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Updates on Tragedy In Student Dorms

Lauren Armstrong, Associate Editor-in-Chief March 16, 2025

Content warning: this article mentions a death on campus. Please contact the University counseling center for help and resources for yourself or others at 610-519-4050. At 11:31 a.m. Villanova students...

University Announces Tragedy In Student Dorms

Lauren Armstrong, Associate Editor-in-Chief March 15, 2025

Content warning: this article mentions a death on campus. Please contact the University counseling center for help and resources for yourself or others at 610-519-4050. At 11:31 a.m. Villanova students...

University President Father Peter M. Donohue, O.S.A., Ph.D. released an email Wednesday morning sharing major updates to come over the final weeks of the 2024-25 academic year and beyond.

Father Peter Shares Updates With Villanova Community

Finn Courtney, Co-News Editor March 14, 2025

As Villanova’s students, faculty and staff returned from Spring Break for the second half of the semester, University President Father Peter M. Donohue, O.S.A., Ph.D. released an email Wednesday morning...

The Space released a statement on Monday regarding the pro-life demonstration.

Pro-Life Demonstration Held On Villanova’s Campus

Ava Petrosky, Staff Writer March 14, 2025

On Monday, March 10, Villanovans returned to campus from Spring Break, expecting to return to classes and campus activities as normal. However, Villanovans were surprised when five unexpected visitors...

Admiral Jonathan Greenert spoke to students about his leadership experience and advice for the future.

Recap of Admiral Jonathan Greenert’s Discussion of Leadership and Geopolitics

Emma Cote, Co-News Editor March 12, 2025

On Monday, Feb. 24, the University welcomed Admiral Jonathan Greenert, a retired four-star admiral and Chief of Naval Operations, to the Charles Widger School of Law to discuss the current state of geopolitics,...

Denise Smith will be greatly missed by the University

Denise Smith: the University Mourns Beloved Member of Dining

Emma Cote, Co-News Editor March 12, 2025

On Monday, March 10, students were informed of staff member Denise Smith’s passing. Smith was a beloved member of the dining team and dedicated 22 years of her life to working at Villanova as a team...

The UDance Day Competition serves as the second highest fundraising event for NOVAdance each year.

NOVAdance Participates in UDance Day Competition

Isabella Carlin, Co-News Editor February 27, 2025

On Tuesday, Feb. 25, NOVAdance participated in the annual UDance Day. This annual fundraising event is a friendly competition between Villanova University's NOVAdance and the University of Delaware’s...

President Donald Trump's latest executive orders could have an impact on academic research, funding and scholarship.

Federal Funding Freeze Sparks Uncertainty in Higher Education Research

Nicole Liddicoat, Co-Editor-In-Chief February 26, 2025

In the early weeks of his presidency, President Donald Trump and his administration issued numerous executive orders (EO), many of which could affect Villanova University’s students and faculty. The...

The History Society has recruited approximately 70 members since new leadership took over three weeks ago.

Villanova History Society Returns to Campus

Isabella Carlin, Co-News Editor February 26, 2025

The Villanova History Society has returned to campus after a year of inactivity. The organization led, by a group of new leaders, is hoping to bring a new sense of passion and education to history lovers...

Dean Millard shares his experience on being the first Black Student Body President.

History: Millard on Being First Black Student Body President

Emma Cote, Co-News Editor February 26, 2025

Dean Millard, the first Black Student Body President at Villanova, knew that he wanted to attend the University since he was five years old, and his passion has remained unwavering. Since his presidency...

Ukranian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy clashed with President Trump this past week.

This Week In Politics: Zelenskyy, McConnell & DEI

Zoe Garrett, Political Columnist February 26, 2025

This past week was one marked by political uncertainty. Relations soured in the international community, a tenured Congressman announced his retirement and there was a significant judicial decision that...

The 12th Annual NOVAdance will take place March 29 at Jake Nevin.

Prepping For NOVAdance 2025

Ava Petrosky, Staff Writer February 26, 2025

Jake Nevin Field House will be filled with Villanovans, Heroes and positivity in just 31 days, with a goal of raising $700,000. The NOVAdance community has spent almost an entire calendar year preparing...

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