Cook-Cole College of Arts and Sciences

Jennifer Apperson PhD, Interim Dean Joanna H. Baker, MS, Assistant Dean for Academic Services and College Relations Edward L. Kinman, PhD, Assistant Dean for Assessment and Program Improvement Cynthia Thompson, General Administrative Supervisor

MISSION: The Cook-Cole College of Arts and Sciences is the largest and most comprehensive of Longwood’s five colleges and touches the lives of everyone at Longwood. The extensive course offerings, research projects, and internships in Cook-Cole provide the foundation of a broad-based education to all of Longwood’s students and assist them in becoming educated citizens who are able to demonstrate creativity, critical thinking, and resiliency in addressing the issues of a diverse and interdependent world. Faculty-student collaboration drives every aspect of teaching and learning, allowing students to develop personal and professional relationships that last a lifetime.

Academic Departments:

Biological & Environmental Sciences Music Chemistry & Physics Nursing Communication Studies Psychology English & Modern Languages Sociology, Anthropology, & Criminal Justice Studies History, Political Science, & Philosophy Theatre, Art, & Graphic and Animation Design Mathematics & Computer Science

Interdisciplinary Programs and Minors:

Homeland Security Minor International Studies Minor Liberal Studies (Major) Program NeuroStudies Minor Women’s and Gender Studies Minor