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Students can make appointments for the writing center online.

[Photo] The Writing Center is a Valuable Resource

Kaitlin Lawrenson, Staff Writer
February 5, 2025
UNITAS works diligently to promote unity, inclusion and belonging within Villanova's athletic programs.

[Photo] Villanova Named DI Recipient of 2025 NCAA/MOAA Award for Diversity & Inclusion

Isabella Carlin, Co-News Editor
January 8, 2025
Roedl previously served as Deputy Athletic Director and Chief Operating Officer at Oregon.

[Photo] Villanova Hires Oregon Deputy AD Eric Roedl as New Athletic Director

Owen Hewitt, Co-Sports Editor
November 19, 2024
Villanova students came to hear Ph.D. alumnus Michael Shaw (‘06) explain his newest research he has spent the past few years on.

[Photo] The Philosophy Speaker Series: Is Aristotle All Wrong?

Katie Bryda, Staff Writer
November 13, 2024
University President Rev. Peter M. Donahue, O.S.A., Ph.D. announced to the Villanova community that the University has appointed Ariella Robbins as the Vice President for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

[Photo] University Names Ariella Robbins as Vice President for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Emma Cahill, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 13, 2024
Villanova’s Albert Lepage Center held a panel on Tuesday, Sept. 24 discussing the State and Fate of American Democracy regarding the impending 2024 elections. The main purpose of the event was to add historical context and perspective to this year’s election.

[Photo] Debut Novelist and Former Professor, Elysha Chang, Returns to Campus

Katie Bryda, Staff Writer
October 2, 2024
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[Photo] How to Register To Vote in Pennsylvania as a Villanovan

Lauren Armstrong, Co-News Editor
September 11, 2024
The Center for Arab and Islamic Studies recently welcomed Zainab Saleh, professor of anthropology at Haverford College, to give a talk about Iraqi Diasporas.

[Photo] Villanova Textbook Access Program: Bargain or Bummer?

Molly Duffy, Staff Writer
September 11, 2024
Villanova University names Tej Patel as Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer.

[Photo] University Announces Tej Patel as New VP for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer

Hannah Sweeney, Co-Editor-in-Chief
August 16, 2024
Michael Gaynor was a pillar in the world of college admissions and a beloved member of the Villanova community.

[Photo] Villanova Community Mourns Loss of Michael Gaynor, Executive Director of Undergraduate Admission

Emma Cahill, Co-Editor-in-Chief
August 16, 2024
With showings through Apr. 21, don’t miss your chance to see The Spanish Tragedy.

[Photo] The Spanish Tragedy: Reviewed

Sofia Krzewicki, Staff Writer
April 17, 2024
Captivating images from this year's Diversity Skit held in Connelly Cinema.

[Photo] ACT Holds Impactful Diversity Skit

Christopher Brown, Staff Writer
February 28, 2024
Villanova’s Friars in Rome with an alum who was made a Cardinal.

[Photo] Former University Friar Becomes Cardinal in Rome

Loghan Hirkey, Staff Writer
October 3, 2023
Students at the Center for Dialogue opening event.

[Photo] University Celebrates Opening of Center for Dialogue

Emma, Cote
September 20, 2023
NBC News' Lester Holt gave Villanova's 2023 Commencement Address.

[Photo] McCusker: Lester Holt Addresses Graduating Class of 2023

Cate McCusker, Senior Editor
May 25, 2023
Thrive 365 hosts various events and programs each month.

[Photo] Mental Health Resources at Villanova

Katie Formato, Staff Writer
February 15, 2023
The Lepage Center hosted the climate change webinar recently

[Photo] History Impacts the Future: The Albert Lepage Center

Colin Nemeth, Staff Writer
December 7, 2022
Students in the Institute work together to foster women’s advancement.

[Photo] Anne Welsh McNulty Institute to Celebrate Fifth Anniversary on Nov. 16 in Topper Theatre

Sydney Singh, Staff Writer
November 2, 2022
Mark Redmond shared deeply emotional stories at his show “What’s Credit & Other Stories.”

[Photo] Mark Redmond’s “What’s Credit & Other Stories”

Catherine Gunther, Staff Writer
October 5, 2022
The University's Center for Irish Studies held a roundtable with Mary Gay Scanlon.

[Photo] Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon Joins Roundtable Event

Cate McCusker, Senior Editor
September 21, 2022
Fr. Joe Ryan is a prominent figure at Villanova.

[Photo] Augustinians of Villanova: Father Joe Ryan

Olivia Sabalaskey, Staff Writer
April 27, 2022
“Curtains” is now showing in the Mullen Center until April 10th.

[Photo] “Curtains” Opens at the Mullen Center

Emily Schoonover, Staff Writer
April 6, 2022
CAT hosts many different student celebrations for the campus community.

