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This is the official page for students, alumni, and friends of Longwood University's Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences 🧪

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We're thrilled to announce that the BioBlitz is back! It's time to immerse ourselves in nature again and celebrate the incredible biodiversity around us! See you on April 20th (9 am - noon) at Longwood's Environmental Education Center (Lancer Park)!

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The BioBlitz is a citizen science project that promotes outdoor exploration and curiosity for the natural world! Come hear from our BES students as they share their excitement about the beautiful world. For more information -->
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Students, join us for today's (Tuesday, October 24th, 2023 - Allen Hall 101 from 4-6 pm) Pre-Health Careers Information Day! Today's event is tailored for all students interested in pursuing healthcare-related careers. Don't miss it (free snacks will be provided!)

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Students, are you interested in pursuing research with a Longwood faculty member? Scan the QR code to read about ongoing projects, then fill out the form to let faculty know you're interested in participating in their research.

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Happy last day of classes BES students! We're proud of the fantastic work you've done this semester, and wish you all the best in finals next week!

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The best part? Current (and future) students get to work alongside these innovative STEM women leaders at Longwood.
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Students from Nottoway County Middle School visited the BES Department today (Apr 13) to learn more about Fossils, Earthquakes and Pollution! Congratulations to our EASC 300 (The Dynamic Planet) students on delivering engaging lessons to future Lancers!

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Ivy Shifflett ’22 completed a GIS based citizen science project that focused on morphological changes of the coastline in Smith Island, VA. Check out https://t.co/q2y9Un2H33 to learn more about Ivy’s project.

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The Longwood University/Hampden-Sydney College Chapter of Sigma Xi is hosting a research seminar on Monday, April 3rd @ 4:30pm in Chichester G12. Prof. Rob Hale (VIMS) will give a talk on "Plastics in the Environment: A 50-year forensic science investigation". See you there!

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We're on the homestretch! Consider changing the lives of our students via one of the 3 options for giving: the Don Merkle Scholarship, Outstanding Junior in IES, and Pre-Health Events. Thanks for your support!! Interested in supporting the effort -->> https://t.co/vS7tk7VQoH……

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Only a few hours left for Love Your Longwood Day! Please consider supporting the BES Department! Interested in supporting the effort -->> https://t.co/vS7tk7VQoH

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Today's the big day! Love Your Longwood Day has arrived! The BES Department has 3 options for giving: the Don Merkle Scholarship, the Outstanding Junior in Integrated Environmental Sciences, and Pre-Health Events. Interested in supporting the effort -->> https://t.co/vS7tk7VQoH

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Reminder! Love Your Longwood Day 2023 is ONE DAY AWAY -- Wednesday, March 22!! Please consider supporting our students in the Biological and Environmental Sciences Department. Click the link in our bio or donate via the link below: https://t.co/vS7tk7VQoH

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Students, are you interested in pursuing research with a Longwood faculty member? Scan the QR code to read about ongoing projects, then fill out the form below to let faculty know you're interested in participating in their research. Deadline-March 19, '23 https://t.co/fQHtDKH1iC

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Save the date: March 23, 2023 at 3:15 pm -->
Pre-Health Careers Information Day! Students are invited to attend to learn more about valuable opportunities in healthcare professions. Admissions Specialists will present info. and answer your questions. Don't miss it!!

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Love Your Longwood Day is 8 days aways!!
Please consider donating to the Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences so that we can better serve our students. You can give at https://t.co/YzQc76aliL! #LoveYourLongwood

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Students, are you interested in a transformational, life-changing experience? Consider applying for one of the Brock experiences led by BES faculty members, Dr. Labosier and Dr. Beach. Scan the QR codes on the images below or click the link to learn more! https://t.co/bRRXpmT9TM

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Cheers to one of @LongwoodLancers biggest supporters and fans, Dr. Consuelo Alvarez!

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Students, are you interested in helping to make an impact on the lives of women in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) or simply want to learn more about this amazing club at Longwood? Consider attending the upcoming meetings #womeninSTEM@LU

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The BES Department recently sponsored the Heart of Virginia Beekeepers Conference (Jan, 2023).Attendees were provided with close-up images of their bees taken using Longwood's scanning electron microscope. Click the link below to learn more about the SEM! https://t.co/2qKk2vrAud