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Trump has been announcing his cabinet picks in the past weeks.

Villanova’s Republican and Democrat Groups React to Trump’s Victory and Cabinet Picks

Isabella Balian, Political Columnist November 27, 2024

In the weeks after Trump’s victory as the 47th President of the United States, he has begun to appoint members to his Cabinet. His Cabinet picks have sparked nationwide attention, bringing joy for some...

Sustainable fashion has been growing in popularity over the past few years, and is more important now than ever.

Julieta Zavala Discusses the Importance of Sustainable Fashion

Finley Triano, Staff Writer November 27, 2024

On Nov. 19, the Latin American Studies Program and the Department of Spanish brought in fashion designer Julieta Zavala to discuss the importance of sustainable fashion. Zavala studied Fashion Design at...

Hezekiah Lewis was awarded the Dr. Terry Nance Award for Inclusive Excellence

Hezekiah Lewis Awarded Dr. Terry Nance Award for Inclusive Excellence

Emma Cote, Staff Writer November 27, 2024

Whether it is athletic championships or academic rankings, many accomplishments made by the University tend to fit into Villanova-esque categories. But there is another less-known area in which Villanovans...

The panel reflected on the results of the recent election.

2024 Presidential Election Panel

Margaret Miller, Staff Writer November 27, 2024

On Tuesday, Nov. 19, a panel event on the 2024 U.S. presidential election took place in the Speaker's Corner of the Falvey Library. This event is a part of a greater Villanova-wide push for reflection...

The alleged assault took place in Hovnanian Hall.

Former Uber Driver Accused of Rape in Commons Ordered to Stand Trial

Emma Cahill, Co-Editor-in-Chief November 20, 2024

Content warning: mentions of sexual assault. On Thursday, November 14, the former Uber driver accused of raping a Villanova University student in her dorm room in the Commons appeared before court....

University faculty and students gather outside the new mural.

Villanova Unveils Mural Highlighting UN Sustainable Development Goal 12

Nicole Liddicoat, News Editor November 20, 2024

The exterior of Villanova's Connelly Center now features a vibrant new mural. On Wednesday, Nov. 13, the University unveiled the painting dedicated to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG)...

Professors shared thoughts on the outcomes of both voting at Villanova and in general.

Professors React to Election Results and Voting at Villanova

Isabella Balian, Political Columnist November 20, 2024

Two weeks ago, Donald Trump was elected as the 47th President of the United States of America. President-Elect Trump won with 312 electoral votes, defeating Kamala Harris, who had 226 electoral votes....

“Labor and Immigration in Historical and Contemporary Perspective”: Panel Addresses Harmful Rhetoric and Political Relevance

Cate Torrey, Staff Writer November 20, 2024

On Wednesday, Nov. 13, Professor Daniel Cortes of Villanova Law School hosted a thought-provoking virtual panel featuring three distinguished educators specializing in immigration and labor. The discussion...

The Mullen Center played host to Villanovans voting on campus for the 2024 Election.

Breakdown of Mullen Center Voting Results

Isabella Carlin, Political Columnist November 20, 2024

On Election Day, many Villanovans visited the Mullen Center to cast their ballots and perform their civic duty. This was the first year that the Mullen Center on campus was utilized as a voting location....

Students took to the court in GSJI’s basketball tournament, raising funds to support Palestine.

GSJI Hosts Basketball Tournament for Palestine

Allie Hesler, Staff Writer November 20, 2024

Last Friday night, Villanova's Global Social Justice Initiative Club hosted a 3v3 basketball tournament to raise money for children in Palestine. For 10 dollars per person, students could sign up as a...

Dr. Nduka Otiono gave the annual Senghor-Damas-Césaire lecture, titled “Unbound Street Stories in a Diasporic World" in Falvey Library last week.

Africana Studies Department Hosts Annual Senghor-Damas-Césaire Lecture

Margaret Miller, Staff Writer November 20, 2024

On Tuesday, Nov. 12, Dr. Nduka Otiono gave the annual Senghor-Damas-Césaire lecture, titled “Unbound Street Stories in a Diasporic World.” This event is hosted by the Africana Studies Department and...

Last week, Villanova hosted pediatrician and child advocate Sandra Hassink, who discussed the treatment of children within the Church and how unhealthy settings impact children’s development. 

Child Advocate Highlights Church’s Impact On Children

Kristiana Kovaci, Staff Writer November 20, 2024

Content warning: mentions of sexual abuse, sexual abuse in a church setting, and childhood trauma  Last Monday, Nov. 11, Villanova hosted pediatrician and child advocate Sandra Hassink, MD. Hassink...

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