Radford University Carilion Campus Life

Looking for something to do over the summer? Visit the Taubman Museum! All Radford University students, faculty and staff receive free membership.

Access to the Highlander Pantry is available all summer! If you need items, please fill out the request form on RU Involved or scan the QR code. The pantry is available to all students, faculty, and staff and offers discreet access to food and hygiene items.

Join the Highlander Haulers crew! We're looking for volunteers to help with move-in at Patrick Henry on Thursday, August 20. Perks include early move-in, a free T-shirt, and the chance to be part of the excitement as we welcome students back for fall! Scan the QR code to sign up!

Radford University Art Museum is pleased to announce the call for entry for the 2026 Radford Art Show, an annual regional exhibition hosted in Tyler Gallery.

This exhibition highlights the talent of artists living in Virginia’s New River Valley and surrounding regions. RUAM is also pleased to collaborate with the City of Radford in celebration of the Mary Draper Ingles Festival, which showcases our region’s art, music, history, and culture.

The juror for this year’s exhibition is Marcy Criner, an award-winning equestrian portrait and abstract artist based in Virginia. The exhibition features cash prizes and awards, including a $500 Best in Show prize.

Artists in Western and West Central Virginia, age 18 and older, are encouraged to apply.

Entry Deadline: June 21, 2026
Exhibition Dates: July 24 – August 10, 2026
Opening Reception: Saturday, July 25, 2026, 1–4 p.m.
Location: Radford University Art Museum’s Tyler Gallery, 214 Tyler Avenue, Radford, VA 24141

Application fee: $30 for up to 3 works of art
*Fee waiver available for current Radford University students, contact [email protected]

APPLY HERE: https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=17658

Entry is open to all mediums, and all themes are welcome.

We were so excited to meet these new transfer students at Quest yesterday! Welcome to Radford University!

We were so excited to welcome these new first-year Highlanders and their families at Quest yesterday!

Today kicks off the first day of RUC Quest! We are so excited to meet all of our new and transfer students! And, we'd like to recognize and thank this amazing team of Quest Assistants for helping to welcome all of our new Highlanders.