2013 News & Articles
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13 Memorable LU Social Media Moments of 2013
December 30, 2013
As we say goodbye to 2013, here are just a few (of the many) memorable social media posts from the Longwood community over the past year. Enjoy!
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10 Tips for a Less Stressful Holiday Season
December 10, 2013
The holiday season is supposed to be happy, so why is this time of year always so stressful? No worries, because we’ve compiled more than 10 tips that will help you feel your best over the coming weeks.
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Longwood University student found at Lancer Park apartment
December 04, 2013
A Longwood University senior was found deceased in his off-campus residence Wednesday morning, Dec. 4.
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Longwood students to spend winter break traveling through India
December 02, 2013
A group of Longwood photography students will spend the winter break traveling through India as part of a unique Longwood study abroad project.
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Study: Most kids will accept gay parents who come out
November 20, 2013
The concerns of gay or transgendered parents worried about revealing their sexual orientation to adult children may be unfounded.
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Faculty research on predicting SOL scores featured in newspaper
November 20, 2013
An article about research by Longwood economics professors Dr. David Lehr and Dr. Melanie Marks appeared in the Nov. 13 issue of the Harrisonburg Daily News-Record.
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Sirens to be heard on campus Nov. 26
November 19, 2013
Sirens will be heard on campus Tuesday, Nov. 26, due to the university testing its mass alert system.
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Longwood inaugurates W. Taylor Reveley IV as 26th president
November 15, 2013
The revolutionary power of residential liberal arts education and the critical role of citizen leaders in today’s society were among the topics that Longwood University’s 26th president, W. Taylor Reveley IV, touched on in his inaugural address.
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10 Ways You Know You’re a Longwood Student
November 13, 2013
Longwood students are a breed of their own. They have passion. They know excitement. And they like Baked Alaska. Here are ten ways you know you’re a Longwood student.
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Longwood professor appointed to Virginia Board of Counseling
November 13, 2013
Dr. Kevin Doyle, assistant professor of counselor education, has appointed by Gov. Bob McDonnell to the Virginia Board of Counseling.
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5 Great Quotes from Longwood Professors
November 12, 2013
Advice and quips from Longwood professors.
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Inauguration of Longwood’s 26th president
November 05, 2013
When W. Taylor Reveley IV is officially installed as Longwood University’s 26th president on Friday, Nov. 15, he will be the third generation of his family to be inaugurated as the leader of an institution of higher education in Virginia.
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Longwood economist says socio-economic factors primarily predict SOL pass rates
October 30, 2013
Many of the most commonly cited remedies for improving educational test scores—shrinking class sizes, boosting teacher salaries or hiring teachers with advanced degrees—actually have little power to predict Standards of Learning (SOL) pass rates.
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Longwood’s Dr. Larissa Tracy featured on NPR’s With Good Reason Oct. 30
October 30, 2013
Dr. Larissa "Kat" Tracy, associate professor of medieval literature, is featured this week on the National Public Radio show With Good Reason.
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Longwood Wind Symphony concert to feature music of 1963
October 29, 2013
The Longwood Wind Symphony will perform its fall concert on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2013, at 7:30 p.m. in Jarman Auditorium.
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Longwood leading efforts to change how teachers use the Chesapeake Bay
October 25, 2013
Teachers in Virginia have a new resource that puts the Chesapeake Bay front and center in their lesson plans.
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Former assistant U.S. commerce secretary to speak at Longwood on Nov. 4
October 23, 2013
Suresh Kumar, who formerly led U.S. trade promotion and export efforts in the Obama administration, will speak Monday, Nov. 4, at 7 p.m. in Longwood University’s Wygal Auditorium.
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Research by Longwood professor finds no support for “evil genius” theory
October 23, 2013
Research by a Longwood University professor found no evidence for the notion that smarter people are more likely to manipulate others, a common expectation that has come to be known as the "evil genius" hypothesis.
