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DISTINCTLY VILLANOVA Melding Academics and Mission

ALUM WINS PULITZER PRIZE HOMECOMING HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE PRESIDENT

DEAR FRIENDS,

As many of you so often tell me, a Villanova education teaches our students to develop creative solutions is a transformational experience. It is distinguished above to real-world problems. Such offerings help ensure all by academic excellence. Our students are challenged that the Villanova experience will remain distinctive by a rigorous learning experience rooted in the liberal arts and powerful. and shaped by a community where students and professors are partners in learning. Also, I am pleased to share that Villanova has once again earned the #1 placement in the Regional Uni- Yet we cannot ignore the fact that higher education versity-North category in US News & World Report’s is facing significant challenges. For the benefit of future annual “America’s Best Colleges” rankings—mark- generations of Villanovans, we must successfully navi- ing our 20th consecutive year in the top spot of that gate them—so our University may continue to thrive in category. Villanova was also again ranked among the what has become an increasingly complex landscape. best value schools in the same category, for “Great We must be agile, thorough and strategic. Above all, Schools, Great Prices.” we must continue to be dynamic to serve the evolving needs of the students who come to us for the distinctive While we take pride in this acknowledgement of education we offer. Villanova’s excellence and value, we must continue to develop new ways of doing what we already do so “We will always be an Augustinian Catholic University Moving forward, our focus will be on creating edu- well. We must be a leader in emerging trends while cational models that stimulate critical thinking and also remaining true to who we are. Education is about committed to the ideals of Truth, Unity and Love; an fostering scholarship and research that contribute serving the mission of the institution so that it can academic institution focused on providing an exceptional new knowledge to academic disciplines. In support serve others. It is not about making profits, but profiting of this focus, the University has established the the larger community. Together we can face the chal- education rooted in the Liberal Arts; a place where Office for Research and Graduate Programs. It marks lenges that lie ahead—and continue to inspire minds students, faculty, staff and alumni find ways to use their the beginning of an exciting strategic initiative for to explore, act from the heart and succeed. talents and abilities to help those around them.” Villanova and a major step in promoting faculty scholarship and graduate programs as presented in Sincerely, the University’s Strategic Plan. — The Rev. Peter M. Donohue, OSA, PhD Opening Address to the Villanova Community, Aug. 30, 2012 With the increasing popularity of online learning, Villanova must invent new ways to make today’s classrooms places where our students want to learn. The Rev. Peter M. Donohue, OSA, PhD, ’75 A&S We are committed to interdisciplinary learning, which President CONTENTS WINTER 2013

DISTINCTLY VILLANOVA: FEATURES MELDING ACADEMICS AND MISSION 16 Summer study-abroad program blends structural engineering, theology and Augustinian mission into an unforgettable experience for faculty and students. 22 22 A REASON TO SMILE FOR COCA-COLA SCHOLARS A $500,000 grant from The Coca-Cola Foundation benefits first-generation college students.

26 26 THE FACTS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES Pulitzer Prize winner Eileen Sullivan ’99 A&S has one mission: getting the story out.

28 A LESSON IN JUSTICE 28 Students in Villanova University’s School of Law’s Clinic for Asylum Refugee and Emigrant Services aid families fleeing human rights abuses.

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4 NEWS 34 TRUE BLUE 42 THE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

12 PROFILES IN LEADERSHIP 36 RISING STAR 49 CLASS NOTES & IN MEMORIAM 14 WHAT LIES AHEAD 38 MISSION & MINISTRY 56 MY VILLANOVA STORY 32 IGNITING CHANGE 40 WILDCATS CONNECT

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20 Years at the Top CAA Salutes Coach Talley All-America Honor Crowns Villanova again earned the #1 placement in the Regional University–North category in and QB Robertson Lipari’s Standout Season US News & World Report’s annual “America’s Best Col- Junior Emily Lipari was named an leges” rankings, marking the All-American by the United States University’s 20th consecutive Track & Field and Cross Country year in the top spot of that Coaches Association. This All-America category. It also continued honor in cross country is a first for AKANDE NAMED MID- to rank as one of the best Lipari, a two-time All-American for value schools in the Regional indoor track and a leading performer ATLANTIC REGION University–North category for “Great Schools, Great Prices,” in Villanova’s cross-country lineup this ATHLETE OF THE YEAR earning the #2 spot.  season. The Wildcats' top finisher at the NCAA Championships, she also After winning the individual title at the received All-BIG EAST and All-Mid- NCAA Mid-Atlantic Regional Champi- Atlantic Region acclaim. She won onships, junior Nicky Akande was chosen Prize-Winning the individual title at the BIG EAST as the Mid-Atlantic Region Athlete of Championships, giving the Wildcats the Year by the United States Track & Journalists Talk Shop the individual conference champion for a fourth straight year, and regis- Field and Cross Country Coaches Asso- at Villanova tered a third-place finish at the NCAA ciation. It marks the fifth season in a row Mid-Atlantic Regional.  that a Wildcat has received this honor. Eileen Sullivan ’99 A&S, part of Akande captured the individual region an Associated Press reporting team to win the 2012 Pulitzer title with a career-best time of 20:14 on a Prize for Investigative Report- 6,000 meter course. She now has earned ing (see feature on Page 26), Quarterback John Robertson both All-Mid-Atlantic Region and All-BIG highlighted a group of award- Capella to Oversee Graduate EAST accolades the past two years.   winning journalists who came to campus for “Pulitzer Prize For the third time in his career, Villanova head football coach Andy Talley Week.” Sponsored by the was named the CAA Coach of the Year, while redshirt freshman quarter- Business Programs Villanova Quidditch College of Liberal Arts and back John Robertson was named the CAA Offensive Rookie of the Year. Sciences’ Writing and Rheto- After the young team won just two games in 2011, a preseason poll had Michael L. Capella, PhD, associate ric Program, the event also Clinches brought to campus the team of predicted that the Wildcats would finish eighth in the CAA this year. Instead, professor of Marketing, has been Philadelphia Inquirer reporters Talley led Villanova to an 8-3 regular season and the team’s fourth playoff appointed associate dean for the who won a Pulitzer for their berth in five years. Graduate and Executive Business series on violence in Philadel- Robertson was a big part of Villanova’s success. In his first 10 career starts, Programs at the Villanova School phia public schools.  Robertson threw for 1,830 yards and 14 touchdowns. The Wildcats’ second of Business. In this role, Dr. Capella leading rusher, he ran for 936 yards and had a team-high 13 rushing touch- will lead efforts to ensure the downs. Robertson is the first player in school history to run for more than continued, and increasingly higher, 100 yards and pass for more than 300 in the same game.  level of academic quality and Kephart Lecture recognition to the VSB graduate business programs and corporate Explores Melville Tale educational programs. He will part- ner with faculty and administration Melville’s novella Benito Cereno Court Action to provide strategic and academic inspired the fourth annual direction, keeping with the over- Kephart Lecture, delivered by The Villanova Wildcats never trailed en route arching mission and strategy of historian and author Greg Gran- to a 74-49 win over the Montana Lady Grizz VSB and the University. din, PhD, of New York Univer- in the championship game of the UNLV Lady Dr. Capella, who joined the VSB sity. “Fast-Fish and Loose-Fish: Rebel Round-Up in Las Vegas in November. faculty in 2005, was recently named the Villanova School of Freedom and Slavery in Herman Senior guard Rachel Roberts was named to Melville’s America” examined Business Emerging Scholar in Marketing. He has published in lead- the All-Tournament Team. To see the season ing journal outlets and serves on several editorial review boards. parallels between the narrative schedule for men’s and women’s basketball, and the issues polarizing the His research has won several awards, including the 2008 Journal of visit the following links: United States in the 1850s. The Advertising Best Article Award. Lore Kephart '86 Distinguished Prior to pursuing his doctoral degree at Mississippi State Uni- villanova.com/sports/m-baskbl/sched/nova-m- Villanova Quidditch triumphed over the Historians Lecture Series was versity, Dr. Capella spent nearly 10 years in professional sales University of Maryland to win the 2012 Mid- baskbl-sched.html established in memory of Lore management with an international food manufacturer. His industry Atlantic Regional Championship in Roanoke, Kephart '86 by her husband, experience involved account management and relationship market- Va. “I could not be more proud of our team Horace “Kep” Kephart.  villanova.com/sports/w-baskbl/sched/nova-w- ing with large retail grocery chains, national restaurants, wholesale for pulling through despite the adversity,” Senior guard Rachel Roberts baskbl-sched.html accounts and channel intermediaries.  says co-captain William Greco ’13 COE.

