GRAD CLAS NOTES

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Graduate Newsletter

GRAD CLASNOTESCollege of Liberal Arts and Sciences Graduate Newsletter
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Commitment and Community

In the days after the magnificent National Championship of our Men's Basketball team, I came across an article in Commonweal (of which our own Theology Professor Massimo Faggioli is a contributing writer) about the team ethic of Catholic college basketball. The author, Paul Moses, argues that in today's culture of celebrity, it is the Catholic, and Augustinian, tradition of teamwork that allows schools like Villanova to "punch above their weight." Not that Villanova does not recruit talented players; it does, but Jay Wright and his coaching staff discover talented players who fit Villanova's deeper culture of commitment and community.


This ethos goes far beyond basketball at Villanova, and is why we create outstanding teams in our academic departments and programs. We attract faculty, staff and students who want to be a part of something greater than themselves, who know we can do more together than on our own, and who approach teaching and learning with empathy and love. We are successful because we search for truth together.


Go Nova!


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

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Bancroft Prize for Villanova Historian

Villanova University History Professor Marc Gallicchio, PhD, has been named as one of three winners of the prestigious Bancroft Prize in American History and Diplomacy for his book, Implacable Foes: War in the Pacific, 1944-1945. Read more.

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Theology in Dialogue Podcast

Did you know that Theology graduate students produce a podcast covering an array of diverse topics? Recent episodes include lectures and interviews with theologians such as Villanova professor Ilia Delio, OSF, PhD and James Martin, SJ, editor at large at America Magazine. Listen to these podcasts and more.
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An Online Student Success Story

Our online students are a vibrant part of our community! Read about how this city planner was empowered to make a difference by earning her MPA, while working full time and being a full-time mom! Read more.

Francis, a Voice Crying Out in the World: Mercy, Justice, Love & Care for the Earth - April 12-15

The Institute for Catholic Social Thought at Villanova University invites you to join its celebration of the fifth anniversary of the election of Pope Francis. The goal of the conference is to provide a theological and historical analysis of this pontificate. This event is free for Villanova students, faculty and staff, but registration is limited. Learn more.

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Events, Reminders and Tips

Commencement and Graduate Convocation

Graduation Weekend (May 18-19) is right around the corner! Visit the Graduate Studies Commencement page for information about this year's events.


HirePhiladelphia Alumni- (and Graduate Student)-Only Career Fair - April 10

HirePhiladelphia is partnering with a number of Philly-area schools to host an Alumni-Only Career Fair featuring employers from a number of industries on Tuesday, April 1 from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the 23rd St. Armory in Philadelphia. Although "alumni" is in the title, graduate students are encouraged to attend! Lean more.


Joseph T. McCullen Jr. Symposium on Catholic Social Thought and Law - April 10

The Eleanor H. McCullen Center for Law, Religion and Public Policy welcomes Ross Douthat, columnist at The New York Times, on Tuesday, April 10 at 4 p.m. in the Arthur M. Goldberg '66 Commons. Douthat will present "Pope Francis and the Future of Catholicism." Learn more.


Villanova HRD Annual Networking Reception - April 11

The annual Villanova HRD Reception on Wednesday, April 11 is a night of networking, learning and giving back. This year's theme is HR's role in Corporate Social Responsibility, and the event features Keynote Speaker, Grady Lee, CEO of Give2Get. The event will be held at The Inn at Villanova. Doors open at 5 pm for networking, drinks and hors d'oeuvres. The program runs from 6 to 8:30 pm. Learn more and register.


Villanova Earth Day Keynote - Climate Change: Will We Ever Agree? - April 18

This year's Earth Day Keynote Speaker is Dr. Joseph Majkut, director of climate policy at the Niskanen Center and expert on climate science and risk analysis for decision-making. Dr. Majkut will speak at 6 pm in the Connelly Center Cinema. His talk will address the social and political forces that have resulted in a partisan divide on the issue of climate change. Learn more about this and other Earth Day events.


CONCEPT Release Event and Awards - April 19
CONCEPT is the interdisciplinary journal of graduate students in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. You are invited to join the CONCEPT staff and contributors for a luncheon celebration of the release of this year's edition on Thursday, April 19 at noon in Falvey Room 205. The 2018 issue includes print articles from Communication, Political Science, Classical Studies, English and History. CONCEPT online includes work from students in Mathematics and English. Justine Carré Miller, Department of History, will be honored with the Graduate Research Prize Essay.


Lepage Center Event - 1968: Philly and The World - April 20

Fifty years ago, Philadelphia and the world were rocked by war, protest and social unrest. In 2018, the Historical Society of Pennsylvania and the Lepage Center for History in the Public Interest convene a group of scholars to examine the legacy, resonance, and lasting impact of that tumultuous year. Join them on Friday, April 20 beginning at 9:00 a.m. at the Historical Society. Learn more.


18th Annual MPA Dinner - April 28

Join Villanova MPA faculty, staff, students and alumni as they celebrate their 18th Annual Dinner on Saturday, April 28, from 6 to 9 p.m. in the Villanova Room in the Connelly Center. Keynote speaker is Adam Thiel, MPA, Fire Commissioner for the City of Philadelphia. Learn more and register.