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Support for Social Security still solid among Americans, Longwood professor finds
October 18, 2013
Social Security has become increasingly controversial, with pessimism about its future solvency and charges that it’s responsible for the federal deficit.
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Sherman Alexie to be awarded Longwood’s John Dos Passos Prize for Literature on Oct. 22
October 17, 2013
American novelist and short story writer Sherman Alexie will be awarded the 32nd annual John Dos Passos Prize for Literature at Longwood University on Tuesday, Oct. 22.
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Students move into 130 new apartments at Lancer Park
October 10, 2013
The four-story buildings at the Longwood-managed apartment complex are home to a total of 454 students living in 100 four-bedroom apartments, 24 two-bedroom apartments and six studio apartments.
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Longwood welcomes largest freshman class ever
October 09, 2013
At a time when some colleges and universities are struggling to meet their enrollment goals—and a few are even closing their doors—Longwood experienced a 3 percent increase in applications and welcomed its largest freshman class in history this fall.
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Nationally prominent forensic entomologist to give Longwood talk on Oct. 21
October 08, 2013
A Longwood University lecture will be given by a nationally prominent forensic entomologist who has assisted high-profile criminal investigations. The public is invited to attend.
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Longwood study measures impact of sex offenders on a neighborhood
October 07, 2013
When one sex offender moves into a neighborhood, more are likely to follow—and that’s bad news for homeowners, according to the results of research conducted at Longwood University.
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Kardashian to Obama: Solving the identity crisis of growing up biracial
October 04, 2013
Will Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s daughter have an identity crisis?
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One of the Family: Popular professor receives award, alumni status
October 04, 2013
One of Longwood’s most popular faculty members is now also an alumnus.
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Jamba Juice executive to speak on personal branding at Longwood
September 26, 2013
Julie Washington, chief brand officer for Jamba Juice, will speak Monday, Oct. 7, at 7 p.m. in Longwood University’s Blackwell Hall. The public is invited to attend.
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Capital campaign to make significant impact on Longwood University’s future
September 26, 2013
Longwood University closed its seven-year capital campaign in June after raising more than $41 million to make a bold impact on the campus.
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Longwood nursing professor named one of best in the state
September 25, 2013
Longwood University nursing professor Hadley Sporbert is one of the best in Virginia.
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Longwood graduates play major role on new Governor’s Teacher Cabinet
September 25, 2013
Longwood University alumni will have a major influence on improving public education in the commonwealth as members of the new Virginia Governor’s Teacher Cabinet.
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Longwood alumna continues successful family tradition
September 24, 2013
They say home is where the heart is. For Lynne Hubbard Rabil '75, it's also where you find peanuts.
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Longwood’s Cyber Security Center is first in Virginia to receive national digital forensics designation
September 18, 2013
Longwood University has been designated a National Center of Digital Forensics Academic Excellence (CDFAE) by the Defense Cyber Crime Center (DC3).
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Longwood president cites students' "lifelong connection" in Convocation remarks
September 17, 2013
Longwood University students’ connection with their school isn’t just for four years—it’s for life, they were told at Convocation by their new president.
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Longwood launches new alert system
September 11, 2013
Longwood University has launched a new alert system accessible to the Prince Edward and Farmville communities.
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Longwood ranks with the best in annual U.S. News & World Report rankings
September 10, 2013
Longwood University is for the 16th consecutive year ranked among the best colleges in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey.
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Audit and review commission report focuses on nonacademic services
September 09, 2013
The Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission (JLARC) issued a report today examining the impact of nonacademic services on the cost of a college education for students attending Virginia’s 15 public institutions of higher education.
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Critically acclaimed poet/memoirist to speak at Longwood
September 09, 2013
Poet and memoirist Kelle Groom will read from and discuss her works Monday, Sept. 23, at 8 p.m. in Longwood University's Wygal Auditorium. The event is open to the public.
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Nursing students work abroad in Ecuador
September 06, 2013
Longwood nursing students are putting their skills to use around the globe. Nine students and two professors spent ten days in Ecuador this August, administering care to underprivileged communities.
