College of Graduate & Professional Studies
Our Mission is to provide leadership in all matters relating to graduate and professional education at Longwood University. In keeping with the university's mission, the CGPS strives to create a stimulating environment for teaching, learning, research, creative expression and public service.
As part of the mission of a comprehensive institution of higher education supported by public funds, Longwood University is committed to serving the needs of the Commonwealth of Virginia and particularly the Southside and Central Virginia regions. Graduate and professional studies programs, coursework, and initiatives at Longwood support the continuation and development of diverse, innovative programs by building on existing strengths and emerging opportunities.
Looking for all the information on our graduate and professional studies offerings? You can find it easily here in one place: CGPS Booklet
News
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Finding Their Voice: Longwood CSD Students Mark Milestone at White Coat Ceremony
August 25, 2025
Longwood’s CSD graduate students are officially ready for the clinic. The White Coat Ceremony celebrated their hard work, growth, and next steps as future speech-language pathologists.
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Meet Dr. Sarah Esberger: Bringing a Student-Focused Vision to Reading, Literacy, and Learning
August 18, 2025
Dr. Sarah Esberger joins Longwood’s Reading, Literacy, and Learning program with 17 years of teaching experience, national literacy leadership, and a passion for helping educators transform their classrooms.
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S2 E6 - More Than Words: A Literacy Advocate’s Path to Meaningful Change
August 13, 2025
From WV classrooms to Longwood’s RLL program, Maria Hamilton’s journey is full of resilience, reinvention, and laughter. Don’t miss her inspiring story on this episode of GradCast: Beyond the Degree. Listen now: https://www.longwood.edu/gradcast/
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S2 E5 - Beyond the Clinic: Shaping Lives Through Communication
July 16, 2025
From first-gen student to passionate SLP, Daija Fowler shares how mentorship, resilience, and finding her voice at Longwood shaped her journey—on campus and beyond. Listen now: https://www.longwood.edu/gradcast/
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Building Foundations for the Future: CTE Educators Train at Longwood University
July 14, 2025
CTE teachers from across Virginia spent last week at Longwood University, building curriculum skills, connecting with peers, and preparing to lead career-focused classrooms. Read how this hands-on institute is shaping tomorrow’s educators!
