Our Community of Scholars
One of the best parts about my job is learning about the incredible research and scholarship of our graduate students and faculty. The depth and breadth of work being done across our College is staggering. Often, that work is recognized and supported by external organizations. In last month's issue of GRAD CLAS NOTES, we highlighted students and faculty from Psychology and Chemistry who received grants to further their research. In this issue, we take note of our students' success in winning the ultra-competitive Fulbright awards to study and teach overseas, as well as an impressive honor awarded to one of our English faculty members.
While this third-party validation is important, the Graduate Studies Office also supports programs to fund and publicize the research and scholarship of our students. This past fall, we organized our first Graduate Student Research Symposium, which showcased the results of our Summer Research Fellowship program. This April, we will celebrate the publishing of CONCEPT, the interdisciplinary scholarly journal of graduate students in our College. In addition, I am very much looking forward to our first Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition (open to all CLAS graduate students) on March 27. You can learn more about this competition below.
We have many partners across the University to help support your career goals, including the Center for Research and Fellowships, which can help you identify and apply for research funding and awards, and the Career Center, which has a wealth of resources to help you navigate your job search.
Wishing you continued success as we march through this spring semester!
- Emory Woodard, PhD, Dean of Graduate Studies, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
President's Report Highlights Fulbright Success
The Villanova 2018-2019 President's Report focuses on the University's success in the State Department's premier international exchange program. Learn more about faculty Fulbright mentors, including CLAS professors Samantha Chapman, PhD, and Maghan Keita, PhD. Visit the Report online.
Villanova Named a Top Producer of Fulbright Students
Villanova placed fourth among the top Fulbright producers behind only Georgetown University, Brown University and Princeton University. A record 33 students from Villanova, including four CLAS graduate students, won Fulbright awards for the 2019-2020 academic year. Read more.
Modern Language Association Awards Top Prize to Villanova English Professor
Events, Reminders and Tips
Graduate Student Peer Advisors “Office Hours” in Student Lounge - Tuesdays and Thursdays
Beginning this week, our International Student Peer Advisors, Kate Kozlova and Navya Sree Kupparajum, will be available in the Graduate Student Lounge, Old Falvey Rm 306, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. each Tuesday and Thursday to talk about student services and resources, or anything that may help you navigate life as a grad student at Villanova. Please note, even though they have “International” in their official titles, Kate and Navya are well-versed in everything Villanova and are here to help all Grad CLAS students! This Thursday, Feb. 13, Kate and Navya will have snacks during their “office hours” in the lounge. Learn more about our International Student Peer Advisors.
Career Services Workshop: Professional Correspondence During the Job-Seeking Process - February 27
Join this virtual Career Services workshop on Thursday, February 27 from 12 - 1 p.m. to develop strategies for creating written content, including cover letters, resumes and email communications, that aligns with your credentials and showcases your skill sets. Learn more and register.
Connect with Get Woke Nova
Get Woke Nova is a student-led campaign that promotes diversity, inclusion and allyship through dialogue and storytelling. Get Woke Nova holds events and workshops related to its mission of facilitating a more cohesive understanding of allyship. Through social media, the group share stories of students, faculty and alumni about personal experiences with allyship and microaggressions to facilitate connection, understanding and appreciation for diversity on our campus. Get Woke is looking to expand its graduate student, faculty and staff involvement and invites you to share your story! To get involved, follow @GetWokeNova on Instagram and Facebook and click the link in the bio to share your own story, or email getwokenova@gmail.com for more information.
Summer Studio in Irish Theatre - Accepting Applications until March 1
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.
International Student Spring Break Community Lunches - March 3, 4 & 5
Join international students from across the University for a series of community lunches from 12 to 1 p.m. over spring break: Tuesday, March 3 in the Curley Exchange at the Villanova School of Business; Wednesday, March 4 in the Center for Research and Fellowship & Office of Education Abroad in Garey Hall; and Thursday, March 5 in Saint Augustine Center Room 300. Register on Handshake or contact Gloria Angel for more information.
Graduate Programs Open House - March 10
Interested in another degree or certificate program at Villanova? Or have a friend or family member looking to take the next step in their professional or academic career? Attend the Graduate Open House to learn about all of the programs the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences offers on Tuesday, March 10 from 5 - 7 p.m. in the Connelly Center. Learn more and register.
Work/Life Balance: Actionable Tips for Graduate Students - March 11
As part of the Mental Health and Wellness Series, Graduate Studies and the College of Professional Studies offer a presentation and discussion about work/life balance on Wednesday, March 11 at 6:00 p.m. in Vasey Hall, Room 102. Heather Cluley, PhD, Assistant Professor and Associate Director of the Human Resource Development program, will present her research in this area and lead the discussion. Refreshments will be served! Please register for this event.
Villanova Theatre Presents: Merrily We Roll Along - March 17-29
Support your fellow graduate students and enjoy Villanova Theatre's production of Merrily We Roll Along, directed by Theatre Department Chair Valerie Joyce. This musical by Stephen Sondheim is a witty and wistful fable about friendship, compromise and the price of success that follows three idealistic artists whose lives pull them in unexpected directions. Receive discounted tickets with valid university ID, and the second Tuesday of each run is free for Villanova students. Get tickets.
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