A. Campus Ministry

Beth Hassel, P.B.V.M., D. Min., Executive Director, St. Rita’s Hall,
610-519-4080
campusministry@villanova.edu
http://www.campusministry.villanova.edu
Campus Ministry nourishes the development of religious faith and practice in the Roman Catholic and Augustinian tradition. Campus Ministry seeks to empower the members of the university community to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ while respecting all religious traditions.

Reflecting traditions of Roman Catholic and Augustinian spirituality, Campus Ministry engages in University life through prayer, liturgy, community service, and pastoral care. Campus ministry encourages the integration of personal faith into the academic environment, promoting the Augustinian ideal of an intellectual community seeking both wisdom and a fuller spiritual life.

Campus Ministry fosters the development of leadership in service to the poor and education for justice. Campus Ministry programs reflect the charisms of Augustine and Thomas of Villanova who lived lives based on the search for truth, wisdom, charity, and justice.

B. Career Services Office

Nancy Dudak, Director, Corr Hall
610-519-4060
careerservices@villanova.edu
http://www.villanova.edu/studentlife/careers
 

You know employers value Liberal Arts & Sciences majors, but the challenge is in figuring out how to identify and promote the skills and talents developed in your course of study. In addition to seeking out advice from professors, faculty advisors, deans, and counseling advisors, career counselors are available at the Office of Career Services. Interest inventories are administered for assistance in choosing a major or exploring career options. Other services and programs are offered to help individuals plan a career and develop the skills essential to pursue the plan successfully. Individual counseling is supplemented by workshops such as resumé writing and interviewing skills. The Planning Your Future portion of the website contains a Four Year Plan and What Can I Do With Major?

Counselors understand that the career interests of Arts and Sciences majors are varied and numerous. They work with students to create an individual who maximizes the employment services: a campus interview program with over 350 employers, an online resume database, and job listings. These services are coordinated online at http://www.careers.villanova.edu. Registration materials for graduate school admission tests are available and students may establish Credential Files to house letters of reference and materials for application to graduate programs.

C. Computer Support Center (CSC) – Technology Support Services

Vasey Hall, Room 101
610-519-7777
support@villanova.edu
http://www.unit.villanova.edu/support
Technology Support Services provides walk-in, phone, and on-line computer support to the students, faculty, and staff of Villanova University. Outages, maintenance and problems are communicated to the campus by Technology Support Services. Laptop support includes the installation, configuration, and problem resolution for network connectivity and supported-licensed Windows Applications including the Microsoft Office Suite, and Internet Browsers. The Computer Support Center staff diagnoses hardware issues, recommends solutions and performs warranty and non-warranty repairs to university issued laptops. In addition, Technology Support Services administers the Laptop Program for Villanova University.

D. Counseling Center

Dr. Joan G. Whitney, Director, 206 Health Services Building
Dr. Norman Pitt, Associate Director. Dr. Leslie Parkes, Assistant Director
610-519-4050, Monday-Friday 9-5
http://www.villanova.edu/studentlife/counselingcenter/

The Counseling Center helps students deal with personal concerns, relationships and emotional challenges. Licensed, doctoral psychologists provide personal counseling within a comfortable, compassionate, professional setting. We provide support to students experiencing the normal, developmental emotional and social issues common during the college years. Students commonly seek counseling on topics including: stress, adjustment, anxiety, depression, trauma, romantic breakup, family concerns, loneliness, substance abuse, and eating disorders. Available services include: individual counseling, consultation, referral, groups, and educational programs. The Center also provides assistance with study skills and time management. All contacts are confidential and private and are not recorded on the student’s university records. Our web site includes "virtual brochures" on topics of interest to the university community, and can be accessed at http://www.villanova.edu/studentlife/counselingcenter/

E. Dean of Students

Mr. Paul Pugh, Dean
213 Dougherty Hall,
610-519-4200
http://www.villanova.edu/studentlife/dean/

The Dean of Students Office is a resource for student concerns, supports students in all aspects of their lives, and assists students in their development as individuals and as members of the community. The Dean of Students Office is comprised of the Dean of Students, the Assistant Dean of Students for Judicial Affairs, the Assistant Dean of Students for Alcohol and Drug Intervention, and an Administrative Assistant

The Dean of Students Office promulgates standards and expectations for the student community (see Student Handbook), monitors student behavior, administers the Code of Student Conduct and oversees the University’s judicial process. The Dean of Students Office also oversees the International Student Human Services Office and the office that works with students with physical Disabilities.

The Dean of Students Office serves as liaison with various University constituents including parents, public safety, residence life, and local township officials and civic associations. In its role as liaison with the local community, The Dean of Students Office publishes Crossroads – A Student Guide to Living Off Campus to assist students with this important transition.

The Dean of Students Office is also responsible for coordinating House Call – Connecting the Campus One Student at a Time and coordinating the selection of senior students for Who’s Who in American Universities and Colleges.

