2016 News & Articles
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16 Memorable Moments of 2016 as Seen on Social Media
December 31, 2016
As we say hello to 2017, here are just a few of the memorable social media posts from the Longwood community over the past year.
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Longwood leads launch of Study Virginia, consortium focused on building state’s brand abroad
December 20, 2016
Every student—especially international students—are looking for the right fit in a college. The broad array of higher education options in Virginia, means that often the state has exactly what students and parents are looking for.
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Two Longwood students awarded statewide scholarship for cyber security careers
December 12, 2016
Two Longwood University students who want to serve their country in the critical field of cyber security have attracted the attention and support of the commonwealth of Virginia—to the tune of $20,000 annually for up to two years.
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Q&A: Nursing program looks to build on success of major accomplishments
December 07, 2016
Nursing department chair Dr. Deborah Ulmer sat down to talk about the success of the most recent class, and the future growth of the program.
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Volunteer roles at VP Debate lead two Longwood students to an even bigger stage: the Super Bowl
November 29, 2016
Vice Presidential Debate volunteers Allyson Stone '17 and Ryan Carey '17 left an impression on Fox News producer Pete Flores. Now working on the Super Bowl, Flores knew he needed additional hands he could count on and called up Stone and Carey.
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Longwood music professor using ukuleles to prepare future teachers
November 17, 2016
The ukulele might not get much respect at most music conservatories, but one Longwood University music professor is quick to sing its praises.
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Longwood announces gift to support transformational learning experiences, largest in university’s history
November 17, 2016
Gift from Joan ’64 and Macon Brock—Longwood’s largest-ever—will expand the vision of a distinctly Longwood program that gets to the heart of citizen leadership.
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Longwood is a family affair for 3 MBA students and their children
November 14, 2016
The dinner table becomes a common study area when parents and their kids both have Longwood papers due the next day.
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Beloved Longwood professor, longtime philanthropist honored with naming of athletic field
November 11, 2016
On October 29, the Lancers' home field hockey turf was named Elizabeth Burger Jackson Field in honor of Dr. Elizabeth Burger Jackson, who blazed a trail for Longwood's female student-athletes during her standout field hockey career from 1930-32.
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Longwood recognizes police officers, others for actions beyond call of duty
November 10, 2016
On Wednesday, Nov. 9, William Shular and Sgt. Walter Whitt were awarded the Medal of Valor, the Longwood Police Department’s top honor for their selfless display of courage.
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Longwood Police Department again ranked among best in country
November 08, 2016
For the eighth straight year, Longwood’s police department has been named one of the top university security operations in the country.
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Vote for your favorite Longwood tradition
November 08, 2016
Millions of Americans will go to the polls today to vote for president, but on our ballot, Lancers are always the clear winner. Vote below for your favorite tradition that makes Longwood great!
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Register and Sharp Halls dedicated, first new main campus residence halls in a generation
November 07, 2016
With spacious lounge areas, handsome fireplaces and great views of the heart of central campus, the rooms in newly opened Register and Sharp residence halls are classic Longwood.
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Students apply genetic lens to local environment in newly formed Longwood-Hampden-Sydney partnership
October 28, 2016
Every Tuesday morning at 9 a.m., unusually chipper students at Prince Edward County High School gather in a science classroom—but it’s not their usual teacher at the front of the room. Instead, they are greeted by two college professors.
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Longwood archaeology students get real-world experience in project close to home
October 28, 2016
When Longwood University’s new admissions building is built, a group of archaeology students will know the site’s history better than anyone.
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Longwood Theatre to present The Cover of Life, Nov. 9-13
October 26, 2016
Longwood University Theatre’s production of The Cover of Life by R.T. Robinson will be presented Nov. 9-13 in the Mainstage Auditorium of the Center for Communication Studies and Theatre.
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For second straight year, Longwood ranks among 10 best regional public universities in the South
October 18, 2016
Thanks to increasing graduation and retention rates, as well as a demonstrated commitment to keeping costs in check, Longwood for the second straight year is ranked among the top ten regional public universities in the South.
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14 Great Debate Social Media Posts
October 09, 2016
Social media was buzzing with activity around the U.S. Vice Presidential Debate on October 4, 2016. Here were just a few of our #LongwoodDebate favorites.
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9 Debate Stories That Helped Tell the Longwood Story
October 09, 2016
The coverage of Longwood and Farmville leading up to the Vice Presidential Debate has been extraordinary -- almost too much to count. Here are just a few of our favorites that helped share our story with the world.
