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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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.