Our Stories | Villanova College of Professional Studies
Called to Care
Shelby Meyers '23 CPS followed a passion for healthcare advocacy, earning her degree and finding a new career path.
Learning to Lead
Madison DeWispelaere '22 CPS looked for the next challenge in her career. Her school work took her to new heights — and around the world.
Inspiring Success
Alice Ford '23 CPS finds a way to be a Dean's list student and a pillar in her community, while working the night shift.
Persistence is Instrumental
Robert Brickhouse '22 CPS took a long journey to his Villanova degree, which will fuel his passion as a music director.
Continuing to Serve
Michael DiMaio '23 CPS uses the lessons he's learned in the military and at Villanova to help fellow veterans in need.
Ryan Oakley '21 CPS has shown an entrepreneurial spirit that is driving his tech start-up and charitable foundation.
Maalik Wayns' Villanova career led him to the NBA. Now, as he coaches the next generation of basketball stars, he's pursing his degree.
The Value of Education
Ronell Smith '21 CPS showed years of hard work, sacrifice, and care in earning her degree, with the goal of passing that knowledge on to others.
Leah Samane '21 CPS knocked out cancer while finishing her degree and earning the CPS Grit Award for the Class of 2021.
When Chad Allen was preparing for his transition from the Marine Corps, he saw a recurring theme among job listings: degree needed. He found a home in CPS.
Last month, Joyce Harden graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Leadership with Asian Studies and Japanese minors and a 3.4 GPA. She embodies the spirit of CPS in all that she does.
For Philadelphia native Corey Stephens, a desire to motivate and inspire people was the driving force behind his decision to enroll at CPS.
Through a “miraculous set of circumstances,” John Weinberger enrolled in the College of Professional Studies to pursue his next career move.
Daniel Duffy '22 CPS came to Villanova determined to make the most of his education and found a new side of himself.
Brittni Jones came to CPS looking to juggle school and life as a mother. She did so, earning a degree and the Medallion of Academic Excellence.
William Keller describes his experience returning to school at the Villanova College of Professional Studies after serving in the military.
Erica Howard '21 CPS describes her goals for advancing her career, after taking time off to raise her family, and how CPS helped her pave the path toward success.