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Award-winning Faculty from the Department of Education and Counseling

September 11, 2025

Three faculty members from the Department of Education and Counseling recognized at 2025 Convocation

Education and Counseling Faculty Award Winners - Three faculty members in academic regalia stand smiling on grass in front of a brick wall. Each wears a doctoral gown and cap with a medallion hanging on a blue ribbon. The person on the left wears a black gown with velvet panels, the center person wears a black and gray gown, and the person on the right wears a red and black gown. All three face th

The 21st Summer Literacy Institute at Longwood University: Literacy for All

August 01, 2025

The Educational Leadership, Elementary Education and Teaching, and School Librarianship programs hosted the 21st Summer Literacy Institute: Literacy for All on July 24-25.

Participants listening to keynote speaker John Schu - A large group of attendees sits at round tables in a bright ballroom. A speaker stands at a podium on stage, presenting with colorful book graphics on two large screens. Participants face forward, listening and taking notes during the session. Chandeliers, high ceilings, and balcony railings add to the open, formal setting.

School Librarianship Alumna Wins National Award

April 21, 2025

Shannon Bailey, M. Ed. '20, is the recipient of the 2025 Frances Henne Award from the American Association of School Librarians.

Shannon Bailey, 2025 Frances Henne Award Winner

Martinsville Students Visit Main Campus

September 28, 2024

Elementary education and early childhood education majors from Martinsville spent Tuesday, September 24 on campus.

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Freedom to Read Foundation celebrates educational collaboration with Longwood University

June 10, 2024

The Freedom to Read Foundation (FTRF) and Longwood University announced today that they will collaborate on offering an intellectual freedom course for school librarians during the Fall 2024 term.

Summer Professional Development Opportunities Through the Department of Education and Counseling

June 03, 2024

Join us for two amazing summer professional development opportunities!

Dr. Alecia Blackwood Named ISTE AI Exploration for EPPs Faculty Fellow 2024

March 17, 2024

Congratulations to Dr. Alecia Blackwood, assistant professor of education, who was recently named a 2024 International Society of Technology in Education AI Exploration for EPPs Faculty Fellow.

Virginia State Literacy Association president won her first election at Longwood

September 07, 2023

Leadership roles grew from her Longwood experiences

19th Summer Literacy Institute: Critical Thinking & Literacy

July 20, 2023

On July 13-14, 150+ K-12 educators from across the state and beyond were on campus for the 19th Summer Literacy Institute: Critical Thinking and Literacy.

Blackwell Hall filled with SLI participants - A large banquet hall filled with round tables and attendees listening to a speaker. Two projection screens display a presentation at the front of the room. People sit in groups, taking notes and engaging in discussion. Bright lighting and chandeliers illuminate the spacious, green-accented venue.

Dr. Karen Feathers and Dr. Jacqueline Secoy Featured on "With Good Reason"

May 27, 2023

Drs. Feathers and Secoy are featured on the May 26, 2023, "Music for Life" episode of "With Good Reason."

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