2026 News
New Certificate Prepares HR Professionals to Lead the Future of AI in the Workplace
As artificial intelligence continues to reshape nearly every industry, Villanova University’s graduate program in Human Resource Development is launching a certificate designed to help HR professionals guide its implementation responsibly and strategically.
New Graduate Certificate Prepares Coaches for On- and Off- Field Leadership
The 15-credit Certificate in Athletic Coaching in the Department of Education and Counseling serves the learning goals of current and aspiring middle school, high school and collegiate coaches.
A Villanova Experience Shaped by Leadership and Connection
Cecily Ritchie ’25 MA embraced every opportunity to lead, learn and connect with others. Through hands-on experiences, mentorship and meaningful involvement across campus, she built the skills and confidence that launched her into a career helping college students find their own sense of belonging.
Prepared to Teach, Inspired to Lead: Olivia Stowell ’21 MA is Fueled by Her Villanova Graduate Experience
For Stowell, Villanova’s graduate English program offered more than academic preparation—it provided the mentorship, teaching experience and intellectual community that continue to shape her work as a PhD candidate and educator today.
Research, Reflection and Results: Joseph Lasky ’18 MA’s Villanova Foundation
A graduate of the master's program in Political Science, Lasky's experience at Villanova shaped his approach to research and writing, setting the stage for meaningful contributions to academia.
A Seat at the Table: Villanova Student, Alumni Present Research on Impostor Syndrome
Luvonda Fuller ’25 MS, Patrice Manasse ’25 MS and Carina Azuine ’26 MS attended the 2026 American Counseling Association (ACA) Conference and Expo to lead a discussion on how impostor syndrome manifests in people of color.
Villanova Public Administration Students Participate in National Wildfire Simulation
Sultan Aydin ’26 MPA and Keira Robinson ’27 CLAS put their public service skills to the test to help protect a fictional community while preparing for real-world impact.
Philosophy PhD Program Celebrates 30 Years
A weekend-long celebration brought together alumni, faculty and current students to reflect on three decades of Villanova University’s doctoral program in Philosophy.
Stress from the Inside Out: Derick DeCamp ’26 MS Earns Top Thesis Honor in Psychology
By exploring how neuroticism can shape the body’s response to stress, DeCamp sheds new light on the connection between physical and mental health.
A Full Circle Moment: Terry Guerin ’81 MA Returns to Villanova Theatre as Director
Guerin is returning to Villanova to direct “Urinetown,” a dystopian satire, reconnecting with the program that helped shape her career.
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