As Villanova University prepares to celebrate the Class of 2026, the atmosphere on campus is full of excitement and well-deserved pride. Commencement — taking place May 19th and 20th — is a meaningful time for our community, and a reminder that the rhythm of campus life is shifting into summer. As the academic year draws to a close, read on for important updates on summer operating hours and closures for the Davis Center, Pavilion Pool, and WildCard Office.

Please reach out to neighbors@villanova.edu with questions. 

Villanova University will celebrate the Class of 2026 at Commencement on Tuesday, May 19th, and Wednesday, May 20th. Activities will take place throughout both days on campus. Please be advised that pedestrian and vehicle traffic may be heavy in the area. 

Please note that Commencement ceremonies are private events for graduating students and their guests.

For the full schedule and details, visit villanova.edu/commencement.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 

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. 

If you are interested in joining the Friends of Villanova program, please apply online.  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. 

Questions? Please contact neighbors@villanova.edu. 

Davis Center Fitness Center Summer Schedule

The Davis Center Fitness Center will operate on summer hours beginning May 13. 

Summer Hours

Monday – Thursday: 7AM – 7PM

Friday – Sunday: Closed

Closures

University Commencement: Tuesday, May 19 & Wednesday, May 20

Memorial Day: Monday, May 25

The Pavilion Pool is closed through August 23.

WildCard Office

The WildCard Office will also operate on a summer schedule. Please keep the adjusted hours in mind if you need to visit or get in touch.

Summer Hours

Monday – Thursday: 8AM – 4PM

Fridays: Closed 

Closures

University Commencement: Tuesday, May 19 & Wednesday, May 20

Memorial Day: Monday, May 25

*Please note that Villanova University is closed on all Fridays from May 22 through August 14.

Villanova is pleased to share that our friends and neighbors may now sign up to receive NOVA Alert emergency text messages simply by texting NOVAALERT to 333111. For full sign-up instructions, visit the NOVA Alert registration page. To opt out at any time, simply text STOP NOVAALERT to the same number.

Please note NOVA Alert subscriptions will automatically expire after one year. Those who wish to continue receiving notifications will be prompted to resubscribe at that time.

Friends and neighbors may also follow @NOVA_Alert on X (formerly Twitter) for real-time updates.

The safety and well-being of our community remain a top priority. These updates reflect Villanova's ongoing commitment to strengthening emergency communication and ensuring our surrounding communities are well-informed.

Please reach out to Hally Ammons, Assistant Director for Government & Community Relations, at hally.ammons@villanova.edu with questions.

What is the difference between a pair of shoes and a photograph of a pair of shoes? A sequence of two or more things in the world does not necessarily mean anything, but two items taken together within the bounds of a photograph can generate profound significance. 

On view now through September, Doubling with a Difference is a show of doubles, duplicates, and visual rhymes that, taken together, will demonstrate that photography is more than just a visual record – that it can take an image of life and perform that special alchemy that transforms it into art. 

Doubling with a Difference is curated by undergraduate students in the History of Photography class directed by Dr. Alexis Monroe, Arthur J. Ennis Postdoctoral Fellow in The Augustine and Culture Seminar Program and Jennie Castillo, Curator of the University Art Collection and Gallery Director.

For more information, please visit The Villanova University Art Gallery. 

Construction activity continues on the Cabrini Campus as we get ready for the fall semester.

While we look forward to sharing the campus with our neighbors soon, please note that the campus remains closed. For your safety, we ask that you refrain from walking or driving through campus while work is in progress. 

We invite our neighbors to visit our recently launched Cabrini Campus website, which offers an overview of the campus and key project updates. This page will serve as the central source for information as the University prepares to open the campus next year.

Campus updates and information on upcoming Neighbors meetings will also be shared in our newsletter and on our Facebook page.

Please reach out to Hally Ammons, Assistant Director for Government & Community Relations, at 610-519-7455 or hally.ammons@villanova.edu, with questions.

Coming to campus? Know where to go using our Campus Map. Wondering what's happening on campus? Check our guide to noteworthy events to stay up-to-date. 

Please note that 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. 

The University's Off-Campus Living website contains pertinent information for students and community members about living in the community. The website also allows neighbors to submit an issue or concern directly through the website. Visit the Off-Campus Living website for more information. And be sure to check out our Villanova University Neighbor Updates Facebook Page! 

Contact Information

Hally Ammons, Assistant Director

Government & Community Relations

Phone: 610-519-7455

Email: hally.ammons@villanova.edu

800 E. Lancaster Avenue, Villanova, PA 19085