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A Heartbeat Away
October 04, 2016
When the vice presidential candidates meet on stage for their lone debate each election cycle, the undercard often garners as much attention as the title match.
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Live Blog: Longwood VP Debate
October 02, 2016
During the days before and on Debate Day itself, we’ll take you behind the scenes, tell you what’s happening right now and provide perspective on what it all means.
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Virginia’s youth encouraged to join the debate
October 01, 2016
The voting age may be 18, but there’s no age restriction on getting involved in the political process. That’s what students from across Southern Virginia learned when they gathered at Longwood for a conference on citizenship and politics last week.
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VIDEO: How hosting the U.S. Vice Presidential Debate has transformed our campus
September 30, 2016
The stage is set. On Oct. 4, Longwood University will host the U.S. Vice Presidential Debate with Tim Kaine and Mike Pence. Get the inside scoop on what it takes to host a debate and some of the changes on campus in anticipation of the big event.
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Behind the scenes of the unprecedented debate volunteer operation
September 27, 2016
It takes a small army of volunteers to host the Vice Presidential Debate–about 1,000 in total, including almost 700 students. The general of that army: a hyper-organized font of Lancer pride and bottomless energy named Macrae Hammond ’14 (M.S. ’15).
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Debate Countdown: Life On The Trail
September 26, 2016
Art 495: On The Campaign Trail is perhaps the most distinctive and remarkable of more than 30 courses on campus this fall that have been created or redesigned to incorporate debate themes.
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A Place That Has Shaped A Nation
September 26, 2016
It’s America’s first two-college town, a place where the final hours of the Civil War unfolded and a student strike helped launch the modern civil rights movement.
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News networks looking for a “GameDay” atmosphere for debate week
September 25, 2016
Imagine ESPN’s “College GameDay” coming to Longwood. Now imagine something much bigger, with five networks, dozens of anchors, and two days’ worth of coverage. Get ready to put yourself in the middle of it all – and maybe be seen on live TV.
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Secret Service reveals inner workings in Sept. 26 forum prior to VP Debate at Longwood
September 21, 2016
Members of the Secret Service will give a rare glimpse into their operations at 7 p.m. Sept. 26 in Blackwell Ballroom. The event is free and the public is invited.
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How well do you know your favorite comedians?
September 21, 2016
Second City, the celebrated improv comedy troupe, will perform LIVE at Longwood University as part of the Vice Presidential Debate celebration. Did you know the troupe has launched the careers of many famous comedians? Take this quiz to learn more.
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Longwood Theatre to present Antigone, Sept. 21-25
September 19, 2016
Longwood University Theatre’s production of Jean Anouilh’s version of the classic Greek tragedy Antigone will be presented Sept. 21-25 in the Mainstage Auditorium of the Center for Communication Studies and Theatre.
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Be heard at First Amendment Field
September 19, 2016
In the shadow of a landmark where student activism helped change the world, Longwood University will invite the public to make their voices heard during the Oct. 4 Vice Presidential Debate.
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Alumni watch party boxes come together in musical assembly line
September 16, 2016
Watch party kits will soon land on alumni doorsteps and give them everything they need to host a family-and-friends watch party on one of the most unforgettable nights in Longwood history.
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Top minds in cyber security to discuss national issues on Sept. 16 at Longwood
September 14, 2016
Cyber security experts will discuss the current political climate and the future of the cyber security profession. Free and open to the public.
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Farmville Baptist Church and First Baptist Church: Sharing a Common History
September 13, 2016
The story of Farmville Baptist and First Baptist mirrors a story told across the country, especially in the South: that faith and history, while constantly evolving, is woven tightly together.
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Dean of presidential debate moderators addresses Convocation
September 12, 2016
Jim Lehrer, the legendary PBS NewsHour host, addressed the seniors at Convocation, which marked the official opening of the academic year.
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Flight Patterns: Summer in the shade earns insight into bird landing and takeoff patterns
September 12, 2016
McCoy Williams '18 spent his summer watching birdfeeders and in the lab looking at frames of the birds in flight to study how birds land and take off in the wild.
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Hundreds of student volunteers prep for an unforgettable week
September 12, 2016
Events like a general election debate require a small army of volunteers, and the Longwood family answered the call in a huge way.
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11 Convocation 2016 caps you need to see
September 10, 2016
Convocation 2016 was filled–as usual–with hundreds of well-decorated caps reflecting the unique personalities of this year’s senior class. Here are 11 of the ones you didn’t want to miss.
