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Dr. Camacho's lecture was focused around the idea of “What’s the Point of Education? Love and the End of Learning.”

[Photo] Dr. Camacho Gives 2025 Spring Humanities Lecture

Margaret Miller, Staff Writer
March 19, 2025
Villanova did not make an NCAA Tournament during Kyle Neptune's head coaching stint.

[Photo] The Future of Villanova Basketball is Uncertain

Dylan Johnson, Co-Sports Editor
March 19, 2025
Northern Irish poet Stephen Sexton visited Villanova last week.

[Photo] Irish Poet Stephen Sexton Visits Villanova University

Katie Bryda, Staff Writer
March 19, 2025
GSJI continues the long fight for Connelly Center workers rights.

[Photo] Global Social Justice Initiative Fights for University Workers

Isabella Balian, Staff Writer
March 19, 2025
President Donald Trump's latest executive orders could have an impact on academic research, funding and scholarship.

[Photo] Federal Funding Freeze Sparks Uncertainty in Higher Education Research

Nicole Liddicoat, Co-Editor-In-Chief
February 26, 2025
AI is becoming more prevalent and DiLeo argues that colleges must learn how to properly integrate it.

[Photo] The AI Revolution: How to Effectively Utilize Artificial Intelligence

Massimo DiLeo, Staff Writer
February 19, 2025
Professor teaching styles vary between high school and college across all majors.

[Photo] The Teaching World of High School vs. College

Lilly Semprevivo, Staff Writer
February 19, 2025
Students can opt to have their textbook payments included in their tuition bills.

[Photo] Villanova’s Textbook Program: Both Convenient and Challenging

Zoe Schack, Staff Writer
February 12, 2025
New furniture in Falvey is all the more reason to discover new study spots this semester.

[Photo] Where Should I Study?: Library Edition

Scarlet Shafie, Staff Writer
February 12, 2025
Last week's Lunch at Lepage covered the life of George Washington Carver and his place in history.

[Photo] Black History Month: Lunch at Lepage Delves Into Carver

Margaret Miller, Staff Writer
February 12, 2025
Graduate guard Eric Dixon finished the game with a team-high 24 points, despite scoring just two in the first half.

[Photo] Dixon’s Second-Half Energy Propels Villanova Past Xavier, 80-68

Katie Lewis, Co-Sports Editor
February 9, 2025
Do students need all this technology?

[Photo] Are iPads Necessary for College?

Zoe Schack, Staff Writer
February 5, 2025
Over 2,500 Villanovans entered the 2025 Marriage Pact.

[Photo] Marriage Pact Results Broken Down

Katie Bryda, Staff Writer
February 5, 2025
The Connelly Center played host to the annual Spring Involvement Fair.

[Photo] Martin Luther King Jr. Keynote Lecture: Dr. Terry Nance

Keoni Andrews, Staff Writer
January 29, 2025
The Finneran Pavillion, the home of Villanova's men and women's basketball teams.

[Photo] To Boo or Not to Boo?

Zoe Schack, Staff Writer
November 27, 2024
Villanova’s WiFi problem is prevelant for both iPhones and on-campus computers.

[Photo] Students React to WiFi Woes

Massimo DiLeo, Staff Writer
November 13, 2024
Many Villanova students still use traditional backpacks for class.

[Photo] Purses or Backpacks: Which Should Villanovans Use?

Kaitlin Lawrenson, Staff Writer
November 6, 2024
University named in National lawsuit regarding divorced parents financial aid.

[Photo] Villanova Named in Lawsuit Alleging Financial Aid Price-Fixing

Nicole Liddicoat, Co-News Editor
October 30, 2024
Constructed in 2018, the Commons are Villanova's newest housing accommodation.

[Photo] On or Off Campus? Navigating Villanova Housing

Massimo DiLeo, Staff Writer
October 30, 2024
Students Hear From Academics on Palestine.

[Photo] Stress Management Coping Strategies for Students

Felicia Froio, Staff Writer
October 30, 2024
Villanova has five on-campus fitness facilities.

[Photo] The Value of Low-Impact Exercise

Kaitlin Lawrenson, Staff Writer
October 9, 2024
With the turn to fall at Villanova, the election stands barely two months away - here’s what Villanovans need to know heading to the polls.

