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FERRUM COLLEGE


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Billy Wagner to serve as guest speaker at Ferrum College’s 2025 commencement ceremony

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Baseball Hall-of-Famer Billy Wagner will be the guest speaker at Ferrum College’s 2025 Commencement ceremony on Saturday.

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Roanoke native, coaching veteran Steve Robinson announces retirement

Read full article: Roanoke native, coaching veteran Steve Robinson announces retirement

Robinson was part of 31 NCAA Tournament appearances, eight Final Fours, and three national championships.

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WATCH: Spring plant sale takes place at Ferrum College

Read full article: WATCH: Spring plant sale takes place at Ferrum College

Greenhouses are blooming with activity at Ferrum College.

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High schoolers compete in Ferrum College’s Crime Scene Investigation Competition

Read full article: High schoolers compete in Ferrum College’s Crime Scene Investigation Competition

A “Crime Scene Investigation” Competition was held at Ferrum College on Friday, and was attended by Franklin County High School and E.C. Glass High School students.

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Ferrum College and Franklin County Board of Supervisors announce $100,000 scholarship

Read full article: Ferrum College and Franklin County Board of Supervisors announce $100,000 scholarship

Ferrum College and the Franklin County Board of Supervisors are looking to mitigate the costs of college with a whopping $100,000 Resident Impact Scholarship.

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Ferrum makes another big step in NCAA DII transition

Read full article: Ferrum makes another big step in NCAA DII transition

The school was accepted into an expedited membership process.

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Ferrum’s Billy Wagner voted into the 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame

Read full article: Ferrum’s Billy Wagner voted into the 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame

He joins CC Sabathia and Ichiro Suzuki in this year's class.

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Roanoke wrestling tops Ferrum at “The Match at Mill Mountain Theatre”

Read full article: Roanoke wrestling tops Ferrum at “The Match at Mill Mountain Theatre”

The Maroons won 7 of the 10 matches on Sunday afternoon.

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Roanoke College preps for annual “The Match at Mill Mountain Theatre”

Read full article: Roanoke College preps for annual “The Match at Mill Mountain Theatre”

This year Roanoke College will face off with Ferrum College.

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Roanoke gym owner collecting donations for displaced college students from North Carolina

Read full article: Roanoke gym owner collecting donations for displaced college students from North Carolina

The owner of Elite Fitness in Roanoke is collecting toiletries and comfort items to donate to student-athletes from Lees-McRae College in Banner Elk, North Carolina after they were evacuated due to Hurricane Helene. This weekend, students from the North Carolina college are temporarily moving into Ferrum College to continue playing during the fall sports season.

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Ferrum Colllege adding Women's Flag Football in 2025-26

Read full article: Ferrum Colllege adding Women's Flag Football in 2025-26

Conference Carolinas will have at least six institutions in the inaugural season.

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Eric Owens to lead Ferrum College baseball

Read full article: Eric Owens to lead Ferrum College baseball

The Danville native and Ferrum alum spent nearly a decade in the MLB.

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Ferrum College to hold 108th commencement, presidential inauguration Saturday, May 4

Read full article: Ferrum College to hold 108th commencement, presidential inauguration Saturday, May 4

Ferrum College is set to hold its 108th commencement and the inauguration of its 13th president, Dr. Mirta Martin, on Saturday, May 4.

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Ferrum College to join Conference Carolinas in 2025

Read full article: Ferrum College to join Conference Carolinas in 2025

Ferrum College has accepted an invitation to join Conference Carolinas, effective July 1, 2025.

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Smith Mountain Lake residents, businesses form Water Quality Alliance to prevent harmful algal blooms

Read full article: Smith Mountain Lake residents, businesses form Water Quality Alliance to prevent harmful algal blooms

Residents and the business community at Smith Mountain Lake have formed the Smith Mountain Lake Water Quality Alliance to educate the public about harmful algal blooms.

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Kevin Sherman named Ferrum College head football coach

Read full article: Kevin Sherman named Ferrum College head football coach

Ferrum College has named Kevin Sherman as its new head football coach, according to a press release.

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Around the Way with EJ: Checking in with children’s book author Nate Daniels

Read full article: Around the Way with EJ: Checking in with children’s book author Nate Daniels

The Ferrum College alum and Hall of Famer just released his third children's book, "So You Want to Be a Big Leaguer?"

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Cleive Adams promoted as Ferrum athletic director

Read full article: Cleive Adams promoted as Ferrum athletic director

Adams becomes the first African American to hold that position in the College's 110 year history.

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How one college is challenging students to learn, tap into and grow their passions amid studies

Read full article: How one college is challenging students to learn, tap into and grow their passions amid studies

As students make big life decisions and put in the work, they also need to find ways to connect with what they’re passionate about – things they enjoy doing outside the classroom.

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Shenandoah downs Ferrum in Panthers ODAC opener

Read full article: Shenandoah downs Ferrum in Panthers ODAC opener

The Hornets won 38-3.

