College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Seeking the Stars
Our observatory aids Astrophysics and Planetary Science students in learning and research. more...
Global Perspective
Our language programs emphasize cultural literacy and intercultural understanding. more...
Psychology Student Lands Princeton Neuroscience Internship
Gianna Perez ’19 got involved in significant research from the get-go. more...
Lisa Rodrigues Awarded $540,092 from National Science Foundation
The grant supports her research in coral conservation and management. more...
A Network of Opportunity
Students engage directly with alumni and pursue their professional passions. more...
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Lepage Center Event to Put “Fake News” in Historical Perspective
The Albert Lepage Center for History in the Public Interest at Villanova University will hold a roundtable discussion on fake news and fake history. read more
Ninth Annual Lore Kephart Lecture Series Features Craig Harline, PhD
Craig Harline, PhD, professor of History at Brigham Young University, is the featured speaker at the ninth annual Lore Kephart ’86 Distinguished Historians Lecture on Tuesday, Sept. 26 at 7 p.m. read more
Daniel Mark Elected Chairman of United States Commission on International Religious Freedom
Villanova University assistant professor of Political Science Daniel Mark has been elected chairman of the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom read more
New Research by Villanova Biology Professor Shows Protective Value of Mangroves for Coastlines
Villanova University Biology Professor Samantha Chapman played a key role in a recently published NASA-funded research study about a new solution to coastal wetland protection. read more
Four Villanova Students Receive Scholarships for Summer Irish Study Abroad
Four students in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences have received scholarships for study abroad in Ireland this summer. Three will take part in the Abbey Theatre Summer Studio, a partnership between the world-renowned Abbey Theatre in Dublin and Villanova University’s Center for Irish Studies. read more
Dean of Graduate Studies Wins Award for Best Public Management Research Article
Christine K. Palus, PhD, dean of Graduate Studies in Villanova University’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, won the Beryl Radin award from the Public Management Research Association. read more
Main Line Suburban Life
“Villanova astronomy professor gears up for solar eclipse”
Edward Guinan, PhD (Astrophysics and Planetary Science)
New York Times
“A Vatican Shot Across the Bow for Hard-Line U.S. Catholics”
Massimo Faggioli, PhD (Theology and Religious Studies)
The Washington Post
Philadelphia Inquirer
“3 things you didn't know about Prohibition on its 100th anniversary”
Mark L. Schrad, PhD (Political Science)
Oxford University Press's Academic Insights for the Thinking World
“Conquering distance: America in the Pacific War”
Marc Gallicchio, PhD (History)
The Matt Townsend Show – SiriusXM
“Fixing a Toxic Work Culture”
Katina Sawyer, PhD (Phycological and Brian Sciences)
The Academic Minute
Hate Speech
Billie Murray, PhD (Communication)
Religious News Service
“Why we need to take the spiritual aspect of sports more seriously”
Edward Hastings, PhD (Theology and Religious Studies)
KUNC Radio
“Is 'Internet Addiction' Real?”
Patrick Markey, PhD (Psychological and Brain Sciences)
National Catholic Reporter
“Religious liberty should unite us, not divide us”
Gerald Beyer, PhD (Theology and Religious Studies)
Hakai Magazine
“Walking Trees Terrorize Marshes”
Samantha Chapman, PhD (Biology)
Philadelphia Inquirer
“Little Chief, other native children to finally go home”
Paul Rosier, PhD (History)
CNN
“The Twitter problem that could change history”
Jason Steinhauer (Lepage Center for History in the Public Interest)
The Washington Post
“Why artists become activists: It’s not only the election”
James Ijames (Theatre)
Philadelphia Inquirer
“Amend state school code to reflect realities of charter funding”
Theodore Arapis, PhD (Public Administration)
Foreign Policy Research Institute
“Of Fake News and Fake History”
Jason Steinhauer (Lepage Center for History in the Public Interest)
The Conversation
“Fixing a toxic culture like Uber’s requires more than just a new CEO”
Katina Sawyer, PhD and Christian Thoroughgood, PhD (Psychological and Brain Sciences)
New York Times
“Review: The Unspeakable Pain of an African-American Afterlife”
James Ijames (Theatre)
Wall Street Journal
"Endgame in the Pacific"
Marc Gallicchio, PhD (History)
Salon Talks
"Interview with Patrick Markey"
Patrick Markey, PhD (Psychological and Brain Sciences)
Philadelphia Inquirer
“Need a beach read? 16 great choices”
Alan Drew (English)
The Press-Enterprise
“Those who vote early may not be aware of this potential drawback”
John Johannes, PhD (Political Science)
Gizmodo
“Neptune's Rings Are Tragically Underrated”
Edward Guinan, PhD (Astrophysics and Planetary Science)
Cheddar TV
“Tornados are in Our Future”
Stephen Strader, PhD (Geography and the Environment)
Catholic Philly
“As Trump and the pope meet, peace offerings in person and via Twitter”
Massimo Faggioli, PhD (Theology and Religious Studies)
The Daily Dot
“13-year-old enters rehab for compulsive YouTube viewing”
Patrick Markey, PhD (Psychological and Brain Sciences)
The Christian Science Monitor
“New study asks why some American forests are moving West”
Adam Langley, PhD (Biology)
Wall Street Journal
“The Best New Mysteries”
Alan Drew (English)
CNN
“What's wrong with too many white men in one place?”
Gordon Coonfield, PhD (Communication)
The Catholic Spirit
“As Trump and Pope Francis meet, peace offerings in person and via Twitter”
Massimo Faggioli, PhD (Theology and Religious Studies)
PHYS.ORG
“Research finds tornado damage impact could triple by end of 21st century”
Stephen Strader, PhD (Geography and the Environment)
The Atlantic
“The Pontiff Versus the Mogul”
Massimo Faggioli, PhD (Theology and Religious Studies)
