Dear Friends:

At Villanova, “Veritas—Unitas—Caritas” (“Truth—Unity—Caring”) is more than just a slogan on our university seal. These words characterize the values by which our intellectual community lives and learns. This makes our business education unlike any other business education in the world.

Truth. Our commitment to the pursuit of truth is demonstrated in the academic rigor of our programs, the dedication of our talented faculty, and our highly selective student admissions process. Our graduates are the best and the brightest; they excel in technical knowledge, business acumen, and integrity of character. Top firms—in Philadelphia, on Wall Street, and throughout the world—seek to hire our graduates because of the exceptional blend of skills and personal qualities that Villanovans bring to organizations.

Unity. Our commitment to community and caring is evident throughout our history and today. Villanova was founded in 1842 by the Augustinian Order with a mission to serve marginalized young people. Villanova’s first students did not have the financial and educational opportunities that were available to students of other faiths and socioeconomic backgrounds. Villanovans to this day are committed to building an inclusive, diverse community that values and respects the talents, intelligence, and potential of each and every one of its members.

Caring. Our commitment to caring is demonstrated in all that we do. Villanova business students are consistently encouraged to view themselves and their work within the context of making positive contributions to the world. The cornerstones of ethics and socially responsible leadership are infused throughout the curriculum, and students are highly engaged in volunteer work and service learning programs.

I invite you to further explore this site, to visit the state-of-the art facilities on our campus, and to contact us at any time to learn more about the unique Villanova experience.

Sincerely,

James M. Danko
The Helen and William O'Toole Dean, Villanova School of Business