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How can investing in your professional development pay off? These educational leaders will tell you.

Read full article: How can investing in your professional development pay off? These educational leaders will tell you.

Whether you’re considering becoming a teacher, you’ve already embarked on earning your teaching degree or you’re a seasoned educator, you took the time at some point to envision your future in this career.

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How students can ensure every credit counts when moving onto a university from community college

Read full article: How students can ensure every credit counts when moving onto a university from community college

There are many things to get in order and documents to provide to the next school down the road, including transferring credits. Unfortunately, many students meet difficulties when trying to do that.

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How one school ensures 99% of its students receive scholarships

Read full article: How one school ensures 99% of its students receive scholarships

When one begins a new journey in higher education, there are various things on the horizon, including, often, some major expenses.

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Around the Way with EJ: Women in Sports with Haley Overstreet

Read full article: Around the Way with EJ: Women in Sports with Haley Overstreet

Overstreet recently was named an assistant coach for the Depauw University field hockey team.

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James River sends four more to the college ranks

Read full article: James River sends four more to the college ranks

The Knights have a total of 11 from this year's senior class that will play at the college level.

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Northside sends 11 athletes to the next level

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Northside sends 11 athletes to the next level

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14 Terriers put pen to paper at spring signing

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14 Terriers put pen to paper at spring signing

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Ferrum College announces free tuition for qualifying in-state students

Read full article: Ferrum College announces free tuition for qualifying in-state students

A new financial aid initiative to provide free in-state tuition to qualifying Virginia students was announced Wednesday at Ferrum College.

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Ferrum College students collecting personal care items for Franklin County students in need

Read full article: Ferrum College students collecting personal care items for Franklin County students in need

Ferrum College students are working to make sure kids at Franklin County Public Schools have what they need for the school day.

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Ferrum College announces 2023 commencement keynote speaker

Read full article: Ferrum College announces 2023 commencement keynote speaker

Ferrum College has announced their keynote speaker for the 2023 commencement ceremony.

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ODAC Hoops: Hollins falls to Salisbury, Ferrum men earn home win

Read full article: ODAC Hoops: Hollins falls to Salisbury, Ferrum men earn home win

Hollins played Salisbury in the annual Jean Beamer Tip-Off classic at Roanoke College.

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Ferrum student-athlete dies in North Carolina car crash

Read full article: Ferrum student-athlete dies in North Carolina car crash

Will Patterson was a freshman quarterback on the Panthers football team.

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Ferrum College President announces resignation

Read full article: Ferrum College President announces resignation

On Tuesday, Dr. David Johns, the current President of Ferrum College, said he would be resigning as president effective Nov. 7.

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ODAC Football: Washington & Lee beats Ferrum 17-7

Read full article: ODAC Football: Washington & Lee beats Ferrum 17-7

Panthers held scoreless in the second half

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Patrick Henry sends four student athletes to the college ranks

Read full article: Patrick Henry sends four student athletes to the college ranks

Boys soccer program sending three to the division one ranks.

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Corrigan returns to Ferrum as men’s hoops head coach

Read full article: Corrigan returns to Ferrum as men’s hoops head coach

Pat Corrigan served as associate head coach for the 2019-2020 season.

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Salem holds signing day for 12 student athletes

Read full article: Salem holds signing day for 12 student athletes

The dozen signees have an average GPA of 3.7.

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Patrick Henry holds signing day for six students

Read full article: Patrick Henry holds signing day for six students

Monday's signing at Patrick Henry was unique as it included Ressa Devers accepting an ROTC scholarship to Wake Forest University.

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William Byrd sends 17 athletes to the next level

Read full article: William Byrd sends 17 athletes to the next level

The Terriers had 17 athletes put pen to paper during their spring signing day on Wednesday.

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‘Dopesick’ author Beth Macy to speak at Ferrum College’s commencement ceremony

Read full article: ‘Dopesick’ author Beth Macy to speak at Ferrum College’s commencement ceremony

Ferrum College will have a familiar Southwest Roanoke face speak at its commencement ceremony.

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Glenvar football sends 5 to the college level

Read full article: Glenvar football sends 5 to the college level

Bridgewater and Ferrum colleges each receiving a pair of Highlanders.

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Dopesick writer to speak at Ferrum College commencement

Read full article: Dopesick writer to speak at Ferrum College commencement

Ferrum College is sending their 2022 graduates off with a bang.

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ODAC Hoops: Roanoke men defeat Ferrum 84-60

Read full article: ODAC Hoops: Roanoke men defeat Ferrum 84-60

The Maroons scored 50 points in the paint leading to a 62 percent shooting performance.

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Roanoke College hosts 2021 Southeast Open, debuts new wrestling program

Read full article: Roanoke College hosts 2021 Southeast Open, debuts new wrestling program

The Maroons had 3 placements in its inaugural event.

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Ferrum Hall of Famer set to release second book

Read full article: Ferrum Hall of Famer set to release second book

Former Ferrum football standout Nate Daniels has authored his second children's book, "So You Want To Be A Hoop Star?"

