SIGNATURE LECTURES
Villanova annually hosts renowned scholars who are at the forefront of faith, Catholicism, social justice and topics related to Villanova's mission.
MOTHER MARY LANGE LECTURE
The Mother Mary Lange Lecture to honors a found of the Oblate Sisters of Providence, the first African-American religious congregation.
The Lecture highlights the University's ongoing commitment to anti-racism as well as uplifting and recognizing the works and achievements of Black Catholics.
CIVITAS DEI MEDAL
Every year, Villanova honors Catholics who have made exemplary contriubutions to the Catholic intellectual tradition.
Last year's recipient was M. Shawn Copeland, PhD.