College of Education, Leadership Studies, and Counseling

At Lynchburg, you’ll find a collaborative environment. Students work closely with faculty, not only in the classroom but in professional organizations and through service opportunities. Our professors are reflective practitioners, encouraging students to look back at their work, learn from it, and eventually become independent professionals.

Our faculty creates a culture of leadership development, fostering cultural competence, effective communication, critical thinking, and community outreach.

University of Lynchburg did an outstanding job preparing me for my second career. Every one of my professors knows me by name and to this day they still mentor me in my professional career. I will forever be appreciative of my Lynchburg experience.

Eric Grossman '15 BS, Special Education Teacher at E.C. Glass High School

Student Spotlights

Laurence Walker ’24

Having carved out a space on Lynchburg's campus in advocating for students with intellectual disabilities, Laurence Walker '24 has big plans to help others realize their full potential.

Demetrious “Trā” Nicholson ’24 MEd

While studying at Lynchburg to become a school counselor, Demetrious "Trā" Nicholson '24 MEd, a first-generation college student, has set even broader goals for himself in uplifting and empowering underprivileged communities.

Janell Daniels ’20 MEd

The skills and relationships Janell Daniels '20 MEd took away from Lynchburg helped prepare her for a turbulent time during the COVID-19 pandemic as a school counselor.

Lynchburg Alumni Spotlight

Kristy Somerville-Midgette ’00, ’05 MEd

Headshot of Kristy Somerville-Midgette Dr. Kristy Somerville-Midgette serves as the Division Superintendent for Brunswick County Public Schools and has recently been appointed to serve as the 2023-24 President of Virginia Association of School Superintendents (VASS).

Dr. Somerville-Midgette credits her Lynchburg education to provide the skill set and training necessary to affect change over the last 22 years. Great job!

News

Thank you, Dr. Jones and Dr. Booth!

The College of Education, Leadership Studies, and Counseling salutes Dr. Roger Jones and Dr. Jeanne Booth for their many years of dedicated service to the College of Education, Leadership Studies, and Counseling and the University of Lynchburg.