[Photo] A Villanovan’s Guide to Voting: Answering Important Voting FAQ

Isabella Balian, Political Columnist
October 2, 2024
2024's Fall Preview Days have come and gone, providing prospective Villanovans a chance to get a first-hand look at Villanova.

[Photo] 2024 Fall Preview Day Welcomes Prospective Villanovans

Ava Petrosky, Staff Writer
September 25, 2024
The Mullen Center will play host to many Villanovans casting their vote this November, impacting a number of future policies, economics included.

[Photo] Theatre of War Comes to Villanova’s Campus

Lauren Armstrong, Co-News Editor
September 25, 2024
The Mullen Center, where come Election Day, students' votes will influence policy on gun control in this country.

[Photo] Classes Should Be Cancelled on Election Day

Kaitlin Lawrenson, Staff Writer
September 25, 2024
A Zoom panel was held last week, designed to explore the current guidelines for presidential disability and succession ahead of the 2024 election.

[Photo] Students Respond to Rising Concerns Over Sexual Assault at Villanova

Hannah Sweeney, Co-Editor-in-Chief
September 25, 2024
The LASO Block Party took place at the Oreo on Sept. 15.

[Photo] LASO Block Party Kicks off Heritage Month

Christopher Brown, Staff Writer
September 18, 2024
The Court Theatre at the Mullen Center hosted VU Women’s In Tech Fall Speaker Event.

[Photo] How to Register To Vote in Pennsylvania as a Villanovan

Lauren Armstrong, Co-News Editor
September 11, 2024
Harris, Trump, a third-party candidate, or not to vote at all. This is the question that is circulating in the minds of people registered to vote in this upcoming election. Villanova students are faced with the same dilemma, and time is running out to decide before the presidential election on Nov. 5. 

[Photo] Villanova Raises Awareness for Suicide Prevention Month

Ava Petrosky, Staff Writer
September 11, 2024
Students are looking ahead to the pleasure of summer vacation, with finals nearly in the rear-view mirror.

[Photo] Semester’s End In Sight, Summer Look-Ahead

Finn Courtney, Co-News Editor
May 1, 2024
Head Coach Denise Dillon is faced with rebuilding the Wildcats, with six transferring and two graduating.

[Photo] Transfer Portal Brings Uncertain Future for Women’s Basketball

Katie Lewis, Co-Sports Editor
April 24, 2024
Outside the Connelly Center on Friday, Oct. 25, freshmen packed together to learn about the different majors and minors at Villanova.

[Photo] A New Push for Employee Break Room in the Connelly Center

Finn Courtney and Lauren Armstrong
April 24, 2024
The current advising program in CLAS needs to shift to a more beneficial structure for both students and professors.

[Photo] CLAS Advising Needs a Revamp

Emma Cahill, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 17, 2024
Students took part in Villanova's Global Social Justice Initiative Club's 3v3 basketball tournament, designed to raise money for children in Palestine.

[Photo] Class of 2028 Profile

Emma Cahill, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 17, 2024
Sophomore guard Brendan Hausen has entered the transfer portal, as reported by Brandon Jenkins of 247sports.com

[Photo] Brendan Hausen Enters Transfer Portal

Owen Hewitt, Co-Sports Editor
April 10, 2024
Two Villanova students were named Goldwater Scholars, earning a $7,500 scholarship.

[Photo] People-Watching Spots Have Blossomed with Spring

Zoe Manning, Staff Writer
March 20, 2024
Villanovans returned after a successful and relax-filled Easter break.

[Photo] Students Relax on Well-earned Spring Break

Finn Courtney, Co-News Editor
March 20, 2024
Stanford Hall is the epicenter of South Campus.

[Photo] Lack of Inclusion Within Stanford

Sade Santana, Staff Writer
March 20, 2024
Men's lacrosse defeated Monmouth 12–11 in a tight battle at Villanova Stadium on March 16.

[Photo] Men’s Lacrosse Edges Monmouth at Home, 12–11

Peyton Brau, Staff Writer
March 17, 2024
Starting next semester, students’ textbook costs will be factored into their tuition costs per semester.

[Photo] Villanova Reacts to New Textbook Policy

Loghan Hirkey, Staff Writer
February 28, 2024
Villanova's Falvey Library played

[Photo] Students Prepare for Midterms, look ahead to Spring Break

Finn Courtney, Co-News Editor
February 28, 2024
Senior guard Bella Runyan recorded seven assists, just one shy of her career high, in Villanova's 68–58 win over Providence on Wednesday, Feb. 21.

