Graduate Assistantships

Standard (300 hours/semester):  Fall 2025 & Spring 2026
Non-Standard (200 hours/summer): Summer 2026

The Graduate Assistant (GA) will support the Director of the Call Me MISTER Program in a variety of administrative, academic, and student engagement functions. This role is ideal for a graduate student interested in education, student affairs, or program coordination; and offers hands-on experience in teacher preparation, academic support, and community engagement.

Questions can be directed to Mr. Byron Morgan, morganbp@longwood.edu  

Standard Fall/Spring (300 hours/semester; $3,000 in tuition coverage and a $4,500 stipend)
Non-Standard Summer (200 hours; $4,000 stipend)

Academic/Research Assistant Position 
Call Me MISTER  
Funding Source:  CMM
Status: Closed

Non-Standard (300 hours/semester), Fall 2025 & Spring 2026

Transition program for new Pell-Eligible First Generation Students

This is an immersive program occurring 2-3 days prior to New Lancer Days designed specifically for first-generation, Pell-eligible incoming students.  By arriving early, students can form peer connections, learn about campus resources, and build confidence navigating academics and campus life.  Efforts continue through the fall semester to provide student support and targeted programs. Student outreach. support is also provided during the spring semester. 

The F1RST Lancers Graduate Assistant provides primary support this program. 

The position is supervised by the Associate VP for Student Engagement and Initiatives and also works closely with the Director of Student Achievement and Support.

Responsibilities include:

• Participate on the F1RST Lancers planning committee of campus partners to provide insights and feedback on the development and implementation of the program. 
• Support efforts related to the training and implementation of peer mentors. 
• Provide organizational/administrative support to F1RST Lancers and its programs in the areas of: Financial Literacy and Aid; Academic Success and Advising; Mental Wellness and Self-Care; and Career Exploration.
• Provide organizational /administrative support for Community Building and Social Events.
• Coordinate an End of the Semester Showcase in the fall semester.
• Coordinate retention of data regarding student participation in programs. 
• Meet regularly with new students on an individual and group basis during the fall and spring semesters.
• Meet regularly with supervisor to coordinate efforts. 
• Participate as a member of the Student Engagement staff as possible. 

Questions can be directed to Dr. Cheryl Steele, steelecl@longwood.edu

Non-Standard (300 hours/semester; $3,000 in tuition coverage and a $4,000 stipend)
Academic Assistant Position 
Funding Source:  Grant
Status: Closed

Standard (300 hours/semester), Fall 2025 & Spring 2026

The GA position will support College of Education, Health, and Human Services (CEHHS) administrative functions related to clinical placements, assessment, and accreditation for CEHHS programs. Reporting to the Associate Dean of CEHHS, the GA will help with a variety of administrative tasks including data collection and visualization, research for best practices, special event preparation, and editing.

Questions can be directed to Dr. Shannon Salley, salleysw@longwood.edu

Standard (300 hours/semester; $3,000 in tuition coverage and a $4,500 stipend)
Academic Assistant Position 
College of Education, Health & Human Services
Funding Source:  CGPS
Status: Closed

Non-Standard (160 hours), Summer 2025
Standard (300 hours/semester), Fall 2025 & Spring 2026

The graduate assistant will assist in delivery of suicide prevention trainings, participate in other meetings, and coordinate social media campaigns and outreach activities. The graduate assistant will be supervised primarily by the project coordinator and will support the overall program as needed. The social media management aspect of this position is targeted to promote suicide prevention efforts, create awareness of available trainings, and disseminate anti-stigma messages and community outreach activities. This includes the responsibility of tracking the utilization / visit rate / responses to the social media platforms. Additional tasks and duties will include general support such as document organization, records management, and training session preparation.

