The Hotsheet (6/22 - 6/28) Jun 30, 2007
The Radford University product is showing signs of life at the plate with a. 340 average this week, compared to his season average of. (Baltimore, TheInsiders.com)
Rudisill Named Virginia Golf Coach of The Year Jun 29, 2007
1 stroke average for Radford University. He placed fifth overall at the Big South Championships, and had seven top 10 finishes, two top five, including one medalist honor in the Lonnie Smalls Tournament, and one second-place finish. (Odusports.com)
Tulane's Dickerson Names Chris Hawkins as Assistant Basketball Coach Jun 22, 2007
Hawkins came to UB from Radford University, where he served as an assistant coach for three seasons ... Hawkins received a bachelor's degree from Radford University and a master's degree in education from National-Louis University. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Tunstall falls 1-0 in state semifinals Jun 14, 2007
It was hot on the Radford University softball field Friday afternoon. And that doesn't count the summer-like weather. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Rams end Grayson run Jun 13, 2007
The Ram offense repeatedly found unoccupied patches of grass and dirt, banging out 14 hits and using two big innings to take a 9-0 lead before holding off a late Grayson County rally for a 9-5 win at Radford University. It was Strasburg's first state baseball title after losses in the 1999 and 2000 championship games. (Galax Gazette, VA)
Five doctors leaving Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center Jun 12, 2007
Hogg earned his undergraduate degree at Radford University, Radford, Va. and his medical degree at Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Generals softball team wins state championship Jun 12, 2007
William Campbell took on the Glenvar Highlanders in the Group A State Championship softball game on Saturday at Radford University. No one knew what to expect from the Lady Generals after they lost senior catcher Dagen Rutledge to a broken arm. (Brookneal Union Star, VA)
Grayson back in finals Jun 11, 2007
The junior right-hander tossed a five-hit shutout, got solid defense behind him and timely offense when it mattered Friday as Grayson earned a second straight trip to the Group A state championship game with a 5-0 win over Lancaster at Radford University. hat a performance, said his coach, Mike Worrell. (Galax Gazette, VA)
Courtland knows brighter days are ahead Jun 10, 2007
Berry's admiration didn't waver after the Cougars' 2-0 loss to Spotsylvania County and Battlefield District rival Riverbend in yesterday's Group AA state championship game at Radford University. "They've just been fantastic," he said of all seven of his seniors. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Courtland, Riverbend to vie for state crown It's the finals for Cougars Jun 9, 2007
GROUP AA At Radford University Yesterday's girls semifinals Courtland 4, Hidden Valley 4 Courtland wins 4-1 on PKs. Riverbend 5, Cave Spring 0. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Bears power way into final Jun 9, 2007
His Knights were in a scoreless tie with Riverbend at halftime of yesterday's Group AA state semifinal at Radford University. But in a span of 17 minutes, Martinez's team was completely ripped apart. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Tunstall falls to Broad Run in state semifinals Jun 9, 2007
Broad Run pushed across a run in the bottom of the ninth Friday to edge Tunstall 1-0 in the Group AA state softball semifinals at Radford University. Broad Run's Kaitlyn Tiplady singled up the middle, driving home Anna Blessing from second with the winning run. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Devils roll into final four Jun 8, 2007
Following Grayson County's loss last year to Goochland in the Group A championship game, a loose brick from the Blue Devil dugout at Radford University found itself in the possession of a Grayson player ... Grayson County continued demolishing opposing pitching Tuesday, earning a return trip to Radford University and the state final four with a 13-3 win over Castlewood in the Group A quarterfinals at the Grayson National Bank Baseball Complex. (Galax Gazette, VA)
Five Cavaliers win state crowns Jun 7, 2007
Marissa Thompson in the 100 meters, and David Dixon, Zach Malpass, Matt Moser and Logan Smyth in the 4 x 400-meter relay won championships at the Group A state track meet Saturday at Radford University. Thompson, a sophomore, won the 100 meters in a time of 12. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Steve Snell, Kevin Carroll Join Air Force Basketball Staff Jun 5, 2007