F. Falvey Memorial Library

Mr. Joseph Lucia, University Librarian and Director
610-519-4290
http://www.library.villanova.edu/

Falvey Memorial Library is the gateway to print and electronic information resources and services available to students, faculty and staff in their academic endeavors. Its more than 750,000 volumes, 6,000 current serial subscriptions, approximately 250 electronic indexes, several thousand full-text electronic journals, and extensive microfilm and audiovisual collections support the informational and research needs of the Villanova community. The Falvey Library homepage on the World Wide Web provides access to many of the services as well as describing policies and procedures of the library.

The library’s Website serves as a gateway to a full range of learning and research support resources and is accessible at: http://www.library.villanova.edu.

A friendly, knowledgeable staff provides reference, interlibrary loan, instructional media, circulation, reserve materials, cataloging and acquisition services. Reference librarians answer specific questions, suggest appropriate sources, assist in the formulation of search strategies, and offer instruction in the use of electronic resources. Interlibrary Loan makes available the resources of libraries throughout the country. Media technology & Creative Design Services offers viewing and listening stations for films, CD’s, tapes, as well as transparency, lettering and production services.

Library hours during semesters: (Hours vary when classes are not in session)
Monday- 8:00 to 2:00 a.m.
Tuesday-Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Friday 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Library hours are extended hours during final exams.
 

G. International Student Office

Connelly Center , 2nd floor
Mr. Stephen McWilliams, Senior Advisor………………….. 610-519-4095
Mr. Hubert Whantong, Advisor……………………………..610-519-8017
Ms. Debbie K. Hoover, Advisor……………………………….610-519-7827
internationalstudentoffice@villanova.edu
http://www.students.villanova.edu/iss/

The International Student Advisor’s Office is a service provided by the University to aid foreign students in becoming oriented to the University and the community. All international students must register with the Registrar’s Office each semester. The International Student Office assists with matters relating to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and other U.S. government agencies.

There are a variety of social and cultural programs sponsored through this office in conjunction with the International Student Association. In addition, the office offers a comprehensive orientation program at the beginning of the fall Semester and a full English as a Second Language (E.S.L.) program for non-native speakers.

H. Learning Support Services

Nancy Mott, KENNEDY, 2ND Floor,
nancy.mott@villanova.edu
610-519-5636
http://www.learningsupportservices.villanova.edu

The Office of Learning Support Services, in conjunction with faculty, is committed to providing “reasonable academic accommodations” for students with learning disabilities, other neurologically based disorders, and those disabled by chronic illnesses. Students may request support services in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the ADA.

It is the responsibility of the student to identify themselves to the Director of Learning Support Services and submit for review current documentation of their disability. Additional information is available at
http://www.learningsupportservices.villanova.edu 

Students with physical disabilities with questions or concerns about access and support services should contact the Office of Disability Services at 610-519-4095, or email stephen.mcwilliams@villanova.edu

I. Math Learning Resource Center

Melissa Simone, Director, Second Floor, Old Falvey,
melissa.simone@villanova.edu
610-519-MLRC
http://www3.villanova.edu/mlrc/

The Mathematics Learning and Resource Center (MLRC) is a center for student learning excellence. The MLRC is located on the second floor of Old Falvey, next to the Writing Center. At the MLRC, students gather to discuss mathematics, to work on group projects or to study independently. During its hours of operation (Monday - Thursday: 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. and 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. and Sunday: 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.), the MLRC is staffed by tutors who help students with all first and second year math courses.

The MLRC at Villanova is not merely a tutoring center. The computer lab has 15 computers, capable of running the mathematical software currently being used in math courses offered at the University. There is also a comprehensive collection of tutorial software in algebra, trigonometry, calculus, statistics and differential equations, which students may use for independent learning. Most of this software is multi-media and entertaining to use. In addition to this extensive collection of computer software, the lab is also networked and connected to the Internet. A modest video library and three TV/VCR stations round out the offerings of the MLRC.

It is the center’s goal to create a stimulating environment for Villanova students to enrich their mathematical understanding of the world. Call the MLRC at 9-5193 or email melissa.simone@villanova.edu.

J. Center for Multicultural Affairs Office

Dr. Terry Nance, Assistant Vice President, 102 Dougherty Hall,
610-519-4075
http://www.villanova.edu/studentlife/multiculturalaffairs/

The Center for Multicultural Affairs assists the University in providing an inclusive educational experience founded on Augustinian principles. The Center for Multicultural Affairs provides a welcoming atmosphere and services to support the University’s mission of respecting individual differences and adhering to the principle that mutual love and respect should animate every aspect of University life.
Through its multi-faceted programs (Academic Advancement Program, Affirmative Action Program, the National Hispanic Institute , Outreach/Development Programs, Mentoring Programs, & Bilingual Buddies), the Center undertakes the challenge of meeting many goals stated in Villanova’s Mission Statement, Strategic Plan and Diversity Blueprint. At the forefront is the vision of the Center: The Center for Multicultural Affairs envisions Villanova University as a culturally diverse, academically distinctive learning community where all members live empathically and lead effectively.

