In the final episode of the Longwood Grad Cast season, host Sarah Tanner Anderson conducts an insightful interview with Quincy Goodine, a double alum of Longwood University's Counselor Education Master's Program and the current Associate Director of Multicultural Affairs and Leadership Development.

Quincy shares his remarkable journey from an undergraduate student to a pivotal leader at Longwood, emphasizing the value of his counseling degree in opening diverse career opportunities. Quincy recounts his experiences that highlight his commitment to creating an inclusive environment at Longwood through various roles, from an admissions counselor to his current position. He discusses his advocacy in multicultural affairs, including the formation and impact of initiatives like the BOND program and the CHANGE coalition, aimed at supporting and empowering historically underrepresented students. Reflecting on his professional growth and the importance of networking, Quincy also speaks on learning to navigate challenges, balance responsibilities, and the significance of self-care.

The conversation concludes with Quincy offering advice to aspiring student affairs professionals and sharing his future aspirations, emphasizing the importance of collaboration, continuous learning, and a positive attitude in making meaningful change.

In this episode of Longwood GradCast Beyond the Degree, host Dr. Sarah Tanner Anderson welcomes Judy Deichman, an alumna of Longwood University's School Librarianship Master's program.

Judy shares her inspiring journey from volunteering in her children's school libraries to becoming a dedicated librarian. She discusses how Longwood University's supportive faculty helped her transition from an accounting career to librarianship. Judy also highlights the crucial role of Longwood's alumni network in her professional development.

A focal point of the conversation is the Lit Limo project, an innovative bookmobile initiative Judy started to promote literacy and provide access to books for underserved communities in Richmond City. She emphasizes the importance of accessibility, community partnerships, and the joy of reading.

Judy offers valuable advice for aspiring librarians and educators, encouraging them to stay connected and involved in professional organizations. The episode concludes with Judy reflecting on her future plans and the impact of her work on instilling a love for reading in children.

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In this episode of Longwood Gradcast Beyond the Degree, Dr. Sarah Tanner-Anderson converses with Alicia Alvarez, a future double Lancer, as she is a current student in the Communication Sciences and Disorders Master's program at Longwood University, focusing on speech language pathology.

Alicia shares her journey as a transfer student, her engagement with Longwood's tight-knit community, and the traits that have influenced her academic path. She discusses meaningful experiences, including her inspiration from her sister's speech therapy journey, and the career-defining moments working with diverse clients. Alicia also reveals her upcoming mission trip to Peru, funded by Longwood’s College of Graduate and Professional Studies, where she will assist with hearing screenings. Additionally, the conversation highlights the challenges of graduate school, particularly in time management and the importance of self-care.

Alicia offers valuable advice to prospective CSD students and reflects on lessons she would tell her younger self. Tune in to hear Alicia's inspiring story and her dedication to making a difference in the field of speech-language pathology.

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