He served the 1992-93 campaign at the University of North Carolina-Greensboro and also spent two years at Wingate College and one season at Radford University ... Snell, 43, earned a bachelor's degree in recreation management from Radford University in 1988. (Airforcesports.com)
Tulane's Dickerson Tabs Dick Bender as an Assistant Coach for the Green Wave May 31, 2007
Although he will begin his first season at Tulane in 2007-08, Bender is no stranger to Dickerson, as both coaches served on the men's basketball staff at Radford University for four seasons (1992-96). "I am ecstatic to be reunited with Dick Bender," Dickerson said. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Ducks' Skipper sets season mark in pole vault May 26, 2007
Richotte, who is in his one and only season as a Duck, represented Radford University at the NCAA meet in the 2005 season, finishing 10th. The discus title went to Niklas Arrhenius from BYU with a throw of 206-3, beating a field that included the top five performers in the NCAA.. (ESPN -- College Sports)
Blue Devil girls win MED title May 24, 2007
The Region C meet will be this Saturday at Radford University. Mountain Empire District. (Galax Gazette, VA)
Mother protests for son May 10, 2007
Steadman's protest is motivated by her son, Travis, 35, who was thrown out of the back seat of a car while attending Radford University in 1997. He now suffers from a traumatic brain condition. (The Burke Times, VA)
Letters to the Editor: May 3 May 3, 2007
It is now Radford University, a separate entity. I met my husband at Virginia Tech. (Pensacola News Journal)
How Much Should A Student's Parents Know? Apr 30, 2007
"Colleges should do more to make sure everybody is fit to be around other students," says Ashley Brown, a marketing major at Radford University in Virginia. If they can't inform roommates about medical issues, they could still do more background checks and perhaps determine that some students need solo living situations, she suggests. (CBS News)
City All America finalist Apr 27, 2007
Vice-Mayor Laurie Buchwald and retired Radford University Associate Vice President Debbie Brown chaired the All America City application committee along with 24 other local businesses owners, citizens and city employees. Buchwald complimented the efforts of the entire committee during Monday's Radford City Council meeting. (Salem Mainstreet Newspapers, VA)
Radford Relay for Life raises research dollars for ACS Apr 24, 2007
More than 40 teams participated in this year's effort, made up of about one-half Radford University students groups and one-half community-at-large representation. Tri-Chairs Jim Durham, Laura Hood and Shawna Slaughter thanked the packed gymnasium for their participation in a successful year for Radford's RFL. "Thank you from the bottom of our hearts," Durham said. (Radford News Journal, VA)
NYT SUNDAY: From the beginning, he did not talk. Not to other children, not to his own family... Apr 22, 2007
One of the things she told them was that Ms. Hilscher had a boyfriend, Karl D. Thornhill, a senior at nearby Radford University; Ms. Hilscher had spent the weekend with him at his off-campus townhouse, and he had dropped her off at her dorm that morning. Ms. Haughn also told them that Mr. Thornhill had guns and had been shooting them at a range two weeks earlier. (The Drudge Report)
How the deadly day unfolded Apr 22, 2007
Investigators, in their initial interviews with those who knew Hilscher, learned about her boyfriend, a student at nearby Radford University. Maybe it was a domestic incident, they concluded. (The Miami Herald)
Comment: Engineering an end to violence Apr 21, 2007
On the first day of classes, Virginia Tech and nearby Radford University, where our son is a freshman, were locked down when an escaped jail inmate allegedly shot and killed a hospital guard off campus and a sheriff's deputy near the Tech campus. This was an ominous way to start the school year. (EETimes)
Former employee stunned by tragedy Apr 21, 2007
Though Willis' husband and daughter, Beth, graduated the University of Georgia (her son Matt graduated Radford University), Willis claims to still have some "Hokie blood" in her veins, for she and her family lived in Virginia for 23 years. Witnessing the Virginia Tech tragedy, says Willis, "brought back a lot of good memories and a lot of sad ones.". (Eufaula Tribune, AL)
Full Story from The Collegiate Times Apr 21, 2007
The majority of the volunteers for the Salvation Army are student from Radford University and other Virginia schools. "They come in for three- to four-hour cycles," Krunsburg said. (U-Wire.com)
International woman Apr 20, 2007
