Lynchburg College
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A World
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Dean of Graduate Studies
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From the Dean of Graduate Studies:
We are very pleased that you are interested in our graduate programs at
Lynchburg College. Our doctoral and master’s level degree programs are
designed to relate directly to the professional and personal development goals
of our students and to reflect our strong commitment to quality education.
As a Lynchburg College graduate student, you will become part of a learning
environment that enables discovery, creativity, professional scholarship, and
achievement through an outstanding teaching/learning process. Our faculty
are committed to your success and will support you before, during, and after
your LC experience.
We hope you will choose Lynchburg College for your graduate study, and we
look forward to the opportunity of working with you.
Edward A. Polloway, Ed.D.
Rosel H. Schewel Professor of Education Dean of the School of Graduate Studies 434.544.8655, polloway@lynchburg.edu
A world of opportunities awaits
you at Lynchburg College.
Doctoral and master’s level
degree programs provide you
with a wide variety of study
options that will lead to exciting
careers or subsequent study.
Highly respected faculty are
com-mitted to your success and will
give you personal attention.
If you are looking for:
Graduate Programs
include:
•
Face-to-face instruction and online options
•
Courses taught by full-time, credentialed
faculty
•
High quality academic programs approved
by applicable licensing agencies and/or
the Virginia Department of Education
•
Continuous examination of
curriculum to ensure relevancy
•
Convenient evening courses for
part-time and full-time students
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Doctor of Education in Leadership Studies
Master of Arts in English, History, Music
Master of Business Administration
Master of Education in:
•
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
•
Curriculum and Instruction
•
Educational Leadership
•
Reading
•
School Counseling
•
Science Education
•
Special Education
Master of Science in Nursing
Physician Assistant in Medicine
(planned for summer 2015)
Lynchburg College is
the place for you.
Program Highlights
• Rigorous and relevant interdisciplinary education experience
• 3-year cohort program with prerequisites
• Minimum of 66 credit hours including 14 doctoral seminars and a dissertation
• Courses offered evenings during fall and spring terms plus intensive summer schedule
• Master’s degree required
The program prepares you for:
• Administrative positions in elementary and high school
• Administrative positions in colleges and universities
• Executive director and other management positions in nonprofit and community organizations
For more information:
www.lynchburg.edu/edd or gradstudies@lynchburg.edu
Doctor of Education in
Leadership Studies
This full-time, cohort-based interdisciplinary
program integrates the fields of education,
business, and public policy. The program
provides you with concepts, interdisciplinary
knowledge, practical skills, and professional
experiences to prepare you to be a leader,
scholar, or practitioner for schools, colleges,
nonprofit organizations, and community
agencies.
What will I study?
Coursework includes emphases on leadership
models, economic trends and considerations;
public policy; governmental affairs; human
resources; sustainability issues; community
health; organizational change strategies;
community dynamics; effective communication;
and research design methods.
Doctor of Physical
Therapy Program
Established in partnership with the regional
health care community, the Doctor of Physical
Therapy (DPT) Program prepares you to be
a successful clinician in the physical therapy
field. The full-time cohort program is accredited
by the Commission on Accreditation in
Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
What will I study?
The curriculum is progressive and
evidence-based with a focus on active learning through
case-based, integrated instruction. Clinical
rotations provide opportunities to apply
class-room knowledge with patients in clinical settings.
Program Highlights
• 120 credit hours
• Student-centered approach from faculty, many of whom are board certified specialists, who are dedicated to their students’ success
• 40 weeks of supervised clinical experiences at healthcare facilities in every state including Alaska and Hawaii
• Close working relationship between students and faculty
• State-of-the art classroom and laboratory facilities
The program prepares you for:
• Physical therapist positions in hospitals, PT clinics, and rehab facilities
• Management positions in physical therapy clinics or hospitals
• Teaching positions in hospitals and academic settings
For more information:
www.lynchburg.edu/dpt or dpt@lynchburg.edu
EdD
DPT
“The EdD Program is really a challenge, but everything we are learning is so practi-cal and applicable, that it gives us a greater insight into how to solve issues we face every day.”