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ENGINEERING Engineering Pays Tribute to Alumni Brandt Named Director of Grant Funds Research on RANKS IN TOP 10 Moorad Center for Sports Law Acrylic Paints For the seventh consecutive At the 36th annual Engi- neering Alumni Awards year, the College of Engineering A sports-industry expert Dinner Reception, the Rev. has been ranked in the top 10 who has worked as a Peter M. Donohue, OSA, lawyer, player agent, “Best Undergraduate Engineer- PhD, ’75 A&S, University team executive, televi- ing Programs” in the country president, joined Gary sion analyst and national among colleges and universities Gabriele, PhD, Drosdick columnist, Andrew Endowed Dean of Engi- whose highest degree is primarily Brandt brings his experi- neering, in acknowledging a bachelor’s or master’s, according ence and vision to bear the outstanding leadership; to US News & World Report. as the inaugural director academic, technical and of the Jeffrey S. Moorad The College’s undergraduate professional achievement; Center for Sports Law. curriculum is nationally rec- and meritorious service of In this position, Brandt— ognized for its innovativeness the College’s distinguished who also is the NFL Anthony Lagalante, PhD, associate professor, alumni. The 2012 recipients and robust research program. Kurt Conti ’84, recipient of the J. Stanley Morehouse business analyst for ESPN and a lecturer at the Wharton Chemistry (right), and a colleague at the Uni- were Kurt Conti ’84; Eric Award, with his wife, Gina, at the 2012 Engineering Villanova’s teacher-scholars, says School of the University of Pennsylvania—will oversee the versity of Delaware have received a $300,000 Ricci '01, '03 MS; Victor Alumni Awards Dinner Reception. Gary Gabriele, PhD, Drosdick activities of the newly created center. grant from the National Science Foundation to Manuel Garcia Talavera ’98; Endowed Dean of Engineering, “Andrew Brandt brings the perfect blend of sports indus- study the composition, cleaning and aging of William Leighton, PhD, '73; Michael Gigliotti ’70; James O'Leary ’00; Daniel try and legal expertise to his new role,” said John Y. Gotanda, water-borne emulsion polymer (acrylic) paints. “are dedicated to their students, Weeden ’89; Daniel Flynn ’82; Paul Varello ’65; Karl Zurn '66, ’69 MEE; Glenn dean of the Villanova University School of Law. “As an industry Acrylic paintings are a significant constituent providing in-depth support in DeSimone ’69; and William Albert ’12 (who received the Robert D. Lynch insider, Andrew knows the field of sports law like few others, of the country’s cultural assets, and the clean- classes and labs. These same Award at the Recognition Ceremony on Commencement Weekend). The and we’re thrilled to welcome him to the VLS team.” ing and preservation of these treasures pose Engineering Alumni Society oversees the nomination process. teachers also publish in peer-  A graduate of Stanford University and Georgetown University great challenges. This research will incorporate reviewed journals and present at Law School, Brandt has represented such top athletes as Michael staff and facilities at the universities and at the major conferences. As a result, our Jordan, Patrick Ewing, Boomer Esiason, Matt Hasselbeck, Adam Winterthur Museum in Delaware and the Getty students are in tune with the latest Vinatieri and Ricky Williams. He gained front-office experience Conservation Institute in Los Angeles.  developments in the field.”  as general manager of the Barcelona Dragons in the NFL’s World Formula SAE Car Showcased League and as vice president of the Green Bay Packers.  A&S Bestows Alumni Medallions Students, faculty, alumni RESEARCHERS and supporters from Alumnus Ford Commits $1 Million to VLS the College of Engi- RECEIVE CLEAN- neering gathered at Stephen D. Ford ’73 VLS and his WATER GRANT McLaren Philadelphia to wife, Mary, have committed a $1 be introduced to Vil- million gift to Villanova University In a world of increasing demand lanova’s newest For- School of Law. The gift further mula SAE (Society of endows The Stephen D. and Mary on a limited water supply, tech- Automotive Engineers) C. Ford Scholarship, established by nology that can purify water more race car inside the same the couple in 2010 to support an efficiently could benefit millions building that houses the incoming first-year student from of people. Professor Metin Duran, world-famous McLaren New England who is deserving of PhD, and Assistant Professor M26 Formula 1 race car, assistance because of academic Brian Chaplin, PhD, Civil and which James Hunt drove merit and/or financial need and to victory in three Grand who demonstrates an interest in Environmental Engineering, in The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences awarded Prix races in 1977. public interest legal work. partnership with a researcher Alumni Medallions to graduates who have used their The College’s Formula “Steve Ford exemplifies what it means to be a Villanova knowledge, skills and compassion to better the world: from Drexel University, received SAE model, which weighs only 450 pounds, came in 30th out of 120 teams in lawyer—a successful corporate leader who remains dedi- Alfonso Martinez-Fonts Jr. ’71, executive vice president a grant from the National Sci- the competition held in May at the International Speedway in Dearborn, Mich. cated to serving the greater good,” said John Y. Gotanda, of the US Forum for Policy Innovation (third from left); ence Foundation to develop a SAE challenges students at schools throughout North America and interna- dean of the law school. “Through the further support of this Jennifer Gosetti-Ferencei ’95 MA, ’99 PhD, professor of technology that could improve tional locations to conceptualize, design, fabricate and enter into competition scholarship, Steve and Mary are helping to ensure that future Philosophy at Fordham University (center); Vice Adm. Nanette M. DeRenzi ’83, the 42nd Judge Advocate water and wastewater treatment a formula-style race car. Villanova lawyers have the opportunity to follow in their McLaren Philadelphia was pleased to be selected as the location for the footsteps, continuing the Villanova tradition of leadership General of the Navy (third from right); Ivanley Noisette facilities’ ability to remove con- ’08, Villanova’s first George J. Mitchell Scholar (second presentation of the College’s SAE car, says Robert DiStanislao, president of through service.” taminants from water.  from right). Joining the honorees were Gary Olsen ’74 the RDS Automotive Group. “Just as the McLaren MP4-12C is an innovative A dedicated alumnus, Ford has been a master in the Villa- A&S, ’80 MS, associate vice president, Alumni Relations and advanced automobile that will have an impact on the design of future nova Law J. Willard O’Brien American Inn of Court, served as (left); Jean Ann Linney, PhD, dean of A&S (second from cars, so is the Villanova project something that could create new standards of co-chair of the Leadership Gifts Committee for the Campaign left); and the Rev. Peter M. Donohue, OSA, PhD, ’75 A&S, design in the years to come.”  for Villanova Law and volunteered in many other capacities.  University president.