That time, she will be accompanied by four students from Radford University and North Carolina Agricultural ical State University, a historically black university, she pointed out. She coordinates study abroad for those universities. (Salem Times-Register, VA)
Virginia Tech students have mixed responses to media interviews Apr 20, 2007
Dane Gedney, Radford University student and Blacksburg, Va. resident, thought the experience of having so many media outlets on campus was surreal. (U-Wire.com)
A NATION ASKS WHY Apr 19, 2007
" After the first shooting, campus police filed a search warrant for the home of Karl Thornhill, Hilscher's boyfriend. According to the warrant, Hilscher's roommate had told the police that Thornhill, a student at nearby Radford University, had guns at his town house. Though Haugh described her roommate as having "a perfect relationship with her boyfriend," investigators suspected the shooting was prompted by a lovers' quarrel. As police investigated and were later interviewing Thornhill, Cho... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Related: Cho subject of 2005 'detention' order: police Apr 19, 2007
Virginia Tech's police chief Wendell Flinchum told a news conference that he believed the detention order was voluntary but he could not say how long Mr. Cho remained at the nearby mental health facility, described as St. Albans, located near Radford University. The order was obtained after two separate incidents involving phone calls and instant messages sent by the 23-year-old student to two female students at Virginia Tech, the chief said. (Globe and Mail)
Baseball leashes Huskies Apr 19, 2007
The junior came to Iowa in the fall after spending two years at Radford University - located 10 minutes away from the campus of Virginia Tech. Before the first pitch against Northern Illinois, his thoughts were on the friend of a friend who was missing after the shooting rampage Monday morning, he said. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Virginia Tech Massacre Shakes Former Bull Smith Apr 19, 2007
" Smith said. "It's sickening. I could see something like this happening in a big city, but not Blacksburg. (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Campus killer's path to murder Apr 19, 2007
A police affidavit quoted in the New York Times said the female victim's roommate, a student at nearby Radford University, had guns at his house. Police believed he may have been the gunman, but as they questioned him, further shooting was reported at the Norris Hall engineering building. (iAfrica.com)
'Orange and Maroon' the colors of strength Statewide day of mourning designated for tomorrow (Tarron Lively) Apr 19, 2007
Among those participating are Virginia Commonwealth University, George Mason University in Fairfax, Radford University in Radford, James Madison University in Harrisonburg, the College of William in Williamsburg, the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg and the University of Virginia in Charlottesville. Officials at St. Mary's College of Maryland have scheduled a memorial service at 4 p.m. in the campus' Garden of Remembrance. (Washington Times)
Thousands of mourners gather to remember victims of deadliest U.S. shooting Apr 18, 2007
According to the warrant, Hilscher's roommate had told the police that Thornhill, a student at nearby Radford University, had guns at his town house. The roommate told the police that she had recently been at a shooting range with Thornhill, the affidavit said, leading the police to think he may have been the gunman. (Sun-Sentinel.com)
Community shares tears, grief Apr 18, 2007
Caitlyn Rancourt, 20, came home from nearby Radford University just to help, she said. She said one friend had lost her father, professor Liviu Librescu, in the carnage. (FOX59, IN)
Fruitless Lead Caused Fateful Delay Apr 18, 2007
While investigating the murders of freshman Emily Jane Hilscher and Ryan Clark, a senior and resident adviser at Ambler Johnston Hall, police began searching for a man believed to be Hilscher's boyfriend, a student at nearby Radford University, the Times reported. Police interviewed Karl Thornhill, who Hilscher's roommate said owned guns and had been together with her at a shooting range, according to the documents. (CBS News -- US)
A Killer Identified, A Campus Grieves Apr 18, 2007
According to the warrant, Hilscher's roommate had told the police that Thornhill, a student at nearby Radford University, had guns at his townhouse. The roommate told the police that she had recently been at a shooting range with Thornhill, the affidavit said, leading the police to think he may have been the gunman. (The Ledger)
