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 Roanoke Residential Fire and Explosion Determined to be Intentionally Set Web Staff June 1, 2026 Roanoke City councilman shares thoughts on current zoning code as discussions continue Web Staff June 1, 2026 Presbyterian Community Center cuts ribbon on new home in SE Roanoke Gene Marrano May 29, 2026