Villanova University
Villanova University, a premier Catholic institution on the Main Line near Philadelphia, offers strong academics, vibrant campus life, and a commitment to leadership, service, and community.
Address: 800 Lancaster Ave, Villanova, PA 19085
Phone: (610) 519-4500
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Alumni Gifts Continue to Pour into Villanova University With Another $20 Million for Library Work
For the third time since February, Villanova University has received a large multi-million gift, this time from alumna Victor Maggitti, to help with campus renovations…
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Another Gift Given to Villanova University–This Time It’s $10M That Will Fund 3 Major Activities
A $10 million gift from The H. Hovnanian Family Foundation will help with a $60 to $70 million renovation to Villanova University’s library, create an…
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Russia-Ukraine War Pushes Gas Prices in Phila. Region to Record Highs
As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine continues to affect gas prices around the world, the average price of gasoline in the Philadelphia region has risen dramatically.…
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A $13.5M Villanova University Gift From Former Sunoco CEO, Tech Execs
The former CEO of Sunoco John “Jack” G. Drosdick and two other tech executives have given a combined $13.5 million to Villanova University toward its…
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Villanova Sophomore Mitch Macek Competed Last Night on Jeopardy!
Mitch Macek, a mathematics major at Villanova University, went up against 34 other contestants this week on Jeopardy!’s National College Championship, writes Pat Ralph for…
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Villanova Freshman Lucy Olsen Pulls Her Weight for the Team, and More
Villanova’s first-year student Lucy Olsen has had the unusual opportunity to start at point guard in every game since joining the Wildcats, writes Tyler Small…
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US News: 1 Delco Online MBA Program Ranks Among 100 Best in Nation for 2022
One Delaware County online MBA program has found its place among the 100 best in the country for 2022, according to a new ranking by…
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Villanova Men’s & Women’s Basketball Teams Win Even as They Weather COVID-19 Challenges
Villanova University’s basketball teams have been weathering the rise in COVID cases pretty well, thanks in large part to team physician Michael P. Duncan, writes…
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Washington Post: Lafayette Basketball Legend Fran O’Hanlon, Former Bonner Coach, Retires
A “sad and significant day” for college basketball took place Friday, Jan. 21, when Fran O’Hanlon announced his retirement after 27 years as coach at…
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Local Universities See Huge Endowment Gains Despite Pandemic Woes
The pandemic may have created a financial crisis at local colleges and universities, but a year later you’d never know it, as favorable markets and…
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Villanova Continues Campus Expansion With $200M in Capital Projects
As Villanova University begins a $1 billion fundraising campaign, it is hoping to spend $200 million on new capital projects, writes Kennedy Rose for Philadelphia…
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Jay Wright’s Not Going Anywhere, Villanova President Says
You can ignore the rumors. It’s highly doubtful that Villanova University basketball coach Jay Wright is going anywhere, says Villanova President Peter Donohue, writes Kennedy…
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Villanova Alum Creates App to Network With Your Favorite Folks, All for Charity
Villanova University alum and restaurant owner Doug Guller has developed a networking app that lets you talk with your favorite person while raising money for…
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Anti-Fat Messages Can Be Bad for You, Villanova Professor Says
Medical obsession over obesity can actually do more harm than good, according to research from Janell L. Mensinger, associate professor at Villanova University’s M. Louise…
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Villanova Professor Touts the Importance of Sprituality and God in Sports
God belongs in sports, as he does in all things, according to Dr. Edward Hastings, a professor of Sports and Spirituality at Villanova University, writes…
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See Which 2 Delco Movers and Shakers Are Among PA’s 40 Under 40 for 2021
City & State Pennsylvania’s 2021 40 Under 40 list is out, and two movers and shakers with ties to Delaware County have found their place…
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Villanova Senior Publishes ‘Voter Z’ a Book Exploring the Politics of Generation Z
Villanova University Senior Jennifer Lambert has taken the political pulse of Generation Z and put her findings in a book, writes Chelsea Le for The…
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List of Colleges With Highest Graduate Salaries Has 3 From Delco
In a national top 100 ranking of colleges with the highest graduate salaries, three Delaware County colleges and universities have made the list, writes Ryan…





