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New rankings laud Longwood for “girl power”
September 06, 2013
Longwood University has been included in a top-10 national ranking of the "Biggest Girl Power Schools" by the online magazine Her Campus. In addition, Longwood recently was included in a list of Virginia colleges with the Best Student-Teacher Ratios.
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Award-winning poet to speak at Longwood
August 30, 2013
Poet Nathaniel Perry will read from and discuss his works Monday, Sept. 9, at 8 p.m. in Longwood University’s Wygal Auditorium.
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Longwood to celebrate the humanities with yearlong events
August 29, 2013
Longwood University will celebrate the humanities with a series of public programs throughout the 2013-14 academic year.
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Longwood community shows its pride and spirit at The G.A.M.E. 4.0
August 27, 2013
On Sunday, August 25, Longwood University hosted the fourth-annual installment of The G.A.M.E (Greatest Athletics March Ever) featuring a student spirit carnival, pep rally and march from campus to the Athletics Complex for sports exhibitions.
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American Shakespeare Center to present free performance at Longwood
August 19, 2013
The American Shakespeare Center (ASC) will present a free performance of The Merry Wives of Windsor in Longwood University's Jarman Auditorium on Tuesday, Sept. 17, at 7:30 p.m.
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Longwood gets high marks in national and regional rankings
August 13, 2013
Longwood University has been included in six national or regional rankings of the best colleges within the past year.
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Longwood again listed among The Princeton Review’s Best Southeastern Colleges
August 12, 2013
Longwood University is again one of the best colleges in the Southeast, according to The Princeton Review. The education services company recently selected Longwood one of 138 institutions in its "Best in the Southeast" section.
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College of Business and Economics alumni to host golf tournament, networking event
August 12, 2013
Alumni from the Longwood University College of Business and Economics are hitting the links for a golf tournament that will provide networking opportunities and a chance to support the university.
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Longwood receives grant to aid science learning in area schools
August 09, 2013
Longwood University has received a $5,000 grant from Enterprise Holdings Foundation to boost scientific learning at local schools.
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WMLU takes home first prize for sports coverage
August 02, 2013
WMLU, the Longwood University campus radio station, took home first prize in its category for the fifth straight year at the annual Virginia Association of Broadcasters awards in June.
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Longwood included in Forbes magazine’s annual list of America’s best colleges
July 31, 2013
Longwood University has for the fourth consecutive year been included as one of the best colleges in the United States in the annual survey published by Forbes magazine.
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Longwood Police to test Mass Alert System on Thursday, August 1
July 30, 2013
The Longwood University Police Department will test its Mass Alert System on Thursday, Aug. 1, as part of its annual maintenance inspection.
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Longwood University Board of Visitors approves budget, elects officers, takes other actions
July 10, 2013
The Longwood University Board of Visitors took the following actions during its meeting June 14.
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Governor’s appointments to Board of Visitors include three alumni; Board re-elects Radcliff ’92 as rector
July 08, 2013
Gov. Robert F. McDonnell’s appointments to the Longwood University Board of Visitors include three alumni of the university —Colleen McCrink Margiloff ’97, Robert S. Wertz Jr. ’85 and Stephen L. Mobley ’93.
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Research by two Longwood professors featured in Wall Street Journal article
June 25, 2013
A real estate research study by two faculty members in Longwood’s College of Business and Economics was featured recently in an article in the Wall Street Journal.
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Longwood nursing program earns accreditation
June 25, 2013
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at Longwood University is now accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
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Longwood addition/renovation project receives national recognition
June 21, 2013
The project that renovated and nearly tripled the size of Longwood University’s art building has received national recognition.
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Bestselling author to speak at Longwood
June 18, 2013
Andrea Davis Pinkney, a bestselling and award-winning author of books for children and young adults, will speak Thursday, July 18, at Longwood University.
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Longwood Police Department plans training sessions on weapons of mass destruction
June 14, 2013
The Longwood University Police Department will be conducting training exercises with a number of local and regional partners June 25-27. The training will focus on responses to threats involving weapons of mass destruction.