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Scholarship COPE Director Receives Trustee Sheila Klehm Receives Memorializes Beloved Leadership Award Bartley Alumni Medallion Professor Denice Ferko-Adams, MPH, He was a dedicated alumnus, RD, LDN (left), who serves passionate teacher, caring as director of the MacDonald advisor and faithful fraternity Center for Obesity Prevention brother. In appreciation of the and Education (COPE) in the many ways Oliver Ludwig, PhD, ’57 A&S served the University College of Nursing, received community, Villanova’s Sigma the Academy of Nutrition Nu/Zeta Rho Alumni Associa- and Dietetics’ prestigious tion and other admirers of the 2012 Medallion Award for onetime associate professor of her outstanding leadership THOUSANDS TURN OUT Chemistry, who died in 2010, and service to the dietetics FOR DAY OF SERVICE have established the Oliver profession. Ludwig Scholarship for Under- Ferko-Adams has held More than 4,200 Villanova students, faculty, graduate Science. The award many roles over her career, staff, alumni and friends participated locally memorializes Dr. Ludwig’s in the Day of Service, the centerpiece of the devotion to scholarship and including president of the St. Thomas of Villanova Celebration. Volunteers supports Villanova’s ongoing Pennsylvania Dietetic Asso- worked in partnership with 142 agencies commitment to academic ciation, chair for the Nutrition throughout Greater Philadelphia. In addition, excellence in the sciences. John Entrepreneurs Dietetic Prac- 150 alumni in 18 chapters nationwide supported Thacker ’84 VSB, president of tice Group (DPG), symposium the day by serving in their neighborhoods. The Rev. Peter M. Donohue, OSA, PhD, ’75 A&S, University President; medallion recipient the association, announced chair for the Weight Manage- This annual event, which builds upon service Sheila Klehm ’83 VSB; Patrick Maggitti, PhD, The Helen and William O’Toole Dean of the the endowment at the group’s Villanova School of Business ment DPG leadership and performed throughout the year by the Villanova 36th annual reunion.  professional issues delegate community, offers a distinctive example of Augustinian ideals in action. The Villanova School of Business served as chair of the Dean's Advi- in the Academy. awarded the Rev. Joseph C. Bartley, sory Council and has been a member As president of Wellness Press for more than 20 years, Ferko-Adams OSA Alumni Medallion to Sheila of the Advisory Board since 2002. has been a visionary in the area of wellness through her innovative, Klehm '83 VSB. The 2012 medallion Named after the founding dean of NASA Scientist team-based weight management and health campaigns for work- recipient is an executive director VSB, the Bartley Medallion recog- Shares Findings of site employees. AFTERNOON WITH in Morgan Stanley's Private Wealth nizes alumni who have distinguished As COPE director, Ferko-Adams leads the fight against obesity Management Division. themselves in their careers, demon- Kepler Mission by educating health care professionals through interdisciplinary INGRID CROCE An active alumna and philanthro- strated service to their communities webinars, conferences and simulation workshops.  pist, Klehm is a member of Villanova and provided extraordinary service At a colloquium titled “The NASA University's Board of Trustees, has to VSB.  Kepler Space Mission: Discover- ing Other Earths in the Uni- Father Donohue In Director’s Chair verse,” William Borucki, Kepler’s principal investigator and one of NASA’s most eminent space Conference Explores Faith in the Public Sphere scientists, detailed the accom- plishments, breakthroughs and Experts from around the country goals of the mission. Introduc- weighed in on “Living the Catholic ing Borucki was astrophysicist Faith in Public Life,” the focus of the Andrej Prsa, PhD, visiting assis- Villanova University School of Law’s tant professor at Villanova. seventh annual John F. Scarpa Con- A member of the Kepler team, Dr. Prsa tracks and catalogs ference on Law, Politics, and Culture. eclipsing binary stars.  Ingrid Croce and the Villanova Spires The symposium is considered to be among the preeminent events in More than 120 faculty, staff, alumni and Catholic legal education. The Most Rev. Charles Chaput, Leno Headlines friends came to meet and greet Ingrid Croce, OFM Cap, archbishop of Philadel- wife of the late singer-songwriter Jim Croce phia and author of Render Unto Parents’ Weekend '65 A&S. In addition to signing copies of Caesar: Serving the Nation by Living Cast members of The Drowsy Chaperone I Got a Name: The Jim Croce Story, a memoir Our Catholic Beliefs in Political Life, Poignant moments during The opening-night performance of Villanova Theatre’s The Drowsy she co-authored with current husband Jimmy delivered the keynote address. He Parents’ Weekend can move Chaperone celebrated the return of the Rev. Peter M. Donohue, argued that if Catholics and Chris- students and families to tears. Rock, Ingrid discussed Jim’s rise to fame and This year, Jay Leno's com- OSA, PhD, ’75 A&S to the role of director for the first time since tians live their faith in their public The Most Rev. Charles Chaput, OFM the challenges of the years after his death in edy also did the honors. The Cap, archbishop of Philadelphia, fields he became University president. Chair of the Theatre Department lives, “our country will be the better Emmy Award-winning host of 1973. The Villanova Singers and Spires per- questions from the audience at the law from 1992 to 2006, Father Donohue has won a Barrymore Award for it, and God will use us to help The Tonight Show entertained school’s John F. Scarpa Conference on for Outstanding Direction of a Musical (Chicago) and received five formed during the event in memory of Jim, make the world new.”  families at the Pavilion as part Law, Politics, and Culture. other nominations.  who had belonged to both groups.  of the 2012 festivities. 

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Nobel Laureate Awarded 2012 Law Alumni Dr. Hill’s Service to the Exhibit Brings Icons, Celebrate Reunion Mendel Medal Marketing Profession Lauded Dignitaries to Campus As part of the Univer- Ronald P. Hill, PhD, the Richard J. Villanova University sity’s commemoration and Barbara Naclerio Endowed awarded the 2012 Men- of the ecumenical Year Chair in Business, received two del Medal to Ahmed of Faith proclaimed recognitions for his service to the Zewail, PhD, in recogni- by Pope Benedict XVI, marketing profession. Dr. Hill was tion of his pioneering Villanova’s Art Gallery named the 2012 recipient of the scientific research and featured an exhibit of Williams-Qualls-Spratlen (WQS) dedication to the pro- sacred icons, vest- Multicultural Mentoring Award of motion of education and ments, chalices, Gos- Excellence. He also was honored for partnership for world pel books and other his achievements by the PhD Project. peace. liturgical artifacts that The WQS Award, given by the In 1999, Dr. Zewail was reflect the prayer and American Marketing Association, the sole recipient of the faith traditions of the The Villanova University School of Law recognizes outstanding market- Nobel Prize in Chemistry Eastern Orthodox churches. “Icon: The Way to Reunion 2012 welcomed back members from ing scholars and career mentors of for his groundbreaking the Kingdom” ran from October to December the classes of 1962, 1967, 1972, 1977, 1982, multicultural students and junior colleagues. Dr. Hill was developments in “femto- and occasioned lectures, visits from religious 1987, 1992, 1997, 2002 and 2007 to celebrate named this year’s winner for his exceptional research on science,” making pos- leaders and other special events. Among the milestone anniversaries of their graduation. the topic of diversity and marketing, and for significant sible observations of highlights: the awarding of an honorary doctor- mentoring accomplishments with students and col- atomic motions during ate in Sacred Theology to Metropolitan Hilarion leagues of color from underrepresented groups. molecular transforma- 2012 Mendel Medalist Ahmed Zewail, PhD, and Alfeyev of Volokolamsk, a bishop of the Rus- The PhD Project recognized Dr. Hill for “outstanding tions in a quadrillionth the Rev. Kail C. Ellis, OSA, PhD, ’69 MA, vice sian Orthodox Church, for his work in building service, leadership and commitment to the marketing of a second. He is the president, Academic Affairs STUDENT relations between the Orthodox and Roman profession and for being an exemplary model for all Linus Pauling Chair RESEARCHERS SHINE Catholic churches.  Professor of Chemistry and Professor of Physics at the California those who will follow in your footsteps.” The PhD Project Institute of Technology. AT POSTER DAY is a consortia of mostly Fortune 500 firms that come “Dr. Zewail epitomizes the purpose of the Mendel Medal,” says together to fund minority doctoral candidates in each of the Rev. Kail C. Ellis, OSA, PhD, ’69 MA, vice president, Academic Faculty, administrators and students filled the business professions. Dr. Dowdell Inducted Into Affairs. “He has publicly advocated for a more peaceful and just the second-floor Learning Commons at A well-known marketing scholar, Dr. Hill has held a num- American Academy of Nursing world that can be achieved through investments in education and Falvey Memorial Library Sept. 19 for the ber of editorial positions with such publications as Journal of Consumer Affairs and Journal of Macromarketing. He economic development, and with respect for faith and religion.”  University-wide 2012 Undergraduate won the 2010 Richard W. Pollay Prize from the Sauder Professor Elizabeth Research Poster Day. School of Business at the University of British Columbia, a Burgess Dowdell, PhD, Cardinal Rallies Support for Immigration Reform Sponsored by the Center for Undergrad- lifetime achievement award recognizing intellectual excel- RN, FAAN, was among uate Research and Fellowships, in partner- lence in the study of marketing in the public interest.  176 nurse leaders from ship with the Department of Chemistry, across the country GRANT FUNDS the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences to be inducted as STUDY OF NURSING and the College of Engineering, the session Grant Funds Study of Nursing Research a fellow during the featured more than 50 posters reflecting American Academy of EDUCATION The College of Nursing’s 39th Annual research that students had conducted over Nursing’s Center for Meeting and Confer- the summer. Nursing Research ence in Washington, The annual event exemplifies the has received a nearly D.C. Inductees repre- University’s commitment to undergraduate $300,000 grant from sent the nation’s top Dr. Dowdell (right) and her research. It give students the opportunity to the Robert Wood nurse researchers, mother at the induction share the results, challenges and next steps Johnson Foundation’s policymakers, schol- Evaluating Innovations ars, executives, educators and practitioners. of their work with fellow Villanovans and in Nursing Education Dr. Dowdell was selected because of her industry partners.  Cardinal Roger Mahony, archbishop emeritus of Los Angeles, has a small-group program to study the significant and sustained contributions as a discussion on immigration reform with members of the Villanova community. effect of teaching demands on research productivity of nursing leader and advocate for vulnerable doctoral program faculty. children. She has contributed more than any “The question isn’t ‘What is somebody else going to do next?’ but Principal investigator Suzanne Smeltzer, EdD, RN, other nurse scientist to knowledge on peril- ‘What am I going to do next?’” Cardinal Roger Mahony, archbishop FAAN, professor and director of the Center (left), plans ous Internet behaviors of youth, including emeritus of Los Angeles, told members of the Villanova community to examine the research productivity and scholarship cyberbullying and sexting (sending sexually during a lecture on the need for federal immigration reform. Earlier of faculty who teach and mentor doctoral students. explicit messages or images), and is funded in his daylong visit to campus, the cardinal celebrated Mass, met Her co-investigators are Mary Ann Cantrell, PhD, RN, by the US Department of Justice. Her cutting- with student leaders and addressed the law school. Villanova was professor (right), and Nancy Sharts-Hopko, PhD, RN, edge research informs policy on strategies an initial stop on his nationwide tour of Catholic colleges and FAAN, professor and director of the PhD in Nursing for protecting children and adolescents from universities to encourage student advocacy.  program (center).  Internet-associated hazards. 

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Rev. Raymond Dlugos, OSA, PhD, ’79 A&S William M. Gibson ’66 VSB TRUSTEE TRUSTEE

Profiles Augustinian ideals have guided the life of the William “Bill” Gibson ’66 VSB believes he is proof Rev. Raymond Dlugos, OSA, PhD, ’79 A&S and, in students gravitate to the university that is right for them. turn, he has dedicated himself to protecting heritage of He knows Villanova was his perfect choice. A product in the Augustinians. As Vice Presdent for Mission and of a blue-collar environment, he attended Villanova as Student Affairs at Merrimack College and Trustee at a “day-hop” and balanced academics with off-campus Villanova University, the two Augustinian institutions work. It readied him for future career challenges. of higher education in the U.S., Father Dlugos possesses “I’ve always valued my Villanova experience. It taught LEADERSHIP incredible insight into what makes an Augustinian me that a workday is a very long day, and that if one wishes education powerful. to succeed, there are no short cuts. Secondly, it gave me “I have found it very helpful to view the Villanova Board great street sense and an understanding of how decisions Two distinguished members bring diverse through my Merrimack lenses and helpful to work at Mer- are made in the real world environment,” he says. knowledge, skills and experience to rimack while wearing my Villanova lenses,” he says. “They His career began with IBM, but blossomed in executive are very different institutions, yet we share this heritage.” management positions with successful computer services Villanova University’s Board of Trustees. Prior to his post at Merrimack, he served as chief companies. In 1986, Gibson led a management buyout of executive officer of The Southdown Institute in STSC Inc. and helped transform it into the world’s lead- Ontario, where he provided leadership to members ing provider of supply chain management solutions. This By Shawn Proctor of religious orders suffering emotional, psychological and company, Manugistics Inc., grew from a small start up to behavioral disorders. He also served as vice president a publicly held company with a market value in excess for the institute and was a postdoctoral fellow. He of $2 billion. held an American Psychology Association intern- At the core of Manugistics’ solutions was an ability to ship in the Department of Veterans Affairs Psychology improve the decision making within their clients’ opera- Service at the Edward Hines, Jr. Hospital in Illinois. tions and then rapidly share this information within the Father Dlugos was ordained in November 1983, enterprise and among business partners. “Our clients col- and received a master’s degree from Washington lapsed inventory investments, maximized manufacturing Theological Union and earned a doctorate in coun- resources and streamlined their distribution networks. seling psychology from the State University of As a result they were at the forefront of major efficiency New York at Albany. He is a licensed psychologist in improvements experienced by many firms over the past New York and Massachusetts. 20 years,” he says. In 1990, he returned to Villanova to serve as director Gibson served as chairman and chief executive officer of Vocations with the Order of St. Augustine, Province of Manugistics, until retiring in 2001. Since then, he has of St. Thomas of Villanova. He remembers thinking been a managing partner of The Albermarle Group, a then that much had changed throughout campus. The private equity firm. In addition to earning an Economics University had begun a major transformation, one degree from Villanova, he completed the executive edu- that would strengthen its national reputation, he says. cation program at the Harvard Business School. “There was a whole lift of the reputation. Now awareness His connection to the University continued when his of Villanova University is much higher.” daughter Caroline graduated in 1995. In honor of his He joined Villanova’s Board of Trustees in 2002, Villanova experience and his family’s involvement a role and experience that have only reinforced his with the institution, he established the Gibson Family belief that a Villanova education is defined by high Endowed Scholarship at Villanova in 2006. His role as standards of excellence and an outward-looking a trustee and interactions with scholarship recipients perspective. His term of service concludes at the have given him the opportunity to help shape Villanova end of the year, and Father Dlugos believes the value students into ethical leaders. of community, spirituality and service are as strong “The spirit and philosophy of St. Augustine are still at Villanova today as they were when he was an here and still affect people,” he says. “The University undergraduate in its Honors program. “What ties continues to develop well-rounded individuals, prepared all of that together is an important virtue in the to succeed. They have a sense of what’s right and what’s Augustinian tradition: humility,” he says. wrong and how to contribute to society.”

From left to right: Rev. Raymond Dlugos, OSA, PhD, ’79 A&S and William M. Gibson ’66 VSB

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of a study initiated in 2010 by the Office ship and research that is completely of Academic Affairs. synergistic with the role of educator. “At Villanova, we will never sacrifice Creating a culture of teacher-scholars our commitment to undergraduate edu- An internationally renowned researcher, cation as a foundation. It is the mission Dr. Ortega is the James R. Birle Professor of our school.” of Energy Technology in the Department Among the best college faculty are of Mechanical Engineering and previously those who stay at the forefront of the served as the associate dean for Graduate thinking of their areas of expertise Studies and Research in the College of and participate in current findings and Engineering. Before coming to Villanova research. As the University increases its in 2006, he served in the Engineering commitment to research, undergraduate Directorate at the National Science Foun- students will benefit, Dr. Ortega believes. dation as a program officer in the Division “Students will be taught by better for Chemical, Biological, Environmental teachers and will experience classroom and Thermal Programs. Leaving that post interactions with practitioners in their to come to Villanova was, he says, “the fields. More scholarship and research Undergraduate and graduate students do best decision I ever made.” means more opportunity for students research with Dr. Ortega in his Laboratory “Villanova offers an environment that to work on leading ideas in their fields.” for Advanced Thermal and Fluid Systems. genuinely promotes the philosophy that Unlike most traditional large research research and scholarship are intertwined institutions, Villanova has always made graduate program leaders can discuss with education,” he says. “You can including undergraduates in research a ideas for interdisciplinary graduate pro- Alfonso Ortega, PhD, Villanova’s first associate vice president for Research and engage in world-class scholarship and priority. Villanova undergraduates know grams and the University’s approach to Graduate Programs establish an international reputation they will participate in every aspect of distance and online programs. here and, at the same time, be a part of their academic life, Dr. Ortega explains. One of the hottest issues in higher an outstanding educational institution “If you want to work in research labs, education today—the growth of online that places the education of its students you can if you want to—as young as you courses—will be a focal point in the fore- front and center. This is not necessarily want to. Even freshmen actively partici- seeable future, Dr. Ortega says. “We cannot the case in institutions that pride them- pate in research here on campus.” ignore the fact that there are increasing selves as research universities.” numbers of people who want to have the Player on a National Stage One of the most important aspects of “A connection point” flexibility to take graduate courses online. his job will be to develop opportunities Dr. Ortega’s job will include working Villanova has a deep commitment to qual- for research across the University. That with the individual Colleges to identify ity in both graduate and undergraduate Villanova establishes Office for Research and Graduate Programs will involve raising research awareness grant opportunities, supporting faculty education. That’s a very important dia- and the importance of research in sup- in applying competitively for large fed- logue we must have within Villanova.” By Jennifer Schu port of the Strategic Plan. eral and foundational grants, expanding It’s clear that the establishment of the “The impetus for creating this office was funding for undergraduate research and Office of Research and Graduate Programs related to the Strategic Plan goal of increas- developing opportunities for research will benefit both students and faculty— ing our national stature—which impacts across the University. and is a strong step forward in terms of our ability to continue to recruit the very He also intends to reach out to peer insti- increasing the University’s national stature. AS THE UNIVERSITY STRATEGIC talented students, faculty and staff to a The Rev. Kail C. Ellis, OSA, PhD, best students,” Dr. Ortega says. “In order to tutions here and abroad to form relation- “We have areas in this university where Plan reveals, Villanova University’s dynamic, intellectually rich campus. ’69 MA, vice president for Academic do so we need to increase our faculty’s abil- ships and collaborations that will enable we can legitimately be research players on greatest priority is academic excellence. The University’s strategic goal is to Affairs, announced the establishment ity to do research on this campus.” Villanova to work with their faculty and a national stage. We will have more and The University builds on its national invest in programs that have a positive of the office and the appointment of Establishing the office sends a message even share facilities and laboratories. more of them as we continue to attract reputation for academic distinction, cre- impact on society and that will enhance Alfonso Ortega, PhD, as associate vice to faculty that Villanova supports them as “We have very bright faculty capable faculty who want to be teachers as well as ating strong leaders and critical thinkers. Villanova’s national reputation. In July president for Research and Graduate researchers and scholars, Dr. Ortega says. In of forming individual relationships, but researchers,” Dr. Ortega says. In an increasingly competitive higher 2012, Villanova established the Office Programs, calling it “the beginning of his six years at Villanova, he has been able to it’s also important to have institutional “I am extraordinarily fortunate to be education market, Villanova must of Research and Graduate Programs. an exciting strategic initiative for the continue to be an active teacher-researcher, relationships,” he says. “That is especially here. Undergraduate education remains continue the pursuit of excellence in The new office will oversee Villanova’s University.” calling it “a wonderful life.” true for younger faculty who are just begin- our most important mission. Villanova graduate and professional education and research activities, both internal and He added, “It is my hope that it will “Villanova really is the kind of insti- ning their research careers. Having an offers a wonderful opportunity to those in faculty scholarship. The strength of external, as well as the Office of Research be a watershed in our shared goal of pro- tution where you can attempt this office like this in essence gives Villanova a who see higher education as a vocation, its graduate programs, the reputation of Administration (ORA) and the Center moting faculty scholarship and graduate model and pull it off in a beautiful way.” connection point with other institutions.” who want to be educators, role models its professors and the quality of schol- for Undergraduate Research and Fellow- programs as presented in the Villanova It is a place, he adds, where faculty can As research and graduate programs and scholars. This creates an outstanding arship are the most important factors ships (CURF). In addition, the office will University Strategic Plan.” excel at teaching but also enjoy the often go hand in hand, the new office learning environment for our students. I that enable the University to increase provide coordination of graduate pro- The creation of the office and the individual freedom to pursue their own will also oversee graduate programs. It think Villanova offers the true hope of its national stature to attract the most grams across campus. appointment of Dr. Ortega are the result scholarship—a continuum of scholar- will provide a forum where Villanova’s what a University can be.” 