[Photo] Club Spotlight: Campus Activities Team

Charlotte Ralston, Staff Writer
April 6, 2022
Fr. Joe Calderone serves as the Associate Director of Campus Ministry.

[Photo] Augustinians of Villanova: Father Joe Calderone

Olivia Sabalaskey, Staff Writer
April 6, 2022
Emma Dabiri was announced as the new chair of Irish Studies.

[Photo] Emma Dabiri Named Charles A. Heimbold Jr. Chair of Irish Studies

Katie Reed, Staff Writer
March 16, 2022
Staff and students of Public Administration walk around campus.

[Photo] New Major Introduced: Public Service and Administration

Caitlyn Foley, Staff Writer
March 16, 2022
The Commons are the newest dorms available for students.

[Photo] Housing in the Commons: Class of 2023 Left Unhappy

Kylie Horan, Staff Writer
February 23, 2022
The event was hosted in Garey Hall.

[Photo] Comm. Department Hosts Women In Journalism Panel

Lydia McFarlane, Staff Writer
February 23, 2022
The debate will be held in the new Performing Arts Center on campus.

[Photo] University to Host Pennsylvania GOP Senate Primary Debate

Sarah Sweeney, Co-News Editor
February 17, 2022
Are you a Mendel-dweller? A VSB kid? Whatever your major, we've got your starter pack.

[Photo] Satire: A Starter-Pack Guide to Villanova’s Academics

Jackie Thomas and Bella Irwin
February 16, 2022
Brother Michael Duffy, O.S.A has been an Augustinian for the past five decades.

[Photo] Augustinians of Villanova: Brother Michael Duffy

Olivia Sabalaskey, Staff Writer
February 9, 2022
Villanova University raises student minimum wage to 10 dollars.

[Photo] Opinion: University Finally Increases Student Minimum Wage

Jacob Artz, Staff Writer
January 19, 2022
Sullivan and Sheehan Halls are two of the most popular dorms for sophomores.

[Photo] Public Safety Detains Suspect Trespassing In Quad

Cate McCusker, Senior Editor
January 10, 2022
Students perform carols at the Tree Lighting.

[Photo] The First Few Days of Christmas at Villanova

Lydia McFarlane
December 9, 2021
The tree can be seen by the Riley Ellipse. 

[Photo] Community Enjoys the Annual Tree Lighting

Kathryn Fair
December 9, 2021
The Christmas tree lighting is a great tradition at Villanova.

[Photo] ‘Tis the Season: Merry Christmas Villanova Week

Jacob Artz, Staff Writer
December 8, 2021
Villanova's student government association will be holding elections soon.

[Photo] SGA, BSU React to Racial Slur Allegations at Senate Meeting

Jackie Thomas
November 22, 2021
Good Counsel houses 240 freshman on South Campus.

[Photo] The Laundry System at Villanova Needs to Change

Carter Smith, Staff Writer
November 17, 2021
Roger Demareski will be the new Executive Vice President of Administration and Operations.

[Photo] University Welcomes New VP of Admin. and Operations

Sarah Sweeney
November 15, 2021
Vasey Hall is located on Main Campus. 

[Photo] Vasey Hall Should be Repurposed into a DEI Center

Lindsay Gallagher, Staff Writer
November 10, 2021
The CEER expansion will include a 2-story Innovation Lab.

[Photo] University Announces Expansion to CEER in the Upcoming Spring

Jadyn Ramos
October 27, 2021
Poster for James Ijames’ “White”. 

[Photo] Students Enjoy “White” Play at the Villanova Theater

Isabella Balian, Staff Writer
October 6, 2021
Many of the reports for mold were made from students living in The Quad.

[Photo] Mold Infestation in Dorms Affects Students on Campus

Caitlyn Foley
October 3, 2021
The University raised over $11 milllion dollars through the 1842 day fundraiser.

[Photo] University Celebrates Annual 1842 Day Fundraiser

Garrett Whitton
October 3, 2021
Villanova landed on the best colleges list, placing 49th out of 391.

[Photo] Villanova Ranks 49th in List of Top Universities

Lydia McFarlane
September 26, 2021
St. Monica’s Hall, a residence hall located on South Campus.

[Photo] Opinion: Residence Halls Require Deeper Cleaning

Loghan Hirkey
September 22, 2021
The Villanova Student Health Center. 

[Photo] The Dilemma: Should I Go to the Health Center?

Zoe Kim, Staff Writer
September 22, 2021
Professors collaborate on DEI courses in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

[Photo] Comm. Dept. DEI Initiative Reflects Focus on Social Justice

Jackie Thomas
September 16, 2021
Father Stephen Baker is a resident Augustinian here at Villanova. 

