Science Matters
Randolph receives Go Virginia funding for new major

When Randolph’s new robotics and mechatronics engineering program launches this coming semester, it will play an important role in Virginia’s economic growth.... READ MORE >>
Randolph students conduct forest inventories for summer internship

Alana Ellis ’26, Wednesday Hertzberg ’26, and Trinity Shirlen ’26 worked for the 500-Year Forest Foundation.... READ MORE >>
Quianday Worthington ’25 studying behavioral ecology as part of NSF-funded research experience

Worthington is conducting research at the University of Virginia’s Mountain Lake Biological Station this summer. ... READ MORE >>
Summer research students to present their findings this week

Students participating in the 2024 Summer Research Program will present the results of their work at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, June 28.... READ MORE >>
Summer research examining how satellite constellations affect astronomy

As satellites are launched into the sky, they leave traces of their transit on astronomical images, decreasing the scientific value of those images. ... READ MORE >>
Summer research project looking at how sound influences perceptual decision making

If a faster rhythm is present, will response times be faster?... READ MORE >>
Students begin summer research on the Eastern Shore of Virginia

The project brings together two fields—marine science and computer science—that, at first glance, might not seem like a natural fit.... READ MORE >>
Randolph professor, students continue tick research this summer

“Ecological research tends to be long-term, so you can see trends.” ... READ MORE >>
Students exploring ways to improve digital notetaking technology for summer research

This story is part of an ongoing series featuring 2024 Summer Research Program projects. ... READ MORE >>
Robotics and mechatronics major in high demand with students

The new major starts this fall. ... READ MORE >>