Stop by the Parents Weekend Information Center in the Presidents' Lounge for information on Philadelphia and Main Line area restaurants, attractions, and entertainment.

President's Welcome Address

Parents are invited to join University President Reverend Peter M. Donohue, O.S.A. for his remarks on the current state of Villanova University. A continental breakfast will be available free of charge!

9th Annual Ethics Symposium

Undergraduates whose papers have passed a faculty review process will have the opportunity to share their ideas with their peers and their families. There will be awards given to the top two papers in the group. All are welcome to attend!  Refreshments will be provided. The symposium is sponsored by the Ethics Program of the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences.

What's Your Major?
Helping Your Daughter/Son Navigate Career Choices

Learn about the many resources on campus that can help your child with this decision and how you can lend a supportive and constructive ear when they are making their decisions. 

Staff members from Student Life will be on hand to discuss the process of moving off campus and to answer any questions you may have.

Jump Start Your Child's Career
Summer Business Institute Information Session

What Liberal Arts & Science, Engineering or Nursing parents wouldn’t want their son’s or daughter’s resume to rise to the top of the heap? No matter what your child’s goal is, learn how a summer program will give them the basic core business fundamentals needed in today’s competitive entry level job market.

The Obama Candidacy and its Impact on Black Politics
Presented by Professor Frank Pryor

Many have argued that the candidacy of Barack Obama represents the final nail in the coffin of "Black Politics." Join Professor Frank Allen Pryor of the Political Science department for a discussion of whether or not his seeking the highest office in the land as well as overwhelming white electoral support portend the end of racism and the multi-faceted black predicament.

Arts & Sciences Professional Development Program

Beginning in Orientation, faculty advisors engage students in discussions about the value of a Liberal Arts and Sciences education and the many professional opportunities possible as a Villanova graduate. Alumni meet with students to discuss how Villanova shaped them both professionally and personally. Advisors support students as they make decisions about academic majors as well as extracurricular activities such as internships and study abroad.

Institute for Global Interdisciplinary Studies Presentation

More details TBA.

College of Engineering First-Year Information Session

Join Professor Howard Fulmer of the Mechanical Engineering Department as he provides an overview of the first-year engineering courses, complete with demonstrations of the software used within these academic experiences.

One Book Villanova Discussion
The Glass Castle

Join us for a discussion of The Glass Castle by Jeanette Walls, the 2008-2009 One Book Villanova selection. The One Book Villanova Program is designed to have a campus-wide program to engage all members of the university community – including parents, students, faculty, alumni - in reading and discussion of an important contemporary book. The goal of the “One Book Villanova” is to take a single provocative work as a starting point for conversation and interchange around a range of pressing issues.

Fighting for the Latino Vote
Faith, Politics, and the 2008 Election

With the 2008 U.S. presidential campaign in full swing, many pundits and commentators are striving to understand the political behavior of Latinos—the largest minority in the United States and a key voting block that presidential candidates in this election and beyond will have to learn how to secure.  Building upon her recently published book, The Politics of Latino Faith, Professor Catherine Wilson of the Political Science department will offer insight into how pivotal religious identity is in understanding and predicting Latino political involvement in the United States. 

Global Education
Study Abroad Information Session

Learn from Villanova students about their experiences in semester abroad programs and find out how your son or daughter child can take advantage of these exciting opportunities.

Getting Connected: How Internships Connect Today's Students to the Future

If attending a prestigious graduate school or securing a challenging job are your child's objectives after graduation from the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, then join Rina Ebert, Director of the Internship Program, to learn about the tremendous opportunities available to students. This session will be interesting to liberal arts & science parents of all classes.

Augustinian Spirituality

The influence of the fifth century North African Bishop, Augustine of Hippo, continues to be made present in Villanova's twenty-first century community.  Please join Joseph Farrell, O.S.A, S.T.D.,. as he discusses how the Friars of the Order of St. Augustine (the Augustinians) collaborate with all participants of the Villanova community in creating and insuring how our Catholic and Augustinian center of learning is energized by our Augustinian Spirituality.

Villanova Football vs. Lehigh University
(Schedule Information)

Students will be admitted free by presenting their Wildcard ID at the gates. Parents and all other visitors are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance online at the Athletic Department Website. Advanced tickets can be mailed or picked up at Will Call on game day.