2023 NEWS
Villanova Theology Professor Explores Bob Dylan's Musical Legacy Through Kierkegaardian Philosophy in New Book
In "Bob Dylan and the Spheres of Existence," Christopher B. Barnett, DPhil, professor of Theology and Religious Studies, examines the influence of Dylan’s work through the lens of Danish Philosopher and Theologian Søren Kierkegaard.
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.
25th Annual Villanova University Literary Festival Features Award-Winning Novelists, Poets
For a quarter of a century the Villanova University Literary Festival has brought prize-winning poets, novelists and playwrights to campus. This year, the college will welcome accomplished authors from Ireland, Nepal, and the United States.