CALENDAR OF EVENTS: 2021-22 ACADEMIC YEAR

Healthy Nova Week - September 20-27

Get acquainted with campus health and well-being resources, set goals for the semester, and try something new during this week dedicated to all things health and well-being!

Monday, September 20: 4 p.m.
Snack and Chat: Adjusting to Campus with POWER
Registration Link

Monday, September 20: 6 p.m.
Communitas Lecture: "Talk To Me, I Talk Back"
A healthy communication and conflict resolution workshop
Driscoll 132

Tuesday, September 21: 7 p.m.
Virtual Communitas Lecture: "Talk To Me, I Talk Back"
A healthy communication and conflict resolution workshop
Zoom Link

Wednesday, September 22: 4 p.m.
Where is the Love? Wednesdays with Pals for Life
Enjoy time with therapy pets from the Pals for Life organization.
Dougherty Hall, West Lounge

Thursday, September 23: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Breakfast on the Go
Connelly Center

Thursday, September 23: 6 p.m.
Painting with POWER and the University Counseling Center
Dougherty Hall, West Lounge
Registration Link

Friday, September 24: 11:30 a.m.
Lunch & Listen: Trusting through Transitions with Campus Ministry
Lunch will be provided.
Registration Link

Sunday, September 26: 2 p.m.
Inclusion Week Kick-Off Event: Mindfulness Yoga
Registration Link

Wednesday, September 29: 6:30 p.m.
New Year, New You: Thriving, Not Just Surviving
Register on Handshake

Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Learn to recognize the signs of domestic and intimate partner violence and unite with advocates in their efforts to end the abuse.

Tuesday, October 5: 6 p.m.
QPR (Question. Persuade. Refer) Suicide Prevention Training
Registration Link

Wednesday, October 6: 4-5 p.m.
Where is the Love? Wednesday with Pals for Life
Enjoy time with therapy pets from the Pals for Life organization.
Dougherty Hall, West Lounge

Monday, October 18: 4 p.m.
Science of Addiction
This workshop features Dr. Benjamin Sachs, Assistant Professor in Psychological & Brain Sciences, and his study of biology, pharmaceuticals, and addiction.
Driscoll 132

Wednesday, October 20: 4-5 p.m.
Where is the Love? Wednesday with Pals for Life
Enjoy time with therapy pets from the Pals for Life organization.
Dougherty Hall, West Lounge

Monday, October 25: 7 p.m.
One Love Escalation Workshop
Driscoll 132

November 18: The Great American Smokeout

This day is an opportunity for smokers to commit to healthy, smoke-free lives—not just for a day, but year-round. Sign the Villanova University Tobacco-Free Campus Petition.

Wednesday, November 3: 4-5 p.m.
Where is the Love? Wednesday with Pals for Life
Enjoy time with therapy pets from the Pals for Life organization.
Co-sponsor: College of Professional Studies
Vasey 102

Wednesday, November 3: 8 p.m.
QPR (Question. Persuade. Refer) Suicide Prevention Training
Registration Link

Thursday, November 4: 6 p.m.
Boxing and Vegan-ish Fuel, Workout and Cooking Class
Registration Link

Wednesday, November 10: 4-5 p.m.
Where is the Love? Wednesday with Pals for Life
Enjoy time with therapy pets from the Pals for Life organization.
Dougherty Hall, West Lounge

Wednesday, November 17: 4-5 p.m.
Where is the Love? Wednesday with Pals for Life
Enjoy time with therapy pets from the Pals for Life organization.
Dougherty Hall, West Lounge

Wednesday, December 1: 4-5 p.m.
Where is the Love? Wednesday with Pals for Life
Enjoy time with therapy pets from the Pals for Life organization.
Dougherty Hall, West Lounge

Friday, December 10: 4 p.m.
Stress-less Healthy Happy Hour with POWER
Enjoy a relaxing break from your studies with games, arts and crafts, and pet therapy with our Pals for Life.
Falvey 205

Healthy Relationship Month

Learn more about what a healthy relationship looks and feels like, talk with campus sex-perts, and identify ways to support others in unhealthy or abusive relationships.

UPCOMING EVENTS

POWER’s Annual Aphrodisiac Dinner
A healthy relationship workshop and Valentine’s Day-themed dinner.

Love the Skin You’re In: The Faces and Fashions of Villanova
Every body is different, and everybody is beautiful! This unconventional fashion show features Villanova students and how they use fashion to express themselves and celebrate their individuality.

NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH

Understand the nutritional needs of your body and create healthful eating patterns with the foods you love.

SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS MONTH

Connect and discuss with other Villanova students about how to prevent sexual violence and support those who have been affected by it.