GRAD CLAS NOTES

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Graduate Newsletter

GRAD CLASNOTESCollege of Liberal Arts and Sciences Graduate Newsletter
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Holiday Greetings from the Dean

I hope you have enjoyed a fulfilling and enlightening fall semester!


With finals and holiday preparations taking up most of our busy schedules, I wanted to make sure I made time to reflect on the past year. As I look back, our students continue to impress me. Your energy and enthusiasm are inspiring, and watching you grow and learn is an honor and joy. I am also in awe of the amazing dedication of our faculty and staff, and filled with gratitude for all you contribute to our vibrant intellectual community.


I hope that you have a wonderful break. Enjoy the company of family and friends, and take time to unplug, relax and rejuvenate.


May the miracle of Christmas fill your heart with peace and love. On behalf of the Office of Graduate Studies, I wish you the happiest of holidays and many blessings in 2018.


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

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Using Stats to Fight Undiagnosed Disease

Half of the more than 7,000 rare diseases we know of today are initially misdiagnosed. As U.S. Lead of Predictive Analytics at IQVIA, it’s Villanova alumna Nadea Leavitt's '12 CLAS, '15 MS job to correct those mistakes. Read more
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Discovering a Personal History

History graduate student Vicrim Chima used his Summer Research Fellowship to research and nominate a Sikh Temple as a state historic landmark. Read his story and more graduate student posts on the Graduate History blog.
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Leading Human Resource Research

Villanova HRD faculty members are driving critical research in the industry. Recently, Christian Thoroughgood, PhD and Katina Sawyer, PhD published an article in Harvard Business Review about support for transgender employees. See this story and more news on the Villanova HRD blog.

Discover Villanova's Acclaimed Theatre Program

Villanova's award-winning Theatre program has two great productions left in the 2017-2018 season. Graduate students receive free tickets on Tuesdays during the shows' runs. Learn more about Mr. Burns, a Post Electric Play and Much Ado About Nothing on the Theatre website.

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Events, Reminders and Tips

Summer Research Fellowships - Applications Due January 20, 2018

Graduate students in CLAS are encouraged to apply for a summer fellowship to support their research. For details regarding eligibility requirements, criteria, how to apply, deadline for proposals and review process, faculty evaluation of the project, and award recipients, please visit the Graduate Summer Research Fellowship page. Read about last year's recipients.


Information Session for Prospective Students - January 27, 2018

Do you know someone who would benefit from a Villanova graduate program? Encourage your friends and colleagues to attend our Information Session on Saturday, January 27. Learn more.


Graduating this Spring?

If you plan to graduate in May 2018, you must apply by January 31, 2018. Please visit the Commencement Information page to review the graduation application requirements and procedures.


Publish Your Work in CONCEPT

CONCEPT is the interdisciplinary journal of CLAS Graduate Studies at Villanova University. The journal is now accepting article submissions through February 1, 2018. In addition, students are encouraged to apply to be editors and peer-reviewers. Visit the CONCEPT website to learn more.