Longwood University Library

Please join us on Thursday, March 21 at 4:00pm in the Library Atrium for a talk by Candice Ransom, popular author of children’s and young adult literature.  Ransom has published over 100 books that combine history, biography, fantasy, mystery, and adventure.  She has written 18 titles in the Boxcar Children series, and the chapter book series, Time Spies.  Her books have been recognized by several national lists, including: the New York Times 10 Best Illustrated Books, New York Public Library Best 100 Books, Virginia Young Readers List, and Smithsonian Notable Book.  Candice received her MFA in Writing from Vermont College and her MA in Children’s Writing from Hollins University, and now teaches in the MA/MFA program at Hollins University.  For more information, please visit the Candice Ransom website.

The talk is sponsored by the Friends of the Janet D. Greenwood Library.  A reception will begin at 3:30pm.  The event is free and open to the public.  If you are planning on attending, please contact Keary Mariannino at (434) 395-2431 or marianninokm@longwood.edu.

Are you starting to “camp out” in the Library to prepare for finals?  Take a study break with us!  Extended hours start Monday, November 26th.  To kick things off, we’ll host our first ever ‘Fort Finals’ event Monday, November 26th – Wednesday, November 28th.  We’ll be offering a variety of snacks, beverages, Writing Center Assistance, and activities in the Library’s Atrium to make this time less stressful and more productive for you.  Cookie breaks will be on the evenings of November 27th, 29th, and December 2nd – 6th.

Monday, November 26th:

Candy and apple cider (8 p.m. – 11 p.m. or when snacks run out!)

Writing Center tutor stationed in Library Atrium (8 p.m. – 10 p.m.)

Tuesday, November 27th:

Lemonade and chips (2 p.m. – 5 p.m. or when snacks run out!)

Wednesday, November 28th:

Cookies, cake pops, fruit, and trail mix (8 p.m. – 11 p.m. or when snacks run out!)

Writing Center tutor stationed in Library Atrium (8 p.m.-10 p.m.)

Tuesday, Nov. 27th, Thursday 29th, and Sun. – Thur., Dec. 2nd – 6th.

Cookie breaks in the evening

Additionally, take a puzzle or game break from your studies to relax under the canopy and send your family and friends ‘Greetings from Greenwood’ postcards to ensure them that you are working hard, compliments of the Library!

Thanks to the Janet D. Greenwood Library, Longwood Dining Services, the Office of Enrollment Management and Student Success, the Wellness Center, the Writing Center, Printing Services, and Alumni Relations for sponsoring this event.

LONGWOOD HISTORY COMES ALIVE @ GREENWOOD LIBRARY:  A SPECIAL COLLECTIONS EVENT
Library Atrium
Tuesday, March 27, at 3:30 p.m.

Greenwood Library’s Special Collections holds unique treasures that make the history of Longwood University come alive.  On Tuesday, March 27, at 3:30 p.m., the Greenwood Library will host an event that will feature faculty, staff, and students reading excerpts from a variety of materials that were written in days gone by.  A slideshow of historical photos will be included as a part of this event.  Attendees will have an opportunity to win one of three Barnes and Noble gift cards being given away as door prizes.  Refreshments will be available following the program.  Make plans to attend this event on March 27 at 3:30 p.m. in the Atrium of the Greenwood Library.  We hope to see you there!

“Around the World and Across Time:
How We Define Women Writers and How They Define Us”

Greenwood Library Atrium
Longwood University
Monday, April 19th through Friday, the 23rd

How have women writers’ differing experiences and cultures influenced their understanding of what it means to be a woman?  What are the benefits of considering women writers as a group, and what are the costs?  These questions and others animate the work of students from ENGL 362: Genders and Bodies, who have created poster presentations on the impact of influential woman authors like Margaret Atwood, Sylvia Plath, Sharon Creech, and Flannery O’Conner.   Find out how this important writing reflects gendered identities across cultures and times, from the 19^th century to today.  The posters will remain in the Atrium until Friday, March 23.