National College in Salem to get new name Timothy Martin February 21, 2013 1 min read The National College in Salem is getting a new name. National College was established back in 1886. On March 4th, the campus in Salem will become American National University. WFIR’s Timothy Martin has more. About the Author Timothy Martin View All Posts Share: Post navigation Previous: Civil War music this weekend in Roanoke CountyNext: Why attempts to hire a hit man usually end up with an undercover cop instead Related Stories 1 min read Virginia Tech professor questions longevity of Virginia’s emergency food assistance amid federal shutdown Web Staff November 3, 2025 1 min read 40th District delegate candidate says it’s time for “Virginia to win” Web Staff October 31, 2025 1 min read Maynard Keller steps up to challenge long term incumbent Rasoul for Delegate Gene Marrano October 30, 2025