Longwood University

Mission

The development of citizen leaders who are prepared to make positive contributions to the common good of society.

Vision

Student affairs will be recognized as the premiere program for integrating academic and co-curricular experiences within a community characterized by student involvement and responsible citizenship.

Structure

Longwood's mission to prepare citizen leaders for the common good guides Student Affairs' commitment to the development of the whole student. Through intentional learning opportunities - teaching, mentoring, activities, service, counseling, and advising - our team of professionals is dedicated to challenging and supporting students in active learning while promoting community, pluralism, civility, honor, and integrity. The alignment of student and academic affairs demonstrates commitment to learning and the development of student leaders.

Commitment

Student Affairs is committed to the following:

• Valuing every student
• Facilitating student learning
• Fostering a respectful community
• Creating meaningful learning environments
• Developing student leaders
• Promoting honor and integrity
• Instilling civility
• Partnering to address safety, health, and wellness

Learning Outcomes

Student Affairs actively encourages learning that helps students attain Longwood University's foundation of clear thinking and an open mind and its Student Development Goals.

• Mastery of a broad body of knowledge
• Mastery of a specialized body of knowledge
• A sense of personal direction
• A balanced and healthy lifestyle
• Interpersonal effectiveness
• Responsible citizenship