• Art and geology converge in alumna’s career

    February 19, 2025

    Paula Erwin Totten ’92 combines her passion for art and science as the owner of Twisted Holly Services, bringing video production and graphic design to farms and agricultural businesses in Cumberland, Virginia.

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    Alum leads law firm’s diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives

    February 19, 2025

    O’Kelly E. McWilliams III ’90 is leading the charge in diversity, equity, and inclusion at Holland & Knight as the firm’s new diversity partner.

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    Alum named chief operating officer

    February 05, 2025

    Danny Pate ’89 is driving innovation in fiber optic broadband as chief operating officer of Fatbeam. With over 30 years of experience, he leads engineering, operations, and service delivery at the company’s Idaho headquarters. Praised for his leadership and expertise, Pate credits Longwood for shaping his successful career.

  • Alum awarded $10,000 fellowship

    February 05, 2025

    Longwood alumnus Horace Scruggs ’85, a musician, educator, and filmmaker, was awarded a $10,000 Voices Remembered fellowship from Preservation Virginia to support his research on African American history. His work, including documentaries and concerts, was recently featured during a residency at Piedmont Virginia Community College.

  • Alum tapped as top administrative officer

    January 22, 2025

    An SCC leader with expertise in budget, HR, technology, and more, this Longwood mathematics and computer science alumnus keeps operations running smoothly.

  • Therapeutic riding instructor puts degree to work

    January 22, 2025

    Susan Meadors Warren ’83, a lifelong equestrian and executive director of Tackfully Teamed Riding Academy, was honored as a 2024 distinguished alumnus of Patrick & Henry Community College for her 40+ years of dedication to improving the lives of individuals with disabilities through therapeutic horseback riding.

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    Alumna pens Southern gothic mystery set in Farmville

    December 16, 2024

    Katherine Yancey De Lorraine ’68, M.A. ’79, explores Farmville’s history and mystery in her Southern Gothic novel Miss Lila’s Place.

  • Alums Collaborate on LU video

    December 16, 2024

    Alumni Ransford Doherty and Martin Montgomery teamed up to create an award-winning video ad, "What The World Needs," showcasing the university's vibrant academic, student life, and athletic experiences.

  • Dr. Shelby Furman

    December 03, 2024

    Dr. Shelby Furman ’16, director of food and product safety programs for FMI, is shaping science-based policies to ensure a safer and healthier global food supply chain.

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    Alumna is a regional School Librarian of the Year

    December 03, 2024

    Crystal Hamlin ’19, middle/upper-school librarian at the Steward School, was honored as the 2024 James Region School Librarian of the Year for her innovative programs and passionate library advocacy.