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Sociology and Criminology Professor’s New Book Studies the Multifaceted Identities of Rising Black Professionals
Rory Kramer, PhD, associate professor of Sociology and Criminology at Villanova University delves into the intraracial diversity among Black students at America’s prestigious colleges and universities in his co-authored book, "Young, Gifted and Diverse: Origins of the New Black Elite."
Theology and Religious Studies Professor’s New Book Explores Unexpected Worship of Jesus in Northern India
In Between Hindu and Christian: Khrist Bhaktas, Catholics, and the Negotiation of Devotion in Banaras (Oxford University Press, 2023), Kerry P. C. San Chirico, PhD, associate professor of Theology and Religious Studies at Villanova University, explores the unexpected rise of worshippers who blur the lines between Christianity and Hinduism.
South Philly Barbacoa Owner Cristina Martinez Named 2023 Praxis Award Recipient
Villanova University’s Ethics Program presents Cristina Martinez with the 2023 Praxis Award. Given annually since 2007, the Praxis award recognizes a professional or academic who exemplifies the highest ethical ideals of their profession or who has contributed to professional ethics scholarship.
Villanova University’s 32nd Annual Gender and Women’s Studies Conference Welcomes New York University’s Emma Heaney, PhD
Emma Heaney, PhD, associate director and clinical assistant professor in the XE Program in Experimental Humanities and Social Engagement at New York University, present the keynote address “Literature Against Cisness,” at Villanova's 2023 Gender and Women’s Studies Student Research Conference.
Mary O'Donoghue Named 2023 Charles A. Heimbold Jr. Chair of Irish Studies at Villanova University
Villanova University selected Mary O'Donoghue, an award-winning Irish poet, fiction writer, editor and translator as the 2023 Charles A. Heimbold Jr. Chair of Irish Studies in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences for the spring semester.
Passion for Public Service: Luz Escobar Zapata ’24 CLAS Awarded Obama Foundation’s Inaugural Voyager Scholarship
Luz Escobar Zapata ’24 CLAS grew up in a section of Louisiana known as “Cancer Alley”—an 85-mile stretch along the Mississippi River named for its extremely high pollution and some of the worst air quality in the US. As a student at Villanova, she has been inspired to act.
New Study Abroad Program Teaches Sustainability from Indigenous Peoples’ Perspective
As part of a new study abroad program, Villanova students spent the summer alongside the Maya people in Merida, Yucatan, Mexico to study sustainability from their perspective.
Villanova Student Awarded Prestigious Scholarship for Leadership and Service
In honor of Hispanic Heritage month in October, INROADS, a nonprofit organization that creates career pathways for ethnically underrepresented high school and college students nationwide, awarded 20 scholarships to Latino students across the nation—including Economics and English double major Steve Makino ’24 CLAS.
Villanova Professor’s New Book Explores the Expression of Women's Emotions and Politics in Cuban Literature
In her new book "Cuba: emociones y ficciones políticas" (translated in English as "Cuba: emotions and political fictions") Laura Sández, PhD, assistant professor in the Department of Spanish, explores a new approach to narratives produced by Cuban women during the 1990s.
"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.
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.
The Center for Irish Studies celebrates 40 years with a special podcast series featuring interviews with Emily Pine and Jill McCorkel.
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.
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.
1968: In Hindsight is produced by the Albert Lepage Center for History in the Public Interest. Through scholarship and conversation, this six-part miniseries dives into questions from fifty years ago that still matter today.
In Theory features interviews, lectures, and more from the Department of English.
Latin American Studies podcast talks to professors in Villanova University's program
Political Animals is a podcast produced by the Matthew J. Ryan Center covering politics and political philosophy.