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Longtime PBS anchor Jim Lehrer brings insight to campus
September 09, 2016
Thursday, Sept. 8 started as many days have for Jim Lehrer, the longtime host of PBS's flagship "Newshour." It ended in a slightly more unfamiliar setting, as Lehrer spoke to nearly a thousand freshman Longwood students.
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Student gets early start on future career in aquatic science research
August 31, 2016
Jacob Spain ’17 set out to discover whether the increase in dissolved organic carbon concentration—called "brownification"—has affected the ability of fish to see and capture their prey.
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Appomattox liberal studies major awarded Moton Legacy Scholarship
August 26, 2016
Making a difference is more than a catchphrase for Amber Litchford—it’s the way she lives her life.
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Longwood faculty donate books to African research education effort
August 26, 2016
Young scholars in the developing world who want to publish research articles are often stymied by a shortage of books on statistics and research methods. Longwood University faculty members recently joined in an international effort to help.
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LCVA, Associated Press showcase 100 years of presidential campaign photography
August 25, 2016
This fall, the Longwood Center for the Visual Arts and the Associated Press have teamed up to debut an exhibition showcasing historic and revealing images from presidential campaigns dating to the early 20th century.
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Longwood announces schedule of events leading up to Oct. 4 VP Debate
August 23, 2016
The VP debate will be the culmination of a weekslong stretch of engaging academic and public programming.
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Longwood officers to receive Medal of Valor
August 23, 2016
When lightning caused a fire at the Longwood Landings, two LUPD officers courageously headed straight into the building.
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American Shakespeare Center presents free performance of Romeo and Juliet, Sept. 20
August 22, 2016
The American Shakespeare Center (ASC) will present a free performance of The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare in Longwood University’s Jarman Auditorium on Tuesday, Sept. 20, at 7 p.m.
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Student using piece of equipment she made in research project
August 11, 2016
Why buy it online when you can make it yourself?
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Longwood music faculty to present recital, Aug. 22
August 09, 2016
Longwood University’s 6th annual First Night Faculty Gala Recital, presented by the music department to mark the beginning of the academic year, will be presented Monday, Aug. 22, at 7:30 p.m. in Molnar Recital Hall in Wygal Hall.
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Longwood launches summer research program for undergraduates in the humanities.
August 08, 2016
When Hannah and Rachel Stapleford recently tested the balance and coordination of student-athletes at Amelia County High School, some of whom have had concussions, they weren’t looking for future MVPs.
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Longwood Center for Community Music to offer voice and instrumental classes this fall
August 01, 2016
If you’ve ever wanted to learn to play the ukulele, you don’t have to go to Hawaii. The Longwood Center for Community Music can help.
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Longwood recognized for commitment to affordability
July 28, 2016
Longwood’s commitment to affordability in the face of sharply rising tuition rates across the country has set it apart from other public universities in the state and has also earned the university recognition in several nationwide rankings.
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Community projects are focus of Longwood course
July 25, 2016
Even though they’ll probably never play on it, some Longwood University students are excited about a playground the local Head Start program will build this summer.
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Student researchers show how the laws of physics rule the behavior of everyday objects
July 25, 2016
Rebecca Skelton ’18 and Chelsea Dandridge ’17 have been playing with food lately. In a lab in Chichester, they’re smashing eggs, squishing Cheetos Puffs, soaking popcorn in water and stretching Twizzlers, pretzels and pizza slices.
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Businessman, noted author to address Longwood online MBA students
July 21, 2016
Longwood University online MBA students will get a front-line look into competitive business and leadership responsibilities when John D. Bassett III, noted author and chairman of the Galax-based Vaughan-Bassett Furniture, pays a visit to campus.
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Student researcher works to reduce breast cancer risk from cosmetics
July 20, 2016
Bridget Bergquist ’17 slowly poured silica gel, sand and liquid into a glass tube, then watched everything trickle to the bottom.
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Student researchers go fishing for crayfish
July 18, 2016
If someone had told David Conner ’17 and Connor Perry ’19 that they could spend a summer fishing—get paid for it and boost their job skills—they might have thought it was a college offer too good to be true. They would have been wrong.
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Better electronic devices are the focus of Longwood student’s research
July 13, 2016
What’s trending? If it’s something to do with the impact of molecular structure on the performance of electronic devices, Jayden Metzger ’17 can probably tell you.