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Romanticism meets technology in website created as resource for students and teachers
June 12, 2013
Jeff Everhart is using modern technology to teach others about a 19th-century movement devoted to nature and emotion.
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Gubernatorial candidates to address Virginia Girls State at Longwood
June 10, 2013
Gubernatorial candidates Ken Cuccinelli and Terry McAuliffe are among those scheduled to address 600 outstanding high-school seniors who will gather on the Longwood University campus June 16-22 for Virginia Girls State.
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Environmental Sciences degree program set to begin at Longwood University
June 04, 2013
A new Longwood program, set to begin fall 2013, will prepare students for careers in the fast-growing field of environmental sciences.
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Two Lancers named All-Americans
May 30, 2013
Two members of the Longwood University softball team earned 2013 Division I All-American honors, as announced by the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) on May 29.
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It’s no mystery: Longwood English professor is still in love with Hardy Boys books
May 28, 2013
It doesn’t take a detective to figure out that Longwood University English professor Chris McGee loves the Hardy Boys.
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It's Always Rock & Roll opens at LCVA
May 23, 2013
To kick off the summer with a little rock and a little roll, the Longwood Center for the Visual Arts is excited to open its newest exhibition, It’s Always Rock & Roll: The Work of Photojournalist Janet Macoska.
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Longwood offers dual-enrollment course in finance for high school students
May 22, 2013
Virginia high-school students are required to pass a one-credit course in economics and personal finance to graduate. Some also will receive college credit, thanks to a Longwood University dual-enrollment course.
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Longwood researchers explore novel method of harnessing wind power
May 17, 2013
Physicists at Longwood University are examining a new way of tapping wind power to create electricity by making vehicles more efficient.
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Longwood students journey to Yellowstone for lessons on life
May 16, 2013
Since 2006, groups of Longwood University students and faculty have been setting out in May on an annual academic pilgrimage to Yellowstone National Park. Their mission is to seek out more than just magnificent scenery and some souvenirs.
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Researchers sometimes manipulate data, says study by Longwood professor
May 16, 2013
Those amazing research results we’re always reading about may not be so amazing after all, says a business professor at Longwood University.
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Vikings likely were kinder, gentler than commonly thought, says Longwood professor
May 15, 2013
The Vikings were not just the wanton marauders of popular portrayal, says a Longwood University medieval scholar who recently conducted archaeological research on the Isle of Man.
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Matt McGregor, associate dean of wellness, wins national award from professional organization
May 14, 2013
Matt McGregor, Longwood’s associate dean of wellness, has received a national award from the National Intramural Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA).
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Longwood University awards 1,022 degrees at commencement
May 11, 2013
A Longwood University alumnus who is a Hollywood actor urged graduates at his alma mater’s undergraduate commencement May 11 to "get character or become one."
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Longwood University sets tuition for 2013-14
May 11, 2013
Longwood University’s Board of Visitors today approved a 4.1 percent increase in tuition and mandatory fees for the 2013-14 school year, bringing that cost for in-state students to $11,340.
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Longwood students sink their teeth into project that raises awareness of hunger
May 10, 2013
Some Longwood University students learned recently that hunger isn’t always halfway around the world. Sometimes it’s just around the corner.
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Longwood alum who is Hollywood actor to be Commencement speaker
May 09, 2013
Longwood University’s speaker for this year’s undergraduate commencement has experience as a coroner’s investigator, a police detective, a park ranger—and many other roles—in his career as a television actor on popular shows including "The Closer."
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First class of nursing students set to graduate from Longwood University
May 08, 2013
For one group of history-making Longwood University graduates it’s not so much about mortarboards and tassels—it’s all about the pin.
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Longwood expanding economic development through new office
May 08, 2013
The Office of Community and Economic Development (OCED), formally established May 1, will forge a closer link with area economic development efforts by making the university’s research, public service and outreach resources more accessible.