K. Music Activities

Mr. John Dunphy, Director, St. Mary’s Hall Ground Floor
610-519-7214
MUSICACTIVTIESOFFICE@VILLANOVA.EDU
www.villanovamusic.com

The Office of Music Activities promotes, maintains, and supervises the efforts of student performing groups on the Villanova campus. These groups include Orchestra, Percussion Ensemble, University Band (Concert, Marching, Pep, and Jazz), the Villanova Dance Team (sports), Twirlers, Silks, Dance Ensemble, Nova Jhoom (Classic Indian Dancers), Nova Dhadkan (Folk Indian Dancers),The Villanova Singers, Villanova Voices, Gospel Ensemble, Chamber Choir, Student Theater, Student Music Theater, and Music Activities Stage Crew. Each student organization is student run under the direction of a staff professional. In addition, the Office of Music Activities sponsors the Villanova Jazz Festival and the St. Mary’s Chapel Chamber Music Series.

L. Residence Life

Mr. Tom DeMarco, J.D., Director, Kennedy Hall
610-519-4155
residencelife@villanova.edu
http://www.villanova.edu/studentlife/reslife/

This office collaborates with a variety of offices to provide a clean, safe, attractive, and educationally purposeful living environment for resident students.

M. Student Health Service

Mary McGonigle, D.O., Director, Health Services Building
610-519-4070
http://www.villanova.edu/studentlife/healthcenter/

The Villanova University Student Health Center (519-4070) is staffed by registered nurses 24 hours a day. The Student Health Center is open with limited hours during semester breaks and over the summer. Physicians and nurse practitioners are available weekdays by appointment. Gynecologic services are provided by the nurse practitioners by appointment. Registered nurses provide 24 hour care to students who require inpatient treatment and observation, as well as to students who require walk-in care. Other medical services include diagnostic laboratory testing, administration of allergy injections, and immunizations. In the event that a student requires emergency care, transportation is provided to a local hospital. Although students are not billed for physician and nurse practitioner visits, they are financially responsible for some medication and all laboratory fees, as well as consultation with specialists.

N. University Information Technologies (UNIT)

Mr. Stephen Fugale, Chief Information Officer, Technology Services Building
610-519-4400 (X97777)
unit@villanova.edu
http://www.unit.villanova.edu/

UNIT provides computing, information and communication services to the entire campus community. A campus-wide network for data, voice, cable TV, and video communication is available for students, faculty, and staff. UNIT’s Center for Instructional Technologies (CIT) provides many resources and services to promote the use of technology in the teaching and learning environment. Included in these services are multimedia development, online teaching and learning resources, video and audio streaming studios, video teleconferencing studios and workshops and seminars that introduce faculty and students to the various technologies that Villanova provide.

In addition to many college or department-specific student computing labs, UNIT manages public computer and print labs located in Mendel and Tolentine with more than 200 workstations. The student labs are open 18 to 24 hours a day with consultants on duty to assist students. In addition to course specific software all personal computers support general purpose applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, graphics, data base management systems and web browsers. All students are assigned a user-id and password that gives them access to the University’s electronic mail system and their own web site. Non-credit seminars are available through UNIT dealing with computer related topics.

UNIT’s website provides information about innovative upgrades to computer services, and helpful hints to computer users as well as general information to keep the campus well informed. All residence halls and most classrooms have high speed network access and cable TV. Selected academic buildings, the library and student gathering spots have access to a secured wireless network. If students bring their own computer to the campus, they will be able to purchase a connectivity kit to connect the computer to the University network. Students also have the option to purchase a network ready PC directly via the UNIT website. Once connected, you will have access to all computing resources on campus and Internet access.

O. Vice President for Student Life

Rev. John P. Stack, O.S.A., 202 Dougherty Hall
vpforstudentlife@villanova.edu
610-519-4550
http://www.villanova.edu/studentlife/office/

The Vice President for Student Life oversees the Division of Student Life at Villanova University. The Division of Student Life offers numerous services for students through various offices, including The Office of Residence Life, Student Health Center, Dean of Students Office, Counseling Center, Office of Career Services, Learning Communities, Office of Student Development, Music Activities, New Student Orientation, Center for Health and Wellness Education, International Student Office and the Center for Multicultural Affairs. The Vice President also serves as an advocate for students on a variety of University committees.

P. Writing Center

Ms. Mary Beth Simmons, Director,
Dalton Room, 202 Old Falvey
610-519-4604
http://www.villanova.edu/artsci/vcle/writingcenter/

The Writing Center provides assistance to all Villanova students, staff and faculty for every kind of writing. Walk-in or appointment assistance is available Sunday 3:30-7:30 p.m.; Monday-Thursday 11:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; and Friday 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Tutors will work with students at any stage of the writing process from brainstorming ideas, to evaluating first drafts and proofreading for grammar and punctuation errors. Students should especially consider the use of the Center while completing the Core requirements for Writing Intensive and Enriched courses.