By Corey Morris Asst. News Editor Dr. Tim Pierson called April 16 a "day of celebration for Longwood." Pierson, vice president of student affairs and adviser to the Student Government Association (SGA), made the introduction to the 2009 SGA inaugural ceremony. (0) comments
With a little over a year left in Longwood President Patricia Cormier's contract, the Board of Visitors (BOV) has begun the search for the university's next leader. While the process is still in its early stages, the BOV has already established a 14-member presidential search and screening advisory committee and is in the process of hiring a search firm to assist in the nationwide search. (0) comments
In the April 22, 2009 meeting, the Student Government Association (SGA) voted to bring back the school yearbook The Virginian. The book, which encountered many problems in the past, now has a new editorial staff and publisher on board. Over the summer, SGA President Caitlin Revene and Vice- President Stephen Lee had a meeting with the old publisher Herff Jones. (3) comments
At the April 22 meeting, the Student Government Association (SGA) discussed the return of The Virginian, Longwood's yearbook. Former Vice President Stephen Lee presented a slideshow with information about the yearbook. A few weeks ago, Lee created a survey on Survey Monkey where he polled 700 students about the yearbook and the USA Today Readership Program, which bring the Richmond Times -Dispatch, USA Today and The New York Times to campus. (2) comments
In recent weeks, the Farmville Town Council decided to hire an investigator to review the strengths and weaknesses of the police department and its relationship with Longwood students and other members of the community. (0) comments
After examining tensions that Longwood students have with the town of Farmville, more specifically with the Farmville police, the tensions that the town of Farmville might have with Longwood students needs to be addressed as well. (0) comments
Throughout the years, it has been Longwood University's goal to provide well-structured academic programs, while ensuring students with proper experiences will benefit them in the future. Although the university tries their best to accommodate everyone, there are some issues on campus that students are still not completely satisfied. (0) comments
This past Wednesday, April 15, the Charlottesville Amphitheater was host to the Jefferson Area Tea Party. Amid the "Don't Tread on Me" flags reminiscent of our Founding Fathers and the homemade posters declaring "End Piracy in D. (0) comments
On Thursday, April 16, a sprinkler head was knocked off in the gym by a basketball, causing gallons of water to spill out all over the first court. Two boys were in the gym, playing a game of 'who could hurl the basketball the hardest' causing the sprinkler to be hit. (0) comments
On February 2, 2009, Longwood University sent out a press release announcing a new Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program to begin in the fall of 2009. Since this program was announced, the Longwood administration has been working diligently to staff this new program and to spread the word about what the nursing program will be like for accepted students. (3) comments
As of July 1, 2009, Longwood will no longer be accepting Visa as a payment method for any student account. However, according to a press release from Randy Sherrod, MasterCard, American Express (AMEX) and Discover will still be accepted. ACH bank drafts will also continue to be processed, with no charge to the student. (0) comments
Stemming from the September 11, 2001 attacks, the requirement to have a crisis response plan spread across the nation. After the attacks, the National Incident Management System (NIMS) decided that all organizations and communities would have to create a crisis response plan. (0) comments
This past fall, the Longwood dining services promised the college and Farmville community that a Chick-fil-a and Moe's Southwest Grill would be placed in the Landings in Midtown Square. This endeavor would allow the opportunity for students to have multiple dining service options. (0) comments
Abusive relationships are all around us, but most of them are continuing behind closed doors, with a person too scared to do anything but stay in the situation. Victims of domestic violence and sexual assault have an option in the Farmville area. (0) comments
The Farmville area is located in heart of Virginia. This includes the Town of Farmville, Cumberland County and Prince Edward County. Prince Edward County was founded in 1754. Cumberland County was established in 1749, and the Town of Farmville was founded in 1798. (0) comments
Police: Med Student Targeted Women on CraigslistPhilip Markoff, a 23-year-old Boston University medical student, was planning a beachfront wedding this summer. Authorities, however, have information that shows that Markoff targeted woman offering erotic services though Craigslist. (0) comments
My parents told me never to get married on April 15 because I already have one reason to hate that day. I am talking of course about taxes. Tax Day is by far the most dreaded day of the year for millions of Americans. It would be safe to say it is a day long from the joys of Christmas. (0) comments