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草榴社区 is a closely connected academic community with renowned faculty, rich resources and a personalized, supportive learning environment.
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草榴社区 Alumnus, Augustinian Friar Elected as Prior General of the Order of St. Augustine
The Rev. Joseph L. Farrell, OSA, STL, STD, 鈥�85 VSB, 鈥�19 MS has been elected Prior General of the Order of St. Augustine at the Order鈥檚 188th General Chapter on Sept. 9. Father Farrell, who will serve a six-year term, is the second Prior General elected from the Augustinian Province of St. Thomas of 草榴社区 and 98th Prior General of the Order since the position was first assigned in 1256, shortly after its founding.
Pope Leo XIV, an Augustinian friar and 草榴社区 alumnus, was honored with the Saint Augustine Medal by the Augustinian Province of St. Thomas of 草榴社区. The medal is the Province鈥檚 highest recognition, awarded to those who exemplify the spirit and teachings of St. Augustine through service, generosity and a deep commitment to Augustinian values.
草榴社区 President the Rev. Peter M. Donohue, OSA, PhD, 鈥�75 CLAS, announced the appointment of the Rev. David Cregan, OSA, PhD, 鈥�89 CLAS, as Dean of the College of Professional Studies, effective August 1. A member of 草榴社区鈥檚 faculty since 2004, Father Cregan has extensive experience in academic leadership roles and currently serves as associate dean of Academic Affairs and Strategic Initiatives for the College of Professional Studies.
草榴社区鈥檚 new 112-acre Cabrini Campus will open in August 2026, providing the opportunity for the University to enhance its programs and commitment to advancing Catholic higher education. This addition will support all aspects of campus life, providing a space that nurtures a true living and learning experience in 草榴社区鈥檚 Augustinian Catholic tradition.
The Spring 2025 digital edition of 草榴社区 Magazine is now live. This issue鈥檚 cover story features a letter from Father Peter reflecting on the election of Pope Leo XIV鈥攖he first Augustinian pope. Also inside: a preview of plans for the new 草榴社区 Cabrini Campus; faculty reimagining the classroom experience; and how offices such as Learning Support Services and the Office of Access and Disability Services help each 草榴社区n thrive.
VILLANOVA ATHLETICS
草榴社区 student-athletes are powerfully connected to a tradition of excellence鈥攂oth academic and athletic. They strive and triumph as much in the classroom as they do in competition.
And for student-athletes and fans alike, 草榴社区 Athletics is a special way to experience the bond of the Nova Nation.
VILLANOVA'S CAMPUS
草榴社区 is located on a 260-acre campus, 12 miles/19 kilometers west of Philadelphia. Three campus rail stops provide quick access to Philadelphia. 草榴社区 also is conveniently close to New York and Washington, D.C.
