Liz Cole (left) in front of the Longwood sign with a photo of her father on the right.

A worthwhile investment: Honoring her parents, philanthropist Liz Cole ’70 endows professorship in College of Business and Economics

Earlier this year, Elizabeth “Liz” Charleton Cole ’70 made an important purchase. “I bought what I hope is my last car ever,” she said.


  • A Docere campaign banner featuring Longwood’s coat of arms hangs from a campus lamppost against vibrant red fall foliage.
    Introducing Docere: A Campaign for Longwood

    Longwood launches ambitious, groundbreaking campaign with eye toward the future

    Allanah Smith ’27, this year's Moton Scholar, poses for a headshot in front of the Rotunda Fountain
    Moton Scholar embraces a legacy of speaking up and helping others find their voice

    Allanah Smith ’27 was enjoying a late summer day with family and friends on Buggs Island Lake near her home in Boydton, Virginia, when a familiar Longwood name flashed across her phone.

  • Dr. Marieke Van Puymbroeck ’94 speaks during the Therapeutic Recreation Alumni Conference on Longwood's campus earlier this fall.
    Oh, the places you’ll go

    At Longwood, bonds formed between faculty and students have no expiration date. From mentee-to-colleague, student-to-peer, even faculty-to-friend, the strongest of those relationships evolve over time into lasting connections whose impacts are both professional and personal.

  • Composite of some of the students included in the 2030 Wall
    A Look at #Longwood30

    Summer is an exciting time for new Lancers—a time of hope for new beginnings and anticipation of what the future holds. We asked 24 incoming freshmen about their career goals, why they chose Longwood, what they’re excited for, what they’re bringing from home and a fun fact about themselves.