Whether you're a new Lancer preparing for your first semester, looking for academic coaching and tutoring, or seeking guidance on study strategies, you'll find the resources you need to excel. Our dedicated team is here to support your journey—from day one to graduation—so you can make the most of your Longwood experience.

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New Students

Orientation

Orientation is your first official event as a Lancer! You’ll learn all you need to know to make a successful transition to campus.

New Lancer Days

Your first days at Longwood -- it's an exciting time, and we're ready to welcome you with New Lancer Days.

Coaching & Mentoring

Coaching Groups pair new Lancers with a faculty or staff coach, a peer mentor, and a group of fellow students to help you navigate your first semester.

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Stay on track as you transition to life as a Lancer

Current Students

Writing Center

Whether you're brainstorming ideas, polishing a final draft, or refining your writing skills, the Writing Center is here to help you succeed.

Subject Area Tutoring

Need help in a specific course? Subject Area Tutoring offers free peer-led support in a variety of subjects to help you stay on track and build confidence in your coursework.

Quantitative Reasoning (QR) Center

If you're looking for help with quantitative reasoning, math, statistics, or data analysis, the QR Center offers free tutoring and support to strengthen your problem-solving skills.

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Track your academic progress with our GPA Calculators.

Additional Support Services

Accessibility Resources

If you need academic accommodations or support, Accessibility Resources provides services to ensure all students have equal access to learning at Longwood.

Accessibility Resources

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)

If you're looking for mental health support, CAPS offers free and confidential resources to help you thrive at Longwood.

CAPS

For more information

Student Success Services
Brock Hall, Suite 107
(434) 395-2414

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Waleed Ahmed
Director, Student Achievement & Support
(434) 395-4919
waleed@longwood.edu


Dianna Baldwin, PhD.
Director of Academic Success
Brock Hall 107B
(434) 395-4860
baldwindl@longwood.edu

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Caroline Gibbs
Assistant Director, Admissions and Student Success
(434) 395-2694
gibbsca@longwood.edu

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Beth Mottley
Student Success Coordinator
434-408-1969
(If you are calling from a Longwood desk phone please dial 7-408-1969)
Brock Hall 107E
mottleyec@longwood.edu

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Maria Hamilton
Student Success Coordinator
(434) 395-2194
Rotunda 326
hamiltonmr@longwood.edu