— Amy Huskins ’07 MEd, EdD candidate ’14, principal of T.C. Miller Elementary School
What our students are saying
“Not only are the facilities exceptional, the professors are second to none and provide you with individual attention and support.” — Lauren Redig, DPT candidate ’14
What our students are saying
“Earning a doctoral degree has been a goal for me since my days as an undergraduate student. The EdD will enhance and enrich my ability to lead in an academic setting.” — Lisa J. D. Thomas ’95 MEd in Special Education,
’09 MEd in Educational Leadership, EdD candi-date ’14, Assistant Head, New Vistas School
Doctor of Physical Therapy students apply what they’ve learned in the classroom.
Master of Arts
in English
The MA in English provides a critical
approach to the study of literature, writing,
and language. You may choose between a
traditional critical thesis or a hybrid
critical/creative thesis.
What will I study?
We offer a wide range of courses that
provides you with flexibility in your studies
as well as the opportunity to explore your
own interests. Faculty will help you design
and complete your thesis work.
Program Highlights
• 36-hour program offering diverse critical approaches to the study of literature and language
• Opportunities to study
– Southern writers with a focus on Virginia authors
–Ecocriticism and environmental literature
– Gender studies
– Post-colonial/transnational studies
• Enrichment opportunities through the Geraldine Lyon Owen Speaker Series and the Thornton Writing Program, two programs that bring published creative writers to campus to read and teach
• Editing opportunities through the James Dickey Review,a scholarly journal housed at Lynchburg College and edited by a member of the English faculty
The program prepares you for:
• Teaching positions in high schools and colleges
• Doctoral study in English or an MFA in creative writing
• Professional writing and editing positions
• Further study and careers in fields requir-ing critical analysis, creative thinkrequir-ing, literary knowledge, or the ability to com-municate in precise, persuasive prose
For more information:
www.lynchburg.edu/ma-english or gradstudies@lynchburg.edu
Program Highlights
• 36-hour program
• Options for specialization in areas of particular interest
• Master’s thesis or comprehensive exam
• Internship opportunities
– Historic Sandusky
– Lynchburg City Museum
– Museum of the Confederacy in Appomattox, Va.
• Research Opportunities:
– Jones Memorial Library, Lynchburg, Va.
– Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, Forest, Va.
–The George C. Marshall Research Library, Lexington, Va.
–The Legacy Museum of African American History and Culture, Lynchburg, Va.
• Study Abroad:
– You will have the opportunity to earn graduate credit when you participate in study abroad trips led by history faculty.
The program prepares you for:
• Teaching positions in secondary schools and colleges
• Doctoral study in history
• Further study and careers in history related fields
For more information:
www.lynchburg.edu/ma-history or gradstudies@lynchburg.edu
Master of Arts
in History
This unique program of study provides
comprehensive content area knowledge for
the teaching of US, world, and European
history and geography at the middle/secondary/
college level. The program specifically benefits
teachers and those planning to pursue a
PhD in history.
What will I study?
You will focus on the Atlantic World and
explore the interrelatedness of US, European,
African, African American, and Latin American
histories. You’ll have hands-on learning
opportunities at Historic Sandusky, a registered
Virginia Historic Landmark that also is listed
on the National Register of Historic Places.
Lynchburg College’s partnership with Historic
Sandusky also provides internship and research
opportunities.
Dr. Robin Bates, associate professor of English, discusses approaches to literature with her MA in English students.
MA
in English
Unique learning opportuni-ties are available through Lynchburg College’s partner-ship with Historic Sandusky. A six-week archaeology field school gives students a chance to excavate, analyze, and interpret the remains of a nineteenth century kitchen at Sandusky plantation.
MA
in History
Master of Arts
in Music
For choral or instrumental conducting
profes-sionals, LC’s summer MA in Music Program
offers you the opportunity to complete an
advanced degree without giving up your
full-time job. The program will provide you with
advanced, in-depth training to further develop
your skills and prepare for doctoral programs
in conducting.
What will I study?
With emphasis on choral/instrumental
con-ducting skills and stylistic awareness, you
will receive practical training in conducting,
instrumental, and choral/vocal pedagogy,
performance practices, score preparation,
rehearsal techniques, and applied music.