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Student researcher, working to decode DNA, thrives on navigating uncharted waters
July 12, 2016
Cat Gambill, like many college students, looks forward to the end of the week. But unlike many of her friends, it’s not the prospect of relaxation or road trips that gets her excited—it’s the anticipation of looking at spreadsheets.
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Committing to our common future
July 07, 2016
Improving early childhood education is a moral and economic imperative.
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Longwood graduates launch summer day camps at Hull Springs Farm
June 29, 2016
Stunning natural beauty, a bevy of ongoing research projects, and versatile flora and fauna make Longwood University’s Hull Springs Farm a perfect outdoor classroom.
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Home warranties may help sellers
June 27, 2016
While a warranty may not add value to a home’s sale price, it may help a house sell more quickly.
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PRISM study leads to nuanced approach to motherhood for Longwood research student
June 24, 2016
Teresa Fruchterman ’18 sat watching a video of an experiment that had just concluded, knowing what she was about to see: a mother rat ignoring a group of pups. Only that’s not what she saw.
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Board of Visitors appoints Wertz as rector, welcomes three new members
June 21, 2016
Robert S. Wertz Jr. ’85 is elected as new rector. Gov. Terry McAuliffe appoints Katharine McKeown Bond ’98, Steven Gould, of Danville, and Nettie L. Simon-Owens, of South Boston, to the Board of Visitors.
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Blackwater rivers crucial in carbon cycle, Longwood researcher finds
June 15, 2016
Longwood biologist Dr. Dina Leech finds that blackwater rivers contribute as much organic carbon to the coastal ocean as larger, non-blackwater rivers, a fact that demands attention.
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Student wins competition to design the ‘face of the debate’
June 14, 2016
When a sea of visitors and media descend on the campus of Longwood University in October for the one and only Vice Presidential Debate of 2016, the work of student designer Landon Cooper ’16 will be front and center.
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Longwood alumni honored as top teachers
June 10, 2016
Across the country, Longwood alumni are winning top-teacher honors.
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Year in Photos 2015 - 2016
June 08, 2016
Yet another amazing year at Longwood University. This video features photos from a variety of special moments throughout the school year.
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More than 30 debate-related courses take shape for fall semester
June 06, 2016
The last week of Sept. will be one of the busiest in the history of Longwood: administrators, faculty, and staff will be in final preparations for the arrival of the vice presidential candidates, who will take the stage in Willett Hall for a debate.
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Faculty research in active learning spurs poignant lessons for pre-service teachers
May 27, 2016
Longwood's pre-service teachers find their own classroom learning proves an invaluable tool when reaching their students.
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Longwood to hold summer piano camp June 6-10
May 26, 2016
Kristen Topham, of Longwood's music department, hopes summer camps will become and annual affair. The Longwood Center for Community Music, an outreach of Longwood University’s music department, will hold a summer piano camp June 6-10.
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Award-winning journalists Dan Balz and Jim Lehrer announced as Longwood Commencement, Convocation speakers
May 20, 2016
Dan Balz, chief correspondent of the Washington Post, and Jim Lehrer, the legendary PBS Newshour host who has moderated 12 Presidential and Vice Presidential Debates, will speak at upcoming major university events.
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Longwood Speech, Hearing and Learning Services to offer free speech and hearing screenings
May 19, 2016
Free speech and hearing screenings are the Longwood University’s Speech, Hearing and Learning Services' latest community offering.
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Grant bolsters Longwood science initiative, provides scholarships for area students
May 18, 2016
The National Science Foundation awards Longwood the second-largest federal grant in the University's history.
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5 Biggest Shocks Teens Get When Learning about Personal Finance: Lessons from a High School Economics Class
May 18, 2016
The Longwood University Center for Financial Responsibility helps open teens' eyes to the truth about money.
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Children angered by disrespect like adults, Longwood researchers find
May 17, 2016
Longwood researchers find children respond to disrespect just like adults: with anger, not sadness.
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Upcoming presidential debates will be welcome breath of civility, Washington Post’s chief correspondent tells
May 14, 2016
By hosting the 2016 Vice Presidential Debate, Longwood University is "providing a public service."
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Suzy Szasz Palmer, dean of Greenwood Library, to deliver graduate commencement address
May 12, 2016
Beloved Dean of the Greenwood Library, Suzy Szasz Palmer, will deliver the commencement address at the Graduate Commencement Ceremony before she retires.
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Longwood students raise money to give books to area children
May 12, 2016
A group called SELF works for others.
