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The only Augustinian Catholic university in the nation, ²ÝÁñÉçÇø values a personalized experience where teachers and students are partners in learning and scholarly inquiry. From undergraduate to doctoral students, ²ÝÁñÉçÇøns are intellectually inspired, morally grounded, globally minded. ²ÝÁñÉçÇø attracts and forges world changers—people who ignite positive change everywhere life takes them. 

²ÝÁñÉçÇø Celebrates Pope Leo XIV

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On May 8, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, OSA, ’77 CLAS was elected the 267th head of the Catholic Church and the Sovereign of the Vatican City State during the second day of the papal conclave held in the Sistine Chapel. He assumes the papacy under the name Pope Leo XIV. A ²ÝÁñÉçÇø alumnus, Pope Leo XIV is the first Pope from the United States and the first Augustinian friar to be elected pontiff.

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²ÝÁñÉçÇø is a closely connected academic community with renowned faculty, rich resources and a personalized, supportive learning environment.

²ÝÁñÉçÇø provides exceptional opportunities for a wide range of academic experiences, including hands-on research, interdisciplinary collaboration and experiential learning.

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Augustinian Friar and ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Alumnus Elected Pope

On May 8, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, OSA, ’77 CLAS was elected the 267th head of the Catholic Church and the Sovereign of the Vatican City State during the second day of the papal conclave held in the Sistine Chapel. He assumes the papacy under the name Pope Leo XIV. A ²ÝÁñÉçÇø alumnus, Pope Leo XIV is the first Pope from the United States and the first Augustinian friar to be elected pontiff.

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²ÝÁñÉçÇø Cabrini Campus Opening in 2026

²ÝÁñÉçÇø Cabrini Campus Opening in 2026

²ÝÁñÉçÇøâ€™s 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 ²ÝÁñÉçÇøâ€™s Augustinian Catholic tradition.

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²ÝÁñÉçÇøns Share Their Excitement for Pope Leo XIV

²ÝÁñÉçÇøns Share Their Excitement for Pope Leo XIV

The election of Pope Leo XIV—formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, an Augustinian and ²ÝÁñÉçÇø graduate—has filled the University community with profound pride, gratitude and joy. As celebrations echoed across campus, ²ÝÁñÉçÇøns reflected on this historic moment and the enduring Augustinian values Pope Leo XIV embodies in his new role.  

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²ÝÁñÉçÇø to Transform Connelly Center, Enhancing Key Student Space at the Heart of Campus

²ÝÁñÉçÇø to Transform Connelly Center, Enhancing Key Student Space at the Heart of Campus

²ÝÁñÉçÇø will renovate and revitalize the Connelly Center, a student hub and central gathering space for the campus community for over 40 years. A gift from the Connelly Foundation originally funded the construction of the Connelly Center, which opened in 1980. The Foundation is now making a leadership gift to reimagine the building for today’s student needs, donating $10 million toward the renovation cost, which brings the Connelly Foundation’s total giving to ²ÝÁñÉçÇø to more than $44 million.

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²ÝÁñÉçÇø student-athletes are powerfully connected to a tradition of excellence—both academic and athletic. They strive and triumph as much in the classroom as they do in competition.

And for student-athletes and fans alike, ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Athletics is a special way to experience the bond of the Nova Nation.

²ÝÁñÉçÇø's male and female athletes are standing together in a line with the heading "Stronger Together"

VILLANOVA'S CAMPUS

²ÝÁñÉçÇø is located on a 260-acre campus, 12 miles/19 kilometers west of Philadelphia. Three campus rail stops provide quick access to Philadelphia. ²ÝÁñÉçÇø also is conveniently close to New York and Washington, D.C.

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