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July 29, 2026
Office of Student Involvement
Looking to meet people, participate in fulfilling activities, and have fun? The Office of Student Involvement offers more than 300 opportunities to enhance your college experience outside the classroom. From recreation and service opportunities to cultural and leadership programs, you’ll learn skills, build relationships and enrich your campus experience. Visit their website to discover and explore the opportunities that await you at Villanova!
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Service Opportunities at Villanova
St. Thomas of Villanova, the patron saint of the University, dedicated his life to working with the impoverished and most vulnerable people in his city. Following his example, service and justice are central to the mission of Villanova.
Weekly Service*
There are many types of weekly service opportunities to pursue depending upon your interest, availability and time commitment. Rays of Sunshine and Community Outreach of Villanova (COV) programs provide volunteers the opportunity to tutor, mentor and support children in Philadelphia schools and community centers weekly. COV also provides an array of other opportunities to serve the Philadelphia community.
*Please note: If you are interested in volunteering in programs or activities involving minors, you will need to complete the mandatory background checks outlined in Villanova’s Criminal Background Check process. For more information, visit the Admitted Students Information on Volunteering with Minors website.
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Annual Days of Service
💠St. Thomas of Villanova Day of Service: Saturday, Sept. 19
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Each year, the Day of Service brings together nearly 5,000 students, faculty, staff and alumni in partnership with neighborhood agencies to perform service throughout greater Philadelphia and beyond. Most incoming students participate in this campus-wide event with their Orientation group as one of their first service experiences as part of our community.
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💠 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service: Monday, Jan. 18, 2027
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Celebrating its 20th year, our Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service commemorates the legacy of Dr. King by providing opportunities for students to improve lives, bridge social barriers and move our nation closer to the "Beloved Community" that Dr. King envisioned. This event is planned during the fall, so students should look for more information on how to get involved when they arrive on campus!
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Student Service Organizations
Engaging in community service provides students with the opportunity to become active members of the community while impacting society at large. Volunteering creates special bonds with the population being served and increases social awareness and responsibility. Mark your calendar for our Student Involvement Fair on Thursday, Aug. 27 on Mendel Field—there, you'll be able to learn even more about our many service-based student organizations!
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Service and Justice Experiences (SJEs)
Every semester, Service and Justice Experiences invite students to serve alongside community partners committed to working for justice in the world. Over fall, winter and spring breaks, students travel in groups to domestic and international locations, where they engage in acts of service and develop a critical awareness of contemporary social issues. Come work on a sustainable farm, help build affordable housing with Habitat for Humanity or learn about migration justice. Visit our website to learn more about this year’s opportunities. Applications for Fall Break SJEs will be open from Monday, Aug. 3 to Thursday, Sept. 3 at noon!
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Log in to MyNova frequently to stay up-to-date on your New Student Checklist!
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July 31 (this Friday!): Complete your CliftonStrengths assessment
- August 19: Complete your Academic Integrity training
- August 19: Complete your Online Courses
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We invite you to attend a Wildcat Welcome in your area! Visit our website for dates and locations.
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Villanova University and New Student Orientation are looking forward to welcoming you to campus. If you have additional questions regarding Orientation, please contact us at orientation@villanova.edu, and follow us on Instagram at @NovaOrientation.
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