[Photo] Augustinians of Villanova: Father Steve Baker

Olivia Sabalaskey, Staff Writer
September 8, 2021
University President Rev. Peter M. Donohue OSA Ph.D. send students an email addressing the rise in COVID-19 cases on Friday. 

[Photo] Masks Are Back

Cate McCusker, Co-Editor in Chief
September 4, 2021
University students put their V's up at a Summer Asia Internship Program in Shanghai before the COVID-19 pandemic.

[Photo] Students Prepare to Study Abroad in Fall 2021

A.J. Fezza, Co-Culture Editor
August 19, 2021
Barber spoke about racism in the public health system in the United States.

[Photo] Lepage Center’s Decolonizing Series Hosts Final Event

Keely Dumouchel, Staff Writer
April 29, 2021
On April 10, the University hosted a virtual Accepted Student's Day. 

[Photo] Class of 2025 Celebrates Accepted Student’s Day

Garrett Whitton, Staff Writer
April 21, 2021
Villanova University distributed Moderna vaccines in the Finneran Pavilion. 

[Photo] On-Campus Vaccine Distribution: Too Little, Too Late

Regan McEnroe
April 21, 2021
Dr. Christopher Daly performs in the church for an attentive crowd.

[Photo] Dr. Christopher T. Daly Performs Organ on Campus

A.J. Fezza, Co-Culture Editor
April 14, 2021
Class of 2021 Response to Graduation Update

[Photo] Class of 2021 Response to Graduation Update

Olivia Sabalaskey, Staff Writer
April 10, 2021
The University and Campus Ministry planned and carried out a celebration for Palm Sunday and Holy Week.

[Photo] University Celebrates Holy Week Both In-Person and Virtually

Garrett Whitton, Staff Writer
April 10, 2021
Villanova University's Health Center.

[Photo] Villanova Secures Limited Number of Vaccines for Faculty and Staff

Cate McCusker, Co-Editor in Chief
April 7, 2021
Villanova’s On-Campus Stigma Around Liberal Arts

[Photo] Villanova’s On-Campus Stigma Around Liberal Arts

Elena Rouse, Co-Culture Editor
April 7, 2021
Lily Day (pictured left) and Catherine Petretti (pictured right) have been named Goldwater Scholars.

[Photo] Two Students at the University Named Goldwater Scholars

Sarah Wisniewski, Co-News Editor
April 7, 2021
The RISE program will further DEI initiatives on campus.

[Photo] RISE Program Addresses DEI Initiatives on Campus

Sarah Wisniewski, Co-News Editor
April 7, 2021
Byrnes will serve as the Vice President for Student Life.

[Photo] University Announces Kathleen J. Byrnes, J.D. as VP for Student Life

Sarah Wisniewski, Co-News Editor
March 31, 2021
The event was geared toward discussing the intersection between gender and mental health.

[Photo] McNulty Institute Hosts “Ler Her Speak” Lecture Series

Katie Reed, Staff Writer
March 24, 2021
The Hispanic Ministry hosts many events throughout the year.

[Photo] Hispanic Ministry Hosts Community Dinner

Anthony Grasso, Staff Writer
March 24, 2021
The Institute strives for a more inclusive leadership style. 

[Photo] Interview with Heads of Gender Equality and Leadership

Elena Rouse, Co-Culture Editor
March 17, 2021
Students peruse the aisles of Second Storey located in St. Mary's Hall.

[Photo] The Best Snacks At Campus Convenience Stores

Maddie Schieder, Staff Writer
March 17, 2021
Vandalism was reported in Sheehan Hall on March 3rd.

[Photo] Vandalism in Sheehan Hall and the Misuse of Collective Punishment

Andrew Portas, Staff Writer
March 10, 2021
Students were notified about the reports on Wednesday morning.

[Photo] University’s Ignorant and Dismissive Messaging in Recent Emails Reporting Sexual Assault on Campus

Vivi Melkonian, Co-Opinion Editor
March 4, 2021
The Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life postpone recruitment. 

[Photo] Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life Postpone Recruitment for Greek Life

Sarah Wisniewski, Co-News Editor
February 14, 2021
The University celebrates the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. during Freedom School.

[Photo] 2021 Freedom School Inspires University Community

Jackie Thomas, Staff Writer
February 10, 2021
The new Holy Grounds will be located on the ground floor of Friar Hall in The Commons.

[Photo] Holy Grounds Coming Soon to The Commons

Molly Mook, Staff Writer
February 10, 2021
The University has had record-high COVID-19 cases in recent days. 

[Photo] Recent Email Still Shows Problems with the University’s COVID-19 Efforts

Derek Ramirez Jerez, Staff Writer
February 5, 2021
Thousands of students return to Villanova's campus amidst the ongoing coronavirus pandemic for the Spring 2021 semester.

