President’s Report 2020-2021

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A Letter from the President

Dear Friends,

Villanova attracts and forges world changers.

No matter the year. No matter the circumstances. Villanovans ignite change. Even when things are tough—especially when things are tough.

In my President’s Report for 2020–2021, I have chosen to celebrate Villanova students who have taken action during this year when we were told to stay put. These students are creators, connectors and innovators. They have delivered what our community and our world needs—visionary ideas, unwavering commitment, points of connection, moments of levity and joy.

In a year like no other, these students made their mark, leading with vision and purpose.

Ultimately, these stories represent the stories of so many Villanovans who, during this uncertain year, have taken action and have gotten involved.

Again and again, Villanovans adapt, create and innovate. Villanovans ignite change.

Here’s to the change-makers.

Sincerely,

The Rev. Peter M. Donohue, OSA, PhD, ’75
President



The Change-Makers
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The Aviation Entrepreneur

Headshot of Anna Staiger

The Collaborator

Headshot of Mervin Woodlin Jr.

The Award-Winning Educator

Headshot of Alicia Piscatelli

The Sustainable Engineer

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The Wellness CEO

Headshot of Ethan Carpenter

The Sports Analyst

Headshot of Alex Tantum

The Influencer

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The Podcast Creator

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The Podcast Creator

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The Health Advocate

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The Student Leader

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The Nonprofit Visionary

Headshot of Laurenlee Dominguez

The Conversation Starter

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The Winning Candidate

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The Campus Connector

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The Sharer of the Faith

Headshot of Joey LaMorte

The Budding Researcher

Headshot of Michael Harding

The Community Champion

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The Fashion Designer

“We are an Augustinian community that moves forward, that is not complacent, that believes the best way to improve your own life is by improving the lives of others.”

— The Rev. Peter M. Donohue, OSA, PhD, ’75
President

 

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