The annual Day of Gratitude is dedicated to celebrating philanthropy at Radford University. This exciting day includes the Partners in Excellence luncheon, which provides the opportunity for scholarship recipients to meet their donors.
The Partners in Excellence luncheon is a business event. The dress code for this event is business casual. When considering your attire, think of what you would wear to a job interview or class presentation.
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To prepare for this event, students can visit the Career Closet supported by the Career and Talent Development team. Through the Career Closet, students can obtain professional and business attire for free! The Career Closet is located in Russell Hall 331.
You are invited to attend Partners in Excellence because you are the recipient of a Radford University Foundation scholarship, and you may have the opportunity to meet your scholarship donor or representative. Donors often travel great distances for this event for the opportunity to meet you, so it is critical that you make plans to attend.
The Partners in Excellence luncheon will be held on November 15, 2024 in Kyle Hall, Multipurpose Room 340.
Please do not bring any guests with you. Space is very limited, and we work hard to make sure there is space for you to be seated with your donor.
Find the table that corresponds with the table number on the back of your name tag. Try to introduce yourself to your donor, if possible. Be sure to say thank you for the support they provided to make your scholarship possible.
Someone from Radford University will welcome everyone and invite you to start eating. As you eat, tell your scholarship donor about yourself, what you are studying at Radford and your future plans. Other speakers will take the stage during lunch. During this time, or after lunch, you will be asked to take a photo with your scholarship donor.
If you have questions or need additional information, please contact Cherie Durbin at cdurbin2@radford.edu or 540-831-7171.
Don't sweat over forks and glasses! These simple tips will help you navigate lunch: