The practice of communica- tion has the powerfulA Magazine for Alumni, Family and Friends ability of Villanova University to create positive social change in theVillanova world, and VillanovaWinter 2011 is about to take a leadership role in that endeavor. Officially in­augurated­ on October 1, 2010, the Waterhouse Fam- “As we ily Institute forcommunicate the Study, of Communication so and shall Societywe be.” (WFI) at Villanova University—Communication Theorist Lee O. Thayer promotes the study of mis- sion-driven communication emphasizing ethical leader- ship, social justice and com- munity and the ability of key

Join Fr.“WHAT’S Peter Donohue NEXT?” Tour for his influencers to effect change.Dates and locations on page 61 A Word from the President

At the St. Thomas of Villanova Lecture, the Rev. Peter M. Donohue, president, encourages Villanovans to speak out about and live what they believe. See page 22 for the full article about the 2010 St. Thomas of Villanova Celebration.

Dear Alumni and Friends: s a Catholic and Augustinian university, our concern for social justice is ever-present. From our annual St. Thomas of Villanova Celebration to our service projects in communities in need around the world, to our alumni in fields such as communication, nonprofit, education and law who work each day to improve the lives of others, A Villanovans embody “caritas.” That is why we are so proud to launch the Waterhouse Family Institute for the Study of Communication and Soci- ety—the first institute of its kind. Made possible by a gift from Lawrence M. Waterhouse Jr. ’59 A&S, the Institute is committed to using the power of communication to create positive social change, and we feel it will make Villanova a national leader in the field. The first project sponsored by the Waterhouse Family Institute is a groundbreaking study by a Villanova team of researchers who are exploring the promise and peril of social communication and its potential to promote or undermine social justice. You will read more about the project and the Institute on these pages. You will learn also about our partnership with the Leadership Education and Development (LEAD) program, which brings in academically strong high school students from diverse backgrounds to increase their interest in the study of engineering, achieve their potential and become responsible leaders. We were honored to host for the first time LEAD’s Summer Engineering Institute. As we enter winter, we celebrate another national championship—for a total of three in the span of one year. Our women’s cross-country team—led by individual winner Sheila Reid ’11 A&S—defended their 2009 national title at the 2010 NCAA Cross Country Championships. Proud as I am of our student-athletes’ feats on the field, I’m even more so of their accomplishments in the classroom. Among Division I schools, nine Villanova teams rank in the top 10 percent of their sport academically, according to a June 2010 NCAA report. On page 42 you will read about our plans to support our hardworking student-athletes with new fundraising initiatives. In closing, I wish to thank the 4,500 Villanovans who participated in the 2010 St. Thomas of Villanova Day of Service. They donated their time and energy at a total of 180 sites in the Greater Philadelphia region and in their own communities around the country. As I mentioned above, it is that spirit of service—and the wish to make the world a better place for others—which truly defines us as Villanovans.

Sincerely,

Rev. Peter M. Donohue, O.S.A., Ph.D. ’75 A&S President A Magazine for Alumni, Family and Friends of Villanova University

Volume 25, No. 1 Winter 2011 Villanova

Villanova Magazine In This Issue Ann E. Diebold Vice President for University Communication Cover Article Editor-in-Chief 2 Communication for the Common Good Mercedes Ott Villanova’s Waterhouse Institute explores the ethical dimensions and Writers power of communication Shawn Proctor Jennifer Schu Features Suzanne Wentzel Please address Class Notes submissions to 1 0 Stream of Social Consciousness? [email protected] or mail to Researcher investigates YouTube’s potential to promote or undermine Kate Wechsler, Villanova Magazine social justice Alumni Office, Garey Hall Villanova University 800 Lancaster Avenue, Villanova, PA 19085 12 A Difference-maker Campus Circulation Senior communication student speaks out for women with no voice Villanova University Mail Services 14 …and Education for All Villanova Magazine (USPS 659660) is published Villanovans give back to communities through Teach for America for the University’s alumni, family and friends by Villanova University’s Office of University 16 Ready, Set, Lead Communication. Design: Pam Li Talented high schoolers immerse themselves in engineering—and Villanova Illustration by Adam Niklewicz Photos by Aurora Imaging Co., Paul Crane, 18 Profiles in Leadership Rob Evans, Francis Gallo, Mitchel Gray, Trustees the Rev. Donald F. Reilly, O.S.A., D. Min.,’71 A&S and David Herrenbruck, Barbara Johnston, Jim McWilliams, Paola Nogueras, John Welsh the Rev. Gary N. McCloskey, O.S.A., Ph.D., ’73 A&S Address correspondence to the Editor-in-Chief, Villanova Magazine, Alumni House, Villanova 20 Building the Future University, 800 Lancaster Avenue, Villanova, Villanova names John Gotanda sixth dean of Villanova School of Law PA 19085. Telephone: (610) 519-4591. Postmaster: If undeliverable, please send 22 Mission in Action form 3579 to the address above. Do not Villanovans celebrate the school’s Augustinian heritage return publication. Standard A class postage paid at Ashburn, VA, 42 Ignite, Inspire, Achieve and other entry offices. Athletics development © 2011 Villanova University. 50 There’s No Place Like Homecoming Alumni reunite for a weekend of fun and school spirit 52 2010 St. Thomas of Villanova Alumni Medal and Second Leadership Summit

Other News Inside Front Cover A Word from the President 30 News, College Updates, Villanova Athletics 53 Your Alumni Association 54 Class Notes

Winter 2011 1

Communication for the Common Good Villanova University Launches Waterhouse Family Institute for the Study of Communication and Society

b y Je n n i f e r Sc h u hen Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Diana Sugg ’87 A&S was a fledgling reporter on a city beat, she was assigned to cover a fatal residential fire. She learned that one of the victims had been housebound because she was mentallyW ill and the family had no access to affordable care. Sugg reported about the lack of such care in low income neighborhoods—and helped draw much-needed attention to the issue. “I don’t think media can change the world, but it can nudge readers’ or viewers’ thinking about the world, and sometimes lead them to act in small ways that change things a bit for the better,” says Gerald Marzorati ’75 A&S, assistant managing editor of The New York Times.

Winter 2011 3 He points to a Times article about of the Villanova University Department social change in the world, and Villanova schoolgirls in Afghanistan who were of Communication’s social justice docu- is about to take a leadership role in that attacked by the Taliban as they walked to mentary class, student filmmakers have endeavor. Officially inaugurated on school—because their tormenters believed been chronicling the stories of people tri- October 1, 2010, the Waterhouse Family females should not be educated. Cash umphing over adversity. Through their Institute for the Study of Communication donations streamed in from readers along work they are creating awareness of issues and Society (WFI) at Villanova Univer- with pleas to help the students in some such as the struggles of 21st century immi- sity promotes the study of mission-driven way—and the money was used to purchase grants and are breaking down stereotypes communication emphasizing ethical a school bus which now transports them of people with disabilities. leadership, social justice and community safely to and from school. The practice of communication has and the ability of key influencers to Likewise, for the past two years, as part the powerful ability to create positive effect change.

Lawrence M. Waterhouse Jr. ’59 A&S and his family—who traveled from far and wide to share in the proud moment—are acknowledged on stage at the National Constitution Center by the Rev. Peter M. Donohue, O.S.A., Ph.D., ’75 A&S, Villanova president.

4 Villanova Magazine Exploring ethical dimensions “I spent a wonderful four years at Villanova. With my gift to the and power of communication WFI is funded by a $3 million gift from University, I wanted to help create something that would be Lawrence M. Waterhouse Jr. ’59 A&S, the meaningful for generations of students to come—and that had founder of Waterhouse Investor Services, Inc., the forerunner of TD Waterhouse the potential to do a lot of good in the world.” Investor Services and later TD AMERI- —Lawrence M. Waterhouse Jr. ’59 A&S, the founder of Waterhouse Investor Services, Inc. TRADE, one of North America’s largest online brokerages. WFI is housed within Villanova’s Department of Communication Through cutting-edge research and an online presence to filming stories in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. student programs, as well as the hands-on that matter on the streets of Philadelphia involvement of communication scholars and beyond. With the Institute now and professionals from around the globe, launched, Villanova students will have the Institute explores the ethical dimen- even more opportunities to influence and sions of communication and its role in change society through communication creating social change. projects, internships and other activities The founding director of the Institute funded by WFI. is Bryan Crable, Ph.D., associate professor No other University has a communica- and chairperson, Villanova University tion program focused on social justice and Department of Communication. “The cre- social change, according to Dr. Crable. ation of this Institute gives us the opportu- He notes that the Institute embodies the nity to positively connect the mission of Catholic mission of Villanova, “which is the University with what we are already to say we are called to attend to the ques- doing in the Department of Communica- tions of justice and community in every- tion,” he says. thing we do.” The latter activities include giving He adds that the launch of WFI marks Michelangelo’s work in the Sistine Chapel an important milestone for the University,

Father Donohue and Christine and Lawrence M. Waterhouse Jr.

Winter 2011 5 Founder of a successful company that became a household name, Mr. Waterhouse enjoys a lighthearted moment with our nation’s “founding fathers” at the National Constitution Center.

Lawrence M. Waterhouse Jr. ’59 A&S

awrence M. Waterhouse Jr. is funds to education initiatives. He serves the University in 2004, and is a member of known in the business world for his as president of the foundation, and daugh- Villanova’s 1842 Heritage Society and success as founder of Waterhouse ters Christine and Jennifer and triplet President’s Council: Transforming Minds Investor Services, Inc., the precur- sons Lawrence III, Kevin and Patrick and Hearts. His grandson Scott Swindell- L Waterhouse ’08 VSB and daughter-in-law sor to TD Waterhouse Investor Services are directors. and later TD AMERITRADE. Today, TD Waterhouse has combined his commit- Jennifer Gentile Waterhouse ’92 A&S are Ameritrade (TD Waterhouse in Canada) is ment to service and education and his also Villanova graduates. one of North America’s largest online bro- dedication to his alma mater by generously After receiving his bachelor’s degree kerages, with 6.3 million clients and $300 donating $8 million to Villanova University, from Villanova, Waterhouse pursued billion in client assets. $3 million of which was dedicated to graduate studies at New York University Waterhouse has become equally the creation of the Waterhouse Family and served in the U.S. Marine Corps, admired in the academic world for his Institute for the Study of Communication reaching the rank of captain. In 1979 he dedication to education. In 1996, he and Society (WFI). founded Waterhouse Investor Services, established the Waterhouse Family He has remained actively involved with Inc. Today, he and his wife, Christine, Foundation, Inc., an independent Villanova since his graduation. He received reside in Jupiter, Fla. foundation that donates substantial an Honorary Doctor of Laws degree from

6 Villanova Magazine “As communicators, we have the ability to set an agenda and to put an issue that is being neglected in front of the public.” Nicholas Kristof, keynote speaker and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner because of the Institute’s potential to make Villanova the center of a global net- work of communication scholars and pro- fessionals interested in social justice. “Because of a greater focus on values, morality and social justice, Catholic universities are uniquely positioned to study communication, which is why the Waterhouse Family Institute for the Study of Communication and Society—the first institute of its kind—was created at Villanova,” says University President the Rev. Peter M. Donohue, O.S.A., Ph.D., ’75 A&S. “I believe deeply that these kinds of issues are essential to any democracy and deserve more investigation, especially scholarly investigation, and it is my hope that the Institute will play a major role Keynote Speaker Nicholas Kristof in that,” says New York Times op-ed Nicholas Kristof’s life’s work makes him an ideal fit as keynote speaker for the columnist Nicholas Kristof, who was launch of the Waterhouse Family Institute for the Study of Communication and the keynote speaker at the WFI launch Society. More than just a two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist for The New event. The two-time Pulitzer Prize York Times, he is an extraordinary thinker, human rights advocate and astute winner is widely known for bringing to chronicler of humanity. A seasoned journalist, he has traveled through China, light human rights abuses in Asia and Africa, India and South Asia, offering a compassionate glimpse into global health, Africa, such as human trafficking and poverty and gender in the developing world. the Darfur conflict. In 1990 Kristof and his wife, Sheryl Wu Dunn, then also a Times journalist, won “As communicators, we have the abil- a Pulitzer Prize for their coverage of China’s Tiananmen Square democracy move- ity to set an agenda and to put an issue ment. They were the first married couple to win a Pulitzer for journalism. Kristof that is being neglected in front of the pub- won a second Pulitzer in 2006 for commentary for what the judges called “his lic,” Kristoff adds. “In my own work I’ve graphic, deeply reported columns that, at personal risk, focused attention on geno- found that writing about issues I’ve stum- cide in Darfur and that gave voice to the voiceless in other parts of the world.” bled across by accident eventually results in growing attention and resources directed to the problem.” cation and rhetorical theory. His research to the University total $8 million, of which “A national leader in focuses on the contention that language, $3 million was dedicated to the creation of communication” and communication more generally, lie at WFI. Already his gifts have funded impor- The Institute will focus on three central the heart of the human condition and tant activities in the Department of Com- activities: connecting scholars and profes- must be accounted for in any attempt to munication, including Vatican internships sionals, supporting student-centered proj- create social change. and the production of award-winning ects and activities and funding innovative For Lawrence Waterhouse, his generous social justice documentaries. scholarly research. support of the Institute reflects his lifelong “I spent a wonderful four years at The vision for WFI developed from Dr. commitment to service and education and Villanova,” he says. “With my gift to the Crable’s own scholarly work in communi- his dedication to his alma mater. His gifts University, I wanted to help create some-

Winter 2011 7 thing that would be meaningful for with an inaugural conference that joined generations of students to come—and together communication scholars and pro- that had the potential to do a lot of good fessionals from around the world to discuss in the world.” the power of communication to create In 1996, Waterhouse established the positive social change. Waterhouse Family Foundation, Inc., an Talks between the Department of independent foundation that donates sub- Communication and Mr. Waterhouse stantial funds to education. Mr. Water- began in the spring of 2008, when Father house serves as president of the founda- Donohue first proposed the idea for the tion, and daughters Christine and Jennifer Institute to him. and triplet sons Lawrence III, Kevin and “Communication is central to ques- Patrick are directors of the foundation. tions of social change and social justice,” The University commemorated the Father Donohue says. “As a Catholic and Institute’s launch with a two-day celebra- Augustinian University, it is fitting for Vil- tion on October 1 and 2. The launch lanova to be at the forefront of generating kicked off on Friday night with a gala at innovative programs linking communica- the National Constitution Center in tion and social justice.” Philadelphia, featuring New York Times Communication is the largest single columnist Kristof. He is the co-author, undergraduate major at Villanova. In along with his wife, of The New York Times’ addition to an undergraduate degree, the bestseller Half the Sky: Turning Oppression Department of Communication offers a into Opportunity for Women Worldwide, master’s program as well as several gradu- which addresses the worldwide mistreat- ate certificate options. ment of and brutality toward women. “This is going to brand us as a national The launch events continued on Satur- leader in communication,” Dr. Crable day on the Villanova University campus says. “I have no doubt.” Bryan Crable, Ph.D., founding director of the Institute and associate professor and chairperson, Villanova University Department of Communi- cation, addresses the crowd.

Hundreds of communication scholars and professionals from the around Villanova students joined the daylong discussion about the power the world, joined by Villanova faculty, staff and students, gathered on of communication to create positive social change. campus October 2 for the Institute’s inaugural conference.

8 Villanova Magazine Alumni Voices

Diana Sugg ’87 A&S the mail room of United Talent Agency (my father included) fretted that I wasn’t Pulitzer Prize-winning Journalist has just produced a new film that’s getting learning anything practical, applicable. Veteran newspaper reporter Diana Sugg rave reviews and Oscar buzz. Iwanyk But, of course, I was developing some of worked her way up from writing radio copy recently visited campus and held a special the most important tools anyone can have: for the Associated Press to winning the screening of his movie The Town (starring The ability and desire to read and write.” Pulitzer Prize for her beat reporting for a Ben Affleck) for the Villanova commu- collection of stories that delved into the nity. His upcoming projects include primitive nature of modern medicine. As A Star is Born starring Beyonce. Carrie A. Neff ’03 A&S, ’07 G.S. a medical reporter for The Baltimore Sun Human Rights Campaigner for 10 years, she covered a range of break- Amnesty International ing news, enterprise and features. By tak- Gerald Marzorati ’75 A&S Carrie A. Neff spends her days crafting ing on taboo topics and getting inside Editor (Special Projects) messaging for a Nobel Peace Prize-winning some of the most intimate moments in The New York Times grassroots activist organization with health care, she gave her readers a clear- Gerald Marzorati has been with The 2.8 million supporters, activists and eyed look at how far medical science still New York Times since 1994. He started volunteers in more than 150 countries needs to go in areas including sepsis, still- his publishing career working nights as a worldwide. Her job at Amnesty Interna- births and the too-routine task of how proofreader at the SoHo News and eventu- tional involves working on major cam- physicians break news of death. ally moved on to Harper’s magazine and paigns designed to end grave abuses of “Villanova shaped me as a critical The New Yorker. In 1998, he was named human rights. thinker and as an astute observer,” Sugg editorial director of The New York Times During her time at Villanova, she says says. “The University prepared me and Magazine and in 2003 was named the her communication theory class with Dr. launched me well for a career in journal- magazine’s editor, responsible for produc- Bryan Crable, director of the Waterhouse ism, and the environment on campus ing 52 issues annually. Family Institute for the Study of Commu- made me want to do good for others and In addition to his success as an editor, nication and Society, had made the most also help the world in some small way.” in 1990 he received a PEN American impact on her work today. award for his first book of non-fiction,A “Villanova’s Department of Communi- Painter of Darkness: Leon Golub and Our cation taught me that you can’t take for Basil W. Iwanyk Times. He has written articles on popular granted that people always understand Producer and Founder, music for The New York Times Magazine, what you are trying to communicate,” she Thunder Road Pictures the online magazine Slate and other publi- says. “In any field—business, nonprofit or While he says “Villanova was the best four cations. He received the 2005 College of education—you cannot make any assump- years of my life,” it’s clear that 2010 is Liberal Arts and Sciences Medallion. tions. Taking the time to think more going to be especially memorable as well “What Villanova taught me is the value deeply about your messaging can bridge a for Basil Iwanyk. The persistent Holly- of studying communications and writing. lot of misunderstanding and help advance wood producer who began his career in Then, in the 1970s, as now, many parents your mission and your causes.”

Other Distinguished Villanova University Alumni in the Field of Communication

Kate S. Allison ’79 A&S Stephen R. Huvane ’83 A&S James P. “Jim” Musselman ’79 VSB Founder and CEO, Karma Public Relations Co-Founder, Slate PR Founder, President and Executive Maria Bello ’89 A&S Naomi Karam ’88 A&S Producer, Appleseed Recordings Golden Globe-nominated Actress Producer, NBC Nightly News with Albert E. Oxenreiter ’82 A&S Gerald S.J. “Gerry” Cassidy, Brian Williams Sports Anchor, WPXI-TV Pittsburgh Esq., ’63 A&S Richard J. Keating ’83 A&S Neil Oxman ’71 A&S Founder and Executive Chairman, CEO, Keating & Co. President and Political Consultant, Cassidy and Associates Howie Long ’82 A&S The Campaign Group Joseph E. Dugan ’87 A&S NFL Analyst, Fox Sports Diana C. Penna ’88 A&S Senior Vice President, CNN Digital Sales Jonathan L. Macks ’75 A&S Emmy Award-Winning News Anchor, Thomas C. “Tom” Farrell ’89 A&S Writer and Political Consultant KOVR-TV (CBS) Sacramento, Calif. President, The Workshop LLC Monica M. Malpass ’99 A&S, G.S. William P. Tucker ’81 VSB Rosa M. Gatti ’72 A&S Anchor, WPVI-TV (ABC) Philadelphia Chief Executive Officer, MediaVest USA Senior Vice President of Hisham Y. Melhem ’76 A&S Communications/Outreach, ESPN Washington Bureau Chief, Al-Arabiya

Winter 2011 9 stream of social consciousness? Researcher explores YouTube’s potential to promote or undermine social justice

By Su z a n n e We n t z e l

hey have no idea that their voices has access, then the existence of a ence—age, gender and other personal videos have been chosen. Not positive or negative relationship between information subscribers disclose when they the dental patient whose anes- YouTube and social justice is not only join the YouTube community. thesia-induced ramblings have plausible; it’s fraught with possibility. Now the researchers are in the process netted more than three million According to Dr. Woodard, YouTube of viewing and coding the content of the Tviewer hits. Not the gamer who records could provide a level of free expression clips. They must answer questions such as, and narrates his virtual shooting rampages. only dreamed of by the Founding Fathers is the video a tool for advocacy? Is it Not the New York City “vlogger” who and essential to a robust democracy. “If diverse in its gender or ethnic representa- offers a raw soliloquy on everything from this kind of platform educates us about tion? Does it contain problematic lan- parenting to graffiti. current issues, serves as a tool for social guage or unsafe behavior? Is it violent? These videos are among the 1,000 You- and political advocacy and allows us to be Sexual? Educational? They also must code Tube clips that a team of researchers at more effective watchdogs of those who each “character” in the video according to Villanova University has collected as part govern us, then we are better for it.” Such a set of criteria and, weighing beneficial of a groundbreaking study headed by is the promise of YouTube. features against detractors, assess the over- Emory Woodward IV, Ph.D., associate pro- The downside is that some of what is all quality of the video. fessor and director, Graduate Studies in expressed has little to do with education, Dr. Woodard’s research team— Nicho- Communication. In this first project spon- advocacy and diverse perspectives and a las Romeu ’11 A&S, ’12 G.S. and graduate sored the Waterhouse Family Institute for lot to do with dividing people and imperil- students Michael Martrich, Daniel Trucil the Study of Communication and Society, ing YouTube’s more vulnerable audiences. and David Penyak—has assumed responsi- researchers are systematically analyzing Content rife with problematic language, bility for much of the coding. Their peers, what people watch on today’s most popu- violence, substance abuse and risky behav- meanwhile, have pointed out that they are lar online video distribution platform for ior is unlikely to serve the interests of lucky to have such “work.” After all, isn’t originally created content. Their goal is to social justice or to create common ground. it fun to watch 60 YouTube videos a week? explore the “promise and peril” of You- Not really. The work has demanded Tube for social communication, that is, I want my YouTube clips careful attention to detail and the setting the platform’s potential to promote or The researchers’ mission has been to pro- aside of personal tastes. That is not undermine social justice. vide a baseline for future studies by look- difficult when videos are engaging or YouTube and social justice? Probably ing at the parameters and dimensions of uplifting. But when they are banal or not what comes to mind when people the YouTube environment. First they had offensive, researchers have to resist the search on “worst cover songs” or “funny to capture a sampling of YouTube videos temptation to tune out. “Part of the chal- pet videos.” But if one considers that, in being viewed at randomly selected times. lenge is remaining objective and sticking theory, the platform functions as a market- They also gathered viewer comments, with videos that are difficult to watch,” place of ideas to which a global range of number of hits and data about the audi- says Trucil.

10 Villanova Magazine “It is important for us as a society to understand YouTube because it’s where a significant portion of the population is spending its time," says communication scholar Emory Woodard IV, Ph.D.

Accentuate the positive between television, consumerism and case. “A concentration of relatively few The YouTube and other research projects criminal behavior. Since receiving his voices seems to dominate the program wed Dr. Woodard’s interest in using com- Ph.D. in 1998, he has devoted much of his environment, be it streaming video or munication as a strategy for positive social scholarship to the effect of media on chil- broadcast TV,” Dr. Woodard notes. change with his desire to serve the needs dren. His goal is not to demonize the Because Villanova is committed to of children. The former originated during media but to explore how they can be social justice and a values-driven educa- his undergraduate days at the University used to improve society. “These powerful tion, Dr. Woodard can pursue his research of Virginia. The latter arose from his expe- cultural agents can serve a positive func- with confidence, knowing he has the riences growing up in the shadow of the tion, so long as they are used in that support of his department and, now, the Glen Mills Schools in suburban Philadel- manner and we take steps to harness new institute. phia, where his father worked as a coun- that potential.” “WFI recognizes that the study and selor and admissions coordinator. The The YouTube study spun off from a practice of communication is invested in reform school’s guiding principle—that diversity project Dr. Woodard has worked questions of ethics and social justice— when youth are placed in a positive envi- on since 2007 with departmental colleague questions with which we wrestle in our ronment, they can change delinquent Leonard Shyles, Ph.D., associate professor. YouTube study. We would be remiss if we behavior to prosocial behavior—pro- The two have been comparing the levels did not ask, what are the consequences foundly influenced the future scholar. of content diversity in the broadcast and when people get their information from, As a doctoral student at the University Web video environments. One would and organize their social networks around, of Pennsylvania, Dr. Woodard focused expect the unregulated digital platform to this platform?” his dissertation on the relationship have greater diversity, yet such is not the

Winter 2011 11 A Difference-maker Communication student Jessica Lu speaks out for women with no voice

By Sh a w n Pr o c t o r

ver the years Jessica Lu ’11 Reading, Writing, Rhetoric interest in ideas, in communication’s rel- A&S has learned to follow At Villanova, she found, in addition to evance to social problems,” he says, adding her heart and trust her her devotion to the Blue Key Society and that he knew at that point she would be instincts. Her heart fell in working in Falvey Library, her classes in well-suited for an academic career. love with Villanova from communication allowed Lu to intellectu- Even though Lu has yet to graduate, herO first moment on campus and sparked ally explore her cultural and racial experi- she is already making waves among com- her drive to learn more about the Univer- ences. The rigorous and practical curricu- munication scholars for her paper “Obama sity’s academics and mission. Her instincts lum fit her needs as well by breaking up a and the Rhetorical Chorus: Rewriting the later led her to pursue a communication relatively broad field into eight specializa- Discourse of Colorblindness,” which degree with an English concentration in tions. examines the president’s portrayal in the writing and rhetoric and to use that “I fell in love with rhetoric. Not just media. Selected in a blind competition, knowledge in service to social justice. the argumentation, advocacy side of it, but her research was presented at the National “There is something about Villanova with the academic, theoretical side as Communication Association Annual that first came to me as a feeling. It is a well,” she explains. Conference in San Francisco in Novem- place that allows you to explore all of Bryan Crable, Ph.D., associate professor ber. There, she shared the podium with your options to unite the heart and and chairperson of the Communication communication scholars and faculty from mind,” she says. Department, says Lu is a perfect example across the country, marking the beginning The genesis of Lu’s interest in commu- of what is possible with Villanova’s of her plans to pursue graduate study in nication and rhetoric originates in her approach to communication, which pushes the field. family, which she describes as “culturally students to integrate theory and research “I put my cultural and racial experiences dynamic.” Her parents immigrated to the into their advanced topical studies. into my academics. And I’m blessed to United States from Vietnam and worked “Coursework has given her an opportu- have had professors here who have helped hard to succeed after settling near Harris- nity to really dig into the symbols, images me realize that I can do something that is burg, Pa. For Lu, however, the dichotomy and narratives surrounding race and gen- personally important and make it impor- of her Vietnamese-speaking home and der in popular culture,” he says. “We also tant to a national community,” she said. English-only elementary school produced a approach communication as central to heightened awareness to race and culture. questions of values and social justice.” Ideas into action “I have no idea whether my first word He remembers the day when he real- In the summer of 2009, Lu read a story on was English or Vietnamese,” she recalls. ized Lu was a truly special student. Dr. CNN about Betty Makoni, a woman from “Though my parents came to the United Crable had been lecturing about “bell Zimbabwe, whom she will never forget. States, I have always been here. So I have hooks,” an American author who explores After being raped by a local shopkeeper at had to work to learn to respect our differ- the relationship between race, class and age six, Makoni was forbidden by her fam- ences. The country is a melting pot, but gender, and Lu asked for additional titles ily to report the abuse. Then she witnessed differences are not something to ignore or by hooks and on the rhetoric of race. her father murder her mother two years eradicate. Differences are something to “This just blew me away. It spoke vol- later. Determined to become an advocate take into consideration.” umes about her intellectual curiosity and for other survivors, she earned two univer-

12 Villanova Magazine Jessica Lu ’11 A&S blends communication theory and research with practical application to empower victimized women.

sity degrees, became a teacher and founded Lu she flew her to Los Angeles for the To help raise money for GCNW, Lu will the Girl Child Network Worldwide CNN All-Star Heroes Tribute Gala, where also auction four tee shirts, featuring a (GCNW) in 1998. The 60,000-member Makoni was honored, so they could meet design drawn by her father and autographed organization’s mission is to combat sexual in person. by the Rev. Peter M. Donohue, O.S.A., abuse of women and girls, teach girls their “She is filled with passion. Other girls Ph.D., ’75 A&S, Villanova president, as rights and empower women to transform were talking, but she was doing,” says well as several coaches and athletes. themselves from victims into leaders. Makoni, who spoke from her home in Despite her many accolades, says Dr. Inspired by Makoni’s lifelong quest for Stan Ford Le Hope, England. Crable, Lu’s best is yet to come: “On cam- social justice for women, Lu decided to In June 2009, GCNova became the pus and across the world, she’s going to be contact her and suggest starting a chapter first GCNW chapter started at a U.S. uni- a difference-maker wherever she goes.” of the GCNW at Villanova to raise aware- versity. Makoni visited the University last “I have a home with my family, a home ness of sexual assault and raise money for April and plans to return in the fall to for- with my friends and I know I’ll always the organization. She was so impressed by mally launch the GCNova chapter. have a home here at Villanova,” Lu says.

Winter 2011 13 …and Education For All Villanovans give back to communities through Teach for America By Shawn Proctor

avid Pedra ’08 A&S recruit at YES Prep Public Schools, a students to the next grade. Though these applied to Teach for high performing charter school, put him children earned passing marks, the America (TFA) because face to face with educational inequality educational system was failing them. as a history major at in America today. Away from school, they had Villanova he felt called The reality was shocking. Many much more to worry about than to service. While on members of his seventh grade classes— homework: neighborhood violence, campus he had felt composed almost entirely of Hispanic or poverty and teen pregnancy. Often “plugged into” an array of service Latino students—read at only a second- the students filled the role of authority D grade level when they came to his school opportunities and wanted to continue figures in families where both parents service in his career. But teaching Social in the sixth grade. Administrators and worked the night shift. “They were the Studies and English in Houston as a TFA teachers simply continued promoting the head of the house, taking care of their

14 Villanova Magazine he received from one of his students over the city’s KIPP charter schools will now Thanksgiving break. School had been out have the opportunity to participate in for a week, and the boy called just because three seasons of sports, including he couldn’t wait for class on Monday. basketball, soccer, baseball and lacrosse. “He wasn’t calling with questions about homework or asking for extra credit. Villanova values The relationship I established with the “Two years seems like a long time. In students and their families was definitely terms of actually teaching it is a very my high point,” he says. short time to do an incredible amount of work,” says Sara Metzger ’09 A&S, a Right mindset, right work ethic second-year chemistry and biology teacher Talk to a TFA teacher long enough and at New Era Academy, a transformational sooner or later you’ll hear the word school in Baltimore. relentless. It may be the effect of Donna Her hometown is only 15 miles outside Foote’s book Relentless Pursuit: A Year of the city, yet they are completely in the Trenches with Teach for America, different worlds, she says. “I feel like I’ve which tells the stories of several first-year grown so much and learned more from my …and TFA recruits. students than they have from me.” More likely though, the word reflects Despite challenges unnumbered, the mindset every TFA teacher must research shows TFA’s corps outpaces the adopt to succeed in a program that requires accomplishments of traditionally minted them to function as a third-year teacher teachers. In a 2008 study, Urban Institute by the end of their first and expects found TFA teachers’ effect on student students to average one and a half to achievement in core classroom subjects two years of growth each academic year, was nearly three times that of teachers according to Pedra. with three or more years of experience. Education “You’ll expend more energy than you TFA corps members also tended to thought possible. We hold our teachers have graduated from more selective to a different standard—their job is to colleges and universities and scored higher close the achievement gap,” he says. on Praxis Exams, the teacher-licensing “A TFA teacher can never clock out. test. This year incoming corps members You can always make the lesson better.” earned an average GPA of 3.6, and As the child of two public school 89 percent held a significant leadership teachers, John Von Euw ’08 A&S position. The high caliber of teachers is For All recognized that gap early in life and says partly due to the organization’s rigorous his coursework at Villanova reinforced application process and 12 percent David Pedra ’08 A&S says his resolve to make a difference. He is acceptance rate. qualities common to Villanova in his third year of teaching Social Pedra says the qualities common to graduates make them strong Studies at KIPP: Central City Academy, Villanova graduates—self-reflectiveness, Teach for America candidates. a predominately African-American dedication to service and leadership— school in New Orleans. make them valuable to TFA and students Five years may have passed, yet the on the wrong side of the educa­tion gap. destruction left by Hurricane Katrina still Villanovans are people who overcome haunts his students in many ways. obstacles and strive for con­tinuous siblings. So at school they enjoyed “Some of them lost a year of school improvement. Based on the steady learning and engaging the material. and suffered personal trauma,” he says. number of Villanova graduates who They were sheltered, finally able to be “As teachers, we face incredible odds have been accepted by the corps over kids again,” says Pedra, who is now a TFA every day in the classroom. The right the years, TFA recognizes this passion program director in the Mid-Atlantic and mindset and work ethic will get you and drive translates into exceptional lives in Philadelphia. through anything, though. And in the classroom potential. It was daunting when he realized how end, it is worth it.” “Villanova creates people who far students lagged behind educational He counts his creation of a sports give of themselves without asking and standards, not to mention the 60 to 70 league as his greatest contribution to their do so humbly and respectfully,” Pedra says. hours of work required of him each week. lives. “It gives our school something to “That is why our graduates are set up Then he remembers that telephone call rally behind,” he says. Girls and boys in for success.”

Winter 2011 15 Tapped to be a host school for Leadership Education and Development (LEAD), the College of Engineering welcomed some of the nation’s best and brightest students to campus for a three-week tech trek and ’Nova immersion experience.

or Ric Ramsey, president and CEO of Leadership Educa- tion and Development (LEAD), the tears clinch it. If, on the closing day of a LEAD program, high school students Ready, Set, Fwho were strangers only three weeks earlier start hugging, weeping and promising to write on each other’s “wall,” then he knows the host university has done its job. Thus, when the flood- gates opened following students’ final presentations in Villanova’s College of Engineering, Ramsey had to smile. Not that the tears surprised Ramsey or his colleagues at LEAD, a national organization that partners with universities and corporations to enable academically strong high schoolers LeCollege of Engineeringad partners from diverse backgrounds to achieve their potential and become responsible leaders. They had been confident that Villanova with national program to bring would be a worthy addition to the cohort of schools that host outstanding high schoolers to campus LEAD’s Summer Engineering Institute (SEI). That cohort boasts such graduate-research titans as UC Berkeley and Georgia Tech. Since launching SEI in 2008, LEAD had been looking for a By Su z a n n e We n t z e l high-caliber school that emphasized undergraduate engineering

16 Villanova Magazine education. With its nationally ranked undergraduate program and respective high schools to greener heights: Hey, guys, did you commitment to heightening high school students’ interest in know that blade size affects wind-turbine performance? That engineering, Villanova’s College of Engineering topped the list. green roofs reduce energy costs? The College debuted as a host for SEI this past summer and received rave reviews. “We were impressed not only with the Future leaders in training quality and rigor of the content,” Ramsey says, “but also with how Besides introducing students to technical content, team projects easily Villanova took its place within the LEAD family and and activities helped them develop leadership skills. During embraced what the LEAD brand means.” brainstorming sessions, for example, they had to overcome their reticence to get a project off the ground. “Sometimes we didn’t Hands-on engineering know what to do or who should do it, and that’s when you had to As soon as the 30 students arrived on campus, they plunged take the lead and assign jobs,” says Kevin, a senior from Texas. into the engineering waters. One activity had the added Through classes, labs, projects, benefit of promoting Villano- field trips, professional devel- va’s commitment to service opment workshops and presen- learning. Guided by Andrea tations by corporate sponsors, Welker, Ph.D., P.E., associate students learned fundamental professor, Civil and Environ- principles in all disciplines, mental Engineering, student experienced solidarity through teams engaged in a bridge- team work and explored building competition with career opportunities. time and design constraints. Challenging group assign- The next day, students ments required students to reworked the lesson and innovate and communicate. presented it to youth from a How can we build a rocket Philadelphia middle school. without any directions? How “Having to teach engineer- can we use cardboard and foil ing topics to a younger audi- to design the best solar cooker? ence forced the LEAD students “Our ideas didn’t always work, to employ technical, communi- and I liked that!” says Carina, cation and leadership skills,” a junior from Delaware. “It’s Mentored by Kaitlin Vacca (right), a doctoral candidate in the College of says John Roland ’09 Cp.E., fun to find the problem and Engineering, LEAD students test the green roof they designed and constructed the graduate coordinator for try to fix it.” as part of a curriculum centered on sustainable engineering. Engineering Service Programs Experiential learning is and creator of many of the central to the College’s approach to engineering education. As a LEAD activities. The experience also affirmed that Villanova host school for LEAD, it drew upon this expertise to develop expects students to serve others. hands-on activities that encouraged students to dive in. “They were excited to have the chance to build,” says Amy Fleischer, Lasting ties Ph.D., associate professor, Mechanical Engineering. “Who doesn’t When not busy building circuit boards or designing computer prefer to learn by doing?” models, students savored campus life and the Villanova culture. They bonded with each other and the resident assistants (RAs) Face time with faculty who supervised them. The RAs, all engineering majors, served as Dr. Fleischer was one of the many faculty, including two depart- mentors, tutors and fellow unabashed techies. ment chairs, who participated in LEAD. They taught, advised They also stepped up as recreation directors. Between soccer and led “fireside chats.” Gary Gabriele, Ph.D., Drosdick Endowed games and social events and weekend excursions, RAs enter- Dean of the College of Engineering, helped relieve first-week tained students and helped them experience the sense of commu- jitters by sharing anecdotes from his engineering career. nity that Villanova fosters. “We hung out, made jokes, ate piz- Wherever the students went—the Franklin Institute, PECO za—that’s what you do with friends, and that’s what the LEAD headquarters, the Fairmount Water Works—Stephen Jones, students were to us,” notes Sean Dunn ’11 M.E., head RA. Ed.D., associate dean for Student & Strategic Programs and an A nurturing environment; experiential learning; service to administrative liaison with LEAD, accompanied them. Such others; personal attention: these are strengths the College shared personal attention from faculty and administrators left its mark. with LEAD. In turn, LEAD provided a successful program frame- “I loved meeting people who care about what they do,” says work, a supportive staff and corporate partners whose perspec- Nick, a senior from Florida. “The professors had so much passion, tives were invaluable. Above all, it exposed the College to a tal- and a Villanova admissions counselor I had met at my high ented, diversified, national pool of students, many of whom now school remembered who I was even before I said my name!” advocate for LEAD and Villanova in their own social networks. One topic faculty are particularly passionate about is sustain- Dr. Hampton and Dr. Jones are already mapping out the ability, which is why Frank Hampton, Ph.D., assistant professor, next two summers and keeping a list of lessons learned so that Civil and Environmental Engineering, and program director for Villanova will grow even stronger as a LEAD host institution. LEAD, developed the curriculum around this theme. Even the Somewhere on that list is a note to stock up on tissues. projects that teams prepared for their final presentations per- tained to sustainability. Those presentations left no doubt. Stu- Visit the August 2010 news archives at engineering.villanova.edu to dents were well-equipped to take cafeteria conversations at their learn more.

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The Rev. Donald F. Reilly, O.S.A., D. Min., ’71 A&S

e is a highly respected priest Donald F. Reilly, O.S.A., D. Min. is per- ian charism and role in the worldwide who just finished his term as a haps most proud is his role in the life Augustinian community. As a Board mem- member of the Villanova of an AIDS patient. ber and as Prior Provincial, he undertook a University Board Trustees. More than 20 years ago, when the HIV/ major project—the renovation of the HHe is a two-term Prior Provincial of the AIDS epidemic was at its height, Father Monastery and Health Center—which has Province of St. Thomas of Villanova, Reilly felt called to help. He enrolled in a enriched the entire Villanova community. charged with the care and leadership program in Philadelphia which matched Today, thanks to a bright, windowed of 230 Augustinian friars. Yet the volunteers with people living with AIDS chapel, Villanova students can witness the accomplishment of which the Rev. who needed assistance and companionship. Augustinians at prayer—and also join “I thought I’d be them. An outdoor seating area allows taking someone to elderly Augustinians to interact with the movies or help- students walking by to classes. The ing them with their Monastery and Health Center is now a grocery shopping,” focal point on campus, offering a feeling he recalls. of inclusion in keeping with Villanova’s Instead, he Augustinian ideals. was assigned an Father Reilly’s talents for connecting 11-month-old baby people have extended to other facets of his boy. “I wasn’t quite career. He is a co-founder of SILOAM prepared for that,” Ministries, a Philadelphia-based organiza- he admits. “I told tion which serves the HIV/AIDS commu- the director I’d nity, where he ministers to and counsels think about it.” HIV/AIDS patients and caregivers. He That afternoon holds a D.Min. from New York Theological he did his daily Seminary, an M.A. from Washington Theo- walk to a local logical Union and a B.A. from Villanova. shopping center. As a young man, Father Reilly contem- “There were plated his future carefully. “Coming from Christmas decora- a large family, I was looking for a blend tions all around. I of religious life and a family environment, thought, ‘A baby at with the emphasis on community,” he Christmas. How recalls. “It clicked when I met the can I say no?’” Augustinians.” Compassion, The same can be said of his relation- caring and inclu- ship with the 11-month-old AIDS patient sion are the hall- he was matched with on that long-ago marks of Father December day. They forged a father-son Reilly’s career. Dur- relationship, and the young man—now a ing his two five- college senior planning a career in social year terms on the work—is still part of his life. Board of Trustees, “I tried to do something good, and which end this something good happened to me,” Father year, he has helped Reilly says simply. “You’re not always elevate the Uni- aware of what you’re looking for until versity’s Augustin- you find it.”

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The Rev. Gary N. McCloskey, O.S.A., Ph.D. ’73 A&S

ost of us are consumed by the access for diverse students that have languages,” he recalls. (That’s not surpris- demands of one job, but the received more than $4.7 million in ing for a man who reads Aramaic, an Rev. Gary N. McCloskey, grant funding. ancient Biblical language.) O.S.A., Ph.D., juggles three— He has spent much of his career work- With a Ph.D. in instructional leader- Mand thrives on it. He is Provincial Coun- ing with diverse student populations and is ship from the University of Miami, he has selor for Education for the Province of interested in “evening the playing field” served as provost and Chaired Professor St. Thomas of Villanova, Prior of St. for college students for whom English is a of Augustinian Pedagogy at Merrimack Thomas of Villanova Monastery and second language. “For example, sometimes College. During his career he has focused Director of Augustinian Friends. Spanish-speaking students have difficulty on Augustinian pedagogy as a distinctive In addition, he is finishing up his with certain U.S. testing styles simply institutional competence. second and final term as a member of the because the structure of the language is so “St. Augustine tells us, ‘Search in ways Villanova University Board of Trustees, different from English,” he explains. to make discoveries, and discover in ways where he was involved in ensuring the One of his fondest career memories is to keep on searching,’” he says. “He found depth and quality of the academic compo- his time as vice president for Academic insights into truth when he searched for nent of the University. Affairs at St. Thomas University in answers to other people’s questions.” “Over the past 10 years, we’ve focused Miami. “I emcee’d graduation in three —Jennifer Schu on having excellent academic programs recognized by peers, and we’ve witnessed the continuous improvement of not only specific programs offered to students but the entire Villanova educational experi- ence,” he says. He feels Villanova’s strong commit- ment to undergraduate excellence is a big selling point—and a reason the University keeps climbing in rankings. “Villanova values both the graduate and undergradu- ate experiences. We tend to hire faculty members who are unique, who are equally devoted to undergraduate teaching and graduate-level research.” Father McCloskey himself has a reputa- tion for innovation in education. Quick to recognize the value of technology in edu- cational settings, he earned his master’s degree in computing in education from Columbia University in 1994, at the dawn of the Internet Age. His research studies include instruc- tional technology, curriculum, educational policy, popular culture, engineering educa- tion and sustainability. He is a co-author of Computers, Curriculum and Cultural Change: An Introduction for Teachers (1st and 2nd editions). He has designed pro- grams for educational and technological

Winter 2011 19 Building the Future John Gotanda named sixth dean of Villanova School of Law

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20 Villanova Magazine he University announced Community of learners the appointment of John Gotanda’s vision for the coming Yukio Gotanda, J.D., as the years utilizes Villanova’s unique new dean of the Villanova strengths in order to propel the School of Law in October. School of Law to its place among This appointment, effective the nation’s leading law schools. January 1, 2011, concludes a yearlong The School will attract an excep- nationalT search, led by Villanova trustees, tionally talented and diverse stu- administrators and alumni. dent body and prepare graduates “John’s exceptional qualifications, to be professionally and person- impressive vision and strong leadership ally successful. It will feature fac- abilities—combined with his proven com- ulty who are nationally and inter- mitment to Villanova’s Catholic and nationally recognized for Augustinian mission—make him uniquely excellence in teaching and schol- qualified to lead the School of Law as it arship. The School will be a achieves new levels of excellence in the leader in service to the commu- coming years,” says the Rev. Peter M. nity, particularly the poor and Donohue, O.S.A., Ph.D., ’75 A&S, disadvantaged. Villanova University president. “This is a very exciting time in Gotanda, a native of Honolulu, earned the Law School’s history. We his B.S. in Business Administration and have a strong and talented group Juris Doctor from the University of of faculty, students and alumni, Hawaii. A distinguished scholar and and we have a beautiful new member of the Villanova community for state-of-the-art learning facility,” 16 years, he is recognized as one of the Gotanda says. “These community world’s leading authorities on damages assets provide the foundation in international law. upon which we will together He has published in leading journals, build our School’s future.” including the American Journal of Interna- But for Villanova’s School of tional Law, the Harvard International Law Law to be distinguished it must Journal and the Oxford University Com- also be distinctive. parative Law Forum, and his writings have His plan for the School of been cited by the U.S. Supreme Court and Law, which supports the overall the U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Sec- University Strategic Plan, ond, Seventh, Ninth and Eleventh Cir- emphasizes the importance of an inspired, These attributes will become even more cuits, as well as by international tribunals. united academic community—with a essential as many law firms today devote Gotanda has served at Villanova shared sense of mission and purpose—at fewer resources to training young lawyers. School of Law as the associate dean for the heart of the School. “They want their new hires to be able to Academic Affairs, associate dean for hit the ground running. Our graduates are Research, director of the J.D./M.B.A. Pro- Global service and leadership going to work with people in many differ- gram and professor of Law. In these roles, Within the context of the worldwide prac- ent areas—they need internship and he has directed major academic programs tice of law, Gotanda’s vision prioritizes externship opportunities and capstone and projects, such as the J.D./M.B.A. Pro- interdisciplinary curricula, synergies among experiences to be prepared to work with gram, the Judicial Externship Program and faculty courses and scholarship University- technical experts and professionals from the Global Democracy Project; led cur- wide; global learning experiences; and a other fields,” Gotanda says. ricular improvement and faculty recruit- reinvigorated commitment to the School’s The School of Law will also work ment efforts; and spearheaded initiatives Catholic and Augustinian roots. toward increasing its efforts to serve to promote faculty scholarship. Gotanda is a consulting expert on dam- others. Gotanda is contemplating adding As dean, Gotanda will serve as the ages for some of the world’s largest compa- service components to the curriculum chief administrator and chairperson of the nies. He recently was involved in a $15 and partnering with other colleges to School of Law—which has approximately billion international dispute and worked create collaborative programs. These 750 students, 48 faculty members, 60 staff with economists, financial analysts and projects not only help develop legal members and 10,000 alumni. accountants, as well as with civil- and skills but also provide a public service He will oversee an annual budget of common-law-trained lawyers in Paris, and show students how lawyers play an more than $25 million and lead the London and New York. There, he saw important role fulfilling the needs of School’s long-range strategic and aca- firsthand the importance of lawyers being the community. demic planning, curricular and profes- able to work across disciplines and in a These initiatives go far beyond simply sional development initiatives, faculty global environment. making the School distinctive. They are research support, student services, The Villanova lawyer, he believes, what define the University’s graduates and fundraising, external relations and should be versed in global issues, ethical, the essence of who we are as Villanovans, alumni services. willing to go the extra mile and flexible. Gotanda says.

Winter 2011 21 Mission in Action Villanovans celebrate the school’s Augustinian heritage

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ddicted to crack and eating out to embrace anew the University’s heri­tage outings and activities that help youngsters of garbage cans, Kevin Stroman and mission and to show their commit- develop life skills. was far from home when he ment to truth, unity and love through Because Stroman is focused on sowing Acame to his senses. He went intellectual inquiry, prayer and reflection, seeds, he may not see the fruit of his through rehab, and in 1994, clean, sober and outreach. The sea of blue that efforts until years later. Recently, a young and reborn, the prodigal son journeyed engulfs the Pavilion for the Day of Service man who had participated in KFN in its from San Diego back to the neighborhood sendoff testifies that thousands say yes early years approached Stroman, put out he had left 25 years earlier, the Mount to this call. his hand and thanked him for all he had Pleasant section of Wayne, Pa. After arming themselves with tools, done. “That was a sign from God telling He didn’t know how his hometown paint and cleaning supplies, volunteers me to continue this work,” Stroman says. would receive him. He didn’t know how disperse throughout Greater Philadelphia The work can be a lot for someone God planned to use him. He just knew he to perform tasks requested by the service holding down a job and operating a non- wanted to mentor kids by shooting hoops sites. The nature of the work does not profit in his spare time. Stroman appreci- with them. matter. Living Villanova’s mission so that ates the help Day of Service volunteers What started as Stroman’s mission to other entities can live their mission does. provide in sprucing up the property. While find venues where he could host positive Villanova students wash windows, wipe activities for youth grew into the nonprofit No task too small down walls and pull weeds, Stroman seizes organization called Kids First Now! Whenever he unlocks the door of the Carr the chance to impart words of hard-earned (KFN). Since 1994, KFN has fostered School/Mount Pleasant Chapel, Stroman wisdom to students: Stick to your books, responsible citizenship, leadership and has to pinch himself. Yes, this restored keep sight of your goals and don’t do any- self-respect in children through activities local landmark really is KFN’s home. Here thing that messes with your head. that encourage academic, social and cul- students gather to do homework, receive “The Day of Service is important to tural growth. The founder and president of tutoring, use computers and pursue educa- me,” Stroman says, “but I hope I’m impor- KFN, Stroman is determined to see every tional interests. Here, too, Stroman plans tant to the Day of Service.” participant succeed. “I got caught up in drugs and alcohol to get people to like me,” he says. “I want these kids to love themselves and be strong citizens so that they won’t make the choices I made.” Many are helping Stroman achieve this goal, including Villanova University.

Putting ideals into practice KFN is one of scores of churches, agencies and organizations with whom the Univer- sity partners on the Day of Service. Initi- ated by the Rev. Peter M. Donohue, O.S.A., Ph.D., ’75 A&S as part of his inauguration as University president, this outpouring of students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends in service to the com- munity has become the centerpiece of the annual St. Thomas of Villanova Celebra- tion, which in 2010 ran September 9–12. The celebration honors the legacy of the University’s patron, the 16th-century archbishop of Valencia. Possessing a keen mind, a bold faith and a servant heart, St. Thomas embodied the Augustinian ideals of Veritas, Unitas and Caritas as he chal- lenged the status quo and ministered to the poor. Above: Kevin Stroman (back, second from left) with Kids First Now! students and Pi Beta Phi Held near the start of the academic sisters Stefani Berrios (front, left), Lauren Haggerty (front, right) and Laura Mika (back, left). year, the celebration invites Villanovans Facing page: A grade schooler reads aloud to Stefani Berrios during an after-school homework session.

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Time out for reflection lays a foundation for future building. “My has connected Villanova with other Day This reciprocity shows that service can hope is that we will generate positive of Service partner sites. Villanova, mean- be educational. By stepping into someone change and new relationships that last a while, has fostered fellowship among site else’s world, people see issues from a lifetime,” Father Donohue says. representatives by hosting an annual lun- new perspective. Stroman is already seeing such change. cheon. This year, it helped many sites During reflection periods built into the Years ago, a University contact would acquire items essential to their mission by Day of Service, volunteers ponder why arrange for Stroman to bring youth to adding a Community Collection Day to they are serving and how it affects them. campus events, but that person moved the patronal celebration. They receive a card listing opportunities to a new job. Thanks to the Day of Ser- to make service part of their regular rou- vice, his relationship with Villanova is What Villanovans do tine. The presentation at the day’s end of regaining momen­tum. He has met staff For freshmen, the Day of Service is a rite the Distinguished Service Award—this and administrators who support his work of passage. Working alongside deans, year to Nancy Mott, Ed.D., director of and are eager to explore ways that Vil- teams, friars and fraternities, they live Learning Support Services—honors those lanova can make its facilities and the ideals they have heard so much about, who have exemplified service to the resources available to KFN. and then the light dawns: This is what University community. “I’m proud and humbled to see the Villanovans do. The reflection process continues at University reaching out to our commu- Some seasoned volunteers take the Sunday’s liturgies. People of all faiths are nity,” Stroman says. “By being on campus, extra step of joining the Day of Service invited to gather and share in the joy cre- the kids see that they have something to Committee, working many hours to ensure ated by the Day of Service. At this year’s aim for and that they, too, can be part of that the mega event hums. “I was attracted Masses, students spoke about their experi- the Nova Nation.” The Villanovans clos- to the opportunity to collaborate with fac- ences and encouraged congregants to find est to his heart are the sisters from Pi Beta ulty and staff in planning an event that ways to serve. Phi. As a result of the Day of Service, this incorporates Villanova’s core values,” says sorority adopted KFN, and twice a week Kyle Holtz ’11 A&S, student chair of the A growing family members come to the Carr School to help 2010 committee. The Day of Service doesn’t end with with homework and spend quality time Faithful to their Villanova identity, Villanovans riding off into the sunset, with the youngsters. graduates participate in the Day of Service never to be heard from again. Rather, it A networker extraordinaire, Stroman through alumni chapters and other outlets. In his first year at PricewaterhouseCoo- pers, Eric Bendin ’08 VSB encouraged fel- low alumni at the firm’s Philadelphia offices to register as a group, and their involvement has continued ever since. Villanova does not require students to promote justice, but it shouldn’t have to. “By enrolling in a Catholic, Augustinian institution, students understand they are expected to right wrongs and think about the consequences of their choices,” says Mark Doorley, Ph.D., director of the Eth- ics Program and coordinator of a Camden service site. “They have a tremendous capacity to make the world a better place for others.” Similar thoughts occur to Stroman as he locks up the Carr School and steps into the dusk. Having been at the helm of KFN for 16 years, he is convinced more than ever that he, Villanovans and people every- where involved in community service must stay faithful to their respective missions. “We can’t be selfish in this world,” Villanovans worked with Germantown High School students and Principal Margaret Mullen- Stroman says. “It’s a privilege to give Bavwidinsi (holding sign) to repaint sections of the building's interior and exterior. American Eagle others what they need—to touch their Outfitters sponsored the site. lives and make a difference.”

24 Villanova Magazine Saturday in the Park Manhattan one of 14 alumni chapters to support Day of Service

As evening drew near and customers community food programs throughout ated, I had a void in my life. When I made their final purchases at New York New York City. became co-chair of our philanthropy City’s Union Square Greenmarket, Manhattan was one of 14 alumni committee in 2008, my goal was to alumni from Villanova’s Manhattan chapters across the country that create opportunities for alumni to do Chapter got down to work. participated in the 2010 St. Thomas of something valuable and meaningful.” For the next few hours, they col- Villanova Day of Service. Being involved Having seen chapter members lected and bagged radishes, greens in community outreach, says Gita Gupte spend a Saturday evening up to their and other produce donated by ’04 A&S, new vice president of the ears in ears of corn, Gupte knows farmers closing up their stalls. They Manhattan chapter, enables alumni to how much the Day of Service resonates then loaded the bags onto a truck carry on a tradition begun at Villanova. with alumni. “The level of commitment from City Harvest, an organization “Service was such a big part of my demonstrated by the group really that “rescues” food and delivers it to college experience that when I gradu- impressed me.”

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Day of Service From the morning sendoff until the closing community dinner, the 2010 St. Thomas of Villanova Day of Service was charged with energy, excitement and enthusiasm. Some 4,500 volunteers—students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends—spread out to more than 180 sites in the Philadelphia region, taking part in an event that has become a signature initiative of the University. Participants weeded, painted, planted and odd-jobbed their way through the day, working alongside representatives of the agencies with which Villanova partners.

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The Sunday evening liturgies in St. Thomas of Villanova Church served as a fitting conclusion to the 2010 patronal celebration—and as a stirring invitation to those gathered to take advantage of service opportunities throughout the year.

28 Villanova Magazine A Word for our Sponsors The Good News About Guilt Renowned political analyst delivers St. Thomas of Villanova Lecture As participation in the Day of Service has boomed—from 1,000 volunteers and 35 Catholic guilt gets a bum rap, but of his book Souled Out: Reclaiming Faith sites to 4,500 volunteers and more than according to Washington Post columnist and Politics After the Religious Right. He 180 sites in five years—the need for trans- and Brookings Institution senior fellow found Villanova to be “an incredibly warm, portation, tools and other supplies also E. J. Dionne Jr., pricking the consciences intellectual community that wears its Cath­ has increased. This year, the generosity of of politicians and supporters at both ends olicism with pride and without a triumphal­ corporate sponsors defrayed the costs of the spectrum might be the key to cre- ism that turns people off to the tradition.” associated with the event and helped ating a more just society. Each year, the St. Thomas of Villanova ensure the success of the 2010 St. “Is the Catholic Political Vocation to Celebration begins with a symposium or Thomas of Villanova Celebration. Make Everyone Feel Guilty About Some- lecture that examines a current issue in Thanks to the initiative of Brian Wynne thing?” was the topic of Dionne’s St. light of Catholic social teaching. In his ’86 A&S, president and general manager, Thomas of Villanova Lecture on Septem- opening remarks, University President Still Beverages, Coca-Cola North America, ber 9. The role of the Catholic Church in the Rev. Peter M. Donohue, O.S.A., the Coca-Cola Co. served as lead sponsor politics, argued Dionne, is to “challenge Ph.D., ’75 A&S said the intersection of of the celebration. It provided significant narrowly ideological views.” However, the faith and politics was an apt theme. “This financial support and donated Minute Church falls short if it causes “discomfort” celebration challenges us to speak out Maid orange juice and Dasani water. to only one side, be it the left or the right. about and live what we believe.” Company representatives attended the After the lecture, Dionne signed copies Day of Service sendoff, including Fran McGorry, president, the Philadelphia Coca-Cola Bottling Co. American Eagle Outfitters, whose CEO is James O’Donnell ’63 VSB, a member of Villanova University’s Board of Trustees, donated 6,000 commemorative T-shirts. Aurora Imaging Co., co-founded by Sean Quinn ’00 C.E. and Enrique Mendoza ’00 C.E., created promotional videos. In addition, Advanced Staging Produc- tions furnished audiovisual equipment, while Metropolitan Flag & Banner Co. donated signage and banners. Wachovia, a Wells Fargo company, gave financial support. Several other sponsors also made donations.

Fran McGorry (left), president, the Philadelphia Coca-Cola Bottling Co., and key Coca-Cola executives Domenic Celenza (second from right) and Paul O’Donnell (right) join the Rev. Peter M. Donohue, O.S.A., Ph.D., ’75 A&S at the Day of Service sendoff.

Winter 2011 29 News

Villanova Recognized as Top Producer of Fulbright Students

he competition is staggering; the “Such a wonderful accomplishment is a Tselection process, intense; the payoff, testament to the excellence of Villanova’s incalculable. And Villanovans know it as academic and co-curricular programs and well as anyone. Every year since 1994, the to the outstanding students who seek to University has had one or more students extend their Villanova education by serv- receive a grant from the U.S. Student Ful- ing as representatives of Villanova and the bright Program to teach or study abroad. United States abroad as U.S. Fulbright In October, for the sixth year out of the Students,” says Jane (Coyle) Morris ’78 last seven, The Chronicle of Higher Educa- A&S, director of the Center for Under- tion cited Villanova as one of the top pro- graduate Research and Fellowships. ducers of U.S. Fulbright Students in the Established by Congress in 1946, category of master’s institutions. the Fulbright Program is the flagship In 2010, for example, four graduates international educational exchange pro- received the prestigious award. Two are gram sponsored by the U.S. government teaching in South Korea, a third is teach- and is administered by the Institute of ing in Nepal and the fourth is studying International Education. Its mission is to law in the United Arab Emirates. Villano- increase mutual understanding between va’s strong track record of producing Ful- the people of the United States and of bright students started in 1976, when other countries. It provides participants Kent Grosh ’10 M.E. received a Fulbright Donna Collins received a grant to study in with the opportunity to study, teach and English Teaching Assistantship and is working Romania. Since then, more than 40 Vil- conduct research, exchange ideas and in Nepal. lanova graduates have been offered contribute to finding solutions to shared awards, and another two dozen have been international concerns. named alternates or finalists.

Global Pursuits he lure of living and learning in a Tdifferent culture has more and more Villanova students signing up for study abroad. According to the annual Open Doors report issued in 2010 by the Institute of International Education—the same orga- nization that administers the Fulbright pro- gram—Villanova is ranked #2 nationwide among master’s institutions in the “Leading Institutions by Total Number of Study Abroad Students” category. This Open Doors placement is the highest Villanova has ever received and testifies to the successful internationalization efforts of the staff of Villanova’s Office of International Studies, which is directed by Lance M. Ken- ney. The university also earned the #4 spot nationwide among master’s institutions in the “Leading Institutions by Mid-Length Duration of Study Abroad” category. The Open Doors report tracks all aspects of international education, from matriculating During spring break from University College Dublin, Chemical Engineering students Brittany Doyle international students to participation in ’12 (left) and Catherine Schmidt ’12 visited the John Lennon Peace Wall in Prague, the capital of English as a Second Language programs. the Czech Republic.

30 Villanova Magazine Name, Rank and Serious Numbers The Unforgiving Minute

illanova University earned #1 place- universities for their performance in Selected as One Book Vment in the Regional University– 10 categories: Energy Supply, Efficiency, Villanova North category in U.S.News & World Food, Academics, Purchasing, Transporta- Report’s 2010 “America’s Best Colleges” tion, Waste Management, Administration, apt. Craig Mullaney’s The Unforgiving rankings. Villanova has held this top spot Financial Investments and Other Initia- CMinute, an extraordinary story of one for nearly two decades. tives. A total of 163 universities nation- soldier’s singular education, has been U.S.News & World Report also ranked wide made the list, with Villanova earning selected for this year’s One Book Vil- Villanova #1 in the Regional University– the #53 spot. lanova, a campus-wide effort spanning the North category for “Great Schools, Great In addition to its overall placement, academic year Prices.” This ranking is determined by a Villanova ranked among the top 26 that presents school’s academic quality in relation to schools in the nation for green investment to the the net cost of attendance for a student practices; the top 35 schools for green pur- University a who receives the average level of need- chasing practices; and the top 44 for aca- book worthy based financial aid. demic offerings related to sustainability. of close In Bloomberg Businessweek’s inaugural Environmental sustainability is a natu- reading, college value ranking—based on each ral outgrowth of the University’s Catholic discussion school’s “30-year net return on investment,” Augustinian culture. “The earth and all its and course which represents the average earnings of a life forms inherently deserve our respect adoption. graduate after deducting the cost of the and our stewardship,” says University Pres- All full- degree and adjusting for graduation rates— ident the Rev. Peter M. Donohue, O.S.A., time under- Villanova earned the #25 spot nationwide. Ph.D., ’75 A&S. “We are committed to graduate stu- Villanova’s commitment to environ- intellectual endeavors, actions and poli- dents received mental sustainability also received cies that support our environment now free copies of national recognition. The Sierra Club’s and for generations to come.” the book in annual “Cool Schools” ranking judged September. The author will visit and present a Kenyan Ambassador Visits Villanova lecture January 31. A West Point grad, Rhodes Scholar o foster greater understanding and col- Kenyan universities, Villanova University and Army Ranger who battled al-Qaida in Tlaboration between Americans and and the USA-Kenya Chamber of Com- Afghanistan as part of Operation Enduring Africans, Elkanah Odembo, Kenya’s merce [USKCC] are establishing for stu- Freedom, Mullaney recounts his education Ambassador to the United States, visited dents, faculty and alumni,” says Christine in the art of war and reckons with the Villanova on Oct. 26. The ambassador Martey Ochola, Ph.D., assistant professor hard wisdom that only battle can bestow. delivered a lecture on “Magical Kenya: A of Chemistry and president of the Compelling and haunting, the story is an Nation’s Metamorphosis & Ascension to USKCC, a sponsor of the event. unforgettable portrait of a young soldier Leadership,” held a roundtable with fac- The College of Liberal Arts and Sci- on the path to becoming a man. ulty interested in collaborating with ences’ Africana Studies Program and Insti- Mullaney’s military decorations include Kenyan counterparts and met with the tute for Global Interdisciplinary Studies, the Bronze Star, Army Commendation Rev. Peter M. Donohue, O.S.A., Ph.D., as well as the Villanova School of Busi- Medal with “V” Device, Combat Infantry- ’75 A&S, University president. ness’s Center for Global Leadership and man Badge, Ranger Tab and Parachutist “Ambassador Odembo is looking for- Center for Innovation, Creativity, and Badge. Appointed senior advisor at the ward to the robust collaboration that Entrepreneurship, also sponsored the visit. U.S. Agency for International Develop- ment (USAID) last April, Mullaney advises the USAID administrator on issues related to Afghanistan and Pakistan. Save the Date: The One Book Villanova program is The 13th annual Villanova Literary Festival kicks off with a new series of readings by made possible by a generous gift from Patricia H. Imbesi, a member of Villanova acclaimed authors. All readings are free and are followed by a reception and book University’s Board of Trustees. signing. First up: fiction writerMonique Truong, Tues., Feb. 1, 7 p.m. For a complete list of authors and dates, visit www.villanova.edu/artsci/english/news/festival.htm.

Winter 2011 31 News

Special Olympians Rock Around the Clock

1950s theme greeted Special Olym- A pics athletes, coaches, volunteers and supporters from across the state Nov. 5-7 for Special Olympics Pennsylvania’s Fall Festival, the largest annual student-run Special Olympics event in the world. Villanova hosted more than 3,000 volunteers, 400 coaches and 1,000 ath- letes, who competed in bocce, long dis- tance running, power lifting, roller skat- ing, soccer and volleyball. Opening Ceremonies held in the Pavilion featured an array of speakers, including Dick Vermeil, former head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs. Athletes enjoyed entertainment orga- nized by the Special Olympics Student Committee, including a showing of the movie Grease, a victory parade, a victory The King (impersonated by “Rob E.”) rocked with athletes during Special Olympics Pennsylvania’s dance and a special “Olympic town” on Fall Festival. the Quad, complete with games, karaoke and crafts. In addition, there were screen- manage the Villanova men’s and women’s every aspect of the Festival, from staging ings of Villanova’s student-produced docu- basketball teams, respectively. Closing ceremonies to managing budgets to coor- mentary Coming off the DL, featuring Ceremonies took place Sunday afternoon. dinating volunteers. The students’ col- Frank Kineavy ’13 and Nick Gaynor ’14, Villanova’s Special Olympics Student laboration, devotion and work ethic Villanova students with cerebral palsy who Committee works year round to organize embody “Veritas, Unitas, Caritas.”

Middle States Self-Study Continues St. Augustine’s Confessions Comes Alive illanova has completed an initial draft of Vits Institutional Self-Study as part of the Middle States Commission on Higher Edu- n celebration of Augustinian Heritage Month, members of cation (MSCHE) reaccreditation process. Ithe University community took part in a marathon reading The self-study is the product of the of St. Augustine’s Confessions on Nov. 3. The Rev. Peter M. work and contributions of more than 100 Donohue, O.S.A., Ph.D., ’75 A&S, University president, members of the community. Seven work- commenced the public reading, which began at 9 a.m. and ing groups consisting of Villanova faculty, lasted until midnight. staff and students, led by a Steering Com- Falvey Memorial Library hosted the marathon reading mittee, examined how well Villanova’s “Confessions Alive!” in partnership with the Classical educational programs and services accom- Studies Program, the Office for Mission and Ministry and the plish the University’s goals, fulfill its mis- Villanova Center for Liberal Education. sion and meet the Commission’s standards. This year was the third in a four-year cycle of community The evaluation concludes with a thor- readings of classical texts. Previous readings included The ough appraisal of the University by educa- Odyssey and The Iliad. tors from institutions similar to Villanova. These peer evaluators will review the final self-study report and visit campus March 28-30. John J. DeGioia, Ph.D., president, Georgetown University, will lead the MSCHE evaluation team.

32 Villanova Magazine Renowned Virologist Awarded Mendel Medal University Leads Fight Against Poverty obert Webster, Ph.D., is in the busi- Rness of predicting uncertainties. illanovans joined with the local com- That’s a tricky job even in benign circum- Vmunity and more than 500 campuses stances, but when you’re dealing with across the country November 12-19 for microscopic, self-reinventing adversaries Hunger and Homelessness Awareness capable of wreaking global havoc, the Week (HHAW). The campus-wide event pressure to anticipate and avert potential seeks to raise awareness in the Villanova crises can be intense. As the Mendel community about hunger and homeless- Medal Lecture he delivered on September ness within the United States and around 24 in the Connelly Center indicated, Dr. the world through education, service and Webster can handle such pressure. advocacy. A professor of Virology and the Rose HHAW included food and clothing Marie Thomas Chair at St. Jude Chil- drives, liturgies and prayer reflections, a dren’s Research Hospital, Dr. Webster has fast day, a Fair Trade craft sale, classroom dedicated his career to studying the emer- presentations, a run/walk to benefit the gence and control of influenza viruses, as nonprofit organization Back On My Feet, well as the development of vaccines. In a a panel discussion and a sleep-out. Mark lecture titled “The Role of Waterbirds in Winne, who has worked for 40 years as a the Genesis of Pandemic Influenza community food activist, writer and Viruses,” Villanova University’s 2010 trainer, delivered the keynote address Mendel Medalist described his and fellow “Closing the Food Gap: Resetting the scientists’ efforts to understand and out- Table in the Land of Plenty.” smart these deadly infective agents. Robert Webster, Ph.D. HHAW originated in 1975 under the Weaving together history, scientific guidance of the Rev. Ray Jackson, O.S.A., intrigue and touches of wry humor, the On September 25, invited guests gath- and has since expanded nationwide. In New Zealand native chronicled the spread ered for a dinner to pay tribute to Dr. 2002, the National Student Campaign and consequences of various flu viruses Webster. University President the Rev. Against Hunger and Homelessness pre- worldwide, from the outbreak of Spanish Peter M. Donohue, O.S.A., Ph.D., ’75 sented Villanova with the National Build Flu in 1918 to the 2009 H1N1 pandemic. A&S presented the honoree with the Men- a Movement Award for its groundbreaking He also explained how migratory water del Medal, while John Doody, Ph.D., acting work. The event is rooted in the belief in fowl transmit the viruses to pigs and even- dean of the College of Liberal Arts and the inherent dignity of all people and the tually humans. Sciences, served as emcee for the event. responsibility to uphold the common good of society.

HR Master’s Degree Program Now Online

verall human resources employment “The greatest effect on an organiza- meet the increasing demand for human Ois projected to grow 17 percent by tion’s performance is its people, and HR resource expertise. Over the years, the 2016, according to the Bureau of Labor executives are increasingly finding them- program has developed a solid reputation Statistics. This fall, 303 human resources selves in the strategic boardroom with vice for excellence. professionals from around the country took presidents and CEOs,” notes Robert Villanova’s HR Certification program advantage of Villanova’s new online Stokes, Ed.D., assistant vice president, also is creating buzz. At the Society for Master of Science in Human Resource Academic Affairs, for Part-Time and Con- Human Resource Management (SHRM) Development program. Thanks to tinuing Studies. “A master’s program gives Coordinators Conference last spring, video-based learning technology, they them a broad view of today’s most critical Villanova University’s Office of Continu- are attending live, weekly classes. The HR issues, such as compensation, benefits ing Studies was recognized as the largest 10-course program is offered in eight- and employment law.” college or university program offering week sessions. Villanova instituted its HR master’s the SHRM Learning System online and degree program more than 30 years ago to in the classroom.

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College of Engineering

College of Engineering College of Engineering Awarded Ranked in the Top 10 for $100K Keystone Innovation Starter Kit Grant Fifth Consecutive Year he College of Engineering secured a cess technologies to convert biomass he College of Engineering took the T$100,000 Keystone Innovation Starter materials for the production of energy, T#9 spot in U.S.News & World Report’s Kit (KISK) grant from Pennsylvania’s chemicals and fuels. annual “America’s Best Colleges” rankings Department of Community and Economic The College was one of only 10 institu- for “Best Undergraduate Engineering Development in July to increase capabili- tions to receive KISK funding in 2010. Programs” category among “schools whose ties in the area of sustainable energy and When Gov. Edward G. Rendell highest degree is a bachelor’s or master’s.” renewable energy technology research. announced the full list of winners at a This achievement marks the fifth consecu- KISK grants help Pennsylvania’s higher press conference, Alfonso Ortega, Ph.D., tive year the College has been ranked in education institutions attract nationally associate dean for Graduate Studies and the top 10. recognized talent in science and technol- Research and the James R. Birle Professor “We’re so pleased to be recognized ogy, such as Justinus Satrio, Ph.D., assis- of Energy Technology, was the only again for excellence in engineering educa- tant professor of Chemical Engineering, speaker from academia invited to discuss tion by a publication that prospective stu- who joined the College this summer. how this type of funding can yield benefits dents around the country rely on to help An expert in biomass conversion, Dr. for academic institutions and students, as them make important decisions about Satrio offers opportunities for students and well as for Pennsylvania’s business and their higher education,” says Gary A. faculty to explore new areas of research industry communities. Gabriele, Ph.D., Drosdick Endowed Dean that support the College’s focus on sus- The College previously received a of the College of Engineering. “We’re tainability in engineering. In the fall, he KISK grant from the 2008 awards pro- also proud that our commitment to the taught a course on climate change and gram, which facilitated the addition of College’s ‘teacher-scholar’ foundation and sustainability and another on contempo- Gang Feng, Ph.D., assistant professor of the University’s Augustinian ideals has rary topics of technology and society. He Mechanical Engineering, to the faculty helped us deliver on our mission consis- also is developing a state-of-the-art labora- and the development of a state-of-the-art tently over time.” tory to study the development of best pro- nanomechanical testing system.

On Sept. 24, at their annual reception and awards ceremony, the College of Engineering and the Engineering Alumni Society honored alumni who have demonstrated service to the field of engineering through leadership and business and technical advancements. From left: David Quinn, Ph.D., ’02 M.E.; Anthony J. Melone ’82 E.E.; the Rev. Peter M. Donohue, O.S.A, Ph.D., ’75 A&S, University president; Richard P. Thompson, P.E., ’64 E.E.; Gregory Paxson, P.E., ’00 M.S.C.E.; Steven J. Spear ’93 M.E., ’99 M.S.M.E.; Christine Slocumb ’90 E.E., ’92 M.S.E.E.; David B. Campbell ’76 C.E., ’81 M.S.C.E.; Adelene Perkins ’81 Ch.E.; Michael Hnatow ’93 Ch.E.; Christos Dantos ’80 M.E.; and David Didier ’92 C.E., ’10 M.B.A.

34 Villanova Magazine College of Nursing

College Reaccredited Technology Simulates Auditory Hallucinations and Honored as he College of Nursing recently imple- experience with their undergraduate Center of Excellence Tmented an innovative clinical simula- Psychiatric Nursing clinical students. tion for second-semester junior nursing As students perform a number of tasks or the third time, the College of Nurs- students to increase their understanding of at various workstations, they use head- Fing was designated as a Center of Excel- the patient experience for those with phones to listen to a specially designed lence (COE) in Nursing Education by the more severe mental disease. recording that simulates auditory halluci- National League for Nursing (NLN). It College faculty and associate professors nations. They role-play with “standardized received the honor at the NLN’s Education Patricia K. Bradley, Ph.D., R.N., and Gale professionals”—non-nursing students Summit 2010 in Las Vegas in October. COE Robinson-Smith, Ph.D., R.N., along with trained to act as mental health profession- recognition identifies schools of exceptional consultant Colleen Meakim, M.S.N., R.N., als— and participate in an evaluation quality and is separate from accreditation. director of the College’s Learning Resource interview with an emergency department “The Center of Excellence designation Center, received a University VITAL (Vil- psychiatrist, complete cognitive testing reflects the quality and national distinction lanova Institute for Teaching and Learn- and interact while in a community day- of nursing education at Villanova,” says ing) grant to implement the Hearing program activity. Connelly Endowed Dean and Professor M. Voices That Are Distressing (HVTAD) Louise Fitzpatrick, Ed.D., R.N., F.A.A.N. In February, the College was reviewed by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education—the accreditation agency in relationship with the American Associa- tion of Colleges of Nursing—and was noti- fied this fall that its current programs have been reaccredited for another 10 years.

Mural Depicts Faces of Villanova Nurses

aces of the College of Nursing’s faculty, Fstudents and alumni are beaming down on the busy intersection of Broad and Vine streets in Philadelphia. On Oct. 6, “The Evolving Face of Nursing,” the latest mural in the city’s Mural Arts Program and the only one with embedded LED lighting, In their psychiatric nursing clinical practicum, nursing students participate in a clinical simulation of was dedicated. The College, along with auditory hallucinations to learn ways of helping people who hear distressing voices. Above, a student other schools and corporate and commu- is distracted by voices through the headphones during a simulated emergency department scenario. nity friends, sponsored the mural. Grant Supports Study of Risk and the Internet

eeping youth safe on the Internet is tronic Aggression: High Risk Internet Knot only a passion but a mission for Behaviors in Adolescents.” Elizabeth Burgess Dowdell, Ph.D., R.N., Dr. Dowdell is an expert in the area of C.R.N.P., associate professor in the Col- forensic pediatric nursing and Internet lege of Nursing. She has been awarded a safety. She shares her knowledge as a two-year grant of nearly $315,000 by the member of the editorial review panel of Department of Justice, Office of Juvenile the Journal of Forensic Nursing, and Justice Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP). through scholarly publications, national Dr. Dowdell is the principal investigator presentations and expert commentary to for the study “Self Exploitation and Elec- the media.

Winter 2011 35 College Updates

Villanova School of Business

VSB Hosts Business Leaders’ Forum

ore than 100 of the Villanova The meeting continued into the dent experiences, research initiatives and MSchool of Business’ executive leaders next day with a panel discussion that educational programs. The Dean’s who serve on VSB’s nine advisory councils concluded with a Q&A session on the Advisory Council and the Accounting came together at the two-day 2010 Busi- state of the University, featuring the Advisory Council also convened. ness Leaders’ Forum to network and learn Rev. Peter M. Donohue, O.S.A., Ph.D., VSB’s centers of excellence, which sup- more about the University’s and VSB’s ’75 A&S, University president; Michael port faculty research, teaching excellence strategic plans. In addition to providing an J. O’Neill, vice president for University and curriculum development, are designed opportunity for these executives to engage Advancement; Stephen R. Merritt, to focus attention on critical business in discussions with one another, the meet- dean of Enrollment Management; and issues and to leverage the expertise of VSB ing allowed them to interact with stu- Stephen Fugale, vice president for Tech- faculty in a cross-disciplinary way. Business dents, faculty and administrators. nology and chief information officer. executives attending the forum help pro- The forum began with a networking James M. Danko, The Helen and vide the centers with practical knowledge, dinner and a keynote speech featuring Jay William O’Toole Dean of the Villanova information on current trends and issues, Wright, head coach, men’s basketball. “As School of Business, updated attendees and an update on business practices. Villanovans we are going to be the best on VSB’s strategic outlook and invited VSB advisory councils provide the Villanovans we can be,” Wright told the interactive discussion. school with professional advice on strate- group. “And we can do anything we want Later that afternoon, VSB’s six centers gic initiatives, curricular advancement to do. You are the story and everyone here of excellence—the Daniel M. DiLella and student professional development has a great attitude, which is our greatest Center for Real Estate; the Center for in an effort to enhance the educational strength. We all should be proud of Vil- Marketing and Public Policy Research; the mission of VSB. lanova and want to share VSB’s story.” Center for Innovation, Creativity, and VSB’s inaugural Rev. Joseph C. Bartley Entrepreneurship; the Center for Global O.S.A. Alumni Medallion was presented Leadership; the Center for the Study of to William J. Donnell ’77 VSB and Manuel Church Management; and the Center for Distinguished A. Nunez ’03 MBA (see related article). Business Analytics—met to address stu- Villanovans Receive Inaugural Bartley Alumni Medallion

n Sept. 28, the Villanova School of OBusiness (VSB) honored William J. Donnell ’77 VSB and Manuel A. Nunez ’03 M.B.A. with the inaugural Rev. Joseph C. Bartley O.S.A. Alumni Medallion. The award, named after VSB’s founding dean, will be given annually to alumni who have distinguished themselves in their careers and who provide extraordinary service to VSB. Donnell, senior vice president–Invest- ments/Private Wealth Advisor, Private Banking & Investment Group at Merrill Lynch, has served Villanova in many ways over the past several years. His extraordi- nary passion for the school is focused on helping students succeed in the workplace. Two of his most significant areas of impact have been assisting VSB in developing a presence in the financial services commu- nity and connecting students with intern- ship and job opportunities. His efforts, for James Dolan ’76 A&S (left) gets acquainted with Gerry Curciarello ’73 VSB during the example, have led to the creation of the morning break. annual Villanova University Financial

36 Villanova Magazine Club summer lecturer in several VSB Thanks to the efforts and involvement internship initiative. classes and has served as of both Donnell and Nunez, VSB is better “I want to see faculty liaison, accompanying able to provide a relevant business educa- Villanova students have the the Executive MBA ’10 students tion and enhance job opportunities career of their choice,” said Donnell as on their immersion trip to Malaysia and available to students. “I am pleased and he accepted the award at the Business Vietnam. Nunez also is a member of the honored to recognize two of VSB’s dis­tin­ Leaders’ Forum. “At VSB, this possibility is Graduate Programs Review task force. guished graduates with the first-ever the result of combining a great education In accepting the award, Nunez recog- Bartley alumni medallion. Both Bill and with great alumni. It is a multiplying effect. nized Villanova’s Augustinian mission. Manny have demonstrated a strong com- One person helps another and that person “Villanova makes sure its businesspeople mitment to our students and to the Uni- then helps two more. I love to see Villano- are among the best,” he says, “in large versity, and we owe them our thanks,” vans helping Villanovans.” part because they have a heart of service. said James M. Danko, The Helen and Nunez, International Marketing That makes them even stronger in the William O’Toole Dean of the Villanova Manager at Merck & Co. Inc., is a familiar business world.” School of Business. face around campus. He is a frequent guest

The Rev. Peter M. Donohue, O.S.A, Ph.D., ’75 A&S; William Donnell ’77 VSB; Manuel Nunez ’03 M.B.A.; Dean James M. Danko; and Robert Byrnes ’76 VSB, president, Villanova University Alumni Association

Winter 2011 37 College Updates

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

College Launches Four New Academic Majors National Media Seek

our new academic majors became Gustafson, Ph.D., associate dean of Political Scientist’s Favailable to College of Liberal Arts Humanities and Social Sciences. Expertise and Sciences students beginning in fall Due to globalization, technological 2010: Arab and Islamic Studies, Cultural innovations and other cultural factors, ara M. Brown, Studies, Gender and Women’s Studies and interdisciplinary programs such as cultural LPh.D., assis- Latin American Studies. studies are on the rise, says Silvia Nagy- tant professor of In announcing them, the College rec- Zekmi, Ph.D., professor, Hispanic and Political Science, ognized the Rev. Kail C. Ellis, O.S.A., Cultural Studies; director, Graduate Pro- was among a Ph.D., vice president for Academic gram in Hispanic Studies; and director, group of seven Affairs, for his commitment to interna- Cultural Studies Program. “Villanova political experts tional and global studies and leadership offers more choices to its students … [giv- who discussed pri- during his tenure as dean. ing] them an edge to compete in an mary-election “These new interdisciplinary majors increasingly tight market for graduate pro- results for a spe- will permit students to choose a sustained, grams and other forms of intellectual cial piece in The disciplined study of a specified region of engagements or employment.” New York Times titled, “Angry Boomers the world or topic,” says Lowell S. and Other Election Clues.” In addition, Dr. Brown was featured in U.S.News & World Report in an article titled, “Wash- ington Whispers: Sarah Palin's 2012 Lecture Examines Civil-Military Relations Opportunity.”

ndrew J. Bacevich, Ph.D., profes- Asor of International Relations and History at Boston University, delivered the second annual Lore Kephart ’86 Distinguished Historians Lecture on Monday, Sept. 27. His topic was “Whose Army? Civil- Military Relations in the United States Since World War II.” The Lore Kephart ’86 Distin- guished Historians Lecture Series was established in memory of Lore Kephart ’86 A&S through an endowment to the University by her husband, Horace L. Kephart.

Professor Elected to Prestigious Post aghan Keita, Ph.D., professor of The College Board’s trustees are not-for-profit organization that connects MHistory and director of the Institute responsible for assisting in legal and fidu- students to college success and opportunity. for Global Interdisciplinary Studies at ciary decisions; approving the mission, It was founded in 1900 to expand access to Villanova, has been elected vice chair of strategic goals and objectives of the orga- higher education. Today, the membership the College Board’s Board of Trustees. nization; establishing policies; and advis- association is made up of more than 5,700 The election was held at the annual ing those responsible for the management of the nation’s leading educational institu- meeting of the members of the College of the organization. tions and is dedicated to promoting excel- Board on Oct. 29 in Washington, D.C. The College Board is a mission-driven, lence and equality in education.

38 Villanova Magazine Villanova School of Law

Law Building Brings Home the Gold

illanova Law School’s new law build- trol heat and cold. The building should Villanova and the SmithGroup built a Ving was awarded Gold Certification, consume at least 20 percent less energy stunning facility. Superbly suited for pro- the second-highest level in the five-tiered than conventional technology. Restroom viding a 21st century legal education and Leadership in Energy and Environmental fixtures and overall plumbing should for nurturing the sense of community that Design (LEED) certification process. lower water use about 40 percent. Bike is a hallmark of Villanova Law, the building Extremely rigorous, LEED certification racks and showers were included as also maintains our commitment to envi- measures sustainability through energy incentives not to drive. ronmental stewardship,” said then Acting efficiency, indoor environmental quality, “Through careful design and planning, Dean Doris DelTosto Brogan ’81 J.D. materials used, sustainable site develop- ment and water savings. Sustainable planning began before con- struction. For example, every effort was made to procure materials from suppliers within a 500-mile radius of the construc- tion site. Asphalt removed from the old parking lot was ground and compacted under the building’s foundation. Individual room-occupancy lighting sensors, large area lighting and outside glass envelopes were designed to consider ambient light continuously. The white membrane roofing system also helps con-

Villanova Law Celebrates Red Mass Villanova Law Hosts

illanova Law School celebrated the Catholic Social V54th annual Red Mass at St. Thomas Thought Symposium of Villanova Church on Oct. 15. A recep- tion was held following the Mass in the ighlighted by an examination of Law School Commons. The Rev. Peter M. Hlegal authority and natural law, the Donohue, O.S.A., Ph.D., ’75 A&S, Uni- annual Joseph T. McCullen Symposium versity president, was the celebrant, and on Catholic Social Thought and the Law the Rev. Reginald Whitt, O.P., professor was held by the Law School on Oct. 22. of Law at the University of St. Thomas Discussion centered on the work of Jean School of Law, delivered the homily. Porter, Ph.D., professor of Theology and The Red Mass traces its origins back concurrent professor of Law at the Univer- centuries to Rome, Paris and London and sity of Notre Dame, whose forthcoming takes its name from the vestments worn. book Ministers of the Law articulates a the- The first Red Mass in the United States ory of legal authority derived from the nat- was celebrated in 1928 at St. Andrew’s ural law tradition. Church in New York. Later, the tradition Dr. Porter argued that the legal author- of Red Mass was brought to Washington, ity of most traditions rests on their own D.C., and now each year Supreme Court internal structures, independent of extra­ justices, legislators and judges attend Red legal considerations—legal houses built Mass at St. Matthew’s Cathedral to mark on sand, as it were. Natural law tradition, the opening of the October Term of the on the other hand, offers a basis for legal U.S. Supreme Court. Villanova Law authority that goes beyond arbitrary com- School first celebrated Red Mass on The Rev. Reginald Whitt, O.P., professor of mands or social conventions, offering some Oct. 10, 1957. Law at the University of St. Thomas School of extralegal authority without compromising Law, was the homilist at the Red Mass. the independence and integrity of the law.

Winter 2011 39 Villanova Athletics The Villanova women’s cross country team lit up the Big Apple!

fter claiming its third straight BIG EAST AConference title, the Villanova women’s cross country team received unprecedented exposure with a giant display in Times Square in New York. The display was a congratulatory message sponsored by American Eagle Outfitters (AEO), a BIG EAST sponsor, and included the Wildcats team picture following the awards ceremony at the conference meet. The women went on to win the NCAA!

40 Villanova Magazine Reid Leads Wildcat Women to Second Straight NCAA Championship

n November 22, Villanova senior OSheila Reid earned her first individ- ual NCAA title as she led the Villanova women to their second consecutive NCAA Cross Country Championship. She was followed by seniors Amanda Marino in eighth place, Allison Smith in 20th, junior Bogdana Mimic in 22nd and freshman Emily Lipari in 69th. Reid, Marino, Smith and Mimic received All- American honors. The win put the finish- ing touches on a remarkable season in which the Wildcats went wire-to-wire as the nation’s unanimous number one team. The Wildcat women now have a total of nine NCAA cross-country team titles. They won each year from 1989 to 1994 and also en’s cross-country National Athlete of the cruised to its third straight BIG EAST won in 1998 and 2009. Reid is the sixth Vil- Year and head coach Gina Procaccio ’87 Championship. Reid and Marino finished lanova woman to win the individual title at VSB National Coach of the Year by the first and second, respectively, as all five of the NCAA Cross-Country Championships United States Track & Field and Cross the Wildcats scoring runners placed in the and the first since Carrie Tollefson in 1997. Country Coaches Association. top 11 overall and earned All-BIG EAST Villanova’s nine national titles stand On November 13, with Reid again honors. Villanova finished with a team out, as no other team has won more than leading the way, the women won its sec- score of 26 to easily outdistance runner-up four titles since the NCAA Championship ond consecutive NCAA Mid-Atlantic Georgetown (42) and the rest of the began in 1981. Reid was named the wom- Region title. On October 30, the team 16-team field.

Men’s Cross Country Places 4th at BIG EAST

unior Mathew Mildenhall finished in Wildcats finished in the top 15 overall, junior Matt Kane and senior Keith Jeighth place overall and led Villanova earning All-BIG EAST honors for their Capecci in 13th and 14th places, to a fourth-place finish at the BIG EAST performances. Mildenhall ran the 8K respectively.“We continued to make some Championships on October 30. Three men’s race in 25:23.4 and was followed by progress today,” said Villanova head coach Marcus O’Sullivan. “We were hoping to maybe finish in third place and we were only one point out of third. So I am encouraged by how far we have come even in the last two weeks.” All five scor- ing runners for Villanova placed in the top 29. Senior Hugo Beamish finished in 21st place and junior Mat- thew Gibney in 29th place. On November 13, the men’s team placed second at the NCAA Mid-Atlantic Regional, clinching a spot in the NCAA Cross Country Championship. At nationals they placed 23rd.. Mildenhall again led the Wildcats, fin- ishing 46th overall.

Winter 2011 41 Ignite, Inspire, Achieve By Je n n i f e r Sc h u

he Villanova Wildcats are on a BIG EAST play, the men’s lacrosse team that the accomplishments of the ’Nova roll. Since the spring of 2009, went 10-5 overall, barely missing a NCAA Nation continue to inspire and thrill Vil- they have won a national tournament bid. Coach Mike Corrado ’87 lanova students, alumni and friends all championship in football and A&S was named BIG EAST Coach of the over the world. A new push for Athletics twoT in women’s cross-country, along with year and Brian Karalunas ’11 All-Ameri- fundraising will build on the generosity of two BIG EAST titles in women’s cross- can and BIG EAST Scholar-Athlete Sport donors past and present and encourage country and one in women’s indoor track Excellence Award winner in men’s lacrosse. more alumni to get involved. and field. The women’s soccer and basket- Villanova has one of the most success- “We’ve made tremendous progress ball teams earned NCAA tournament ful overall athletics programs in the BIG in terms of both athletics success and berths, and the men’s basketball team EAST and nationally. In 2009-2010, the athletics fundraising in the 12 years I’ve reached the 2009 NCAA “Final Four.” University ranked as high as third out of been here,” observes Marcus O’Sullivan This past spring, six Wildcats were 334 Division I schools in the Learfield ’84 VSB, ’89 G.S., the Frank J. Kelly drafted by the pros. Four Villanova base- Sports Directors’ Cup rankings, main- Endowed Track & Field Coach, who ball players were selected in the June 2010 tained and updated through the year by guided 2008 NCAA Outdoor 5000 Meter Major League Baseball Draft—including the National Association of Collegiate Champion Bobby Curtis ’08 VSB. “We fifth-round pick Matt Szczur ’11. It was Directors of Athletics. just need to keep the momentum going.” the first time since 1991 that four Vil- The Wildcats’ continuing achieve- lanova baseball players were drafted in ments are a source of great pride for New vision one year. Two members of the National alumni. There’s always been a solid history That’s exactly what Villanova has Champion Villanova football team, safety of giving back and supporting the coaches in mind. Guided by the Villanova Ross Ventrone ’10 A&S and wide receiver and student-athletes who so intensely Strategic Plan and the Strategic Plan Brandyn Harvey ’09 A&S, signed NFL embody the spirit of Villanova. The Uni- for Athletics, and to reflect the growing free agent contracts. versity wants that longstanding tradition achievements of the University as a Also in the spring, in its first year of of excellence to continue—and ensure whole, the fundraising team in Athletics

42 Villanova Magazine Ignite, Inspire, Achieve

Development is maximizing broad-based grams in the country, necessary expenses support to enhance Athletics fundraising sport-by-sport unrestricted giving. such as travel, equipment and apparel con- for all of Villanova’s 24 sports, we have The V Club, formerly Villanova tinue to rise. “Our student-athletes and invested personnel and programmatic Athletics’ annual giving effort, has coaches are competing at the highest level resources into the program and specifically evolved into the Villanova Athletic Fund, in Division I and that requires competi- what is now the Villanova Athletic with new fundraising initiatives designed tion, including BIG EAST and NCAA Fund. We continue to effectively engage our to more aggressively set and reach giving postseason, throughout the country,” Kolb passionate alumni, parents and friends and goals each year and significantly increase explains. “Alumni support can help fund they continue to connect to Villanova participation among athletics alumni, par- vital program operating expenses. Building Athletics in a very meaningful way.” ents and friends. Gifts to the Villanova on our past success with the V Club, mov- Fundraising activities for athletics is Athletic Fund not only support the criti- ing forward with the Villanova Athletic centralized in University Advancement, cal programmatic needs for all Villanova Fund we’ve set ambitious goals for the allowing Athletics Development to Athletic programs, but also provide long- future which will help our student-athletes work closely with the research, event term funding through endowments, capital continue to achieve great feats.” planning and marketing and communica- gifts and planned giving. tion areas, ultimately helping each While annual giving to Athletics— A united approach team to better indentify fundraising which includes fundraising auctions—has “As we continue to raise significant philan- priorities and coordinate outreach to nearly quadrupled since 2001, the cost of thropic dollars to support the Villanova their constituents. operating a broad-based 24-sport athletics University Strategic Plan, Athletics Devel- “This gives us a much more organized department continues to rise, explains opment is a critical component of our approach to fundraising,” says Villanova George Kolb, assistant vice president for overall University Advancement effort,” football coach Andy Talley, whose 2010 Athletics Development. says Michael J. O’Neill, vice president for team returned 15 starters working toward While Villanova runs one of the most University Advancement. “In fact, with a repeat national championship. cost-efficient and successful athletic pro- [Villanova President] Father Donohue’s The most immediate goals are raising

Winter 2011 43 Wildcat Pride Challenge The Villanova Athletic Fund has launched a challenge giving program for former Villanova student- athletes. In the Challenge, all VU varsity programs oppose each other in an annual giving competition, starting with gifts received on June 1, 2010 through May 31, 2011. The Wildcat Pride Challenge will produce two winners. They will be the programs with the: • Highest alumni participation rate • Highest percentage increase in number of donors from 2009-10 to 2010-11 The winners of each of these categories will each receive a $10,000 gift to their programs from an anonymous friend of Villanova Athletics.

To donate to the Villanova Athletic Fund and learn more about the Wildcat Pride Challenge, visit www.SupportVillanovaAthletics.com

funds for improved facilities and more ath- year, along with pre-game receptions at Former athletes like Rosemarie Burke letic scholarships. Philadelphia’s Wells Fargo Center and Dempsey ’83 VSB are ready to help. Increasing the number of scholarships presentations from Vince Nicastro, While on basketball scholarship at is certainly among the clear objectives of director of Athletics, and Coaches Villanova she helped the 1982 women’s the Athletics Development program.” Wright, Talley, Corrado and others to basketball team earn a trip to the NCAA Most scholarships now come directly out share the new vision for Villanova Final Four. of the University’s overall budget. The Athletics Development. “I can’t believe what Villanova has goal is to create more endowed scholar- “We are reaching more alumni, parents accomplished,” she says. “I want to help ships—“ensuring that the money will be and friends with this expansive approach, us get to the next level.” there in perpetuity,” Kolb explains. and our goal is to impact every constitu- “Alumni, parents and friends can see Men’s basketball coach Jay Wright is ency of every program,” says Kolb. the potential of Villanova Athletics, and enthused about the new plans. “Athletics Development is going in that we’ve achieved so much with what “My fellow coaches and I, and all our such an exciting direction,” says women’s we have,” says Kolb. “Think of what we student-athletes, take tremendous pride in field hockey coach Joanie Milhous. “Now can do with everyone involved!” representing Villanova. We are mindful we can make our alumni really feel part of It is a remarkable time for Villanova that wherever we compete, we serve as the Villanova Athletics family.” athletics, notes Nicastro. “We are in the ambassadors for the University,” he says. The Athletics Development program midst of an incredible period of suc- “We are focused on the same goal—to works with donors to effectively designate cess—in competition and in the class- support Villanova Athletics so that we can their gifts either to the Athletics program room. Financial support of our 500-plus continue to excel and make our Univer- as a whole, or towards a specific sport. student-athletes and all of our 24 programs sity, students and alumni proud. The Vil- Gifts like that of Tom Treacy ’69 A&S, will ensure that they continue to have lanova Athletic Fund is a tremendous giv- ’71 G.S. and his wife Diane ’82 G.S. are the financial resources necessary to ing program for our alumni and friends.” already making a difference. Last year, the compete—and build on this momentum. Already there have been 12 well- Treacys designated their commitment to The Villanova Athletic Fund will help attended roundtables and private donor Villanova to endow the football program’s us accomplish this goal.” discussions, with more planned for this head coach position.

Villanova Athletics: Great Moments of the Past Ten Years

2000 2001 standing offensive player in the Division I Baseball player Mike Neill ’92 Football player Brian Football Championship Subdivision. VSB wins a gold medal and Westbrook wins track and field alumnusSonia the Walter 2003 O’Sullivan ’92 VSB a Payton The women’s basketball team defeats silver medal at the 2000 Award as the University of Connecticut in the Olympic Games the most out- BIG EAST championship game, in Sydney. Sonia O’Sullivan Brian Westbrook Mike Neill

44 Villanova Magazine Alumni Donors

Mike Daly ’72 VSB

ike Daly bleeds Villanova blue. He graduated from Villanova, including whether it’s missing weekends on Mwore the school colors proudly in Daly’s father and all three of his children. campus because they’re traveling, the title game of the 1971 NCAA Cham- Executive vice president of Dallas-based not going home on breaks or studying pionship, where Villanova’s “Iron Men” VHA, Inc., Daly attributes much of his on a bus the night before a big exam,” came up just six points shy against a professional and personal success to his she says. red-hot UCLA team coached by the Villanova roots. She was a sophomore walk-on who legendary John Wooden. “Villanova has given me so much,” he ended up an All-American. “Soccer Daly was a walk-on player who says.”It’s nice to be part of its past, but I opened up a lot of avenues in my life.” ended up on the national stage. Yet also want to be part of its future.” Lyght sees many ways her gifts can while the championship run was excit- directly impact the women’s soccer pro- ing, it’s the lifelong relationships he gram. “Maybe they’ll be able to travel formed with his teammates that he Rose-Marie Lyght ’95 VSB, and be seen at new tournaments, which values most. “They are a special gift,” ’97 G.S. in turn can help them recruit top high he says. school players,” she says. That’s one of the reasons he and utting on the Villanova uniform was a As a managing director at Annaly some of his teammates made a group Pgreat honor,” says former women’s Capital Management, she juggles commitment of $100,000 to the Davis soccer player Rose-Marie Lyght. “I work, family and the many friendships Center for Athletics and Fitness in honor always felt being a student-athlete was she made at Villanova. “My best friends of the 1971 basketball team. “While a privilege.” in my life were on that soccer team,” the University has a much broader That’s why she chooses to support she smiles. “We have been bridesmaids mission, sports in general are part of the Villanova women’s soccer team and at each other’s weddings, and we the fabric of the University, and the Villanova athletics. are godmothers to each other’s Davis Center helps ensure that all stu- “I want the players today to know children. The bonds we formed have dents can participate.” that alumni do support them and under- been lasting.” Three generations of Dalys have stand the sacrifices they’re making—

Academics come first

t’s clear among Division I institutions ence of our student-athletes is truly have produced a cumulative G.P.A. of Iand prospects that academics are worthwhile. It’s fairly unique among major 3.0 or higher. a top priority at Villanova. Athletes college athletic programs.” “They work diligently at their studies, who come to Villanova are students Among Division I schools, nine Villanova and it shows,” Nicastro says. “We want first, notes Vince Nicastro, director teams rank in the top 10 percent of their to continue to provide as many financial of Athletics. sport academically, according to a June resources as possible to maintain and “Whether they are playing men’s 2010 NCAA report. For thirteen straight build on the competitiveness of all our basketball, field hockey, running on the semesters—from Spring 2004 through programs, support our academic mission track team or swimming, the culture Spring 2010—Villanova student-athletes and the overall development of our here ensures that the academic experi- student-athletes.”

snapping Con- 2003 his passion for Villanova Athletics. The necticut’s then- The Christopher Dincuff Memorial Scholar- proceeds help fund a men’s basketball record winning ship is established to honor Christopher manager position. streak of 70 Dincuff ’92 VSB, who died in the Septem- games. Villanova ber 11, 2001, attacks on the World Trade 2004 goes on to the Elite Center. The donor is Dincuff’s fiancée, Four Villanovans qualify for the 2004 Eight of the NCAA Angie Gutermuth, who wished to honor Olympic Games in Athens. tournament.

Women’s basketball team 2003

Winter 2011 45 Student-Athlete Sheila Reid ’11

or 2010 NCAA Cross-Country indi- Fvidual champion Sheila Reid, it’s been a breakout year. She earned five All-American honors—two in cross- country, two in indoor track and one in outdoor track. In addition to winning her first individual NCAA title on November 22, 2010, she placed fourth in the 1,500 meters at the 2010 NCAA Outdoor Cham- pionships, and helped lead the women’s cross-country team to back-to-back NCAA Championships in 2009 and 2010. Yet, “I wasn’t highly recruited out of high school,” she says modestly. She chose Villanova for its track and field tradition, and because “it just felt right.” A long way from her home in Newmarket, Ontario, “it was hard at first, getting my butt kicked freshman year,” she laughs. “But I have definitely found a home here.” Sheila feels the student-athlete experi­ ence at Villanova has prepared her well for a post-collegiate running career. She hopes to make the Canadian Olympic Team. She notes, “Coach [Gina Procaccio ’87 VSB] tells us you can do three things in college—academics, athletics and social life—but only two of them right. As a team we strive to achieve our goals in academics and athletics. It’s a huge time commitment, but I wouldn’t trade it for anything.” Sheila adds, “I hope the alumni realize we do this because we are proud Villanovans. We want to represent the University as well as we can.”

2005 2007 2008 The James F. Orr III Endowed Fund for The $18.5 million Davis Center for Athletics Bobby Curtis wins the Athletic Leadership and International and Fitness opens. James Davis '81 VSB 5,000 meters at the Competition establishes a graduate and William Davis '85 VSB provide the NCAA Outdoor National position on both the men’s and women’s Leadership Gift for the facility. Championships track and field staffs. 2008 2006 Four Villanovans qualify for the 2008 The Villanova men’s basketball team Olympic Games in Beijing. reaches the Elite Eight of the NCAA Bobby Curtis Tournament.

46 Villanova Magazine Student-Athlete Ben Ijalana ’11

t 6-4 and 320 pounds, with broad Ashoulders and quick feet, it’s no won- der Ben Ijalana has attracted the attention of NFL scouts. The first-team All-American was a big factor in the Villanova football team’s national championship run last year. He’s also in the running for the 2010 Out- land Trophy, given annually to the nation’s top interior lineman. Yet it’s not just Ben’s size and talent that make him stand out—but his work ethic. In the summer of 2010, he juggled a full-time job and college classes with daily workouts that began at 6 a.m. Yet he feels he’s no different from the majority of Villanova student-athletes—and enjoys the camaraderie they share. “All of us are dedicated and work hard, whether we’re on the tennis team or track team or soccer team,” he says. “We share a field with women’s field hockey. They practice in the August heat at one in the afternoon.” When the women’s cross-country team—his neighbors on West Campus— won the NCAA championship last fall, he and his teammates welcomed them home with a congratulatory banner they hung from the dorm windows. “A few weeks later, they did the same for us,” Ben smiles. “We support each other. And after I grad­uate, I’m going to support the Villa­nova student-athletes who come after me.”

2009 2009 2010 With a last-second basket by Scottie The Villanova men’s football team wins the Led by individual winner Sheila Reid ’11, Reynolds ’10 A&S, the Villanova men’s Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) the Villanova women’s cross-country team basketball team reaches the NCAA tour- National Championship. wins the NCAA Cross Country Champion- nament Final Four. ship for the second year in a row. 2009 2009 The Patrick G. LePore ’77 A&S endowed The Villanova women’s cross-country fund for Villanova men’s basketball is team wins the NCAA Cross Country established. Championships.

Winter 2011 47 2010-2011 Basketball Men’s

Date Opponent/Event Location Time/Result

11/02/10 vs. District of Columbia # Philadelphia, Pa. W, 95–58 11/12/10 vs. Bucknell Villanova, Pa. W, 68–52 11/16/10 vs. Marist Villanova, Pa. W, 84–47 11/17/10 vs. Boston University Villanova, Pa. W, 82–66 11/20/10 vs. Lafayette Villanova, Pa. W, 86–41 11/24/10 vs. UCLA (NIT Semifinals) New York, N.Y. W, 82–70 11/26/10 vs. Tennessee (NIT Finals) New York, N.Y. L, 78–68 12/03/10 vs. Saint Joseph’s Villanova, Pa. W, 71–60 12/08/10 at Penn Philadelphia, Pa. W, 65–53 12/12/10 at La Salle Philadelphia, Pa. W, 84–81 12/18/10 vs. Delaware Philadelphia, Pa. 7:30 p.m. ET 12/22/10 at Monmouth, N.J. West Long Branch, N.J. 7:00 p.m. ET 12/30/10 vs. Temple Villanova, Pa. 7:00 p.m. ET 01/02/11 vs. Rutgers* Villanova, Pa. 1:00 p.m. ET 01/06/11 at USF* Tampa, Fla. 7:00 p.m. ET 01/09/11 vs. Cincinnati* Villanova, Pa. 12:00 p.m. ET 01/12/11 vs. Louisville* Philadelphia, Pa. 7:00 p.m. ET 01/15/11 vs. Maryland Philadelphia, Pa. 1:00 p.m. ET 01/17/11 at Connecticut* Storrs, Conn. 3:30 p.m. ET 01/22/11 at Syracuse* Syracuse, N.Y. 12:00 p.m. ET 01/26/11 at Providence* Providence, R.I. TBA 01/29/11 vs. Georgetown* Philadelphia, Pa. 12:00 p.m. ET 02/02/11 vs. Marquette* Villanova, Pa. 7:00 p.m. ET 02/05/11 vs. West Virginia* Philadelphia, Pa. 12:00 p.m. ET 02/09/11 at Rutgers* Piscataway, N.J. 8:00 p.m. ET 02/12/11 vs. Pittsburgh* Villanova, Pa. 9:00 p.m. ET 02/15/11 at Seton Hall* Newark, N.J. 8:00 p.m. ET 02/19/11 at DePaul* Chicago, Ill. 12:00 p.m. ET 02/21/11 vs. Syracuse* Philadelphia, Pa. 7:00 p.m. ET 02/26/11 vs. St. John’s Philadelphia, Pa. 2:00 p.m. ET 02/28/11 at Notre Dame* Notre Dame, Ind. 7:00 p.m. ET 03/05/11 at Pittsburgh* Pittsburgh, Pa. 4:00 p.m. ET 03/08/11 BIG EAST Tournament New York, N.Y. TBA

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Date Opponent/Event Location Time/Result

11/12/10 vs. LaSalle (Big 5) Villanova, Pa. W, 57–42 11/16/10 at Delaware Newark, Del. L, 69–62 Navy Classic 11/19/10 at Navy Annapolis, Md. W, 54–41 11/20/10 vs. Oral Roberts Annapolis, Md. W, 61–52

11/23/10 vs. Lehigh Villanova, Pa. W, 69–68 (OT) 11/26/10 at Drexel Philadelphia, Pa. L, 56–50 11/28/10 vs. Marist Villanova, Pa. L, 71–60 12/02/10 vs. Fairfield Villanova, Pa. W, 30–29 12/09/10 vs. West Virginia* Villanova, Pa. L, 39–36 12/12/10 at Saint Joseph’s (Big 5) Philadelphia, Pa. L, 46-43 12/19/10 vs. Temple (Big 5) Villanova, Pa. 12:00 p.m. ET Fordham Holiday Classic 12/28/10 vs. Siena Bronx, N.Y. 3:00 p.m. ET 12/29/10 vs. Yale Bronx, N.Y. 3:00 p.m. ET

01/05/11 at Connecticut* Storrs, Conn. 7:30 p.m. ET 01/08/11 at Rutgers* Piscataway, N.J. 1:00 p.m. ET 01/12/11 at Penn (Big 5) Philadelphia, Pa. 7:00 p.m. ET 01/16/11 vs. Depaul* Villanova, Pa. 2:00 p.m. ET 01/19/11 vs. Providence* Villanova, Pa. 7:00 p.m. ET 01/22/11 at Georgetown* Washington, D.C. 2:00 p.m. ET 01/29/11 vs. Notre Dame* Villanova, Pa. 7:00 p.m. ET 02/01/11 at Marquette* Milwaukee, Wis. 8:00 p.m. ET 02/06/11 vs. Louisville* Villanova, Pa. 2:00 p.m. ET 02/09/11 at Providence Providence, R.I. 7:00 p.m. ET 02/12/11 at Syracuse* Syracuse, N.Y. 1:00 p.m. ET 02/15/11 vs. Cincinnati* Villanova, Pa. 7:00 p.m. ET 02/19/11 at Seton Hall* South Orange, N.J. 2:00 p.m. ET 02/22/11 vs. St. John’s* Villanova, Pa. 7:00 p.m. ET 02/26/11 vs. USF* Villanova, Pa. 12:00 p.m. ET 02/28/11 at Pittsburgh* Pittsburgh, Pa. 7:00 p.m. ET BIG EAST Championship 03/04/11 TBD Hartford, Conn. TBA

n Home Event * Conference Event

Winter 2011 49 There’s No Place Like Homecoming Alumni reunite for a weekend of fun and school spirit

Villanovans take pride in honoring ment for children, including a climbing inflatable maze—and ’Nova Nation Pep tradition. And October 22-24 gave more wall, balloon artist and bounce house. Rally to get everyone excited for the than 10,000 alumni, family and friends a The picnic featured 20 tents dedicated afternoon’s football game. chance to enjoy the tradition that is to alumni groups, includ­ing Greek More than 9,200 fans attended the Homecoming and renew connections with organizations, NROTC, The Villanovan contest against highly ranked James their alma mater. and Graduate Business Programs. Madison University, where “V” was for Perfect fall weather welcomed the eager victory as the Wildcats prevailed 14-7. crowds on Saturday who came together in Great weather, great times Throughout the weekend, Villanova celebration of everything Villanova. The It was a fun-filled weekend for everyone, athletes also competed in women’s soccer, day’s activities kicked off with the Dream and smiling families wearing navy and volleyball and field hockey. for Eileen 5K and the Men’s Basketball Blue white were around every corner. Villanova On Sunday, the weekend’s events Versus White Scrimmage. The Alumni Spires Alumni treated crowds to a concert continued with St. Thomas of Villanova Family Picnic drew large crowds who outside of the Connelly Center. Down at Parish Masses and the Office of University enjoyed everything from the Class of 2005’s the Quad, students hosted a block party— Admission Legacy Day Program. five-year reunion and games to entertain­ complete with a laser tag game in an

50 Villanova Magazine Winter 2011 51 2010 St. Thomas of Villanova Alumni Medal and Second Leadership Summit

erbert P. Aspbury ’67 A&S, the out- create an endowed fund to support the Gen. Anthony Zinni, USMC (ret.),’65 going chairman of the Villa­nova Villanova School of Business’s Center VSB delivered the keynote address on HUniversity Board of Trustees, for Global Leadership. 21st-century leadership. His distinguished received the 2010 St. Thomas of Villanova Currently, Mr. Aspbury is a member military career has taken him to more Alumni Medal at the second Leadership of the Board of Directors of Exide Tech- than 70 countries and included numerous Summit, October 7-8. nologies in Alpharetta, Ga., and since command assignments at the platoon, The highest honor bestowed by the 2002 he has been an adjunct professor at company, battalion, regimental, Marine Villanova University Alumni Association, the Fisher Graduate School of Interna- expeditionary unit and Marine expedi- the medal is awarded to alumni who best tional Business of the Monterey Institute tionary force command levels. He has par- symbolize the spirit and legacy of St. of International Studies, where he teaches ticipated in numerous environmental Thomas, individuals who have achieved a international finance. security, defense, diplomacy and leadership level of distinction within their chosen During the Summit, participants dis- studies, and he has authored several best- fields or professions and those who have cussed globalization and how they’ve lev- selling books, including Leading the brought extraordinary benefit to the eraged their education and experiences at Charge: Leadership Lessons from the Battle- University and to their communities. Villanova into important leadership roles. field to the Boardroom. A member of the Board of Trustees “The Villanova experience encourages Issues of leadership, social justice, pub- since 1999, Aspbury also has served as the development of strong, ethical values lic health and economics in a global com- vice chairman, chair of the finance and and a consistent commitment to the larger munity were explored during seminars and audit committee and past president of the community,” says the Rev. Peter M. panel sessions with summit participants. Villanova University Alumni Association Donohue, O.S.A., Ph.D., ’75 A&S, Villa­ The inaugural Leadership Summit in Board of Directors. Aspbury and his wife, nova University president. “Our alumni take 2009 earned the Circle of Excellence Victoria, established and endowed the Augustinian ideals they have learned as Award from the Council for the Advance- a University scholarship in 1991, and students and use them to become visionary, ment and Support of Education (CASE). in 2006 they made a commitment to ethical leaders in their respective fields.”

Herbert P. Aspbury ’67 A&S, pictured here with his wife, Victoria, and the Rev. Peter M. Gen. Anthony Zinni, USMC (ret.),’65 VSB Donohue, O.S.A., Ph.D., ’75 A&S, University president, received the 2010 St. Thomas delivered the keynote address on 21st-century of Villanova Alumni Medal. leadership.

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1940s Women in Western Art.” The James Strazzella, Esq., ’61 A&S, USA: America’s Leading Lawyers collection is a culmination of Scott’s Phil., has been honored as the for Business. Rohn is chairman of Class of 1946: 65th 15-year study of the effects of mis­ Outstanding Professor of the Year at the firm Conrad O’Brien PC. Reunion, June 10-12, 2011 ogyny and related beliefs about Temple University Beasley School Dennis J. Mahoney ’73 C.E., women in Western art. After se­­ of Law, where he holds the James G. ’89 M.B.A. has been promoted George T. Scanlon ’45 Ch.E. was lecting masterpieces in which women Schmidt Chair in Law. Previously, he to vice president of Network honored by the Supreme Council serve as symbols or arche­types, Scott received the Lindback Foundation Engineering at Aqua Pennsylva- of Antiquities (SCA) in Zamalek, Award for Distinguished Teaching. nia, which he joined in 1981. Egypt, for his role in the excava- Paul M. Sorrentino ’67 A&S, Anthony Calise, Ph.D.,’64 Kevin Reilly ’73 A&S, Psy., tion of early Islamic settlements Arts, professor of English in the E.E. has received the American received the prestigious Msgr. in Egypt. He is the first non- College of Liberal Arts and Hu- Institute of Aeronautics and Astro- Reese Award from Catholic Egyptian archaeologist studying man Sciences at Virginia Tech, nautics’ 2010 Aerospace Guidance, Charities, Diocese of Wilming- Islamic settlements to receive has been named the Clifford A. Navigation and Control Award. ton, Del., for his activities help- this recognition from the SCA. Cutchins Professor of English. Dr. Calise is a professor at the ing others in Wilmington. Georgia Institute of Technology. Gary Olsen ’74 A&S, Soc., ’80 1950s Bernard F. Blanche ’65 A&S, G.S.Com.Couns. has been elected Edu., is the author of Iracema’s by the members of the Council Class of 1951: 60th Footprint, a novel published by for Advancement and Support of Reunion, June 10-12, 2011 Eloquent Books. A retired high Education to serve on the organiza- Class of 1956: 55th tion’s Board of Trustees. Olsen is Reunion, June 10-12, 2011 associate vice president of Alumni Peter D. Mason ’70 A&S, Soc., Relations at Villanova University. Edward J. Fesco, M.D., ’52 is vice president of Sales and Robin Ramistella ’74 A&S, A&S, Bio., started the 12th year Marketing at Lee Wethering- Pol.Sci., has accepted a posi- of “Ask Dr. Fesco,” a call-in radio ton Homes in Sarasota, Fla. tion as assistant director at ICS program in the Illinois Valley. Compliance in New York. Dr. Fesco answers callers’ ques- Nancy J. F. Prue ’75 VSB, Eco., tions about medical treatments has been elected executive vice and other health-related topics. president at the Adams Express Co., Robert A. Natiello ’52 A&S, reinterpreted them for modern a closed-end investment company Engl., has been nominated for a audiences in complex, photographic, based in Baltimore. She also is Pushcart Prize, a prestigious an- multiple-exposure images. executive vice president of Adams nual award that honors the best Martin Galvin ’58 A&S, Express’ non-controlled affiliate, poetry, short fiction and essays Arts, has published his fifth Petroleum & Resources Corp. published by America’s small presses. book of poetry, this one titled Edward “Ted” Dempsey ’77 Natiello was nominated in the Sounding the Atlantic. A&S, Arts, recently accepted a short story and memoir categories. position with Alcatel-Lucent as Rev. Thomas Dwyer, O.S.A., 1960s senior program director for the ’55 A&S, Arts, retired to Vil- Transportation and Public Safety lanova Monastery. He served as a Class of 1961: 50th Markets in the New York metro area. missionary in Japan for 51 years. Reunion, June 10-12, 2011 school English teacher, Blanche is Basil L. Merenda, Esq., ’79 Peter Scott ’56 A&S, Arts, fine working on two more novels, Bone­ A&S, Eco.,’84 J.D. is the acting art photographer and retired teacher, Class of 1966: 45th fish Bob and Black Dad/White Dad. secretary of the Pennsylvania De- has a current exhibition titled “Iconic Reunion, June 10-12, 2011 Donald J. Sesso, D.O., ’67 partment of State. Gov. Edward G. A&S, Bio., has joined the medi- Rendell nominated him for that po- Members of the classes of ’51 and ’52 NROTC Wildcats met for cal staff at Eagleville Hospital in sition. Merenda also is commissioner lunch at the Old Dominion Boat Club in Alexandria, Va. Top row left Eagleville, Pa., as an internal of the department’s Bureau of Profes- to right: Jim Danaher ’52 VSB, Eco.; Dave Anthony ’51 A&S, Arts; medicine and pulmonary consultant. sional and Occupational Affairs. Jim Mullin ’51 A&S, Edu. Bottom row left to right: Bill Landis ’52 Eileen Thomas ’79 Nur. is the M.E.; Dick Hartman ’51 VSB, Eco.; Joe Friend ’51 A&S, Arts. 1970s Class of 1971: 40th Victoria Colonna Fannon, Esq., Reunion, June 10-12, 2011 ’80 A&S, Engl., ’83 J.D. has been promoted to Counsel at Class of 1976: 35th Parker McCay in Marlton, N.J. Reunion, June 10-12, 2011 Richard Dyer, Esq., ’70 C.E., ’74 J.D. has been recognized as one of the leading construction attorneys in New York in the 2010 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. Dyer, a partner at Duane Morris LLP, has been recognized in the guide since 2004. James J. Rohn, Esq., ’72 A&S, Gen.Arts, ’75 J.D. has been ranked as a leading lawyer by the 2010 edition of Chambers

54 Villanova Magazine clinical educator for the Emergency by Gov. Chris Christie of New Ruth Griggs, Esq., ’83 A&S, Pol. Department at Danbury Hospital Jersey to serve on the board of Jim DeLorenzo ’84 A&S, Engl., Sci., has joined the Healthcare and an American Heart Association the Atlantic City Convention John Ondik ’83 VSB, Bus.Adm., Practice Group as an associ- Regional Faculty member for both and Visitors Authority. He is and Jennifer Sherlock ’01 A&S, ate at the law firm of Sands Pediatric Advanced Life Support vice president of Marketing for Comm., shared their business Anderson PC in Richmond, Va. and Advanced Cardiac Life Support. Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa. expertise with entrepreneurs at the Wharton School of the University of She earned a master’s in Nursing Demetrios “Jim” Batsides, Pennsylvania. They are now joining Education at New York University. Esq., ’82 A&S, Pol.Sci., has been named president-elect of the forces to consult with entrepre- neurs and small businesses about 1980s Trial Attorneys of New Jersey. Batsides is a partner with Duane using marketing and public relations Class of 1981: 30th techniques to grow their business. Reunion, June 10-12, 2011 Morris LLP in Newark, N.J. Jeffrey C. LeSage ’82 Class of 1986: 25th VSB, Acct., has been named Reunion, June 10-12, 2011 national managing part- ner – tax for KPMG LLP. Michael J. Brennan ’80 VSB, James G. Leyden Jr. ’82 Acct., is vice president and VSB, Acct., ’87 J.D. was rec- chief financial officer for Berk- ognized in the 2010 edition of ley Offshore Underwriting Chambers USA: America’s Lead- Managers LLC in New York. ship Institute and will serve a three- year term. Alvaré is an associate ing Lawyers for Business. Leyden George J. Kroculick, Esq., ’80 is a director at Richards, Layton A&S, Hist., ’83 J.D. has been professor of law at the George Mason University School of Law in Arling- & Finger in Wilmington, Del. recognized as one of the leading Alby Oxenreiter ’82 A&S., real estate attorneys in Penn- ton, Va. She serves as a consultor to the Pontifical Council for the Laity Comm., received the 2010 Cardinal sylvania in the 2010 edition of Wright Award from the executive caster on Channel 11 News in Chambers USA: America’s Leading in Vatican City and is a consultant for ABC News in the areas of women board of the Bishop’s Latin School Pittsburgh, with the Ethos Award Lawyers for Business. Kroculick is Alumni Association in Pittsburgh. for his commitment to service. a partner at Duane Morris LLP. in the Catholic Church, religion in the public square and the papacy. Villanova University’s Com- Paul A. Tufano, Esq., ’83 VSB, Helen M. Alvaré ’81 VSB, munication Department recently has been elected David Coskey ’81 A&S, Acct., ’86 J.D. Eco., has been elected to the Board honored Oxenreiter, a sports- chairman of the Board of Directors of Directors for the Catholic Leader- Comm., was recently nominated

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ers Center in Napa, Calif. He also Margaret Wenke, Esq., ’83 Lou Belmonte ’88 C.E. received Jim Lardiere ’89 VSB, Bus.Adm., will volunteer at Justin Siena High A&S, Soc., ’87 J.D. has been a Star of Excellence Award from is senior vice president at Savoy School. Recently, Brother Ken was named managing partner of PennDOT Secretary Allen D. Associates, a general agency for a junior high teacher at Christian Connor, Weber & Oberlies. She Biehler, P.E. Belmonte is district group insurance products. Lardiere Brothers Academy in Syracuse, N.Y. is the first woman to lead the traffic engineer from District 6, has overall business development firm, which has offices in Penn- which serves Philadelphia and its responsibilities for Savoy Associ- sylvania and New Jersey. surrounding suburban counties. ates’ new office in Radnor, Pa. 1990s Class of 1991: 20th Reunion, June 10-12, 2011 Class of 1996: 15th Reunion, June 10-12, 2011 Gina Ulichny Friel ’90 Nur. was elected president of the Maryland Chapter of the National Associa- tion of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners. She will serve a two-year term. Charles “Chip” McLeod ’90 C.E., ’94 M.S.W.R.E.E. welcomed a boy. Joseph V. McColley Jr. ’91 Michael Mattioni, Esq., ’86 Christopher J. Morvillo, Esq., of the Kimmel Center Inc. and will A&S, Eco., married Kayo Yomada. A&S, Eco, ’89 J.D. has been elected ’87 A&S, Engl., has been elected a assume that role in January 2011. Tu- Edward “Ned” McMahon, to serve as secretary of the Justinian principal of Morvillo, Abramowitz, fano is senior vice president, general Esq., ’91 M.E. was named part- Society, a legal organization that Grand, Iason, Anello & Bohrer PC, counsel and chief government busi- ner in the law firm of Ohlandt, promotes and supports the legal a New York-based litigation firm. ness executive of Independence Blue Greeley, Ruggiero & Perle. The profession. Mattioni is president He also is an adjunct professor at Cross Family of Companies in Phila- Connecticut-based firm special- of Mattioni Ltd., which has offices Fordham University School of Law. delphia. He is the immediate past izes in intellectual property. in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Brother Kenneth Kalinowski, president of the Villanova University Dennis Eberly ’92 G.S.Hum. John Zito ’86 VSB, Acct., F.S.C., ’88 A&S, Hist., has ac- Alumni Association and is a member Org.Sci., ’92 G.S.Crim.Jus. conducted a seminar on tax cepted a position at Christian Broth- of the University’s Board of Trustees. Adm. was promoted to the rank of Christine Volkay Hilditch credits for production at the Media ’83 C.E., ’09 M.P.A. was named Financial Managers Conference Delaware County Engineer of the in Nashville, Tenn. Zito is direc- Year 2010. Hilditch is director tor of Tax Compliance at the Kelly Ayotte Goes to Washington Harron Entertainment Co. of Engineering for the Delaware Kelly Ayotte, J.D., ’93 has County Regional Water Quality Gerry Fasano ’87 E.E. has Control Authority in Pennsylvania. been named president of Informa- become the first graduate of the Judith Miller Baehrle ’84 tion Systems & Global Solutions- Villanova University School of Nur. is director of Human Re- Defense at the Lockheed Martin Law to be elected to the U.S. sources at Fernley & Fernley Inc. Corp., in Bethesda, Md. Senate. Ayotte succeeds retiring in Philadelphia. The company John Mastrocola ’87 VSB, Bus. Sen. Judd Gregg, R-N.H. Before provides professional management Adm., was named 2010 Father of services to nonprofit organiza- the Year by the Father’s Day Council making her bid for the Senate, tions and professional societies. in Orange County, Calif. He was which resulted in a landslide Irene Stolarz ’84 A&S, Psy., honored at a dinner that benefited victory, Ayotte served for five the American Diabetes Association. was selected Family Wealth director, years as New Hampshire’s first first vice president at Morgan Stan- Mastrocola is regional administra- ley Smith Barney in Melville, N.Y. tor for Generations Healthcare. female attorney general and was named Citizen of the Year Sandra L. Gomberg ’85 Nur., Andrea Bonina Foad ’89 in 2008 by the New Hampshire ’90 M.S.Nur. has been named A&S, Engl., is president of the Union Leader. While serving as president and chief execu- Brooklyn Bar Association, a deputy attorney general and chief of the Homicide Unit, she tive officer of Temple University 2,000-member professional rose to fame for her prosecution of two teenagers convicted of organization in New York. Hospital in Philadelphia. murdering husband-and-wife professors at Dartmouth College. Ayotte also argued before the U.S. Supreme Court, successfully defending New Hampshire’s parental notification law. A native of Nashua, N.H., she graduated from the Pennsylvania State University with a degree in political science. Ayotte served as executive editor of the Environmental Law Journal during her third year at Villanova Law. Following law school, Ayotte clerked for the Hon. Sherman D. Horton, associate justice of the New Hampshire Supreme Court.

56 Villanova Magazine Pol.Sci., welcomed a girl. Dana Wise Valentine ’94 A&S, Heidi Connor Igoe ’95 Arts, ’97 G.S.Hum.Org.Sci. is vice Model Fashions New Career as A&S, Comm., and Ben Igoe president of Human Resources ’96 C.E. welcomed a boy. Advocate for Multicultural Youth at Veolia ES Solid Waste Inc. Patrick Kennedy ’95 A&S, in Milwaukee. Veolia ES is one She used to be found Gen.Arts, recently became of the largest waste services co-owner of Spikeball, an in- traveling the world and companies in North America. tense beach game that he and modeling designer his friends played in the hallways clothing on the pages of of Corr Hall freshman year. Vogue and Elle. Today Stephanie Russell Sut- you’ll see Kate Gibbs ter ’95 Nur. welcomed a boy. Jonathan Grella ’96 A&S, Pol. ’01 VSB working with Sci., is director of Communications students in the for the NFL’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers. multicultural community Christopher H. Lim- of Long Branch, N.J. bach ’96 A&S, Eco., mar- ried Abigail Hartnett. She left the fashion Erin Drude Murray ’96 world behind to accept a A&S, Hist., welcomed a girl. position as an educator, Colette Lagala Perrone ’96 social entrepreneur and VSB, Mkt., welcomed a girl. advocate in the lieutenant in the East Hempfield Christine Kando Szabo ’97 Township Police Department in VSB, Bus.Adm., welcomed a girl. development of a Lancaster County, Pa. He has served M. Consuelo V. Martinez- sustainable leadership with the department for 29 years. Corcoran ’97 VSB, Mgt., and academy and foreign language programs in the Long Branch Cmdr. William A. Lintz, James J. Corcoran ’00 A&S, Public Schools. She uses her network of contacts from the USN, ’92 E.E. received a doc- Pol.Sci., welcomed twin girls. torate in Electrical Engineering Allison Parks Penza ’97 VSB, fashion world to bring new opportunities to her students. In from the Naval Postgraduate Bus.Adm., welcomed a girl. addition, she spearheaded a cross-cultural project with Queen School in Monterey, Calif. He Leslie Yatczyn Orzack ’97 Rania’s Madrasati District in Jordan to support initiatives of is director of Fleet Informa- VSB, Mkt., welcomed a boy. tolerance and enhance mutual understanding and respect tion Operations at Commander, Vincent G. Albanese ’98 among different cultures through the United Nations Girls U.S. Third Fleet, San Diego. A&S, Engl., welcomed a girl. Roger Pauly ’92 G.S.Hist., Deena Brozek Brandow ’98 Education Initiative (UNGEI). In March 2010, Gibbs met Queen author of Firearms: The Life Story of VSB, Mkt., welcomed a girl. Noor of Jordan at WNET’s New York Celebrates Teaching and a Technology, worked with a British Marc Litz ’98 VSB, Learning Week. television production company on Acct., welcomed a girl. a four-part series called Ground Amy Mullane Wimmer ’98 Warfare, which aired on PBS. He is A&S, Comp.Sci., welcomed a girl. Terence Arlotta ’00 VSB, Shaun Julian ’00 Ch.E. earned an associate professor of History at Lisa A. Barella ’99 M.B.A. Acct., and Stacey Arlotta ’01 an M.B.A. from Rider University. the University of Central Arkansas. recently joined Coastal Carolina A&S, Bio., welcomed a boy. Catherine “Kate” Loper Shawn Jones ’93 VSB, Eco., ac- University as an assistant professor Christina Blaney Kassendorf McDonald, Ph.D., R.N., ’00 cepted the position of vice president of Exercise and Sports Medicine. ’00 A&S, Comm., and Alexander Nur. successfully defended her of Business Development with Hid- Giulia Campanaro Kasendorf ’00 J.D. welcomed a boy. doctoral dissertation, “Community den River Capital in Philadelphia. McPherson ’99 A&S, Pol. Violence Exposure and Positive Youth Development in Urban Kathleen Kopp Leach ’93 Sci., welcomed twin boys. Navy Lt. Amanda Zawora ’04 Youth,” and began a post-doctoral A&S, Psy., welcomed a boy. Marco S. DiRenzo ’99 A&S, A&S, Math., received her fourth fellowship at the University of Susan Stawovy Preaus ’93 Eco., accepted an appointment Navy and Marine Corps Achieve- Pennsylvania School of Nursing. A&S, Psy., accepted a position as assistant professor of Organi- ment Medal as a Naval Education as school therapist in the Sum- zational Behavior at the Naval and Training Command (NETC) Roger Raber ’00 A&S, mit County School District in Postgraduate School in Monterey, Officer Instructor of the Year Colorado. She earned an M.A. Calif. He recently was awarded (IOY) finalist. She and two other Antoinette Cresta Cristella, C.P.A., in Counseling Psychology and a doctorate in Organizational finalists traveled to Washington, ’05 VSB, Acct., was promoted to Counselor Education from the Behavior from Drexel University’s D.C., for the first annual NETC managing associate at Drucker University of Colorado Denver. LeBow College of Business. IOY Recognition Week festivities. & Scaccetti PC in Philadelphia. Lisa Teevan Carey ’93 A&S, Stacey A. Favaloro Barsa ’99 Comm., and Bob Carey ’92 VSB, Fin., and Peter M. Barsa A&S, Math., welcomed a girl. ’99 VSB, Fin., welcomed a boy. Rev. Joseph W. Bongard ’94 Timothy Lewis ’99 VSB, G.S.Edu. has been appointed Eco., married Lisa Wong. vice-rector of Saint Charles Bor- romeo Seminary in Overbrook, 2000s Pa. He has served in secondary education in the Archdiocese Class of 2001: 10th of Philadelphia for 18 years. Reunion, June 10-12, 2011 Michael Cunius ’94 VSB, Mgt., welcomed a boy. Class of 2006: 5th Jennifer DiPillo ’94 A&S, Reunion, June 10-12, 2011

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Hist., welcomed a boy. Lynn Santimauro ’02 VSB, Have you received an honor, award or promotion? Did you earn another Meaghan Ryan Bonavita ’00 Fin., and David Bachstetter A&S, Comm., welcomed a boy. ’99 VSB, Fin., were married. degree, get married or have a baby? E-mail your news to alumni@ Steven Armbruster ’01 A&S, Julie Scheidweiler-Darné ’02 villanova.edu, or mail to Kate Wechsler, Villanova Magazine, Alumni Bio., married Julia Cummings. A&S, Comm., welcomed a girl. Office, Garey Hall, Villanova University, 800 Lancaster Avenue, Thomas O. Fitzpatrick, Esq., Susan Sherlock ’02 A&S, Villanova, PA 19085. Digital photos should be 300 dpi jpeg or tif format, ’01 VSB, Mkt., ’04 J.D./M.B.A. Comm., and David Sherlock ’00 was recognized as a Pennsylvania Su- VSB, Fin., welcomed a girl. and preferably at least 3 x 5 inches. perlawyer (Rising Star) – Top 2.5% Caryn Adams ’03 VSB, Villanova University reserves complete editorial rights to all content submitted for of attorneys in the state. A former Mkt., and Greg Szekalski Class Notes, and posts and publishes listings as space permits. prosecutor, Fitzpatrick founded a ’03 C.E. were married. private trial attorney firm in 2008. Joe Greca ’03 A&S, Comp. Marketing from Fordham Univer- the Fuqua School of Busi- Alexis Hugelmeyer ’01 A&S, Sci., and Jaclyn Johns Greca sity Graduate School of Business. ness at Duke University. Comp.Sci., welcomed a boy. ’05 VSB, Mkt./Intl.Bus., ’08 Michelle DeSilets Gallagher Crystal Stine ’05 A&S, Lori Libertucci Perillo ’01 M.B.A. welcomed a boy. ’04 Nur. welcomed a girl. Engl., ’06 G.S.Lib.Stud. has been VSB, MIS/Fin., welcomed a boy. Michael Keveaney ’03 A&S, Michael Marion-Lan- promoted to Corporate Communi- Nicholas J. Mauro ’01 Eco., and Meghann Gould ’03 dais ’04 VSB, Acct., mar- cations/Public Relations Officer at A&S, Soc., welcomed a boy. VSB, Fin./Mkt., were married. ried Melanie Cherwony. Orrstown Bank in Shippensburg, Pa. Laura Cristoforo ’02 A&S, Nancy Lee ’03 A&S, Chem., Kristi Parco Gibson ’04 A&S, Michelle I. Cifone ’06 Psy., married Greg MacEwan. ’06 G.S.Edu. and Peter Lee ’03 Sec.Edu./Engl., welcomed a girl. A&S, Bio., received a doctoral Amy Hilseberg Clark ’02 VSB, MIS/Fin., welcomed a girl. Brianne Donahoe ’05 Nur. degree in Osteopathic Medi- A&S, Arts, welcomed a girl. Julie Slager ’03 VSB, married Colin McGree. Do- cine from Philadelphia College Joël Christina Jack- Fin., married Kent Smith. nahoe also received a master’s of Osteopathic Medicine. son Schreiber ’02 A&S, Deacon Matthew J. Tralies degree from Simmons College. Katherine LoCarro ’06 VSB, Engl., welcomed a boy. ’03 A&S, Pol.Sci., was ordained Daniel Peterson ’05 VSB, Mkt., and Shawn Kachnowski Bradley Morgan ’02 VSB, MIS/ from Saint Charles Borromeo Fin./Mkt., and Traci Forberg ’06 M.E. were married. Fin., married Elizabeth Yearwood. Seminary in Overbrook, Pa. ’06 A&S, Crim.Jus./Psy., ’07 Michele McAleese ’06 Kristin Pitassy Gambel ’02 Stephanie Castellano ’04 VSB, G.S.Crim.Jus. were married. A&S, Pol.Sci./Hist., and Steven A&S, Engl., and Ray Gambel ’02 Acct./Fin., received an M.B.A. with Kane Snyder ’05 VSB, Quinn ’06 M.E. were married. A&S, Comp.Sci., welcomed a girl. a dual concentration in Finance and Eco., received an M.B.A. from Beth Salonia, O.D., ’06 A&S, Let’s Work Together for Villanova’s Success! Villanovans are known for coming together to make a difference. When it comes to alumni annual giving we need every member of our community to participate. Our giving percentage is lower than our peers, but if we all pitch in we can keep moving forward. Join your fellow alumni by making a gift to Villanova today. Working together, alumni participation will continue to climb and help us paint an even brighter future for our students. 



 



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9LOODQRYDB6HUYLFHB$QQXDO)XQG$GB9LQGG 30 58 Villanova Magazine Bio., graduated with academic and Kimberly Slate ’09 M.S.Nur. Roberto J. Suarez y De Robert J. “Rags” Rigney clinical honors from the Pennsylva- earned certification in Nurs- Cardenas ’49 VSB, Eco., on July 7. ’56 VSB, Eco., on August 15. nia College of Optometry at Salus ing Professional Development. Timothy Wright ’56 University in Elkins Park, Pa. Devon Czarzasty ’10 Nur. 1950s M.E. on May 15. Karen Shemanski ’06 A&S, was commissioned into the U.S. James F. Finlan Jr. ’50 Oliver G. “Doc” Ludwig III Pol.Sci./Bio., received a doctoral Navy Nurse Corps and will be E.E. on May 27. ’57 A&S, Chem., on July 18. degree in Osteopathic Medi- stationed in San Diego, Calif. John Gounis ’51 VSB, Joseph W. Redmond ’57 cine from Philadelphia College Lauren St. Clair Lynch ’10 Eco., on May 26. VSB, Eco., on June 25. of Osteopathic Medicine. VSB, Fin., is eating her way through James B. Philip ’51 Thomas C. Thompson ’57 Todd Berman ’08 M.B.A. Philadelphia magazine’s “239 Dishes Ch.E. on July 28. C.E. on November 19, 2009. has been named senior direc- You Must Eat Now” and writing Fred Aurelio ’52 VSB, Raymond J. Butterworth tor of Digital Media at Comcast a blog about her experiences. Eco., on June 26. ’58 VSB, Eco., on June 20. SportsNet in Philadelphia. Charles J. Bufalino Jr., Esq., James Garrity ’58 Kathleen Gallogly ’08 A&S, ’52 VSB, Eco., on June 21. G.S.Arts on June 2. Hist., and John Falcetti ’06 In Memoriam Rev. John Riley Havener, Leonard J. Lipski Ch.E./M.Ch.E. were married. O.S.A., ’52 A&S, Arts, on June 1. ’58 C.E. on May 9. Jim Sweeney ’08 C.E. 1930s Patrick A. Highland Jr. ’52 Theodore Macri ’58 and Ashley McGinniss ’08 John Bartholomew A&S, Math., on June 18. A&S, Engl., on May 29. A&S, Engl., were married. Gehman ’39 E.E. on June 15. Joseph A. Berry ’53 A&S, Bio., Dick McEntee ’58 Stephen Bates ’09 M.B.A. ’61 G.S.Arts on April 1, 2009. Ch.E. on June 20. has accepted a position to 1940s Richard “Dick” Cashman Philip K. Mebus ’59 lead DoD Business Strategy C. Chester Pullen ’41 ’53 A&S, Arts, on July 13. VSB, Eco., on March 19. at Oracle in Reston, Va. E.E. on March 31. Jeremiah D. Shields Andrew J. Lacy ’09 VSB, Col. Thomas E. Chegin ’53 E.E. on May 7. 1960s Acct./Fin., is an associate in ’43 A&S, Sci., U.S. Army Robert G. Sur ’54 A&S, William G. Pohlhaus Sr. Audit at KPMG in Baltimore. (retired), on August 9. Pol.Sci., ’60 J.D. on June 15. ’60 G.S.Arts on July 6. Allison Saras ’09 M.P.A. re- Albert J. Derr ’46 A&S, Rita Marie Fenwick Francis K. Forest ’63 cently accepted a position as director Chem., on July 16. ’55 Nur. on May 6. A&S, Edu., on July 2. of Constituent Relations at the Uni- Gerald P. Powell Sr. ’48 Adrian J. Kilker ’55 Michael E. McCloskey ’63 versity of Pittsburgh School of Law. VSB, Eco., on July 12. A&S, Arts, on June 30. VSB, Acct., on March 31.

In Memoriam

Robert McDonnell ’47, Assistant Coach Richard J. Leighton ’74 VSB: Inspired to Give Back Robert “Maje” McDonnell ’47 VSB, a longtime member of the Phillies A successful entrepreneur and philanthropist with organization and former Villanova great empathy for others, Richard J. Leighton, athlete and assistant basketball 57, passed away on September 1, 2010. In 1981, coach, died July 8. he opened an office-supply store in a retail A standout baseball and basketball storefront in Springfield, Pa. Today, the company player at Northeast High School in he founded, Office Basics, has a fleet of 45 trucks Philadelphia, McDonnell received a and 130 employees. Mr. Leighton achieved his scholarship to Villanova, where he / T he P hiladelphia I n q uirer A kira S uwa success despite personal adversity. He became dominated in both sports and later a single parent to a 5-year-old son after his wife was inducted into the Varsity Club Hall died of cancer and later experi­enced his own of Fame. serious health challenges, receiving an organ World War II interrupted his career. transplant in 2001. He was inspired to help McDonnell served with the 95th establish and become chairman of the board of Infantry Division and, three years later, the Clyde F. Barker Transplant House in returned to Villanova a highly decorated veteran. When McDonnell Philadelphia, a “home away from home” for graduated in 1947, basketball coach Al Severance hired him as his transplant families that is modeled after the assistant. Under McDonnell, the freshman squads posted a 110-20 Ronald McDonald House. He funded a record over nine years. scholarship at Villanova for entrepreneurial In 1947 he took a second job as batting-practice pitcher for the studies and was known to volunteer his Phillies. Until his retirement a year ago, McDonnell spent almost truck fleet to Operation Warm for deliveries of his entire career with the organization, coaching, scouting, serving winter coats for children in need. He is survived as goodwill ambassador and bearing the championship rings his by his son, mother and four siblings. team had earned. McDonnell is survived by his wife, Mildred, three daughters and two grandsons.

Winter 2011 59 Class Notes

Paul J. Roman ’63 A&S, 1970s Kathleen Ann Reed ’95 VSB, Class Notes Publication Policy Arts, on January 31. Janet C. Clinton ’72 G.S.Lib. Bus.Adm., on June 15, 2009. Villanova University accepts sub­ John D. Hagee Sr. Sci. on April 25. Susan Lee “Sue” Bott missions of news of professional ’64 E.E. on June 7. Tom Janora ’73 A&S, ’97 M.S.Nur. on May 27. achievements or personal milestones Gordon R. Tomea Kelly Lynn Rader ’99 for inclusion in the Class Notes sec- Edu., on March 10. tion of Villanova Magazine. Concise ’65 C.E. on July 15. Richard “Rich” Nocella ’73 A&S, Comm., on June 20. submissions can be submitted elec- Gale Thomas Arkwright A&S, Edu., ’77 G.S.Edu. on July 23. tronically or by mail. The University ’66 M.E. on August 4. Joseph J. Seppy Jr. ’73 2000s reserves the right to edit for content, Harry J. Harp III ’66 E.E. on March 16. Mattei Radu ’03 A&S, Hist./ accuracy and length. Every effort is VSB, Eco., on August 8. Steven B. Inman ’74 VSB, Pol.Sci., on May 7. made to print submissions in a timely Robert E. Herstam ’67 Bus.Adm., on March 5. fashion as space permits. Reason- VSB, Eco., on August 14. William L. Schaffer ’74 Faculty able steps are taken to verify the Brenda Schooley ’67 June Lytel-Murphy G.S.Engl. ’70, accuracy of the information submit- VSB, Acct., on April 22. ted, but the University cannot guaran- G.S.Lib.Sci. on August 6. retired English Department faculty tee the accuracy of all submissions. Thomas F. Burke ’68 1980s member, on October 19. Publication of professional achieve- G.S.Arts on August 4. Deborah Johnson ’81 A&S, ments or personal milestones does LeRoy Klein ’68 VBS, Soc., on April 30. Staff not constitute endorsement by Bus.Adm., on August 6. Mildred Wurth King Vincent P. Checchia, administra- Villanova University. Thomas Edgar TenEyck ’88 Nur. on May 28. tor of Admissions, on June 8. ’68 C.E. on August 12. Mario J. D’Ignazio, retired A. Thomas “Tom” Tebbens 1990s assistant dean for Administrative Jr. ’69 G.S.Engl. on August 11. Gretchen R. Lips ’94 A&S, Services in the College of Liberal Psy., on January 27. Arts and Sciences, on October 29. In Memoriam

Paul Calello ’83 VSB: Remembering “Giletta” A Wonderful Life Remembered When he wasn’t attending On November 16, Paul Calello Electrical Engineering classes ’83 VSB, chairman of Credit or helping his fraternity, Lambda Suisse’s Investment Bank and Chi Alpha, Daniel Giletta a member of the company’s (pictured with his mother, executive board, passed away Sigrun) loved to hang out in the from non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma Quad. Long after he had moved at the age of 49. His death was out of Sullivan, “Giletta,” as he described as a great loss for was called, was a fixture the entire financial community. outside the residence hall, He is survived by his wife and where he waited to catch sight four children. of friends walking by. They Calello played a pivotal role never passed up the chance to in the creation of the equity chat with someone who was the derivatives market and as a real deal, says Emily Perretti ’11 A&S. founding member of the company’s financial products and “You could always count on Giletta. He cared about his helped build it into one of the most significant derivatives firms friends, and he listened to what they had to say. He also was a in the industry. hilarious storyteller.” In addition to his business achievements, Paul will also be Giletta died suddenly on September 29. On the evening remembered for his engagement on policy issues affecting the following his death, students, faculty and staff filled global financial system. He was the first industry leader to St. Thomas of Villanova Church to mourn the loss of the advo­cate consistent, effective regulation of derivative instru­ 21-year-old Wyckoff, N.J., native. University President the Rev. ments globally, at a time when this was highly controversial. Peter M. Donohue, O.S.A., Ph.D., ’75 A&S encouraged those He was “an outstanding leader, and a down-to-earth, very assembled to support each other. “Without community, we’re human colleague who forged strong relationships and made a in darkness. Without community, we flounder.” positive difference in the world around him,” said Brady Dougan, CEO of Credit Suisse, who worked with Calello for Bernie and Sigrun Giletta express their gratitude for the over 25 years. overwhelming response from alumni, who have sent cards In October, Columbia Business School announced the and made donations to their son’s elementary school, establishment of the Paul Calello Professorship in Leadership St. Elizabeth in Wyckoff. and Ethics.

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