PAPER: Witnesses described the shooter as a young man of Asian descent -- a silent killer who was calm and showed no expression as he pursued and shot his victims. He killed himself as police closed in... Apr 17, 2007
The sources said police initially focused on the female student's boyfriend, a student at nearby Radford University, as a suspect. Police questioned the boyfriend, later termed "a person of interest," and were questioning him when they learned of the subsequent shootings at Norris Hall. (The Drudge Report)
Lack Of News Proves Difficult For Student From Tampa Apr 17, 2007
He played at USF from 1997 to 2001 and began new duties as an assistant coach at Radford University, also in Virginia, on Monday. "I could see something like this happening in a big city, but not Blacksburg. It's a safe place to be. You never think anything like this would happen in this area or on this campus," he said. (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
City strives to become All-America Apr 12, 2007
Under the leadership of Vice-Mayor Laurie Buchwald and retired Radford University Associate Vice President Debbie Brown, "more than 20 local businesses owners, citizens, and city employees worked on all stages of the application, from initial concepts to final revisions," explained Radford Public Relations Coordinator Becky Hawke. "In addition to asking for basic statistical data, the application questions cover everything from describing the extent of citizen participation in community... (Radford News Journal, VA)
Bobcats brave cold temps Apr 12, 2007
Britney Whittaker, who will sign with Radford University this afternoon, had the best finish for the Lady Cats. Whittaker legged out a victory in the 400 in a time of 1:02. (Radford News Journal, VA)
A Schurz Thing Apr 12, 2007
While hitting coach was scouting a potential replacement for centerfielder , he saw , a pitcher from Radford University. Although it turned out the centerfielder was not what the coach was looking for, he was very impressed by what he saw in Schurz. (Hawkeyesports.com)
City goes hybrid Apr 10, 2007
Thursday, April 19 - Environmental Awareness Month Speaker Series - Dr. Bill Kovarik, Professor of Media Studies at Radford University, will speak on Global Warming. 7 p.m. at the Radford Rec Center. (Radford News Journal, VA)
Spartans baseball graduate Reid pitches for Winthrop University Apr 9, 2007
Winthrop (21-15 through Friday) will play at Big South Conference rival Radford University, Va. on Sunday. (Moberly Monitor-Index, MO)
People on the Move Apr 8, 2007
Clay has been with Merrill Lynch for 11 years and is a graduate of Radford University. Mary Mitchell, senior financial adviser and certified financial manager, has qualified for the firm's Executive's Club. (Pensacola News Journal)
Lady Monarchs Take Third At Longwood Apr 4, 2007
Teams Scores 1 Methodist University 310 322 312 944 2 Gardner-Webb Univ. 314 309 329 952 3 Old Dominion Univ. 310 325 323 958 4 High Point U. 309 316 335 960 5 James Madison Univ. 324 317 321 962 6 Bucknell University 326 319 319 964 7 Wofford College 330 322 318 970 8 Radford University 324 335 323 982 9 Long Island U-Brklyn 330 347 345 1022 10 Dayton, U. of 347 343 335 1025 11 Longwood University 346 334 346 1026 12 Towson University 343 350 335 1028 13 St. Francis Univ.-PA 340 352 340 1032.... (Odusports.com)
Onesi and Rendell Tie for 15th at ECU Apr 4, 2007
Teams Scores 1 Radford University 286 279 282 847 2 Furman University 286 281 281 848 3 East Carolina Univ. 295 272 288 855 4 Barton College 285 289 283 857 5 Kennesaw St. Univ. 288 292 278 858 6 Villanova University 291 285 290 866 7 Old Dominion Univ. 287 284 297 868 8 Delaware, U. of 295 285 289 869 9 Florida Atlantic U. 292 283 295 870 10 Boston College 304 286 290 880 11 Rhode Island, U. of 288 297 300 885 12 George Mason Univ. 296 301 297 894 13 Central Arkansas 305 300 297 902 14 Pitt CC... (Odusports.com)
City gets serious about environment Apr 3, 2007
"Please be sure to join Events include: Thursday, April 5 - Environmental Awareness Month Speaker Series - Teresa Sweeney, Educational Coordinator for the Montgomery Regional Solid Waste Authority, will speak on Waste Reduction and Recycling. 7 p.m. at the Radford Recreation Center.Saturday, April 7 - Radford City-wide Cleanup Day - Meet at Shelter One in Bisset Park for bags, vests, and cleanup assignments and then spread out across the city to pick up litter. Drawing will be held at the end of... (Salem Mainstreet Newspapers, VA)
Women Take Back the Night Thursday Mar 30, 2007
