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STUDENT LIFE

THE SUITE

Students learn in a breakout room in the SUITE

The SUITE (Space for Underrepresented Identities Together for Empowerment) is a space that invites students from historically excluded and underserved identities, and their allies of all identities, to gather for collaboration and community building. Villanova’s Mission calls us to foster “a diverse community of scholars” where our commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion informs our actions every day. The SUITE is a space to support, affirm and celebrate the diversity of cultures and identities that enrich Villanova’s campus community.   

The SUITE, which opened Spring 2024, is home to the Office of Belonging and Inclusion (OBI), formerly the Office of Intercultural Affairs (OIA), which strives to create opportunities for inter- and intragroup engagement and understanding, while advocating for equity and inclusion for historically marginalized groups.  OBI leads programming, trainings, and initiatives that foster a community of respect, inclusion and belonging for all Villanovans. 

 

WHAT TAKES PLACE IN THE SUITE?

A photo of students at OBI's Senior Sendoff

  • Casual Student Meet-Ups & Studying 
  • Student Social Gatherings
  • Cultural and Identity-Based Organization Meetings 
  • Mentor/Mentee Meet-Ups  
  • Educational and Experiential Learning Opportunities
  • Office of Belonging & Inclusion Signature Events 
  • Campus Partner Events

 

LOOKING TO RESERVE SPACE IN THE SUITE?

The SUITE has a range of community spaces for supporting, affirming and celebrating the diversity of cultures and identities on Villanova’s campus. From conference rooms to a breakroom with a sink, stove and refrigerator, if your organization’s or office’s goal is hosting a program to support student groups at Villanova, consider using our space! To reserve a room in The SUITE for an event, please contact The SUITE’s Program Manager, Alexis Wilson. 

Before reserving a space in The SUITE, please review our community guidelines. 

  • This is a safe and welcoming space for students who come to The SUITE. Please respect the people who are sharing the space with you. Remember that no one is entitled to a specific area more than another person/group/organization.
  • Please keep the room doors open unless you have reserved a space for a specific amount of time. We want everyone to feel welcome to enjoy the space and create community.
  • Be conscious of your reservation times as someone could have the space after you.
  • Keep the space clean! Remember to pick/clean up after yourself or your organization. Be sure to gather all personal belongings before leaving the area you are in and resetting the room to its original position.
  • Usage of the breakroom, specifically the oven, is intended for group use only. Please do not use the stove if not authorized by an OBI staff member. You will be provided with guidelines for the breakroom when you reserve the space.
  • The refrigerator will be cleared out every Wednesday. Please label and date your items when left in the refrigerator. Unless an item is noted that it is for communal use, please refrain from using/taking items that are not yours.
  • The SUITE is an alcohol and drug free space. Usage of alcohol and drugs will not be tolerated in this community space.  

If there are any maintenance issues within the space or concerns, please notify our Program Manager, Alexis Wilson. 

All members are expected to familiarize themselves with and abide by the community guidelines. Violations may result in consequences, such as warnings or loss of access to community resources.