Questions can be directed to Dr. Jen Gerlach, gerlachjm@longwood.edu

Non-Standard Summer: Stipend only $3,200
Standard (300 hours/semester; $3,000 in tuition coverage and a $4,500 stipend)
Academic Assistant Position 
SAMHSA Grant 
Funding Source:  Grant
Status: Closed

Standard (150 hours/semester), Fall 2025 & Spring 2026

The MBA GA will assist the program director with administrative tasks of the MBA program, research and gather alumni and other data for the program, input data into spreadsheets and do basic analyses, assist with assessment planning and implementation, and assist the CBE faculty with other tasks as needed

Questions can be directed to Mr. David Zirkle, zirkledw@longwood.edu

Standard (150 hours/semester; $1,500 in tuition coverage and a $2,250 stipend)
Academic Assistant Position 
College of Business & Economics 
Funding Source:  CBE
Status: Closed

Standard (300 hours/semester):  Fall 2025 & Spring 2026

The Longwood Recovers Graduate Assistant oversees the weekly support services provided by this program, as well as planning events, coordinating with other entities on campus, and supporting data collection for the SAMHSA/DBHDS grant that funds the position. Longwood Recovers is one of several Campus Recovery Programs across the state that create community and provide individualized support for individuals in recovery from substance use and other addictive behaviors (such as eating struggles, non-suicidal self-injury, or technology use addictions). This program also supports non-abstinence recovery goals, harm reduction, and provides education about wellness and recovery. The program supports students, faculty/staff, and the community through a variety of services, including individual recovery planning, support group facilitation, and event planning. A successful candidate will receive support and training from the program director, an experienced addiction counselor. This is an in-person position. Remote work is not available.

Questions can be directed to Dr. Justin Jordan, jordanjr2@longwood.edu 

Standard (300 hours/semester; $3,000 in tuition coverage and a $4,500 stipend)
Academic Assistant Position 
Longwood Recovers  
Funding Source:  Grant
Status: Closed

Standard (300 hours/semester), Fall 2025 & Spring 2026

The Center for Cyber Security seeks a Graduate Assistant to design new technology-related events such as hack-a-thons and cybersecurity-related competitions that will showcase Longwood programs and capabilities throughout our region. The Graduate Assistant will work under the guidance of Center faculty and will maintain a consistent office presence when faculty are teaching or in meetings. The Graduate Assistant will interface with external program stakeholders, current students, and prospective students.

Questions can be directed to Dr. Darrell Carpenter, carpenterdr@longwood.edu

Standard (300 hours/semester; $3,000 in tuition coverage and a $4,500 stipend)
Academic Assistant Position 
College of Business & Economics: Center for Cyber Security  
Funding Source:  CGPS
Status: Closed

2 positions available

Non-Standard (300 hours/semester), Fall 2025 & Spring 2026

Career Success Graduate Assistants are a critical part of the operation of Longwood University’s Center for Career Success. GAs support general office administration and are provided training in Career Coaching techniques to provide direct services to students through one-on-one career counseling and readiness appointments. GAs also assist in managing the Center’s “Dress for Success” Career Closet, support campus career events (professional panels, career fairs and professional networking meet-and-greets), provide classroom and workshop presentations, and work collaboratively with the alumni engagement team.

Questions can be directed to Dr. Liz Narehood, narehoodem@longwood.edu   

Standard (300 hours/semester; $20/hour)
Academic/Research Assistant
Career Success  
Funding Source:  Career Success
Status: Closed

Standard (300 hours/semester), Fall 2025 & Spring 2026

This GA position works with Longwood LIFE to add support to students in the Longwood LIFE program and to the program overall. Duties to support Longwood LIFE students include providing scaffolding and supervision needed in classes and in job coaching. The GA and other work study students provide prompting and take data on student progress. They write progress reports to help students grow. Additional duties with students include serving as student mentors with adding support for communication and effective relationship building. The job also includes working with the director and program aide on creating schedules, working with job coaches, and contacting parents about program events. Assistance with creating and planning program events is needed throughout the year. This job requires availability 9-5 on Wednesdays and Fridays during the 12-week Longwood LIFE semesters.

Questions can be directed to Dr. Karen Feathers, featherskh@longwood.edu  

Standard (300 hours/semester; $3,000 in tuition coverage and a $4,500 stipend)
Teaching Assistant Position 
College of Education & Human Services – Longwood LIFE 
Funding Source:  CGPS
Status: Closed