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The World Turned Upside Down, 174 Years Later Connelly, Jordan and Reid Present the History of Longwood and How We Impact It Every Day

By Michelle Goldchain | March 20

174 years old and Longwood has never looked so good. Founded on March 5, 1839, Longwood celebrated its 174th anniversary with a day filled with fun and activities. Starting the morning early, hot cocoa and cider were served on Brock Commons from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. Additionally, students were able to ...

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Comic Bookstore Soon to Open in Farmville

By Michelle Goldchain | March 20

Set to open by the end of April, Dojo Comics & Games will open its doors to the town of Farmville with a variety of items, including comic books, trading card games and board games as well as apparel, novelty items and party supplies. From Marvel to Magic: the Gathering, Dojo Comics & Games ...

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A Big Event for a Home Away from Home

By Michelle Goldchain | March 20

This upcoming Saturday, March 23, is the Fourth Annual Big Event. And by “Big,” I do mean BIG! The Big Event is an annual all-day community service event where hundreds of students contribute to their community by assisting Farmville and surrounding communities with activities like yard work, construction ...

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Longwood Recovers, a Substance Abuse Support Network

By Michelle Goldchain | March 20

Longwood students, faculty and staff are now able to recover together in the newly started support network, Longwood Recovers. Any members of the Longwood community who may be suffering from substance abuse issues are now able to join in a private, comfortable environment to learn the steps to recovery. The ...

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Jousting, Obstacles and Prizes: Oh My! Longwood Gladiators Encourages Students to Get Active

By Monica Newell | March 20

On Friday, March 15, the basketball court and the Auxiliary gym in the Health & Fitness Center became host to a variable pantheon of inflatable experiences. From 8 p.m. on Friday to 12 a.m. Saturday, March 16, the Late Night: Longwood Gladiators event was available to all students who had a student ...

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'So You Think You Can StRHOll' May Be Postponed Till Fall

By Monica Newell | March 20

The ladies of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. were going to host their third annual “So You Think You Can StRHOll” on Saturday, March 30 but now it looks as though they may postpone the event until Nov. 16.  Nina Davis, a sister of Sigma Gamma Rho, said that the sorority hopes to postpone the ...

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'TRUE LIFE: I Feel Like I'm Majoring in Student Activities': Panel of College Grads Advise Students on the Risks of Overexertion

By Monica Newell | February 27

On Thursday, Feb. 21, 27 students gathered in the Lankford Student Union Ballroom from 3:30 p.m. to 4:40 p.m. to listen to the advice of fellow Lancers. Five Longwood alumni spoke at the panel to talk about their time at Longwood and to try to pass on the knowledge they gained from experiencing a hyper- ...

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Joan of Arc Leadership Program: A Leader in the Making

By Nikki Chappelle | February 27

Joan of Arc was a significant historical figure who led French troops to numerous victories in the Hundred Years War. The Joan of Arc Leadership Program helps mold Longwood students become strong leaders like Joan of Arc. Theron Haynesworth, a senior who finished the Joan of Arc program, stated, “I ...

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'Be the Change You Want to Be': Second Social Justice in Action Leadership Summit Teaches Students About Prejudice

By Michelle Goldchain | February 27

As Longwood continues to impress upon its students the meaning of citizen leadership, it decided to bring a deeper message on how racial and economic inequalities, the consequences of prejudice and how they can learn to be the change they want to see in the world. Over 40 students participated in the ...

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Chris Kjorness Redefines Rock History on Radio Show 'With Good Reason'

By Semein Washington | February 27

On Feb. 16, adjunct faculty member Chris Kjorness presented the second step in his campaign to further knowledge of the early rock and gospel scion Sister Rosetta Tharpe. After his fall 2012 Blackwell talk on Rosetta Tharpe was heard by Longwood University’s Media Specialist Matt McWilliams, Kjorness ...

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$200 on the Line in Recent Trivia Contest

By Monica Newell | February 27

On Saturday, Feb. 23, students filled Blackwell Ballroom in Ruffner to about three-fourths of its capacity. Why? For the opportunity to win $200 in prize money competing in Thinkfast, a trivia contest. TjohnE Booking & Productions is the company that puts together the prize money contest. Allen ...

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'Today's Orphans, Tomorrow's Helpers': AMOR Host Orphan Helpers to Speak at Longwood

By Michelle Goldchain | February 27

On Wednesday, Feb. 24, AMOR hosted Brian Allen, the director of operations for Orphan Helpers, to speak at Longwood University about his experiences on mission trips as well as the company, itself. AMOR is a Longwood student-run organization that is dedicated to fundraising for orphanages throughout ...

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15 Years Ago...

By Monica Newell | February 20

15 years ago saw the release of the first Harry Potter book, and the making of a generation who grew to love reading throughout their adolescence. Now, “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s/Sorcerer’s Stone” is being re- released with new cover art as a collector’s item, as many other works ...

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A Sadie Hawkins Dance for a Cause

By Natalie Joseph | February 20

Over 75 students gathered in Lankford Student Union for a Sadie Hawkins Dance sponsored by the resident assistants of North, Main and South Cunningham Halls. With love still in the air from Valentine’s Day, friends and couples gathered to dance and have a good time, as well as raise money and collect ...

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SDIC Hosts Town Hall Meeting to Discuss Campus Issues

By Monica Newell | February 20

On Wednesday, Feb. 27, the Student Diversity and Inclusion Council (SDIC) will host a town hall meeting from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The meeting will be located in the A room of Lankford Student Union. Paige Reitz, the committee chair for the SDIC, said, “The Student Diversity and Inclusion Council is a ...

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Bowler Hat, Trench Coat and Poncho: Who is WMLU's Chief Engineer?

By Jessica Beardsley | February 20

How many times have you walked around campus and seen someone who stands out and you want to know more about them? Probably numerous times. There is one person in particular on Longwood’s campus that is recognized by his long hair tied back into a ponytail, tall and slender build, steel-toed boots ...

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Caryn's Bridal Hosts Reception to Mark Completion of Renovations

By Michelle Goldchain | February 20

On Wednesday, Feb. 13 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Caryn’s Bridals, Formals and Tuxedos, a local bridal and formal-wear salon, hosted a reception to mark the completion of new renovations to the store with at least 250 visitors attending. New renovations included replacing wall-to- wall carpeting in the ...

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Introducing ‘Forever Lancer Days’ for Graduating Seniors Coordinators hope to create a new tradition as a part of Senior Week

By Claire Williams | February 20

A take off of the freshman New Lancer Days, “the first four days of the best four years,” the Office of Alumni Relations, the Office of Annual Giving and the senior class are teaming up to present a new concept for outgoing seniors in May. In addition to the traditional Senior Week, Forever Lancer ...

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Tour of Thornton Dial Exhibit at the LCVA

By Monica Newell | February 20

On Friday, Feb. 15, the Longwood Center for the Visual Arts (LCVA) provided a tour of Thornton Dial’s artwork to students. If one was interested in going on the tour, they were to meet in front of Ruffner Hall with students from the Student Diversity and Inclusion Council before proceeding to the ...

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Longwood Competes Against Other Big South Schools to Aid Community

By Monica Newell | February 13

“The goal is obviously to see who can get the most amount of weight in canned foods, but the ultimate goal is to let the people that benefit from Farmville Area Community Emergency Services (F.A.C.E.S) and the community benefit as much as possible and receive as much as possible, and so the goal is ...

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