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Sister Mary Scullion, RSM, Named 2025 Praxis Award Recipient for her Lifelong Service to Serving the Homeless
The Villanova University Ethics Program in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences has named Sister Mary Scullion, RSM, co-founder of the Philadelphia nonprofit Project HOME, the recipient of the 2025 Praxis Award in Professional Ethics.
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Launches The Villanova One Sky Center for Astrophysics
Villanova University’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences launches its 12th Center of Excellence, The Villanova One Sky Center for Astrophysics. The Center is dedicated to advancing innovation and excellence in astrophysics by prioritizing inclusion of traditionally underrepresented groups.
Villanova’s English Department Celebrates 27th Annual Literary Festival with Award-Winning Authors and Poets
This year marks the Villanova University Literary Festival's 27th iteration, welcoming acclaimed poets and novelists to campus to present readings and meet with students. The featured writers include Rachel Heng, Stephen Sexton, Victoria Chang and Paul Lisicky, who will visit campus during the spring 2025 semester.
Stephen Sexton Named 2025 Charles A. Heimbold Jr. Chair of Irish Studies at Villanova University
Villanova University selected Stephen Sexton, an award-winning Northern Irish poet and lecturer, as the 2025 Charles A. Heimbold Jr. Chair of Irish Studies in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. The visiting writer-in-residence program offers Irish Studies students the opportunity to participate in a close classroom experience with one of Ireland’s finest authors.
Villanova Theology Professor Reimagines Future of Catholic Higher Education in New Book
As Catholic higher education institutions navigate an era of rapid change, Massimo Faggioli, PhD, professor of Theology and Religious Studies at Villanova University, offers a timely and insightful exploration of challenges and opportunities in his new book, "Theology and Catholic Higher Education: Beyond Our Identity Crisis" (Orbis Books, 2024).
"Research that Resonates"
A podcast from the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Research that Resonates is a podcast from Villanova University's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences that takes listeners inside labs and classrooms to learn about important research our students are conducting alongside faculty mentors.
Close Readings is a podcast by Kamran Javadizadeh, PhD, English. Dr. Javadizadeh talks to a different leading scholar of poetry about a single short poem that the guest has loved.
HR Tea takes trending topics and research in human resources, steeps them for 30 minutes or less and leaves you with fresh-brewed ideas on how to drive high-performing, inclusive organizations and create meaningful work experiences.
In Theory features interviews, lectures, and more from the Department of English.
Italian Innovators is produced by Luca Cottini, PhD, associate professor, Romance Languages and Lituratures, who tells the stories of great modern Italians in the fields of fashion, technology, business, music and design from the 19th century to the present.
Latin American Studies podcast talks to professors in Villanova University's program
The VU iMPAct dives into public administration topics and trends through interviews with Villanova MPA faculty, staff and other public service experts. Join us as they tell their interesting stories and hear what inspired their journey to serve..
“Boundless” is a publication that illustrates the extraordinary accomplishments of our students and faculty with examples of their collaborative research, innovative teaching and outstanding scholarship.