Dear Neighbors and Friends,
We hope you are enjoying the holiday season! With final exams coming to a close this week, Villanova welcomes winter break. The University will be closed from Friday, December 22nd through Monday, January 1st. For Friends of Villanova Members, read on for holiday hours for our fitness facilities and Wildcard Office during the break.
We look forward to seeing you on campus next year and wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
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Villanova Presidential Scholar Gina Ngo ’24 Named University’s Third Marshall Scholar
From the Media Room: Villanova University Presidential Scholar Gina Ngo ’24 CLAS, a senior from Havertown, Pa., has been named a 2024 recipient of the Marshall Scholarship, making her the third Villanovan to receive the prestigious award and the first since 2015. The fellowship will support Ngo’s intent to pursue postgraduate studies in Medical Sciences (Oncology) at the University of Cambridge and Clinical Neurosciences at the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom. After completing the two one-year programs, Ngo anticipates furthering her education to receive an MD/PhD and practicing as a physician-scientist.
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Villanova University Announces Plan for New Building to House Falvey Library
From the Media Room: Villanova University President the Rev. Peter M. Donohue, OSA, PhD, today announced plans for a new 150,000-square-foot building for Falvey Library at the current site of Kennedy Hall. This major construction project illustrates Villanova’s ongoing commitment to advancing scholarship at the University and enhancing the learning experience for all. The new building will be named Vic Maggitti Hall in recognition of a previously announced $20 million leadership gift from Victor J. Maggitti, Jr. ’56 VSB.
“A centerpiece of Villanova’s campus, the new Falvey Library at Vic Maggitti Hall represents a profound investment in Villanova’s future,” said University President the Rev. Peter M. Donohue, OSA, PhD. “Located in the heart of campus, Maggitti Hall will have an immediate impact on our academic community, serve the University’s long-range goals, and be a source of pride for all Villanovans.”
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Community Conversations - Dean of Students Office
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On the most recent episode of Community Conversations, Hally Ammons, Assistant Director for Government & Community Relations, sits down with Sydney Scheiner, Assistant Dean of Students for Conduct Resolution and Community Engagement, and John Delaney, Conduct Resolution Specialist, to talk about the work of the Dean of Students Office and how Villanova engages with its off-campus student community.
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Join Friends of Nova for exclusive access to the men's and women's basketball teams on Thursday, December 28th from 12-3PM in Finneran Pavilion for the Winter Hoopfest! Guests will hear from coaches, participate in autograph sessions, and watch the Wildcats during their open practice.
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Cultural Film and Lecture Series
Villanova's Cultural Film and Lecture Series returns on Sunday, February 4th in the Connelly Center Cinema, with the documentary, I Am Not Your Negro, based on the writings of James Baldwin.
The Cultural Film and Lecture Series offers free screenings to all Villanova community members on Sundays at 3:30 and 7:00 pm, and on Mondays at 7:00 pm. On Monday nights, a speaker will introduce the film and speak after the screening.
Screenings are intended for viewers 18+. Visitors are encouraged to park in the I-1 Garage, located on N. Ithan Avenue.
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Friends of Villanova - Holiday Update
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The Friends of Villanova program is offered by Villanova University to our neighbors in Radnor Township and select neighborhoods in Lower Merion Township that are contiguous to our main campus.
Residents of Radnor and select areas of Lower Merion may, for an annual fee of $60, access University facilities such as the Fitness Center at the Davis Center and the Pavilion Pool, on a limited recreational basis.
Please visit villanova.edu/fovmembership to complete an application for membership. Please allow 3-5 business days for staff to complete the review and verification process. Once the process is complete, you will be notified of your status via email.
Winter Break Closures
The University will be closed for Winter Break beginning Friday, December 22nd through Monday, January 1st. During this time, the Davis Center Fitness Center, Pavilion Pool, and Wildcard Office will be closed. Applications and renewals submitted during Winter Break may have a delayed processing time.
Holiday Hours for the Davis Center, beginning Tuesday, 12/19:
Tuesday, 12/19: 7 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday, 12/20: 7 AM - 2 PM
Thursday, 12/21: 7 AM -2 PM
Friday, 12/22 - Monday, 1/1/24: CLOSED
Tues, 1/2 and Thurs, 1/4: 10 AM - 5 PM
Wed, 1/3 - Fri, 1/5: 7 AM - 2 PM
Sat, 1/6 and Sun, 1/7: CLOSED
Mon, 1/8, Wed, 1/10 and Fri, 1/12: 7 AM - 2 PM
Tues, 1/9 and Thurs, 1/11: 10 AM - 5 PM
Sat, 1/13 - Monday, 1/15: CLOSED
Tuesday, 1/16: Normal Hours Resume
Holiday Closure for the Pavilion Pool:
12/11 - 1/15: CLOSED
Normal rec swim hours resume on Tuesday, January 16th.
New Applications and Renewals - Holiday Hours for the Wildcard Office
The Wildcard Office will operate on a Holiday schedule beginning Monday, 12/18. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, 1/2. Holiday hours for the Wildcard Office are below:
Monday, 12/18: 7:30 AM -5 PM
Tuesday, 12/19: 8 AM -12 PM
Wednesday, 12/20: 8 AM-12 PM
Thursday, 12/21: 8 AM-12 PM
Friday, 12/22 - Monday, 1/1: CLOSED
All approved members must complete the membership process at the Wildcard Office in person. Wildcards may only be issued to the verified member to whom it is assigned.
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| The Performing Arts at Villanova
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Villanova University is home to a thriving arts community. The John and Joan Mullen Center for the Performing Arts offers a diverse season of performances throughout the fall.
The Mullen Center's spring perfomance schedule begins in January of 2024. Please visit the Mullen Center's website for a current events calendar and tickets.
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| The Art Gallery at Villanova
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Currently on View
Wisdom of Sufism is a dynamic exploration of contemporary artistic responses to the profound spiritual tradition of Sufism. This group exhibition showcases diverse expressions inspired by the teachings of Rumi, a 13th-century poet and theologian, delving into themes of self-discovery and transcendence.
Through the mediums of photography, painting, calligraphy, musical instruments, and interpretive dance, these artists offer a unique lens into the depths of the human spirit. By melding ancient wisdom with modern forms, they invite viewers to contemplate the universal truths that resonate across time and culture. Join us in this immersive journey that celebrates the enduring wisdom of Sufism, uniting past and present in a tapestry of artistic expression.
Wisdom of Sufism will be on view at the Gallery from October 26, 2023 to January 11, 2024.
About the Gallery
Over the years, guest artists exhibiting at the gallery have come from as far away as Kuwait and as close to home as Philadelphia. The gallery has hosted exhibits of traditional watercolors from China, carved masks and totems from the Yoruba culture of West Africa, Batiks from Belorussia, and handcrafted ceramics and glassware from Italy. We have served as an inaugural venue for young artists and provided an exhibition space for talented older citizens whose discovery of the artist within came much later in life.
All exhibits are open to the public and are free of charge.
The Gallery is located in the heart of Villanova's main campus on the second floor of the Connelly Center.
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Campus Events
This printable schedule is a comprehensive list of noteworthy campus events.
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Additional Information
Please note that, effective August 1, 2023, the use of recreational e-scooters and related motorized personal transportation devices on campus, including self-balancing one- or two-wheeled boards and motorized skateboards, is prohibited on campus. Electric mobility aids are exempted from this policy.
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