Radford University
Department of Physics
Understanding the Universe
We are committed to quality undergraduate education, with emphasis on hands-on education. With access to modern facilities and dedicated faculty, students are prepared for careers in science, technology, and research, as well as graduate studies in their chosen fields.
The Wonders of Space
Radford University Planetarium
In addition to our academic programs, we also run the planetarium. Seating up to 55 visitors per show, the 10-meter-diameter dome houses a state-of-the-art Digistar 5 system. The planetarium is the center for astronomy and space science education for the campus community and the surrounding area.
News
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Highlander Highlights: Week of July 29, 2024
August 9, 2024
Highlander Highlights shares the extraordinary accomplishments happening on and off campus through the tireless work and curiosity of students and faculty.
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Highlander Highlights: Week of April 15, 2024
April 19, 2024
Biology student researches microplastics in wildlife, geospatial science students travel for fieldwork, and physics students view a solar eclipse in totality.
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Clouds fail to eclipse excitement over historic solar show
April 10, 2024
Hundreds of Highlanders and community members gathered on the Center for the Sciences patio and parking lot in hopes of catching a glimpse of the rare solar eclipse on April 8.