14 VILLANOVA MAGAZINE WINTER 2013 VILLANOVA.EDU 15 Far left: Sister Roberta, one of the Augustinian contemplative nuns in Lecceto, Italy, guides the Villanovans through the history of the frescoes of the inner cloister. Left: The coastal city of Manarola features structures built into the cliffs along the Mediterranean Sea.

ivil engineers looking to study historical structures Match made in heaven DISTINCTLY VILLANOVA: can’t go wrong with Italy. From arches and aqueducts C to catacombs and domes, the country brims with soar- This unique opportunity was the fruit of a University-wide effort ing, spanning, leaning, sinking and crumbling monuments of that began with David Dinehart, PhD, professor and assistant human ingenuity. chair, Civil and Environmental Engineering. Dr. Dinehart has MELDING ACADEMICS But it’s also famous for structures made not from bricks and a habit of finding ways to pair engineering and the University’s mortar but from “living stones.” One of the sturdiest is the mission. In 2000, he and fellow faculty created a relationship community that bears the name of a man forever linked with with an orphanage in Honduras, and for 10 years, Villanova stu- Italy: Augustine. It was here that he was baptized; here that his dents designed and helped to build a school, chapel and other AND MISSION mother, Monica, died; here that the hermits who followed his structures to meet the children’s needs. Three years ago, Dr. monastic rule came to be known as the Order of St. Augustine. Dinehart and his students launched NovaCANE, an outreach And in June 2012, it was here that a group of engineering stu- program that gets middle schoolers excited about engineering. Summer study-abroad program blends structural engineering, theology and dents witnessed the convergence of their academic discipline and In 2010, he hit upon an idea that incorporated not only Vil- Augustinian heritage into one unforgettable Villanova experi- lanova’s Augustinian heritage but also its robust study-abroad Augustinian mission into an unforgettable experience for faculty and students. ence. The students not only examined the structural characteris- program. To realize his vision, Dr. Dinehart needed the help tics of Italy’s finest edifices. They also discovered how it feels to live and expertise of two partners. The first was the Rev. Joseph Far- By Suzanne Wentzel as an Augustinian community thousands of miles from campus. rell, OSA, STD, associate vice president, Mission and Ministry.

16 VILLANOVA MAGAZINE WINTER 2013 VILLANOVA.EDU 17 “Christians do not make a house of God until they are one in charity. The timber and stone must fit Father Farrell had done his doctoral studies in Rome and had This pattern of mixing class time with field trips continued its eerie, labyrinthine underground. They took photos, docu- together in an orderly plan, must be been leading Augustinian pilgrimages in Italy for five years. after the students moved on to San Gimignano to meet Father mented deformations and noted the thicknesses, lengths and Dr. Dinehart made his pitch: What if Villanova were to create a Farrell and Dr. Dinehart. It was during their two-week stay in locations of cracks. Their report will provide baseline data for joined in perfect harmony and must summer study in Tuscany that combined a 3-credit technical elec- the Augustinian monastery that the engineering and theologi- subsequent trips. tive on Italian engineering and architecture with a 3-credit theology cal aspects of the program began to coalesce. Other excursions took them farther afield. Having read give each other the support, as it course on the history of Augustinian thought and the Augustinian Brunelleschi’s Dome, the students traveled to Florence’s famed were, of love.” Order? Father Farrell’s reaction was unequivocal: Sweet. Course “load” Basilica of Santa Maria del Fiore (known popularly as the That same year, while he was in Italy for a conference on tim- Duomo) to behold this architectural wonder. –ST. AUGUSTINE, SERMON 336 ber engineering, Dr. Dinehart scouted one of the venues that A small but radiant jewel in the Tuscan crown, San Gimi- “From an engineering perspective, I thought the dome was could serve as a base for the summer study: the Augustinian mon- gnano boasts an array of structural delights and a centuries-old amazing,” says Michael Battaglia ’13. “It was great to study astery in San Gimignano. After he met the friars and toured the connection to the Augustinians. Villanovans lost no time in the history of the engineering behind it and then be able not medieval building, which now serves as an international house of exploring both. only to see it but to climb up and walk between the inner and Walker ’14. “He is passionate about theology and was able to prayer and pilgrimage, any doubts about its suitability as a learn- In their morning engineering classes, students learned to outer shells.” get us access to the coolest places.” ing center and residence for the students vanished. “The location identify load paths and to analyze elements of historic Italian Students were just as enthusiastic about their theology Father Farrell led them to the overgrown ruins of an original was so beautiful, and the town so quintessentially Tuscan, that it structures. Then they related those lessons to their surround- classes—as was Dr. Dinehart, who sat in on most of them. After Tuscan hermitage (reached via a Roman bridge mentioned in was almost too perfect—better than I ever imagined!” ings. For example, after discussing the medieval towers for all, the locale and conditions for learning about Augustine, his Dante’s Purgatorio) and gained them admittance to an Augus- Having identified the what, where and why, Dr. Dinehart and which San Gimignano is famous, they went up inside one of rule for community living and its impact on the 13th-century tinian cloister. There they joined in midday prayer with the Father Farrell needed to figure out the how. Enter the final part- them, anticipating where cracks in the unreinforced masonry Tuscan hermits couldn’t have been more ideal. But what com- sisters and received a private tour of the building’s frescoes. ner: the Office of International Studies (OIS), which oversees would be and looking at how the structure had been stabilized. pleted the picture was Father Farrell himself. And thanks to Father Farrell, the guide at Florence’s Basilica of all for-credit international experiences and supports faculty in The group also conducted a structural evaluation of the mon- “Because of his background and experience, he was able to Santa Maria del Santo Spirito gave students an up-close view of creating and implementing summer programs. astery. They inspected every inch of the building, including tie everything together and make it so interesting,” says Sarah a wooden crucifix sculpted by Michelangelo. As soon as OIS staff heard the plan, their faces lit up. In recent years they had been working with College of Engineer- ing faculty to make it easier for their students to study abroad. The proposal on the table was the latest testimony to the suc- cess of that collaboration. But the Tuscany proposal wasn’t just exciting. It was ground- breaking. “Not only was it the first Villanova summer program to offer engineering, but it tied that discipline to the most fun- damental part of our university: its Augustinian heritage,” says Levi Brautigan, assistant director of International Studies.