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Four Longwood business students chosen for Carnegie Mellon internship
May 01, 2013
Four students from Longwood University’s College of Business and Economics have been selected to participate in an all-expenses-paid research internship at Carnegie Mellon University this summer.
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Study by Longwood professor predicts a person’s willingness to lie
April 30, 2013
A person’s willingness to lie can be predicted with surprising accuracy through a questionnaire developed by a Longwood University faculty member who studies "deception detection."
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Longwood students travel to the Dominican Republic for Spring Break
April 23, 2013
Longwood’s Alternative Spring Break program joined recently with Study Abroad to take students to the Dominican Republic.
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Longwood’s new summer research program has a STEM focus
April 22, 2013
Scientific and mathematic exploration at Longwood University is getting a boost from a new summer research program that pairs students and faculty in an eight-week intensive partnership.
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Longwood University names Dr. Paul E. Chapman as Dean of the College of Education & Human Services
April 08, 2013
Longwood University has named Dr. Paul E. Chapman as its new dean of the College of Education and Human Services. Chapman will begin his new responsibilities on July 1.
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Longwood at Yellowstone National Park project to be focus of campus presentation
April 07, 2013
Longwood University’s effort to promote transdisciplinary education through the Longwood at Yellowstone National Park (YNP) project will be examined in a campus presentation.
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Longwood Camerata Singers to perform with Richmond Symphony
April 07, 2013
Longwood University’s Camerata Singers will perform with the Richmond Symphony in a musical tribute to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation on Saturday, April 13, at 8 p.m. at Richmond CenterStage’s Carpenter Theater.
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Update on Lancer Park Incident
April 06, 2013
A Pittsylvania County man is behind bars on multiple charges related to a fatal shooting at Longwood University Saturday night (April 6, 2013).
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Longwood to host the Virginia Geographic Bee Finals
April 01, 2013
Longwood University and the Virginia Geographic Alliance are teaming up for the first time to host the 2013 Virginia Geographic Bee Finals on Friday, April 5.
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Composer Elizabeth Vercoe to speak at Longwood
April 01, 2013
Elizabeth Vercoe, an internationally renowned composer, will give a lecture Friday, April 12, at 7:30 p.m. in Molnar Recital Hall in Wygal.
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Retiring faculty honored
April 01, 2013
Five Longwood University faculty members who are retiring at the end of the spring 2013 semester were honored recently in a campus reception.
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Celebrated horror fiction writer to speak at Longwood
March 27, 2013
Peter Straub, one of the most-celebrated horror fiction writers in recent history, will read from his works Monday, April 8, at 8 p.m. in Longwood University’s Wygal Auditorium.
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Environmental conservation leader to speak at Longwood
March 27, 2013
Mike Foreman, director of the Office of Environmental Education for the Commonwealth of Virginia, will speak Tuesday, April 2, at 7 p.m. in Longwood University’s Blackwell Ballroom.
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Medieval-style fencing and chess to be illuminated at conference: “Where the Wild Things Are?”
March 25, 2013
Longwood University will host the Seventh Annual Undergraduate Medieval Conference: Meeting in the Middle on April 5-6.
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Longwood University names W. Taylor Reveley IV as next president
March 23, 2013
Longwood University has named W. Taylor Reveley IV as its new president, for a term to begin June 1 and run through at least 2018. The Longwood Board of Visitors voted unanimously today, Saturday, March 23, following a nine-month national search.
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Workshops by Longwood student aimed at putting kids in the science fair winners’ circle
March 22, 2013
Longwood University biology major Jesse Schrader ’14 of Prospect is bringing collegiate experience and expertise to the highly competitive world of science fairs.
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Longwood involved in statewide effort in collaborative research in logistics
March 15, 2013
Longwood University was instrumental in founding a new statewide organization that will support collaborative research projects in logistics.
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Longwood lecturer’s research reveals solutions for the stressed-out mind
March 12, 2013
If you’re stressed out, a Longwood University lecturer says that a combination of being in nature and exercise can work wonders on the worried mind.
