NEWS AND EVENTS
NEWS
Villanova Nursing’s Endowed Faculty Positions Drive Innovation and Excellence
The M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing (FCN) continues to distinguish itself as a premier destination for elite nursing scholars. Through strategic cultivation of recognized nursing leaders in its faculty and as holders of its endowed positions, Villanova Nursing attracts groundbreaking, innovative researchers who are deeply committed teachers.
PhD Student Research Reveals Impact of Secondary Traumatic Stress in Nursing
PhD students Maggie Runyon and Kristen Oakley are exploring Secondary Traumatic Stress (STS), the negative physical or psychological effects that can occur to nurses following exposure to a patient who has undergone a stressful traumatic event, and the impact it has on both nurses and pre-licensure nursing students.
From Patient Care to AI Pioneers: Nursing Students Explore Career Possibilities in Silicon Valley
Three Nursing students enriched their understanding of global innovation, technology and entrepreneurship during Villanova in the Valley, a weeklong immersion experience in Silicon Valley and San Francisco.
Villanova Nursing Welcomes Global Health Strategy and Technology Leader Molly McCarthy as Visiting Professor
The M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing has welcomed Molly K. McCarthy, MBA, BSN, RN-NI, former U.S. Chief Nursing Officer for Microsoft, as its Howley Family Visiting Professor in Healthcare for the 2025-26 academic year.
WXVU and WXV&U Health Receive National Recognition for Third Consecutive Year
WXVU 89.1: The Roar, Villanova University’s student-run radio station, and WXV&U Health, the first nurse-led health and well-being department in college radio, received top awards from the Intercollegiate Broadcasting System.
EVENTS
34th Annual Mass and Alumni Awards Ceremony
Thursday, May 1, 2025
The Fitzpatrick College of Nursing Medallion is the highest award bestowed by the College and is awarded each year at the Annual Mass and Alumni Awards Ceremony.