Learning alfresco

After days of prep work—reading texts and listening to Dr. Dinehart’s e-learning lectures on such topics as seismic damage, forensic engineering and retrofits to Pisa’s Leaning Tower— eight engineering students departed for Siena in early June. OIS, which has had a presence in that city for 20 years, had arranged for a professor at the local university to teach the stu- dents the history of Tuscan art and architecture. Over the course of two weeks, students immersed themselves in the study of sculptures, paintings, piazzas and cathedrals. Oftentimes they’d close the books and hit the streets to see, in Far left: Dr. David Dinehart person, the structures and styles they had been reading about. takes in the exterior of the Such outings made the task of distinguishing nave from apse Duomo. The course gives and Romanesque from Gothic more meaningful and fun. students the opportunity For Kayla Spitzer ’14, the experiential learning was one of to examine large cracks the highlights of the group’s time in Siena. “I enjoyed learn- in Brunelleschi’s crowning achievement. Left: Maggie ing in the classroom about different architectural styles and Smith ‘14 enjoys the then going with our professor to look at examples in the city’s backdrop of the University infrastructure.” of Siena.

18 VILLANOVA MAGAZINE WINTER 2013 VILLANOVA.EDU 19 Above: Students spend a free weekend in the coastal region of the Cinque Terre. Below: After learning about the retrofit techniques RELUCTANT HERO used to stabilize the Leaning Tower of Pisa, students visit what is one of the world’s most famous engineering failures. Try as he might, the man now remembered as Blessed Agostino Novello, OSA, could not avoid having greatness thrust upon him. Born in Sicily of Spanish noble lineage, Matteo Di Termini praying together every day. “Since it was important to the first seemed destined for fame and glory. After studying civil and hermits to have a common space for these activities,” Father canon law at the University of Bologna, he distinguished himself Farrell says, “it should be important to anyone trying to learn as a brilliant and learned lawyer, rising through the ranks of the and live this way of life.” Sicilian magistracy to become a counselor to the king. This intentional daily routine created an overwhelming sense But after being left for dead on the battlefield in 1266, Matteo had a change of heart. He renounced worldly honor, became a of community within the group. “I especially loved evening lay brother in the Order of St. Augustine and entered a Tuscan prayer,” says Kayla. “We would all sit on the tower at sunset, convent—having decided not to mention his professional past. surrounded by rolling hills, thinking about how fortunate we With a new name and a new vocation, Agostino looked forward were to be there.” to loving God and neighbor in pious obscurity. Such Augustinian moments blur the artificial boundaries that But his secret did not last. A property dispute prompted him to often delimit theology and engineering—or any other set of write a document defending his confreres’ rights, and his expert code words for faith and reason. Fortunately, Villanova is com- legal argument betrayed him. His superiors knew a good thing mitted to a model of education that strives to integrate the two, when they saw it. Contrary to his wishes, Agostino was ordained and Dr. Dinehart was happy to do his part in Italy to promote and, over time, appointed confessor to Pope Nicholas IV and named General of the Augustinian Order. In his retirement, he that integration. returned to the convent, where he devoted himself to prayer and “From the students’ viewpoint, I think having their engineer- good works of extraordinary measure. He was beatified in 1761. ing professor pray with them, share experiences with them and While in Siena, the students visited the Pinacoteca Nazionale talk about how important faith is gave the theology piece even and saw painter Simone Martini’s 14th-century altarpiece honor- more credibility.” ing Agostino. But he also is memorialized on Villanova’s campus. His stained-glass depiction in the Law School Chapel may be a Rome, then home gentle reminder to future attorneys of just how fine is the line between humility and hiding one’s light under a bushel. Before returning to the States, the travelers spent three days in Rome. The grand finale planned by Dr. Dinehart and Father Farrell featured the Eternal City’s most spectacular engineering and spiritual attractions, including the Pantheon, the Colos- seum, the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica. Once again, the students had Father Farrell to thank for their entrée to certain sites and events. They got into a special Mass at St. Peter’s at which Pope Benedict XVI conferred the pal- lium, a white woolen band symbolizing pastoral responsibility, on 44 archbishops from around the world, including Philadel- phia’s Most Rev. Charles Chaput, OFM Cap. Afterward, they were able to tour the Vatican Necropolis and see the tomb of St. Peter. They also visited Father Farrell’s former residence, St. Monica College, the order’s international house of studies near St. Peter’s Square. The students couldn’t get enough. Even on the final day, when Dr. Dinehart and Father Farrell told them they were free to do what they wanted, all eight chose to go with the two men Life with friars to see, yes, more churches. Once home, the students gave this inaugural program rave Through their classes, travels and, above all, extended stay in reviews. Organizers hope that the next installment will take place San Gimignano, students were exposed to a new experience of in 2014. In the meantime, they are grateful to have accomplished the Augustinian way of life—and to a more holistic perspective what they set out to do: bring together different offices and disci- Above: Students and professors gather on the terrace of St. Monica’s College of the Augustinian Order. plines on campus into one shared experience. But they did some- after the Papal Mass at St. Peter’s The friars—one American, one Scottish and one Peru- thing more, Father Farrell has come to realize. They helped to Basilica. Right: The Duomo offers a vian—who reside at the Augustinian monastery welcomed the clarify and strengthen the University’s distinctive identity. magnificent view of Florence to those students, showed them around and shared the stories of their “Because we were trying to imitate the Augustinian way of who, like the Villanovans, are willing to vocation. Meanwhile, Father Farrell encouraged the students to life and live by the Augustinian Rule, what we really were able climb the 463 steps to the top. embrace the order’s communal tradition of meeting, eating and to celebrate in Tuscany was Villanova.” 