Program Highlights
• Six-week summer program that can be completed in four summers or three summers and one academic year
• 36-credit-hour program
• Graduate recital and comprehensive exam
• Practicum opportunities
The program prepares you for:
• Teaching positions in high schools and colleges
• Conducting high school or community choirs and orchestras
• Doctoral study in conducting
For more information:
www.lynchburg.edu/ma-music or gradstudies@lynchburg.edu
Program Highlights
• A 36-hour program that can be completed in 14 months of full-time study or 24-36 months of part-time study
• A fully-credentialed (100 percent doctor-ally-qualified) faculty
• Student-faculty collaborative research opportunities
• A study abroad experience embedded within the program to prepare you for the challenges of competing in a global marketplace
• Evening and summer classes
• Small classes that allow you to get to know, and work with, faculty on a one-on-one basis
• A student-centered learning environment with extensive in-class discussion and experiential learning opportunities
The program prepares you for
posi-tions in business, manufacturing, and
noprofit organizations including:
Accounting Manager Financial Analyst Operations Manager Department Manager Project Manager Purchasing Manager
For more information:
www.lynchburg.edu/mba or gradstudies@lynchburg.edu
Master of Business
Administration
Lynchburg College’s MBA Program is
interna-tionally accredited by the Accreditation Council
for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
and nationally and globally ranked by CEO
Magazine. The program has a reputation for
“opening doors” for graduates active in the
job market.
What will I study?
You will gain a broad-based understanding of
all of the functional areas of business as well as
the ability to generate solutions to real-world
business problems.
“LC’s MA in Music Program provided me with individual vocal and conducting lessons from excellent professors. They shared their knowledge and experiences to help me become the best choral direc-tor/educator I can be.”
— Melanie Coleman BA ’06, MA ’10, choral director, Amherst County High School
MA
in Music
“Many of the concepts covered in the MBA Program could be immediately applied to my cur-rent job, while others have helped prepare me for future opportunities. I enjoyed learn-ing alongside both recent col-lege graduates and other work-ing professionals from a variety of local industries.”
— Jonathan Stephens ’13 MBA, Nuclear Engineering Supervisor, AREVA, Lynchburg, Va.
MBA
What our graduates are saying
“LC’s program is one of only a few summer programs in the US that allows me to continue to work full time during the school year while pursuing an advanced degree.”
— Antonios Ververis ’12 MA, public school music teacher and conductor of two adult choirs in Greece
What our graduates are saying
“The MBA program provided me with a personalized education and structured my thinking process, allowing me to formulate appropriate strategies for problem solving.”
— Randall R. Birnschein ’12 MBA, Contracts Manager, Babcock & Wilcox
Our MEd curriculum offers a wide variety
of options for teachers who wish to
pursue additional study, obtain licensure,
or change career focus. The program also
provides initial training for students
preparing for a teaching career.
• Licensure programs approved by the Virginia Department of Education
• Evening classes during fall and spring
• Day classes in summer
• Online components that extend learning opportunities beyond the classroom
• Small classes that create an atmosphere of support and freedom to express ideas with faculty and colleagues
MEd
Counselor Preparation Comprehensive Exam
Lynchburg College uses the Counselor Preparation Comprehensive Exam (CPCE) as the comprehen-sive exam for the Counselor Education Program. The CPCE is designed to assess counseling stu-dents’ knowledge of counseling information and is used by more than 270 universities and colleges.
Advanced Counseling Certificate
This certificate program provides you with an opportunity to complete advanced graduate work in counseling that can lead to potential eligibility as a Licensed Professional Counselor. You must previously have completed a 48-hour master’s degree in school counseling, community counseling, or a related counseling field.
For more information:
www.lynchburg.edu/med-counseling or gradstudies@lynchburg.edu
Master of Education in
Counselor Education
The MEd in Counselor Education offers
two emphases – Clinical Mental Health
Counseling and School Counseling. Both
programs are fully accredited by the Council
for Accreditation of Counseling and Related
Educational Programs (CACREP), which
guarantees that your LC degree will be
rec-ognized and respected across the nation as
the highest standard of professional training
in the profession.
Our Counselor Education program will
prepare you to be an effective, ethical,
professional practitioner who is equipped
to both serve and lead in the counseling
profession.
What our graduates are saying
“I chose Lynchburg College for its high academic standards, and I am impressed with the experi-ential elements of the counseling program. The faculty has been committed to my personal and professional growth from the start.”