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From the LCVA to the Smithsonian: Longwood graduating senior lands dream job
May 10, 2016
Impressed by her work at the Longwood Center for the Visual arts, the Smithsonian Institution offers graduating senior Catherine Kinsley a research position.
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Longwood study: Algae production linked to carbon cycle in lakes, ponds
May 06, 2016
Variation in the amount of organic matter in lake sediments—a critical factor in understanding and tracking the carbon cycle—is linked to algae production in arctic lakes, according to a new study by Longwood biology professor Dr. Ken Fortino.
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Senior Talk: 7 Soon-To-Be Graduates Reflect on Final Projects
April 28, 2016
Mary Alexander ’16 and Jennifer Thompson ’17 talked to members of the class of 2016 as they complete their final projects and presentations before heading off into the "real world."
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12 Study Spots Around Farmville
April 28, 2016
Looking for somewhere different to study? Mary Alexander ’16 and Jennifer Thompson ’17 suggest some perfect nearby spots to prepare during exam week.
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Authors to reveal lost histories of African-American doctors in WWI at Longwood-Moton event April 29
April 26, 2016
For nearly a century, the names of 104 men sat in a dusty file in the National Archives. The list, lost to history, gave scant information on a group of African-American doctors who volunteered in World War I, some of whom were killed in battle.
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Student study: When tragedy strikes, most turn online—but in different ways
April 22, 2016
When it comes to grief and bereavement, a generational divide is extant on social media.
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Study: Concerns exist about questionable research methods
April 21, 2016
The intense pressure of university research can lead to questionable methods, even ethical breaches.
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Longwood event to encourage citizen participation in science April 23
April 20, 2016
You don’t always need to be a botanist or zoologist to contribute to science. Thanks to Longwood University’s participation in a statewide effort, anyone can play the role of scientific observer this Saturday.
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Public reception on April 28 at Moton Museum highlights stories of those affected by school closing
April 19, 2016
"Their Voices, Our History," a collaboration between Longwood University and the Moton Museum, reveals stunningly personal insight into the Prince Edward County school closings.
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Longwood student group to host local event for hearing awareness
April 16, 2016
Longwood students take part in a national effort to raise awareness of the need to protect the gift of hearing.
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Longwood Theatre presents The Musical of Musicals (The Musical!), April 14-23
April 15, 2016
"If you like musicals, you’ll love it. If you think musicals are stupid, you’ll love it even more," said guest director Keri Wormald.
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Dr. Roger Byrne, distinguished scientist
April 15, 2016
Lauded Irish zoologist to become new dean of the Cook-Cole College of Arts and Sciences.
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Longwood Wind Symphony, Jazz Ensembles to present concert April 19
April 15, 2016
Musical extravaganza features student soloists and conductors.
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Shiv Sharma '18 Passes Away
April 13, 2016
Shiv Sharma, class of 2018, passes away in a car accident.
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Things We Love About Spring Weekend
April 08, 2016
Spring Weekend is here, and Natalie Joseph ’16 pulled together the top five things everyone loves about Longwood’s annual spring tradition.
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Traditional Polynesian sailing vessel’s stop at Hull Springs Farm to showcase modern environmental research
April 07, 2016
A traditional Polynesian voyaging canoe stops at Hull Springs Farm on its round-the-world voyage.
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For third straight year, Longwood will hold price increases to historic lows
April 05, 2016
Longwood maintains the lowest three-year tuition increase of any Virginia public university since 1999.
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Longwood’s annual Raft Debate set for April 12
April 04, 2016
Serious, yet sarcastic, Longwood's fourth annual Raft Debate is sure to entertain.
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Longwood recreation center ranked among best in country
March 31, 2016
Longwood's recreation center is a nationally-recognized gem.
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Fun, interactive summer camps make learning come alive at Longwood
March 30, 2016
Get your Lego fix this summer at Longwood University’s Speech, Hearing and Learning Services' summer day camps.
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Longwood offers 10 scholarships to area students enrolling in summer personal finance course
March 30, 2016
Longwood offers scholarships to high school students to complete mandatory finance course.
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Longwood ceramics program and local pottery studio collaborate closely
March 29, 2016
Longwood's art department provides expertise and collaboration to local pottery studio.
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Retiring Longwood faculty members honored at reception
March 25, 2016
Longwood honors retiring faculty.
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Broadway star brings musical theatre to Longwood in March 25 performance
March 22, 2016
Longwood faculty members join Broadway star on the Wygal stage.