[Photo] Villanova Bounces Back Against Providence, 68–58

Katie Lewis, Co-Sports Editor
February 21, 2024
Villanova’s Black Student Union will be hosting the Black Excellence Awards for its Black History Month Showcase, recognizing and celebrating outstanding achievements and contributions of Black students at Villanova.

[Photo] BSU Black Excellence Awards Preview

Kellyn Zirn, Staff Writer
February 21, 2024
Villanova campus admist the winter storm.

[Photo] Fireside Conversations: Climate Anxiety Panel

Nicole Liddicoat, Co-News Editor
February 7, 2024
Connelly Center served as the location for this class ring reveal.

[Photo] Villanova Needs More Third Places

Dianna Regan, Staff Writer
February 7, 2024
Junior guard Lucy Olsen led the Wildcats with 29 points, seven rebounds, three assists and a steal against the Bluejays.

[Photo] Villanova Falls to No. 21 Creighton

James Haupt, Staff Writer
January 23, 2024
Looking for some gift inspo this holiday season? Look no further than this gift guide.

[Photo] A Villanovan’s Gift Guide

Chloe Miller, Co-Culture Editor
December 6, 2023
Students are grappling with the early sunsets as winter approaches.

[Photo] Students React: Adjusting to Daylight Savings

Cate Torrey, Staff Writer
November 15, 2023
Students have been registering for classes the past two weeks.

[Photo] Spring Registration: The Student Experience

Zoe Garrett, Staff Writer
November 8, 2023
Villanova kicked off the men's basketball season this week.

[Photo] How Villanova Prepares for Basketball Season

Lauren Armstrong, Staff Writer
November 8, 2023
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[Photo] Army ROTC Spotlight: Cadet Taylor Coombs

Lexie Scibilia, Staff Writer
November 1, 2023
Spiders adorn one campus building to celebrate Halloween.

[Photo] University Celebrates Halloween

Jadyn Ramos, Staff Writer
November 1, 2023
The Office of Education Abroad hosted its annual fair this past week.

[Photo] University Hosts Annual Study Abroad Fair

Cate Torrey, Staff Writer
November 1, 2023
The Villanova football team is hosting its annual Bone Marrow Registry Drive, started by former head coach Andy Talley in 1993.

[Photo] No. 19 Villanova Dismantles Stony Brook, 48-13

Owen Hewitt, Co-Sports Editor
October 28, 2023
Political science students have been discussing former President Trump’s investigations.

[Photo] Mail-in Voting Explainer

Lauren Armstrong, Staff Writer
October 25, 2023
Students will be able to take mental health days as excused absences starting next semester.

[Photo] Office of Health Promotion Spotlight

Caitlyn Foley, Staff Writer
September 27, 2023
Villanova surrendered 600 yards of total offense to the Knights.

[Photo] Football Suffers 48–14 Loss Against UCF

Katie Lewis, Staff Writer
September 17, 2023
A prisoner was on the loose in Main Line Area, alarming community members.

[Photo] PA Prisoner on the Loose

Lauren Armstrong, Staff Writer
September 13, 2023
Students try to stay cool on their walks to and from class during the heat wave.

[Photo] Community Members Suffer through Heat Wave

Emma Cote, Staff Writer
September 13, 2023
The Career Fair was hosted by the University this past week.

[Photo] University Hosts Annual Fall Semester Career Fair

Hannah Sweeney, Co-News Editor
September 13, 2023

The Abundant Advantages of Amtrak

Brian Luppy, Staff Writer
March 29, 2023
Men’s Lacrosse has won six games in a row.

[Photo] Men’s Lacrosse Continues Winning Ways

Anders Pryor and Brooke Ackerman
March 23, 2023
The Oscars have become increasingly politicized over the years.

Politics and the Demise of the Oscars

Brian Luppy, Staff Writer
March 22, 2023

Jimmy Carter’s Life and Legacy

Brian Luppy, Staff Writer
March 1, 2023
Students deserve adequate mental health care, including accessible leaves of absence.

Leaves of Absence Should Be Made Easier for Students

Brian Luppy, Staff Writer
February 22, 2023
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