instruments, free public concerts and educational masterclasses on the main campus.

Radford's Department of Theatre brings the darkly comic musical "Little Shop of Horrors" to life beginning March 31.

Get to know seven graduates of the Class of Winter 2025 and the moments that made their Radford journey unforgettable.

Women’s basketball coach Mike McGuire scores a record; artist Sydne Moseley, M.F.A. ’23, gets her opening; Kyle Rosner ’15 drums up biz in Botetourt; Glenn Spangler, M.S. ’99, and La’Tisha Chambers ’20 are enshrined in a local athletic Hall of Fame.

Radford’s resources for students and interns are covered by Cardinal News; Jon Murrill ’12 paints his way to an artistic prize; and Nelson Harris ’87 recalls Roanoke’s Flood of ’85 on its anniversary.

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.

Professor of Art Carlee Bradbury spoke about the history and misconceptions of princess culture in an interview with the public radio program “With Good Reason.”

Sidelined by injuries last year, junior Leah Bratton recovered, then spent the summer researching and arranging piano compositions specifically designed to be played with the left hand only. She will present her work as a Student Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) participant on campus on Oct. 14.

More than 300 Virginia high school students attended the Governor’s School for Visual and Performing Arts and Humanities this summer at Radford University.