— Thomas Field ’11 MEd, mental health counselor, Centra
“Our MEd graduates are well
trained and well received and
are having a positive impact
on Central Virginia.”
— Dr. Ed Polloway, Dean of the School of
Graduate Studies
Dr. Michael Williams (second from right), assistant professor of counselor education, talks with students in LC’s Dell.
MEd
in
Counselor
Education
What our graduates are saying
“My graduate degree has enabled me to become a principal, director of instruction, assistant superintendent, and superintendent of schools. Lynchburg College maintains a focus on the principle of strong leadership while preparing future administrators for the demands of an ever-changing public education system. My connection with Lynchburg College is a great source of personal pride.”
— Bobbi Farmer Johnson ’81 BS,’93 MEd,
Superintendent, Culpeper County Public Schools
Master of Education
More than 2,000 educators and counselors
working in Central Virginia are graduates of
Lynchburg College’s Master of Education
Program.
• LC grads hold more than 100 positions as principals, assistant principals, and directors of instruction, technology, and special edu-cation in Central Virginia schools.
• LC trained counselors are leaders in public and private schools; community, agency, and private practice counseling; and other related human services fields.
Master of Education in
Curriculum and Instruction
Our MEd in curriculum and instruction will
expand your professional development whether
you are an experienced teacher or just
begin-ning a teaching career.
What will I study?
Two tracks are offered to meet specific
career goals: Instructional Leadership Track
for licensed teachers and Teacher Licensure
Track for aspiring teachers
School Counseling
Program Highlights
• 48-hour program that emphasizes coun-seling, consultation skills, guidance cur-riculum development, and coordination of guidance program components
• Academic preparation and internship experiences that will meet the Virginia Department of Education licensure requirements and requirements for licensure reciprocity in most states throughout the nation
• Excellent placement record for graduates
The program prepares you for
counsel-ing positions in elementary, middle, or
high schools.
Program Highlights – Instructional
Leadership
• 30 hours of advanced coursework in curriculum development and instructional strategies
• Focus on effective instruction and prepa-ration for leadership in curriculum devel-opment and instructional planning within schools
Program Highlights - Teacher Licensure
• 36-hour teacher licensure program
• Additional content courses (beyond the 36 hours) as needed for licensure
• Student teaching
The program prepares you to:
• Assume instructional leadership roles within schools
• Satisfy licensure requirements and earn the MEd degree
For more information:
www.lynchburg.edu/med-curriculum or gradstudies@lynchburg.edu
“I learned how to teach at LC. It’s one thing to know about a subject, but it’s quite another to know how to go about teaching it.”
— Meg Smith ’99, ’07, MEd, 2012 Virginia Teacher of the Year
MEd
in
Curriculum
and Instruction
Clinical Mental Health
Counseling
Program Highlights
• 60-hour program focusing on areas of individual, family, and group counseling
• Extensive supervised practicum experience
• Internship opportunities
The program prepares you for
entry-level counseling positions in:
• Community mental health agencies
• Human service organizations
• Outpatient counseling centers
• Drug and alcohol treatment programs
• Psychiatric hospitals
MEd
in
Counseling
What our graduates are saying
“I was an ordained minister but felt equally called to professional counseling. Lynchburg College allowed me to make that transition smoothly and effectively. My graduate education prepared me well to face a challenging and changing mental health treatment community. It was the best pro-fessional step I could have taken.”
— Mark Beck ’98 MEd, Pastoral Counseling. Individual, Family and Marital Counseling
Meg Watson ’07 MEd, counselor at Jefferson Forest High School
For more information:
www.lynchburg.edu/med-counseling or gradstudies@lynchburg.edu
MEd
in
Educational
Leadership
What will I study?
The primary emphasis is on K-12 education with options for a higher education focus. The learning format combines in-class and practicum experiences that provide an overall understanding of social, political, educational, legal, and cultural issues that will help you build a successful school or school division.
Program Highlights
• 36-hour program
• K-12 endorsement in school administra-tion and supervision
• Courses designed to ensure compatibility with Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC) standards
• Program of study integrated into staff development initiatives of regional school districts
The program prepares you for
leader-ship positions such as:
• Principals in elementary, middle, and secondary schools
• Superintendents and assistant superin-tendents in school divisions
• Instructional supervisors
• Central Office positions
For more information:
www.lynchburg.edu/med-edleadership or gradstudies@lynchburg.edu
Master of Education in
Educational Leadership
Our multifaceted, practical program is
focused on teaching you to create and
maintain a learning environment where
all students can grow and develop.
