GRAD CLAS NOTES

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Graduate Newsletter

GRAD CLASNOTESCollege of Liberal Arts and Sciences Graduate Newsletter
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Welcoming our New Dean

By now you may have heard that Emory Woodard, PhD, associate professor in the Department of Communication, has been appointed the new Dean of Graduate Studies in the College. Please take a few minutes to read the article below and get to know our new dean! I know I speak for all of the Graduate Studies staff in saying we are thrilled that Dr. Woodard has accepted this position.


Dr. Woodard will begin his term as dean this coming June. While I’m going to miss working with graduate students and the Graduate Studies staff on a daily basis, I look forward to working with Dr. Woodard as he transitions into the role of Graduate Dean. He has a passion for graduate education that will serve our students and faculty well.


We are also excited to announce that Brooke Erdman '16 MA has joined the Grad Studies team as our new Student Services Coordinator. Brooke earned her master's in Liberal Studies from Villanova and most recently served as Graduate Program Coordinator in the English Department. In her new role, Brooke will fill an important need to support graduate students during their time at Villanova. I think you will enjoy the Q & A with Brooke below.


Wishing you continued success as we pass the mid-point of the spring semester!


- Christine Palus, PhD, Dean of Graduate Studies, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

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Emory Woodard, PhD, Appointed Dean of Graduate Studies

Dr. Woodard is an associate professor in the Department of Communication and currently serves as coordinator of Media Studies. He was on the founding committee of the graduate program in Communication, and served as acting program director in 2004 and program director from 2007 to 2011. Read more.
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Villanova Hosts Global Public Policy Competition

Villanova hosted more than 40 graduate students from 11 universities in the region for the 2019 NASPAA-Batten Student Simulation Competition on February 23. The Villanova MPA team took first place at the event, which addressed issues associated with forced migration. Read more.
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New Student Services Coordinator Driven to Help Graduate Students Succeed

Brooke Erdman '16 MA takes on this new role, which is designed to ease the administrative burden on graduate students and ensure that they are taking advantage of the opportunities available to them at the University. Read more.

Important Academic Calendar Dates - Spring 2018

See the full Academic Calendar.


  • Registration for Summer and Fall 2019 courses begins - March 20
  • Last day for Authorized Withdrawal without Academic Penalty (WX) - April 3
  • Easter Recess - April 17-22
  • Thesis/Dissertation deadline - April 26
  • Final day of Spring classes - May 2
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Events, Reminders and Tips

Graduating this Spring? Review the Graduate Candidate's Checklist

The Graduate Commencement Ceremony for all Master's and PhD graduates will take place at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 18 in Villanova Stadium. If you are graduating, make sure you review the Graduate Candidates' Checklist and Schedule of Events.


Careers in Government and Politics - March 21

Interested in a career in government and politics? Join the Political Science Department on Thursday, March 21 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in Bartley 2045 for a panel discussion with four Villanova alumni working in the field. Gain career advice and learn about their work experiences. The event will include time for a Q & A and reception. Learn more.


How to Pitch a Great Idea Using the Power of Storytelling - March 23

The Villanova School of Business is sponsoring a workshop for all graduate students on Saturday, March 23 from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Kismet in Manayunk. Learn how to make the best of your presentations through storytelling. The workshop will be led by Geoffrey Berwind, who is one of the foremost experts on how to use the power of story to make powerful connections with clients, teams and audiences. Learn more and register.


Education and Counseling Week - March 25-28

The Department of Education and Counseling is sponsoring a week of events for students and faculty including an employment prep workshop, honor society inductions and an activism and social justice unionism workshop and panel. See the full schedule.


Habitat for Humanity 5k - March 31

Help Habitat for Humanity kick off its "Act! Speak! Build!" advocacy week by running in their annual 5k on Sunday, March 31. Race time is 11:30 a.m. All proceeds go to Habitat for Humanity. Register at villanovatix.com.


Graduate Student Spring Gala - April 12

The Graduate School Council invites you to attend this event for graduate students in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, School of Business and College of Engineering on Friday, April 12 beginning at 7 p.m. Join your fellow graduate students for a night of dinner and dancing at the Inn at Villanova. Tickets are $15 per person. Cash bar. Learn more and purchase tickets at villanovatix.com.


Summer Studio in Irish Theatre - Accepting Applications until April 15

Intern in Dublin this summer!

Graduate students from all disciplines are encouraged to apply for this three-week study abroad opportunity. The Abbey Theatre is one of the most enduring institutions in literary history and has long occupied an important place in Irish emigrant cultures around the world. In this paid internship, the student will work alongside theatre professionals in the day-to-day operations of Ireland’s national theatre and help run a new program—the Abbey Theatre Summer Studio. Learn more about the program. Read a recap of the experience on the Villanova English blog.


Join UNIT as a Tech Zone Help Desk Consultant

UNIT is looking for graduate students to work as help desk support in its Tech Zones on campus. No experience necessary as UNIT provides all training. Learn more and apply at jobs.villanova.edu.