"Whereas, since then, marches have been held in many throughout the U.S., Canada, Latin America, India and Europe; and"Whereas, Take Back the Night marches have been held in Richmond and Charlottesville, and at Hollins University, Radford University, Roanoke College and Virginia Tech; and. "Whereas, marchers have called attention to violence against women - sexual harassment, misogyny, rape and murder - [and] this violence affects both individuals in the community and the community as a whole;... (News Messenger, VA)
Juggling convention celebrates balance in work, play Mar 29, 2007
He graduated from Radford University in Virginia in 1999, and moved to Corvallis several years later. Although he lived in Corvallis for only three years, he considers it home. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Afterschool program off to good start Mar 27, 2007
The McHarg Beans and Rice After School program is a collaborative effort between Radford City Schools, the Radford Department of Social Services, Beans and Rice, Radford University service learning stidents and several local citizens ... "The program also gives Radford University students who are majoring in education or social services the opportunity to earn hours towards their degree and earn valuable experiences they would not receive in a classroom setting. The relationships that we have... (Radford News Journal, VA)
Holmes Ties For 19th At W&M Invitational Mar 26, 2007
of 333 322 655 13 Pennsylvania, Univ 329 332 661 14 Radford University 330 332 662 15 Appalachian State U. 342 332 674 16 Towson University 341 339 680 17 Dartmouth College 338 344 682 18 Cleveland State U. 339 355 694 19 Monmouth University 364 368 732. Individual Champion 1 Laura Bavaird WMU 72 74 146. (Odusports.com)
Laura Holmes Tied For Ninth At W&M Invitational Mar 25, 2007
Teams Scores 1 Western Michigan U. 310 2 Columbia University 311 3 Xavier University 314 4 Winthrop University 315 5 Boston College 317 6 Penn State Univ. 325 7 Methodist University 326 8 Marshall University 328 Bucknell University 328 Virginia 'Blue' 328 11 Pennsylvania, Univ 329 12 Radford University 330 Old Dominion Univ. 330 14 Wm. Coll. (Odusports.com)
Radford hires Virginia Tech assistant Greenberg Mar 24, 2007
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Radford Fraternity Restricted Because Of Hazing Mar 24, 2007
A fraternity at Radford University is on probation and can't have any alcohol at social gatherings for a while. That's after Sigma Chi accepted responsibility for hazing pledges last year. (WTKR.com, VA)
Honors rolling in for Mellody Mar 21, 2007
Both the Shippensburg and East Stroudsburg University track and field teams began their outdoor seasons last Saturday at the Radford University Early Bird Invite. For Shippensburg, sophomore Michelle Morcom (Western Wayne) placed third in the 100 hurdles in 15. (Scranton Times, PA)
Guard soldiers adopt school in Kosovo Mar 20, 2007
The donations have arrived from places such as Lee-Davis High School, Mechanicsville Baptist Church, Radford University and individual soldiers' family members. We have received everything from pens, pencils and crayons to winter jackets, hand-made scarves and gloves. (Radford News Journal, VA)
Moore Takes First in 100 and 200 Dashes Mar 18, 2007
03 2004 Goran Nava, Radford University Name Year School Finals ================================================================ 1 Taylor Little UNC Asheville 3:53. 08 2 Hillary Cheruiyot Belmont 3:54. (Charlotte49Ers.com)
Troutville kindergarten teacher awaits word on 2 impressive teacher awards Mar 14, 2007
She has a bachelor's in education from Radford University. The book can be purchased locally through the Botetourt County Historical Museum. (Salem Mainstreet Newspapers, VA)
McGlothin finalist wants to visit Fiji Mar 12, 2007
The winners of the McGlothlin Awards will be announced April 17 during a presentation ceremony at Radford University ... "In the past, I have served as a cooperating teacher for Radford University, originated the CMS Diversity Club and sponsored the Student Advisory Council." ... Concerning how she got started along her career path in education, Bridges said, "In my school experience, there were teachers who inspired me: Ms. Susie Lovelady, Mr. Buck Boggs and Ms. Deborah Merrill. When I got to... (News Messenger, VA)
Riner remembers Mar 12, 2007
Gardner is a manager in the facilities management department at Radford University. Thomas, after some years as a Navy medic, is a registered nurse at St. Alban's. (News Messenger, VA)
Falcons Fall to Radford, 6-1 Mar 11, 2007
The Air Force men's tennis team had its four-match winning streak snapped Saturday as it lost to Radford University, 6-1, at the Academy. With the loss, Air Force falls to 8-7 this season. (Airforcesports.com)