With emphasis on state competencies, our
school leadership program is approved by
the Commonwealth of Virginia. Students
are encouraged to take the School Leaders
Licensure Assessment (SLLA), which is
required by the state of Virginia. We are
proud of the fact that 99 percent of our
students pass the SLLA.
What will I study?
The program offers two tracks: reading instruc-tion and reading specialist, both leading to a MEd in reading. The reading specialist track provides you with a Virginia endorsement as reading specialist once the Reading for Virginia Education Assessment is passed. The course of study focuses on diagnosis, assessment, and remediation of reading problems in addition to reading content, writing, and literature.
Program Highlights
• 36-hour program
• Explicit reading and literature instruction
• Writing technology
• Research methodology
• Summer Reading Clinic, the final capstone experience that involves tutoring strug-gling readers on a one-to-one basis
A 12-hour online Literacy Studies
Certificate is also available.
The program prepares you for:
• Reading specialist positions in school systems
• Positions in other educational entities that work with struggling readers
For more information:
www.lynchburg.edu/reading or gradstudies@lynchburg.edu
Master of Education
in Reading
The MEd in Reading is based on the
philos-ophy that literacy holds the key to success in
the personal, professional, and civic lives of
children. The program is available on a
full-time or part-full-time basis.
What our graduates are saying
“Through the MEd in Reading Program, I have become a more competent educator and advocate for reading education. Classes are designed around practical experiences and involve hands-on learning of impor-tant concepts. The professors’ encouragement was the foundation of my success in the program.” — Jeremy Craft ‘12 MEd, Teacher, Bedford County
Public Schools
MEd
in
Reading
“My years in the undergraduate and graduate programs at Lynchburg College offered me the opportunity to grow personally and professionally. I would not be where I am today with-out stepping through that first door.”
— Tyrone Gafford ’94 BA, ’08 MEd, Principal, Altavista Combined School
MEd in Reading students work with area children in a summer reading clinic held at the College.
MEd
in
Science
Education
MEd
in
Special
Education
Master of Education
in Science Education
With this course of study, you can obtain
the designation of master science teacher
and/or the add-on endorsement in earth
science. In addition, you can improve your
classroom expertise through advanced
training in science content areas.
The program is a collaborative initiative
between the School of Sciences and
the School of Education and Human
Development.
What will I study?
The program includes 18 to 27 hours of
science content and nine to 18 hours of
education coursework.
Program Highlights
• Field-related studies at Lynchburg College’s 470-acre Claytor Nature Study Center
• Opportunities at the College research-grade Belk Astronomical Observatory
• 18-hour earth science add-on endorsement option and Earth Science Certificate
The program prepares you for positions
such as:
• Teacher in middle and high school
• Naturalist
• Outdoor Program Leader
• Adjunct professor
• Lab Technician
For more information:
www.lynchburg.edu/scienceed or gradstudies@lynchburg.edu
What our graduates are saying
“The high quality instruction and personal atten-tion given to me by the faculty during my under-graduate years made it easy for me to choose LC for my graduate program. The opportunities and experiences that Lynchburg College provid-ed me during both programs have been critical in opening the door to my current success in my career field.”
— Carrie Francisco ’02 BS, ’07 MEd, earth science and biology teacher, Pittsylvania County Schools
Program Highlights
• 36-hour program
• Online options for early childhood special education courses
• Courses in applied behavior analysis offered in conjunction with the Virginia ABA Consortium
The program prepares you for positions in:
• Public and private schools
• Schools for students with autism
• Residential settings
• Hospital settings
• Higher education
• Consulting companies
Special education graduate certificates (12 credit
hours) are offered in the following fields:
• Autism Spectrum Disorders – recognized by the Virginia Autism Council (VAC)
• School Inclusion
• Students with Significant Disabilities
• Young Children with Development Disabilities
For more information:
www.lynchburg.edu/med-specialed or gradstudies@lynchburg.edu
Master of Education
in Special Education
Our program prepares you to make positive
contributions to the lives of people with
dis-abilities, addressing the complexities of the
challenges they face, as well as services needed
to assist them as they strive for independence.