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Free workshop shows parents how to turn playtime into learning time
March 16, 2016
Children learn best not by listening to lectures but by doing the one thing they most want to do anyway: playing.
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Prominent biologist to speak at Longwood on his “contemporary evolution” research March 28
March 15, 2016
Since the time of Charles Darwin, the rate of evolution has been assumed to be very slow. Recent research, however, has shown that evolution can occur quickly, often within just a few decades.
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Longwood tops one-day giving record with outpouring of alumni support
March 14, 2016
Showing their love for Longwood through videos, students, alumni, and supporters come together in a successful media campaign.
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Record number of applicants driven by compelling story, says enrollment chief
March 14, 2016
Longwood uses its rich history to attract more applicants.
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6 Times Women Faculty and Staff Have Made A Difference
March 08, 2016
International Women’s Day is celebrated across the world on March 8th. Mary Alexander ’16 and Jennifer Thompson ’17 asked some of their fellow female Lancers about the women who have made a difference in their lives at Longwood.
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Longwood professor plays key role in research on diabetes-fingerprint asymmetry link
March 04, 2016
Fingerprints are known to be important clues in solving crimes—but in predicting and preventing disease?Longwood professor's research reveals fingerprin-analysis can predict who is at risk for diabetes.
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Longwood University Police Department accredited
February 25, 2016
Longwood University Police gain coveted distinction.
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New Longwood Center for Community Music offers group, private lessons for piano beginners
February 23, 2016
The new Longwood Center for Community Music launches a piano outreach program.
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Longwood tapped to run leadership program for state’s teachers
February 18, 2016
A partnership between Longwood and the Department of Education aims to help low-performing school districts reach new heights.
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Professor, student bond over chessboard
February 18, 2016
It doesn’t hurt to be friends with the dean—until you start checkmating him regularly. Alex Morton ’16 breaks out into a wide smile when he talks about playing chess with his favorite partner on campus—physics professor Dr. Chuck Ross, former dean.
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Work by Longwood playwright premieres off Times Square
February 11, 2016
For a playwright, having an "off" day—or even an "off-off" day—is great: Longwood English professor finds success off-Broadway.
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Outgoing Dean Suzy Szasz Palmer reflects on changes, role of libraries in future
February 10, 2016
Dean Suzy Szasz Palmer has presided over Longwood’s Greenwood Library for the last five years, at a time when the role of libraries on college campuses is evolving and digital collections are replacing vast shelves of volumes.
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Billie Holiday tribute, high school bands punctuate spring musical performances on Longwood’s campus
January 29, 2016
A new season of performances brings diversity and excitement to the Longwood Department of Music.
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Outgoing Dean Paul Barrett reflects on legacy, growth of College of Business and Economics
January 28, 2016
Outgoing dean reflects on a culture change in the College of Business and Economics.
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Immediate aftermath and legacy of Appomattox surrender topic of 17th Civil War Seminar Feb. 6
January 27, 2016
Top Civil War scholars in the country will discuss the immediate aftermath of the Appomattox Court House during Longwood's Civil War seminar.
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Political commentator Jeff Schapiro bringing political expertise to campus Feb. 4
January 22, 2016
The President's Lecture Series present crackerjack political journalist, Jeff Schapiro.
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Richmond Symphony to return to Longwood Feb. 4
January 22, 2016
The Richmond Symphony is returning to the Jarman Auditorium stage in February for a night of soaring, powerful music.
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Author, educator to headline annual MLK Week of service, reflection
January 15, 2016
Students celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a day of service.
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Mystery surrounding collapse of ancient civilization among topics explored in book on Maya culture
January 13, 2016
Dr. Walter Witschey, research professor of anthropology and geography at Longwood University, publishes new book on ancient Mayan culture.
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Longwood’s mission played formative role in historic commonwealth attorney’s life
January 13, 2016
Prince Edward County's first African-American Commonwealth's Attorney credits a lifetime at Longwood with teaching her social responsibility and justice.
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Longwood online MBA program ranked nationally by U.S. News & World Report
January 12, 2016
Longwood online MBA receives top honor for third consecutive year.
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Authors appearing at the 2016 Virginia Children’s Book Festival sweep top book awards
January 11, 2016
2016 Virginia Children's Book Festival authors sweep the industry's top literary awards.
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Longwood real estate faculty rank among best in the world for contributions to field
January 06, 2016
Longwood's real estate faculty is recognized for excellence by their peers.