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A Great Opportunity for Farmville

January 27, 2017

In 2017, Longwood and Farmville have a tremendous opportunity to advance our strong partnership, working together to improve the intersection at Griffin, High and Oak.
First woman to row unassisted across Atlantic Ocean brings message of courage, perseverance to Longwood

January 27, 2017

Tori Murden McClure, the first woman to row unassisted across the Atlantic Ocean, will bring her story of courage, perseverance and determination—mixed with a lot of humor—to Longwood University on Thursday, Feb. 9.
12th century mercenaries faced greater condemnation than today

January 23, 2017

Mercenaries in the 12th century faced widespread condemnation—some of it well-deserved, said Dr. Steven Isaac, a specialist in medieval military culture.
Provocative journalist headlines Longwood’s annual MLK Week

January 18, 2017

One of the most recognizable pundits in America, Roland S. Martin, will deliver the keynote address at Longwood University’s annual weeklong celebration of Martin Luther King Jr.
Longwood alumna endows early childhood development center with million-dollar gift

January 17, 2017

Dr. Jane Richardson Taylor's feelings are so strong about early childhood education that she has now committed $1 million to establish an early childhood development center at Longwood University, which will open this year.
Richmond Symphony to perform Feb. 3 at Longwood

January 11, 2017

The Richmond Symphony will perform in Longwood University’s Jarman Auditorium on Friday, Feb. 3, at 7:30 p.m.
Longwood Music Department to present spring concerts

January 05, 2017

Music lovers have a wide variety of Longwood Music Department-sponsored concerts from which to choose this spring.
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.
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.
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.