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My name is Alice Flanagan. I am currently a Senior social work major and sociology minor at Longwood University. I am a member of multiple organizations, which include: Lancer Productions, Phi Alpha, Federation of Student Social Workers, Alpha Kappa Delta, and National Society of Leadership and Success. I did hold two leadership positions in Lancer Productions, as a programming director of comedy and cinema, director of traditions. I am in the works of trying to finish my bachelor’s in social work, then hope to receive my master’s in social work with a specialization in children. My goal is to become a child’s advocate.

If you have any questions about anything that I have completed, please reach out to me via email, which is Alice.Flanagan@live.longwood.edu .

Thank you.

If your student is saying they don’t know how or where to make friends here at Longwood, we’ve got you covered!

One of the best ways to make friends is to get involved in activities where the group is relatively small, providing opportunities to talk with others in a relaxed environment and who share an interest.

Maybe you’ll see something below (just a few examples of what’s offered here) that would be a great fit for your student. Encourage them to take just a small step outside their comfort zone. It will be worth it!

Celebrating Halloween

Haunted House

Friday, Oct. 28, 8-9:30 p.m., Soza Ballroom, Upchurch University Center
It’s another crazy, scary, scream-worthy Halloween event by Lancer Productions!

Learning Something New

Bowties & Bites

Tuesday, Nov. 8, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Ground Floor Lobby, Upchurch University Center
Have a special event coming up? Attending a job interview? Don’t know how to tie a tie? Stop by and grab a bite while you learn to tie a tie or bowtie.

Irish Dance Workshops

Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2-3 p.m., and Thursday, Nov. 3, 7-8 p.m., Group Fitness Room, Health and Fitness Center
Bring out your inner Irish with these workshops where you’ll learn some Irish dance steps. No experience necessary! Just bring tennis shoes/socks you can dance in.

Sign Language Club

Alternating Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m.
Participants learn all about ASL and Deaf culture in a stress-free, exciting environment! All fluency levels are accepted—especially beginners! Contact luslc1819@gmail.com for meeting locations and the date of the next meeting.

Staying Healthy—Mentally and Physically

 Well-Being Clinics

Tuesdays, 4-5 p.m., Room 313, Upchurch University Center; Thursdays, 4-5 p.m., on Zoom
These clinics teach students how to manage their mental health through mindfulness, communication skills, preventative behaviors, tolerating difficult emotions and making changes. Email glassjl@longwood.edu for Zoom link (ID: longwoodcaps) and more info.

Group Fitness Classes

Various times and locations, Health and Fitness Center
Classes offered include Spin Express, Dance-versity, Barbells, Spin Bootcamp, Fast Fitness Circuit and Yoga. Schedules: https://www.longwood.edu/recreation/

Longwood Recovers Group Meetings

Fridays, 3 p.m., Room 309C, Upchurch University Center
If your student is in recovery or if they might have a problem with alcohol or drug addiction, Longwood Recovers is here to help. It provides a place for students facing these challenges to come together in a nonjudgmental, noncritical, private forum for discussion and support. Individual meetings with Longwood’s recovery support staff also are available. http://www.longwood.edu/longwoodrecovers/

Eating Out with Friends (For Free!)

Catholic Campus Ministry Dinner

Tuesdays, 6 p.m., Midtown Square (next to Chick-fil-A)
It’s dinner compliments of Catholic Campus Ministry every Tuesday night. The evening also includes a message and games.

Wesley Campus Ministry Dinner

Tuesdays, 5 p.m., 204 High Street
Join this organization sponsored by the United Methodist Church for a free home-cooked meal, fellowship and worship.

Other Ways To Get Involved

Music ensembles: Longwood has numerous vocal and instrumental ensembles that can be taken as classes (or audited) by music majors and nonmajors as well as student organizations focused on making music.

Intramurals and club sports: A wide variety of sports are offered and geared for everyone from beginners to more advanced players.

Theatre productions: From acting to creating scenery to handling lighting—there are many ways to contribute.

The Rotunda: Longwood’s student newspaper is always looking for good writers, photographers and graphic designers.

WMLU: Longwood’s student-run radio station broadcasts 24 hours a day and offers many ways for students to get involved.

Student Employment: Meeting people is easier at work! Student jobs are available across campus.

—Sabrina Brown

My name is Caroline Smith and I am a Senior at Longwood University graduating in May 2024. I am studying Sociology with a concentration in Family Studies as well as a minor in Women, Gender, and Sexuality. In my E-Portfolio you will find material from my SOCL 346 statistics course, material from my SOCL 351 Family Violence course, my SOCL 461 course, and my internship experience.

My name is Kaelin Marsili and I am a Sociology major with a minor in Criminal Justice. I have provided a collection of evidence showing my learning journey over time. I had the ability to  conduct researches and analyze findings throughout my projects!

Hello, I am Joshua Burden, and this is my blog to showcase my work in Dr. Pederson’s SOCL 345 Social Research and Program Evaluation Class and SOCL 346 Statistics for the Social Sciences class.

I am a Longwood University student majoring in Criminal Justice and Sociology, I graduate in May 2023, with a bachelor of science.  Throughout my portfolio, you will find various works of mine that I have completed while here at Longwood, most within my sociology major.

Welcome to my blog site!