The following message was sent to the Randolph community on Jan. 7, 2022.... READ MORE >>

March 22, 2021 – A message from President Bateman about the 2021-22 academic year... READ MORE >>

The following message was sent from President Bateman to the Randolph community on Jan. 22:  Dear members of the Randolph community, I write you today with a sense of optimism about the upcoming year. Despite the challenges continuing to face our college, nation, and world—and there are many—there are also many reasons for hope. And... READ MORE >>

Dear Randolph Community, I hope you are enjoying the autumn weather. Our campus is beautiful right now, and all of us miss our students greatly. I am once again writing on behalf of the COVID-19 Task Force. The group continues to meet daily as we work to finalize plans for the spring semester. I realize... READ MORE >>

The simple truth is that we do not see the situation in our country improving before our campus opens to our full student body in a month’s time. Because of this, we are not confident the College would be able to remain in-person the entire semester without serious COVID-19-caused disruptions.... READ MORE >>

The Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC) Presidents Council has announced the postponement of all athletic competition for the 2020 season, due to the ongoing impact of COVID-19.... READ MORE >>

In light of the continuing threat posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and in the interest of protecting the health of campers and camp staff, Randolph College is canceling all summer camp programs for 2020, including computer coding, Randolph College Nursery School, sports, and theatre camps. We realize this is disappointing, but given the current landscape... READ MORE >>

The following message was sent to students and families on March 19 about the College’s decision to move to online learning for the remainder of the semester and the postponement of Commencement.   Dear Students and Families, This is not the email I wanted to write to you this week—or any week for that matter.... READ MORE >>

The following message was sent to faculty and staff on March 16. Dear faculty and staff colleagues, As the pandemic continues to unwind our lives as we knew them only a few weeks ago, I have been reminded that the stresses, strains, and uncertainties will be affecting many people’s mental health. If you need help,... READ MORE >>