National College in Salem to get new name Timothy Martin February 21, 2013 1 minute 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. 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 Opera Roanoke presents Hansel and Gretel, Dr. Pepper Park expects banner year, celebrate Nowruz this Saturday Gene Marrano March 25, 2026 0 Lishy’s Gift carries on in her memory by bringing comfort to other young adults battling cancer Gene Marrano March 25, 2026 0 Daisy Art Parade, there’s still time to become a participant or volunteer Denise Membreno March 24, 2026 0