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09/03/2026

The Respiratory Therapy Program welcomed its juniors and seniors to kick off the semester. Looking for a great career in healthcare that's in HIGH DEMAND consider becoming a respiratory therapist with Radford University

08/31/2026

A $100,000 grant from the Appalachian Power Foundation will help Radford University expand access to healthcare in rural communities while providing students with hands-on experiences that prepare them to serve where they are needed most.

A $100,000 grant from the Appalachian Power Foundation will help Radford University expand access to healthcare in rural communities while providing students with hands-on experiences that prepare them to serve where they are needed most.

08/27/2026

Club Fair is the perfect way to start the new academic year and find your community! Don't miss fun giveawayays, activities and more. 🎪 Whether you're in Radford or Roanoke, make it a goal to get involved. What clubs are you most interested in? Let us know!

🔹 Friday, August 28, from 2 - 5 p.m. at Moffett Lawn (main campus)

🔹Tuesday, September 1, from 12 - 1 p.m. in RUC 401 (Roanoke)

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08/26/2026

Welcome Dr. Ashley Wells as the new Assistant Vice President for Health Sciences. We are excited to have you become part of the Radford University family.

RADFORD – Radford University has selected Ashley Wells as assistant vice president for health sciences, following a national search. She began her duties on Tuesday, Aug. 25. Wells will report to Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs Bethany Usher. The position has been newly d...

08/25/2026

Waldron was well represented at the Radford Community Fest event on Saturday alongside the Radford University CARES Mobile Health Clinic. Thanks to Dean Cox and Radford University School of Social Work Director Dr. Vandergrift.

08/24/2026

Welcome back, Highlanders! ❤️🤍

Whether you're beginning your first semester or returning for another year, we're excited to have you on campus. Our college is home to a variety of undergraduate majors and graduate programs, all united by one shared goal: preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Please introduce yourself in the comments below and make some new connections within our community. 👋

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08/21/2026

We're bringing care, education and innovation to our communities. 🚑

Radford University CARES (Community, Access, Resources, Education, and Service) Mobile Health Clinic integrates faculty expertise, student learning and community partnerships to address local needs. This is accomplished by expanding access to healthcare and mental health resources while allowing students to engage in meaningful, hands-on experiences.

We hope to see you at one of our many events September - November. Find the full schedule here: https://www.radford.edu/nursing/mobile-health-clinic.html

CARES is co-led by the Radford University College of Nursing and Waldron College of Health and Human Services.

The Radford University CARES (Community, Access, Resources, Education, and Service) Mobile Health Clinic (MHC) is an innovative, faculty-led, student-run initiative that delivers high-quality, compassionate care directly to communities across both Roanoke and New River Valleys and Southwest Virginia...

08/20/2026

Dean Cox welcomed back faculty and staff yesterday at the annual "All College" meeting. Provost Usher, provided updates along with Dean Cox and Dr. Ashley Wells was introduced as the new Assistant VP for Health Sciences. Congratulations to our faculty and staff award winners. Faculty and staff also had some fun playing bingo and building structures out of spaghetti sticks and one marshmellow. Radford University Carilion Radford University

08/19/2026

There's still time to register for the 3rd Annual Tartan 5K: A Twilight Run on September 18, 2026! 📅🏃

Participants will receive a finisher medal, swag bag and free cup of tropical ice.

⏰ 6:10 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
📍 River's Edge North, Roanoke VA

Sign up today: https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/Roanoke/RUCTartan5k

08/17/2026

The Emergency Services Program offers American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) courses for students, faculty, staff, and members of the community!

Learn how to promptly recognize several life-threatening emergencies, give high-quality chest compressions, deliver appropriate breaths and ventilations, and provide early use of an AED. 🚑 Additionally, the course trains participants on Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and fulfills the requirements for clinical course participation at Radford University Main Campus and Radford University Carilion (RUC).

📅 Upcoming dates: August 24 and 26, September 9, October 7, November 11, December 9. Additional 2027 dates available.

📌 Location: Radford University at Carilion Roanoke Community Hospital, 101 Elm Ave SE, Roanoke, VA 24013, Room 203

Interested? Learn more: https://www.radford.edu/continuing-education/basic-life-support.html