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If your student hasn’t filled you in about what’s happened so far this fall—or even if they have—you might enjoy seeing proof that there’s been plenty going on here since classes started in August. From one of Longwood’s most beloved traditions to the newest restaurants in town, here’s a generous helping of photos, videos and information to help keep you in the Longwood loop. You might even catch a glimpse of your student!

Convocation
With celebration and caps decorated to the max, Convocation marked the start of seniors’ final year. Everyone loves Convocation, and parents are invited!
See the photos
Watch the video
Read all about it

Family Weekend
Family Weekend brought laughter, “missed you” hugs, and families experiencing their students’ home away from home.
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Future Educators Pinning Ceremony
Our future educators received their pins, and they’re ready to make an impact—marking the next step in their campus-to-classroom journey.
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Involvement and Volunteer Fair
Longwood is built on connections. This event helped your Lancers find out the many ways they can get engaged and find their people. With 120 clubs and organizations, there’s something for everyone.
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What’s New on the Menu in Farmville
We’ve got some delicious new neighbors in town. Hear what students have to say about the fare at Farmville’s newest restaurants—from hot honey bacon pizza to roasted-right-here coffee. (Plus there’s a popular burrito chain on the way!)
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First Friday Back
TGIF! First Friday Back was the perfect blend of campus spirit and community vibes for the entire student body!
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New Lancer Days
“Welcome” doesn’t even begin to say it all. Our newest students got their first taste of what it means to be part of the Longwood family.
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Want to See More Photos—and Download Your Favorites?
Longwood’s photographers take literally hundreds of photos at many student events, including the ones mentioned above. If you’d like to look through our archive and download your favorites—you can!  Just click here and enter the password lancers1839. If you see a photo you’d like to download, just click on it. Then look for the download arrow in the top right corner of the black area above (or to the right) of the photo. Click on the arrow, and the photo will download to your computer. Enjoy!

—Sabrina Brown

Brandon Hathaway

brandon.hathaway@live.longwood.edu

Major: Criminology Minor: Enviromental Science

I would like to work somewhere rural

My current career aspiration is to become a CPO (Conservation Police Officer)

Hello, I’m Megan McConnell. I am a Senior with a Psychology major. I live in Farmville, Va and I would like to geographically work in Richmond, VA.

My email to contact me is Megan.mcconnell3@live.longwood.edu

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About

1. Ella Washington
2. Ella.Washington@live.longwood.edu
3. Undecided
4. From home, or hands on work
5. Social Work, or Interior Design

Coursework

SOCL 220

Identity Portfolio Part 1

1. Race: Black, white and Thai
2. Ethnicity, Heritage and Culture: Thai, white, and black
3. Class + Economic Background: Middle Class
4. Gender + Gender Expression: Female
5. Romantic + Sexual Orientation: Straight
6. Age: 18
7. Faith: Christian
8. Physical + Developmental Disability: ADHD and Anxiety
9. Mental + Emotional Disability: None
10. First Language: English
11. Nationality + Birth Place: United States

1. My 2 identities are Race and Economic Background. For my race, being multiracial helps me feel more connected to different cultures. It also helps me feel more connected to people with the same backgrounds as me, making me feel accepted. But with this, I don’t always feel accepted everywhere I go. Sometimes I feel like I dont fit into certain groups of people, feeling like im being judged which can affect my self-esteem.
2. For my economic background being in the middle class has given me many opportunities that most aren’t able to have. Like access to a stable home, and a good education. In most situations I feel like I belong, but going to a private all girls school I definitely felt out of place and was self-conscious of the things I had. But again I knew I was lucky for the way I grew up knowing many people had nothing like this.

1. Having multiple cultural backgrounds can help me connect with a future career because I have an understanding of different cultures and experiences. This can help me connect with people who feel misunderstood like being a teacher, therapist, or even a social worker. Coming from multiple backgrounds that have faced discrimination, I believe I have an understanding of how to deal with it if were to come up in a professional setting. Coming from the lower-middle class family, I really value hard work because thats all my parents did. I also value humbleness, and a stable environment. I believe this this identity could help me possible be a social worker, business owner , or even help with doing community service.

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Come Sept. 12 it will have been about three weeks since you moved your student into their residence hall or other housing on campus or in Farmville.

Are you missing them? Are they missing you?

If you answered “yes” to either of those questions, then think about taking advantage of Family Weekend, Sept. 12-14, to check in, see how your student is doing and get a hug. Lots of other parents and families will be heading to Longwood, too, so you’ll also have the opportunity to connect with them.