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Longwood launches new mobile web app
March 01, 2013
Longwood University has launched a new mobile web app in an effort deliver usable, mobile-appropriate content to students, faculty, staff, alumni and visitors.
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Writer Candice Ransom to speak at Longwood
March 01, 2013
Candice Ransom, a popular author of children’s and young adult literature, will speak Thursday, March 21, at 4 p.m. in the atrium of Longwood University’s Greenwood Library.
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Longwood emergency notification systems to be activated March 12 for tornado drill
February 26, 2013
Longwood University’s public address/siren warning and text messaging system will be activated Tuesday, March 12, at 9:45 a.m. as part of a statewide tornado drill.
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Colson Whitehead to be awarded Longwood’s Dos Passos Prize for Literature
February 25, 2013
American novelist Colson Whitehead will be awarded the 31st annual John Dos Passos Prize for Literature at Longwood University on Thursday, Feb. 28.
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Longwood receives Dominion renewable energy grant to increase efficiency of innovative heating plant
February 15, 2013
Longwood University has received a $50,000 grant from Dominion Virginia Power to commission a pre-planning study to create a biomass fuel processing center.
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Marketing innovator Andy Stefanovich to speak at Longwood
February 11, 2013
Andy Stefanovich, an innovative marketing consultant, will speak Thursday, Feb. 21, at 6:30 p.m. in Longwood University’s Blackwell Ballroom.
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Longwood Theatre to present L’Amour: An Opera Theatre Workshop Production
February 11, 2013
L’Amour: An Opera Theatre Workshop Production, will be presented by the Longwood University theatre and music programs for the 7th Annual Opera Workshop.
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Longwood psychology professor studies building trust in the Middle East
February 11, 2013
If U.S. military forces in Iraq and Afghanistan were trusted more by the locals, would they be safer? A Longwood University psychology professor thinks so.
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Longwood study examines how spammers get email addresses
February 07, 2013
If you want to cut down on the spam you receive, obfuscate your email address. That’s the recommendation of a Longwood University computer science professor who has studied how spammers get your address.
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The Princeton Review names Longwood one of 75 public “Best Value Colleges”
February 06, 2013
Longwood University is one of the nation’s "Best Value" colleges and universities, according to The Princeton Review. The education services company selected Longwood as one of 75 public institutions to be featured in its book.
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Longwood to host 14th Annual Civil War Seminar
January 29, 2013
Longwood University and Appomattox Court House National Historical Park are teaming up again to host the 14th Annual Civil War Seminar on Saturday, Feb. 16.
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President/CEO of Barber Martin to be Executive-in-Residence at Longwood University
January 22, 2013
Robyn Deyo, president and CEO of Barber Martin Agency, one of the largest advertising agencies in the mid-Atlantic, will speak Thursday, Feb. 14, at 7 p.m. in Longwood University’s Hiner Auditorium.
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Longwood offers new one-year master’s in elementary education
January 18, 2013
Longwood University is offering a new one-year Master of Science in Education degree with a concentration in elementary education beginning in the 2013 spring semester.
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Longwood business school reaccredited by most prestigious accrediting agency
January 11, 2013
The most prestigious accrediting agency for schools of business around the world has reaffirmed its stamp of approval for Longwood University’s College of Business and Economics.
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Partnership with area school system puts future teachers on the front lines of innovative project
January 11, 2013
Current teaching methods have robbed children of the ability to think for themselves, say educators at Longwood and Charlotte County Public Schools, who are working together in a one-of-a-kind program to give students back this critical skill.
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Longwood to host Sixth Annual STEM Learning Summit
January 08, 2013
Samantha Marquez, a 16-year-old inventor/scientist who has worked in university research labs since she was 12, is one of the speakers who will shed light on the importance of science, technology, engineering and math education at Longwood.
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Longwood professor seeking better treatment for traumatic brain injury victims
January 04, 2013
A Longwood University professor’s research could hold the key to better treatment for victims of traumatic brain injuries like soldiers and football players.