GRAD CLAS NOTES

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Graduate Newsletter

GRAD CLASNOTESCollege of Liberal Arts and Sciences Graduate Newsletter
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Become What You Are Not Yet

That headline is one of my favorite quotes from St. Augustine. It is a powerful statement from which we can draw much inspiration, and this issue of our graduate student newsletter highlights some of the many ways in which Villanova University can help you become what you are not yet.


Your program directors, faculty mentors and fellow students in your discipline are, of course, excellent resources to help you shape your academic and professional career, but the College and University also offer an array of opportunities and services to help you achieve your goals.


In last month's issue, I encouraged you to take risks, meet students outside of your program and become involved in the life of the University. The Graduate Studies Office helps facilitate these opportunities by hosting events such as our New Student Orientation and Reception and working with the Graduate Student Council to organize social events throughout the year. Villanova offers so many ways to enrich your experience, including lectures, fitness classes, clubs and activities, service opportunities and cultural events such as the Villanova Theatre. Explore what Villanova has to offer!


As you will read in this issue, offices and organizations such as the Career Center and The Bridge Society exist to help you make the best decisions about your career and help you make connections in your field. These services are here for graduate students, too, and they are free!


I hope that you are settling in to this fall semester, and remember that Graduate Studies and other University offices are here to support you. At Villanova, we believe the best way to become what we are not yet is through the strength of a committed, caring community!


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

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New Student Orientation and Reception

This year, Graduate Studies hosted its New Student Orientation and Reception at The Inn at Villanova! We had a great time getting to know our new graduate students, and we hope they found the evening informative and fun! See the photos.

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Communication Chair Earns Distinguished Performance Award

Heidi M. Rose, PhD, professor and chair of the Department of Communication in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, has received the 2018 Leslie Irene Coger Award for Distinguished Performance from the National Communication Association. Read more.
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Don't Miss the New Villanova Magazine

Have you seen the stunning new design of Villanova Magazine? The Summer 2018 issue has a brand new look and feel and a revamped web presence. CLAS is well represented with features on growing plants on Mars and the Pope Francis conference; faculty, alumni and student profiles; and more! Read this issue online.

Manage Your Academic and Professional Career

Did you know that Villanova has a dedicated team to help you win competitive fellowships and grants? The Center for Research and Fellowships (CRF) is dedicated to helping you apply for national scholarships and fellowships, such as the prestigious Fulbright program, as well as securing funding for research. Visit the CRF website to lean more.


Villanova's Career Center offers many services to help you prepare to advance in your profession. Visit their website to learn about career counseling, networking, job search assistance and more!

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Events, Reminders and Tips

Villanova Theatre's The Book Club Play - September 18-30

Villanova Theatre kicks off its 2018-19 season with the hit comedy, The Book Club Play, directed by Villanova theatre professor James Ijames. Villanova students can receive discounted tickets with valid university ID, and the second Tuesday of each run is free for Villanova students. Tickets should still be booked ahead of time at the box office.


Faith Sharing Group - September 19
All graduate students are invited to the first young adult Faith Sharing Group in the St. Rita's Hall Community Room on Wednesday, September 19 from 5 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. The meeting will start with a consolation/desolation, followed by a brief overview of St. Augustine's life (as the group will be reading his letters throughout the semester), and end with free food and drinks! For more information, contact graduate students Cristina Benzo or Alejandro Gomez.


Graduate Student Virtual Meetup - September 20
Sponsored by the Villanova Career Center, this event will allow you to chat with a variety of graduate students to meet new people and expand your professional network. Join this live one-hour virtual session on Thursday, September 20 from noon to 1 p.m. Share your experiences, exchange career tips and build your professional network, all online, from any device. Learn more and register.


Bridge Society Networking Event: Careers in Business and Finance - September 20

Graduate students in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences are invited to the Bridge Society's Careers in Business and Finance Networking Event on Thursday, September 20 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the East Lounge in Dougherty Hall. Meet Villanova alumni and other working professionals in the area to help you learn about career options and make the most-informed career choice. Learn more and register.


VMock Smart Resume Platform - Now Available
Villanova graduate students can now take advantage of a powerful resume-building tool! Upload you resume to VMock and receive instant critical feedback and benchmarking against your peers. Build your most effective resume! Learn more and sign up.


Villanova Graduate Open House - October 23

Know someone who would benefit from a Villanova graduate degree? Encourage him or her to attend the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Graduate Open House on Tuesday, October 23 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Prospective students will meet faculty and current students from our diverse academic programs and get answers to questions about financial aid, application requirements, deadlines, and more. Visit the Open House website for more information and to register.