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Parents and Family

Welcome to Hampden-Sydney!

Here you will find essential resources and information for Hampden-Sydney parents, families, and friends.

Information and Resources

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Plan Your Stay

Welcome to Hampden-Sydney! Let us help you plan your trip.

Hampden-Sydney College is located in Southside Virginia between Tidewater, the Blue Ridge Mountains, and the James River. The historic 1340-acre campus lies five miles south of historic Farmville, the county seat of Prince Edward County and home to Longwood University. It is approximately 60 miles southwest of Richmond, 50 miles due east of Lynchburg, and 60 miles southeast of Charlottesville.

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Alumni and Parent Engagement Staff

(434) 223-6776 | alumni@hsc.edu

Liz Crowder
Director of Alumni and Parent Engagement
lcrowder@hsc.edu | (434) 223-6148

Contact Alumni and Parent Engagement

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Offices and Services

Contact Us!

Here you will find a list of frequently contacted offices and departments.

Hampden-Sydney College | Hampden Sydney, VA 23943
(434) 223-6000

Offices and Services

Latest News

Patrick Henry Society Welcomes Class of 1976

6/4/2026

This May, Hampden-Sydney College proudly inducted over 40 members of the Class of 1976 into the Patrick Henry Society during the annual celebration of their 50th class reunion.

Summer Research Program Schedule

5/29/2026

This summer, students and faculty and staff members are actively participating in public research presentations and professional development programs across campus.

Announcing the Kirby Sports Center

5/27/2026

Hampden-Sydney College is proud to announce a transformational commitment from the Ann K. Kirby Foundation in support of one of the most vital and highly utilized facilities on campus, renamed the Kirby Sports Center.

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Campus Maps

 Explore our 1,300 acre campus.

Take the virtual tour to get familiar with our beautiful campus before you arrive for a visit, or if you prefer, download the printable map.