[Photo] Students Share Thoughts on Returning to Campus

Katie Reed, Staff Writer
February 3, 2021
Alumnus and Donor Martin G. McGuinn of the University's Class of 1964

[Photo] Alumnus McGuinn Donates $10 Million to University

Sophia Pedro, Staff Writer
February 3, 2021
The University urges students to continue to follow COVID-19 guidelines. 

[Photo] Interview with Dean Tumolo About the Spring Semester

Julia Butch, Staff Writer
February 3, 2021
Villanova and Cabrini have entered an official agreement.

[Photo] Justin G. Gmelich Named Chair of the Board of Trustees

Sarah Wisniewski, Co-News Editor
January 24, 2021
Students encouraged each other to follow the Caritas Commitment on campus, but there has often been no accountability off campus leading up to our return.

[Photo] Returning to Campus for the Spring Semester

Andrew Kline, Staff Writer
January 20, 2021
The "Food News" group aims to mitigate food waste on campus.

[Photo] Villanova’s New Sustainability Plan: In Theory and Action

Taleen Postian Staff Writer
November 11, 2020
The University provides many mental health services for students.

[Photo] The Election and Student Well-Being: How are We Feeling?

Kendall Hayes Staff Writer
November 11, 2020
Falvey Library is gradually working on a plan to reopen.

[Photo] Falvey Memorial Library: Phasing Into the Reopening

Jacob Artz Staff Writer
November 4, 2020
Safely Staying in Shape During the COVID-19 Pandemic

[Photo] Safely Staying in Shape During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Tina Aron, Staff Writer
October 28, 2020
New Look, New Feel: Belle Air Terrace 2.0

[Photo] New Look, New Feel: Belle Air Terrace 2.0

Jacob Artz Staff Writer
October 21, 2020
Professor Brett Frischmann

[Photo] Frischmann Receives National Science Foundation Grant

Sarah Wisniewski, Staff Writer
October 21, 2020
Letter to the Editors: Villanova Needs a Break

[Photo] Letter to the Editors: Villanova Needs a Break

Maggie Cavanaugh Staff Writer
October 7, 2020
Letter To the Editors: Tolle Lege Award

[Photo] Letter To the Editors: Tolle Lege Award

Juniata Weaver Senior Instructor, Department of Communication
October 7, 2020
Letter From the Editors: It’s Time to Recommit to The CARITAS Commitment and Put Community First

[Photo] Letter From the Editors: It’s Time to Recommit to The CARITAS Commitment and Put Community First

Board Editorial
October 1, 2020
Stanford Hall, one of the six South Campus residence halls for freshmen

[Photo] Freshman Life at the University During COVID-19

Ally Weitzman Staff Writer
September 16, 2020
An old photo of Intramural Soccer champions.

[Photo] The Changing Landscape of Intramurals for the Fall

Sophia Pedro Staff Writer
September 2, 2020
Letter From the Editors: Stay On Campus this Weekend

[Photo] Letter From the Editors: Stay On Campus this Weekend

Board Editorial
September 2, 2020
Lepage with Dean Adele Lindenmeyr

[Photo] Albert Lepage Center Pivots Towards Coronavirus and Crisis Collection Research in 2020

Catherine Kemnitz Staff Writer
August 26, 2020
Reflections on Community First: One Week In

[Photo] Reflections on Community First: One Week In

Catherine Kemnitz Staff Writer
August 26, 2020
Screenshot shows tracking of COVID-19 cases on campus

[Photo] University Launches COVID-19 Campus Dashboard

Emily Cox, Co-Editor-in-Chief
August 24, 2020
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[Photo] University Names Teresa Nance, PhD, Vice President for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Establishes Presidential Task Force on Race

Emily Cox Co-Editor-in-Chief
July 14, 2020
Corr Hall, home of The Villanovan

[Photo] Letter to the Press: Student Journalists on Coverage of the Black Lives Matter Protests

July 10, 2020
quad

[Photo] University President Rev. Peter M. Donohue, O.S.A., PhD., Announces Fall Semester to Begin On Campus

Emily Cox Co-Editor-in-Chief
June 23, 2020
NCAA's Name, Image and Likeness Rules: What does it mean for Villanova?

[Photo] NCAA’s Name, Image and Likeness Rules: What Does it Mean for Villanova?

Tyler Kemp Co-Editor-Chief
May 18, 2020
Father DePrinzio speaks with members of the community outside of Corr Hall.

[Photo] Rev. Kevin DePrinzio, OSA, PhD, Named Vice President for Mission and Ministry for the University

Emily Cox Co-Editor-in-Chief
May 14, 2020
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