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Longwood GradCast - Beyond the DegreeBeyond The Clinic: Shaping Lives Through CommunicationIn this episode of Longwood GradCast: Beyond the Degree, host Dr. Sarah Tanner-Anderson sits down with Daija Fowler, a speech-language pathologist whose journey from psychology major to Communication Sciences and Disorders leader highlights the power of purpose, mentorship, and professional reinvention.Daija traces her path back to her undergraduate days at UNC Greensboro, where a shift in academic focus—and a few pivotal conversations with her mom and a childhood friend—led her to discover a calling in Communication Sciences and Disorders. That moment of clarity set her on a path toward Longwood University, where she pursued her...2025-07-1649 min
Longwood GradCast - Beyond the DegreeThe Business of Saving Lives: Powered by an MBAIn this episode of Longwood GradCast: Beyond the Degree, Dr. Sarah Tanner-Anderson chats with Travis Mason, a helicopter flight paramedic turned regional Director of Sales. Travis shares how his early experiences in emergency medicine, paired with a drive to grow through education—including an MBA during the COVID-19 pandemic—shaped his leadership approach. He reflects on mentorship, team dynamics, and how staying curious fuels innovation in the evolving air medical field. Tune in for a story of grit, growth, and a passion-driven career path.2025-06-1837 min
Longwood GradCast - Beyond the DegreeA New Era in Admissions: Jason Ferguson on Shaping the Longwood ExperienceIn this episode of Longwood GradCast: Beyond the Degree, Dean of Admissions Jason “Ferg” Ferguson joins Dr. Sarah Tanner-Anderson to share his inspiring journey from student-athlete to higher ed leader. Ferg reflects on his early years at Hampden-Sydney, the mentors who shaped his career, and how Longwood’s graduate program empowered him to grow professionally.He discusses his unique admissions philosophy—including personally signing every acceptance letter—and offers advice to students and alumni about taking risks, staying coachable, and finding purpose. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation about leadership, community, and what makes Longwood f...2025-05-2133 min
Longwood GradCast - Beyond the DegreeFrom SPED to STEM Innovation: Stepping Beyond the ClassroomIn this episode of Longwood GradCast: Beyond the Degree, Dr. Sarah Tanner Anderson talks with Devin Kaiser, Longwood alumna and STEM Projects Lead at the Virginia Air and Space Science Center. Devin shares her path from aspiring opera singer to special education teacher, and eventually to informal STEM education. She reflects on how Longwood’s community and faculty mentorship shaped her journey and inspired her focus on citizen leadership and advocacy. Now leading initiatives like STEM Connect in Title One schools, Devin highlights the importance of representation in STEM, the transferable skills educators bring to other fields, and advice fo...2025-04-2343 min
Longwood GradCast - Beyond the DegreeWinning Big: From Teacher to Fantasy Football ChampionIn the first episode of Season Two of Longwood GradCast: Beyond the Degree, host Dr. Sarah Tanner Anderson welcomes Wil Miles BS’16, MS’17, a dedicated health and physical education teacher at Powhatan Middle School, as well as a coach and Director of Social Media at Powhatan High School.Wil shares his remarkable journey from Longwood undergraduate and graduate student to educator, mentor, and coach. Reflecting on his decision to pursue a degree in kinesiology which leads him into Health and Physical Education, he delves into the transition from student to professional, the key principles that guide his work...2025-03-2635 min
Longwood GradCast - Beyond the DegreeSeason 2 Trailer - The Stories ContinueLongwood GradCast: Beyond the Degree – Season 2 TrailerWelcome back to Longwood GradCast: Beyond the Degree, where we continue to share the stories of Longwood University graduate alumni shaping their industries, communities, and careers in meaningful ways.WHAT TO EXPECT IN SEASON 2In this season, we dive into the diverse journeys of Longwood graduate alumni—leaders, innovators, and career changers—who have taken their degrees beyond the classroom and into the real world. From educators and providers to business leaders and community advocates, our guests share how their Longwood experience shaped their...2025-02-2601 min
Educational AD PodcastThursday Think - Madison Hommey of Longwood UniversityMaddison Hommey shares a great segment on how to use your Opportunities to become an Influencer on this week's THINK TANK. Maddie was a D-I Soccer Player for Longwood Univ. who now serves as an NCAA and HS Official. This is the AD THINK TANK on The Educational AD Podcast!2025-01-1621 min
Educational AD PodcastEp #621 - Madison Hommey of Longwood UniversityIt's BACK TO COLLEGE as we visit with Maddie Hommey, a D-I Soccer Star and NCAA Official who now works in the Marketing and Recruiting Offices of Longwood University. Maddie shares her journey and some Marketing "Tips" for ADs and Coaches on this episode of The Educational AD Podcast!
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Longwood GradCast - Beyond the DegreeUnlocking Opportunities Through Graduate AssistantshipsIn our second episode of Longwood GradCast: Beyond the Degree, we invite you to join us as we sit down with an outstanding double alum, Maddie Hommey BS’21, MS’22 (a Health & Physical Education alum). Enjoy a riveting conversation as our host, Dr. Sarah Tanner-Anderson, speaks with Maddie about the incredible opportunities that can unfold with determination and a graduate assistantship. Maddie shares her story of how this unique opportunity allowed her to not only pursue her master's degree but also to diversify her skillset in unexpected ways.Discover how Maddie leveraged her graduate assistantship to gain valu...2024-01-0830 min
Lancers PastMadison Hommey, Longwood Soccer ’21 and ‘22, Thrives on Excellence and Serving OthersWhen you talk about academic and athletic excellence AND service to peers and your university, Madison Hommey is hard to beat. She completed two degrees from Longwood in five years and was a fixture at midfield for the soccer team. Known as Maddie, she also received the Dan Daniel Senior Award for Scholarship and Citizenship and a Graduate Fellowship from the Big South Conference. This fall, Maddie starts her teaching career at Jefferson Forest High School in Bedford County. 2023-08-2448 min