Registration deadline is 11:59 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 7. The cost is $25 per adult and children 6 and up. (Children 5 and under and Longwood students attend free of charge.) Register here.

Another great thing about Family Weekend is that so much is going on that weekend. Almost all events are free or included in your registration. For the full Family Weekend schedule, click here. Here’s a sampling:

            Friday Evening

            5-8 p.m. Opening reception for the latest exhibits at the Longwood Center for the Visual Arts. The Fishin’ Pig will provide complimentary hors d’oeuvres, beer, wine and other beverages! free 
            6-8 p.m. Farmville Fridays in Riverside Park featuring live music and local food trucks. free admission
            8:15-10:15 p.m. Game Night in Upchurch University Center’s Soza Ballroom. Can you say “BINGO!” OR head to Stubbs lawn at 8:30 to watch Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning under the stars (free popcorn and beverages; bring your own blankets and lawn chairs). included in registration

            Saturday

            9 a.m.-4 p.m. The Heart of Virginia Festival offers crafts, children’s activities, fair food favorites, live music and more, much of it taking place right on Longwood’s front doorstep. free admission
            1-3 p.m. Hands-on pottery class. Create your own ceramics piece under the guidance of a Longwood art professor. (separate pre-registration and additional fee required; 30-person capacity)

             Saturday Evening

            8 p.m. Mentalist Tom Kennedy will astonish you, make you laugh and keep you on the edge of your seat—all in a family-friendly format. included in registration

Now is the time to register and make your plans! Hope to see you the weekend of Sept. 12-14!

—Sabrina Brown

Today is the first day of classes, so it seemed like a good time to let you know about resources available to help your student have a successful semester and year.

For those of you who moved your student onto campus for the first time last week, I hope the move-in process went smoothly for you. I know from personal experience that it’s both an exciting and emotional time for both first-year students and their families. We’ll all do our best to make your student feel at home and to provide any assistance they may need in transitioning to college life.

And that doesn’t stop with freshmen. Longwood is committed to helping all students—from freshmen to seniors to transfer students—to be successful.

Resources for Your Student

There are many resources your student can tap into if they need assistance, including a team of staff devoted specifically to student success. You can find out more about these resources on the Student Success Services webpage.

Here are just a few examples:
—Tutoring in many subjects
—Writing Center
—CAPS (Counseling and Psychological Services)
—Accessibility Resources
—Professors’ weekly student hours

And freshmen have their coaching group and peer mentor as resources as well.

Transitions Group

Also, all students are welcome to participate in the Transitions Group, which is designed to help any student who needs help in adjusting to college. The Transitions Group offers a place for students to get support and to provide support to one another, as well as to learn practical strategies in adjusting to college life. Starting Sept. 2, this group will meet once a week on Tuesdays from 3:30-5 p.m. in the Moss Residence Hall sunroom.

Tried-and-True Path to Happiness at College: Getting Involved!

I think getting involved in a student club or organization is one of the top 5 ways your student can find happiness and fulfillment here. Longwood has so many clubs and organizations where students can find their people and make friends. And the beginning of the year is the perfect time to do this—especially for new students because they’re all looking to make connections.

Please encourage your student to attend the Involvement and Volunteer Fair on Thursday, Sept. 4, from 4-6 p.m. on Brock Commons. These student groups and organizations are looking for new members!

From a cappella singing groups to Relay for Life to the Outdoors Club to fraternities and sororities, there is a place here where your student will fit right in.

Second Chances: Students Can Tweak Their Class Schedules During Add-Drop

If your student is struggling in a class or if it wasn’t what they expected—or even if they heard about a class they’d rather take—they have an opportunity for a “do-over” in their class schedule. During the add-drop period, which ends at 5 p.m. on the sixth day of classes—so at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2, this semester—they can drop or add a course, or both. For new freshmen and transfer students, this requires approval from their academic advisor; consulting with the academic advisor is encouraged for all students planning to add or drop a course. The procedure usually can be handled through my.longwood.edu using the Schedule Change Form. You and your student should keep in mind that there could be financial ramifications if the number of academic hours in their new schedule exceeds or falls below the tuition rate they paid for the semester. If your student has questions about the financial aspect of adding or dropping a course, they should contact the Office of Student Accounts at studentaccountsoffice@longwood.edu or 434-395-2274.

—Sabrina Brown