Villanova University
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| Motto | Veritas, Unitas, Caritas |
|---|---|
Motto in English | Truth, Unity, Charity |
| Type | Private |
| Established | 1842 |
Religious affiliation | Catholic (Augustinian) |
| Endowment | $815 million (2021) |
| President | Peter M. Donohue, O.S.A. |
| Provost | Patrick G. Maggitti |
| Students | 10,842 (Fall 2020) |
| Undergraduates | 6,865 (Fall 2020) |
| Postgraduates | 3,977 (Fall 2020) |
| Location | , , |
| Campus | Suburban, 254 acres |
| Colors | Blue and White |
| Nickname | Wildcats |
| Affiliations | ACCU, NAICU, AICUP |
| Mascot | Will D. Cat |
| Website | www |
Villanova University is a private university located in Villanova, Pennsylvania, a suburb northwest of Philadelphia. Founded in 1842 by the Order of Saint Augustine, it is the oldest Catholic university in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
History[edit | edit source]
Villanova University traces its roots to the old Saint Augustine's Church in Philadelphia, which was founded in 1796. The university itself was established in 1842 and named after Saint Thomas of Villanova, a Spanish friar and bishop. The institution was initially founded to provide a liberal arts education to young men, and it has since grown to include a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs.
Academics[edit | edit source]
Villanova University offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs through its six colleges:
- College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Villanova School of Business
- College of Engineering
- M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing
- Charles Widger School of Law
- College of Professional Studies
The university is known for its strong emphasis on Augustinian values, which include the pursuit of truth, unity, and love.
Campus[edit | edit source]
The Villanova University campus spans 254 acres and features a mix of historic and modern buildings. Notable structures include:
Athletics[edit | edit source]
Villanova University is a member of the NCAA Division I and competes in the Big East Conference. The university's athletic teams are known as the Villanova Wildcats. The men's basketball team has won multiple national championships, with notable victories in 1985, 2016, and 2018.
Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]
Villanova University has a diverse and accomplished alumni network, including:
- Jill Biden, First Lady of the United States
- Howie Long, Pro Football Hall of Famer
- Maria Bello, Actress
- Ed Rendell, Former Governor of Pennsylvania
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