Inspired by the work of a former Randolph professor, Ayla Hagen ’18 is conducting a Summer Research project that examines the socioeconomic effect of mills on their surrounding communities. Hagen is following in the footsteps of John K. Morland, a Randolph professor who wrote Millways of Kent. The book describes the role of “Kent’s Mill,”... READ MORE >>

Randolph professors Peter Sheldon, Peggy Schimmoeller, and Amanda Rumore want kids to love science. That’s the driving force behind their efforts to work with local public and private school teachers to provide more hands-on lessons and engaging experiences for area children. Last week, the team of professors was awarded a $139,526 grant from the State... READ MORE >>

Randolph College was again recognized as one of the nation’s “best and most interesting” institutions in the 2016 Fiske Guide to Colleges. The Fiske Guide does not rank universities and colleges numerically, but assesses the strengths and weaknesses of what it considers the top schools in the United States, Canada, and Great Britain. Schools included... READ MORE >>

The Randolph College Nursery School (RCNS) has become just the fourth program in the state—and the first from the Piedmont region—to earn a top rating from the Virginia Star Quality Initiative (VSQI). The preschool was notified of the rating last week. As part of the 5-star rating, RCNS earned a perfect score in three out... READ MORE >>

Davenport Leadership Institute: Web Site | Photo Gallery Davenport Leadership Institute students have spent the past two weeks shooting across zip lines, completing scavenger hunts, and volunteering in the community—all in the name of teambuilding. The slate of events and bonding exercises are designed to prepare them to mentor new students during orientation sessions and... READ MORE >>

During her first year at Randolph, Di Bei ’18 performed as a flutist in the College’s Chamber Orchestra and completed a shadowing program with doctors at a local hospital—all while taking a full academic load. She’s spending her summer conducting advanced level chemistry experiments for her Summer Research project. Bei and chemistry professor Bill Bare... READ MORE >>

Randolph College will offer a new class for 5-year-olds at its preschool beginning in August. The Randolph College Nursery School (RCNS) is adding the class to provide another option for parents who want their children to have extra preparation before kindergarten. RCNS already offers classes for children beginning at 3 years of age. The 5-year-old... READ MORE >>

For many years, it’s been widely believed that a vehicle’s back seat is the safest place in the event of a crash, but Russ Burt ’16 and Zach Vernon ’18 aren’t completely convinced. Instead, they, along with physics professors Peter Sheldon and Sarah Sojka, are focusing their Summer Research project on determining if there is... READ MORE >>

Our recently renovated Student Center boasts a three-story atrium, cardio fitness center, yoga studio, theatre, radio station, video gaming center, billards, meeting rooms, student offices, computer stations, the Skeller grill and coffee shop, and plenty of lounge space.... READ MORE >>

Randolph College’s multi-purpose playing field and track serves as the home of the WildCats’ soccer, track and field, and lacrosse programs, as well as our community of fans. WildCat Stadium features a synthetic turf playing field and an eight lane all-weather track. It is lit to provide for night-time competition and practice. The complex includes permanent seating, a press box and a concession area.... READ MORE >>