The Shadow
RADFORD, VA (03/31/2023)– Radford University presented 677 undergraduate and graduate degrees during the 2022 winter commencement exercises. On Dec. 9, 2022, graduate degrees were awarded and on Dec. 10, undergraduate degrees were awarded at the Dedmon Center on the main campus in Radford, Virginia.
This ceremony marked the first for President Bret Danilowicz to confer diplomas for departing Highlanders. Graduates included:
Marley Paige Booth of Covington, VA, Bachelor of Science in Comm Sciences & Disorders
Allison Lee Bush of Covington, VA, Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Danielle Alicia Conner of Covington, VA, Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Jacob Seth Fridley of Covington, VA, Master of Occupational Therapy in Occupational Therapy
Madison Gray Harmon of Clifton Forge, VA, Master of Science in Physician Assistant
Judith Lynn Hensley of Eagle Rock, VA, Master of Science in Education
James Clifford Lewis of Covington, VA, Bachelor of Business Admin. in Finance
Carrigan Nicole Wright of Clifton Forge, VA, Master of Occupational Therapy in Occupational Therapy
Keynote speaker and alumna, Nicole Robinson ’02, president of Ursa Space Systems, left the graduates much to think about, saying,”When you leave here today, see this as the first step into your life unimagined. Be open to the potential, the adventure, the unanticipated opportunities ahead.”
Robinson advised. “Life is truly about what you can’t imagine. In fact, it isn’t even about what happens to you but more about how you respond.”
Radford University is a comprehensive public university of 7,718 students that has received national recognition for many of its undergraduate and graduate academic programs, as well as its sustainability initiatives. Well known for its strong faculty/student bonds, innovative use of technology in the learning environment and vibrant student life on a beautiful 211-acre American classical campus, Radford University offers students many opportunities to get involved and succeed in and out of the classroom. With over 300 clubs and organizations, Radford University offers many opportunities for student engagement, leadership development and community service. In addition to robust academic offerings and engaging student experiences on the main campus located in Radford, Virginia, Radford University also offers a clinical-based educational experience for some 1,000 students living and learning in Roanoke, Virginia as part of Radford University Carilion, a public-private partnership focused on the cutting-edge delivery of health sciences programming, outreach and service.