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Around the Way with EJ--Check In with Nate Daniels

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Ferrum College Alumni Sports Hall of Famer Nate Daniels checks in and discusses the release of his upcoming children's book, "So You Want to be a Hoop Star?"

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Student found dead on Ferrum College campus Sunday

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A student was found dead on Ferrum College’s campus Sunday morning, according to school officials. The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office is investigating.

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Around the Way with EJ: Bigger than the game with Nate Daniels

Read full article: Around the Way with EJ: Bigger than the game with Nate Daniels

The former Ferrum football standout currently owns and operates Daniels Sports Performance in the Richmond area, providing clinics and training opportunities for athletes across the Commonwealth.

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Around the Way with EJ: Faith, Family and Football with Cleive Adams

Read full article: Around the Way with EJ: Faith, Family and Football with Cleive Adams

The Ferrum alum, Hall of Famer and current football coach breaks down his philosophy of success for the Black Hats.

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Ferrum focused on “executing at a high level” in year two under Cleive Adams

Read full article: Ferrum focused on “executing at a high level” in year two under Cleive Adams

The Panthers are entering their first full season under head coach, and Ferrum College Alumni Hall of Famer Cleive Adams.

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Around the Way with EJ: “The Build”-- Wrestling at Roanoke College

Read full article: Around the Way with EJ: “The Build”-- Wrestling at Roanoke College

A familiar face to the Roanoke Valley wrestling scene, Nate Yetzer has been hard at work on "The Build"-- the new wrestling program at Roanoke College that will debut this fall.

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Ferrum College requiring face masks indoors, regardless of vaccination status, starting Aug. 9

Read full article: Ferrum College requiring face masks indoors, regardless of vaccination status, starting Aug. 9

Just days away from the start of its fall semester, Ferrum College has announced that it will require students, employees and visitors to wear face masks indoors, regardless of vaccination status.

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Ferrum holds annual Hank Norton Memorial Golf Tournament

Read full article: Ferrum holds annual Hank Norton Memorial Golf Tournament

Brian Mann was honored for being the 2020 recipient of the President's Cup Award.

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Ferrum College lockdown lifted after possible shot fired near on-campus apartment

Read full article: Ferrum College lockdown lifted after possible shot fired near on-campus apartment

Ferrum College was placed on lockdown for about 90 minutes Wednesday afternoon.

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Fleming’s coaching duo: Teaching the game of life through the skills of basketball

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ROANOKE, Va. – He’s been a fixture at William Fleming High School for nearly three decades, with the title of ‘Top Colonel’ for 18 years. Boys basketball head coach, Jeffrey “Mickey” Hardy has passed on his passion for the game to some of the best talent to come from the Star City with one goal in mind. Just as Michael Jordan had Scotty Pippen, Mickey Hardy has his own right-hand man, in assistant coach Marshall Ashford. That’s when he learned more about this standout JUCO player, Jeff “Mickey” Hardy. One on one with Mickey Hardy

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Recruiting reality: The impact no fall season has on college football recruiting

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ROANOKE, Va. – In July, the Virginia High School League announced it would be suspending its fall sports season to the spring. No fall season has left local high school athletes like Radford senior Pj Prioleau wondering what’s next. “So senior season was going to be a big one.”He’s not alone. William Byrd senior Bryson Lutz was depending on his senior season to seal a chance at the next level. “It’s a mouthpiece that makes for more efficiency for the kids, and me as well.”And as Leftwich says, the Twitter recruiting is an all-day, every day deal.

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Ferrum football hosts annual Hank Norton Memorial Golf Tournament

Read full article: Ferrum football hosts annual Hank Norton Memorial Golf Tournament

Dozens of current and former Ferrum college football players came together for the 2020 Hank Norton Memorial Golf Tournament at Botetourt Golf and Swim Club. The outing serves as a fundraiser and great event for fellowship, giving former players the chance to have a homecoming of sorts while paying homage Norton who left a lasting legacy at Ferrum College. Former NFL star Chris Warren made a return trip to the valley, while Virginia Tech Hall of Famer and former NBA star Dell Curry made a celebrity guest appearance. Hes also the the brother-in-law of first year head coach Cleive Adams, who led the event for the first time since taking over the helm at Ferrum. Its a great program and you can see it here with the support, Curry said.

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Active shooter training held at Ferrum College

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FRANKLIN Co. - The Franklin County Sheriff's office held an active shooter course at Ferrum College today. The course incorporated the latest tactics for law enforcement and public safety response to active shooter scenarios. Virginia State Police, the Franklin County Department of Public Safety and Virginia Conservation Police also participated.

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Active shooter training held at Ferrum College

Read full article: Active shooter training held at Ferrum College

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Va. – The Franklin County Sheriff's Office held an active shooter course at Ferrum College today. The course incorporated the latest tactics for law enforcement and public safety response to active shooter scenarios. Virginia State Police, the Franklin County Department of Public Safety and Virginia Conservation Police also participated.

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