Learning experiences are structured so you
develop a comprehensive knowledge of the
multifaceted nature of special education.
What will I study?
The program offers multiple options, and
you may choose one or more areas of study
from:
• Autism spectrum disorders
• Early childhood special education
• Special education adapted curriculum (significant disabilities)
• Special education general curriculum (focusing on students with learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, and intellectual disabilities)
What our graduates are saying
“I have had a very rewarding experience at Lynchburg College. I have learned diagnostic skills and strategies to help people with disabilities experience some level of academic success.”
— Jean Thomas-Jeremy ’13 MEd, Special Education Teacher, Dominica
Dr. David Perault, professor of biology and environmental science, leads MEd in Science Education students on a field trip to study water quality.
“The lessons learned and relation-ships gained from Lynchburg College influence how I plan every day in my preschool autism classroom. The hands-on experience provided during my graduate program is most beneficial. I continue to seek advice from professors, staff, and cooperating teachers to this day.”
— Carmen Johnson ’11 BS, ’13 MEd, special education teacher, Stafford Elementary School
MS
in Nursing
Master of Science
in Nursing
Our online program is designed to provide you
with professional development opportunities
in key areas of the nursing field. Our program
is founded on evidence-based nursing practice
and provides educational experiences that are
grounded in current knowledge and research.
What will I study?
Depending on your career goals, you may
choose from three tracks:
• RN to MSN Pathway – allows registered nurses without a bachelor’s degree (or with a non-nurs-ing bachelor’s degree) to complete the master’s program
• Clinical Nurse Leader – offers advanced nursing leadership education for nurses who provide expert bedside care in health facilities
• Nursing Education – provides specialized prepa-ration for the role of nurse educator in academia, clinical education, and staff development
Program Highlights
• 37-hour program
• Online learning format that provides flex-ibility to working professionals
• Cohort rate for hospitals and agencies with eight or more participants beginning the program in the same term
• Clinical experiences in healthcare settings
The MSN will prepare you for positions
such as:
• Clinical care specialist on a patient care floor
• Teaching nursing students in the class-room, clinical area, or at a BSN or ADN program
• Teaching hospital staff in the agency’s education department
• Quality improvement in a health agency
• Evidence-based researcher
For more information:
www.lynchburg.edu/msn or gradstudies@lynchburg.edu
Physician Assistant Medicine
Lynchburg College will launch a graduate level Physician Assistant Medicine Program in
the summer of 2015. For more information: www.lynchburg.edu/pa, or 434.544.8876,
or pa@lynchburg.edu.
International Students
International students enjoy a high rate of success at Lynchburg College. Our faculty are committed to student success, and our campus community provides a supportive environment where students of diverse backgrounds can learn from each other and excel. Admission and application information is available online at www.lynchburg.edu/intgradrequirements.
Financial Aid
Financial aid is available through scholarships, state grants, federal loans, and graduate assistantships. Endowed scholarships, including Presidential Scholarships and post-master’s tuition vouchers are available to eligible students.
A complete list of financial aid opportunities and application information can be found online at www.lynchburg.edu/gradfinancialaid.
Information Sessions
The Office of Graduate Studies hosts monthly grad-uate information sessions throughout the year. For specific dates and registration information, visit www.lynchburg.edu/gradinfo.
Online Applications
Online applications are available at https://admissions.lynchburg.edu/apply/
Admission deadlines:
July 31 - fall enrollment
November 30 - spring enrollment May 1 - summer enrollment
Tuition:
For the current tuition rate, go to www.lynchburg.edu/gradexpenses
Contact us at gradstudies@lynchburg.edu or 434.544.8383
Dr. Ellen Deluca, professor of nursing, talks with nurses about opportunities in LC’s MSN Program.
What our graduates are saying
“Now that I have completed the MSN degree, I can use my talents to benefit the lives of others and give back to a profession that has offered me so much. Being part of the Lynchburg College MSN program is one of the greatest rewards of my personal and professional advancement.”
— Dana Woody ’00 BS, ’12 MSN
PA
Dr. Jeremy Welsh is founding department chair, program director, and associate professor of Physician Assistant Medicine.
