OUR STORIES
At Villanova's College of Professional Studies, we believe life experience is the kindling to the brightest futures. We believe the past is a launch pad. Our students are empowered to set ambitious goals and provided the education and skills to reach those goals. CPS is proud of our students and alumni, especially those making a difference in their communities. These are the stories of CPS students, driven to Pursue the Next You.
FROM RESILIENCE TO RENEWAL.
Pamela Marshall '24 CPS
Found her passion for environmental sustainability.
Tracey Barnes '24 CPS is a living testament to the power of human resilience and the transformative impact of education.
J. Martin Molinos '24 CPS knew from a young age that a college education was a part of his future. Purpose, passion and hard work were at the root of his success at Villanova.
Shelby Myers '23 CPS found her passion for helping others after tragedy.
Robert Brickhouse '22 CPS took a long journey to his Villanova degree, which will fuel his passion as a music director.
Michael DiMaio '23 CPS uses the lessons he's learned in the military and at Villanova to help fellow veterans in need.
Madison DeWispelaere '22 CPS looked for the next challenge in her career. Her school work took her to new heights — and around the world.
Defining "Pursue the Next You"
A group of CPS students reflect in their own words on their journey to a degree and set goals for the next stage of life.
Alice Ford '23 CPS finds a way to be a Dean's list student and a pillar in her community, while working the night shift.
Maalik Wayns' Villanova career led him to the NBA. Now, as he coaches the next generation of basketball stars, he's pursuing his degree.
When Chad Allen was embarking from the Marine Corps, he saw a recurring theme among job listings: degree needed. He found a home in CPS.
Ryan Oakley '21 CPS has shown an entrepreneurial spirit that is driving his tech start-up and charitable foundation.
CPS IN THE NEWS
Our stories go beyond the walls of CPS. Read more about the impact our students, faculty, staff, and alumni are making across the University and the world.