20 VILLANOVA MAGAZINE WINTER 2013 VILLANOVA.EDU 21 A Reason to Smile for Coca-Cola Scholars

A $500,000 Grant from The Coca-Cola Foundation University President the Rev. Peter M. Donohue, OSA, PhD, ’75 A&S; scholars Frederick Hicks ’16 VSB, Ashley Bell ’16 CON, Connor Hause ’16 A&S, Ibrahim Kargbo ’16 COE and Neil Patel ’16 A&S; and Brian Wynne ’86 A&S, Benefits First Generation College Students president and general manager of Still Beverages, The Coca-Cola Company

By Jennifer Schu

BRAHIM KARGBO ’16 COE emigrated from Sierra Leone to Philadelphia at the age of six. The United States represented a fresh start for the Kargbo family, whose native land had been torn apart by a decade-long civil war. Today, the Villanova freshman is studying to become an electrical engineer. I He is the first member of his family to attend college.

22 VILLANOVA MAGAZINE WINTER 2013 VILLANOVA.EDU 23 “My desire for a college education comes from tated by Wynne. Coca-Cola has been an exclusive vendor of Villanova since 2008 and has served as a lead sponsor for the a desire to open doors for my siblings, cousins, University’s St. Thomas of Villanova Day of Service. “We value our ongoing partnership with The Coca-Cola and family and to make them proud.” Company, and thank The Coca-Cola Foundation for provid- ing Villanova students with this generous support,” says the —Ibrahim Kargbo ’16 COE Rev. Peter M. Donohue OSA, PhD, ’75 A&S. “The establish- ment of the Coca-Cola First Generation Scholarship Program at Villanova builds upon our longstanding commitment to attract an increasingly diverse applicant pool, educate under- served students and serve first generation college students.” provided the student maintains eligibility requirements. Wynne is happy that the company’s philanthropic support “An important part of Villanova University’s original of the University is making available to others the educational mission was to educate immigrants who were first generation experience that has meant so much to him and his family. college students,” says Brian Wynne, ’86 A&S, president and His daughter Shannon ’16 A&S is a Villanova freshman. Father Donohue, Frederick Hicks, Patrick Maggitti, PhD, The Helen general manager of Still Beverages, The Coca-Cola Company. “We’re helping the next generation of Villanovans,” he says. and William O’Toole Dean of the Villanova School of Business, and “Villanova helped shape my life and make me successful at “We’ve come full circle.”  Brian Wynne Coke, and now we’re making dreams a little more attainable for some worthy and talented young people,” he says. Wynne, a member of the President’s Leadership Circle, was instrumental in connecting the University with The Coca-Cola Foundation. Luckow Family Scholarship Challenge Program

“TO MY FAMILY IT MEANS THE WORLD” to help endow scholarships. Indeed, this year’s scholarship recipients are dreaming big. “We have a significant number Kargbo is excited to be at the College of Engineering. “It’s of alumni and parents who want to highly ranked, and I know I’ll be in high demand and have make a gift to Villanova and really a great chance of getting hired after graduation,” he says. “To like the idea of scholarships, which my family it means the world. They see this as an example make the University more afford- of hard work paying off, which they can show my siblings able for deserving students,” says and cousins.” Michael J. O’Neill, vice president Neil Patel ’16 A&S aspires to become a highly regarded sci- for University Advancement. The entist and writer. “The key to unlocking my future is within me, Luckows’ $2 million gift will be used and college is necessary to mold that key into shape,” he says. to match donor contributions in For Ashley Bell ’16 CON, the scholarship will bring her one specific dollar amounts at different step closer to her goal of becoming either an obstetric or pedi- levels. For example, for each con- Lauren Shohet, PhD, the Luckow Family Endowed Chair in English Literature; tribution of $75,000 the Luckows atric nurse. She plans to get involved with the Student Nurses’ Father Donohue; Stefanie Luckow ’06 A&S; Audrey and Robert Luckow Scholarship recipient Ibrahim Kargbo ’16 COE and his mother, Association of Pennsylvania. “As I think about my future at will make a $25,000 matching Haja Koroma Villanova, I am filled with a sense of hope for the numerous Robert W. and Audrey J. Luckow pacts many students and programs gift for a total of $100,000. Young possibilities and the great experiences that lie ahead.” have a passion for education and in significant ways. alumni can donate $50,000 to Frederick Hicks ’16 VSB, who hails from Philadelphia’s the doors it can open in life. They Now they’re helping Villanova achieve a match of $50,000. In 2012, The Coca-Cola Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Roman Catholic High School, aspires to become a financial also have a deep appreciation for achieve one of the most important “Scholarships have been a very The Coca-Cola Company, awarded Villanova University manager and, ultimately, a CEO of a Fortune 500 company. the educational experience their imperatives of the University’s Stra- fulfilling part of our Villanova giv- $500,000 as part of its Coca-Cola First Generation Scholar- He says he chose Villanova because of the prestigious business daughter Stefanie ’06 A&S received tegic Plan—to increase enrollment ing,” says Audrey Luckow. Adds ship Program. Villanova is the first single-site location in the program and the many professional development opportunities at Villanova. of high-achieving students. Finan- Robert Luckow, “Each thank-you Northeast Region to receive this funding, which provides available at the University. He’s already joined the Equity and Over the past few years the cial aid plays a huge role in the lat- note from a student shows us what financial assistance for students who are the first in their Sports Marketing societies. Luckow family has provided critical ter’s college choices. To help bridge a difference our gift is making.”  immediate families to attend college. “My desire for a college Connor Hause ’16 A&S is reaching for the stars—he’s resources to the University, includ- the gap for students who need a education stems from a desire to open doors for my siblings, majoring in astrophysics. “I believe there’s no problem that ing the Luckow Family Endowed little more financial assistance to cousins and family and to make them proud,” Ibrahim says. can’t be resolved with education, and I want to motivate others Chair in English Literature and the attend Villanova, the Luckows have For more details on the Challenge, The multi-year award will benefit 20 Villanova students— to pursue their dream of education as well,” he says. Luckow Family Endowed Fund for established The Luckow Family please contact Patricia McGoldrick five each year—from the five counties in the Greater The Coca-Cola Foundation grant is in addition to an ongoing Scholarships. They also support the Scholarship Challenge, which will director, Parents Program, at Philadelphia area. Recipients will each receive $6,250 per year, partnership with The Coca-Cola Company that has been facili- University’s Annual Fund, which im- make it easier for potential donors [email protected].

24 VILLANOVA MAGAZINE WINTER 2013 VILLANOVA.EDU 25 The Alexandria, Va., native began developing her journalistic talents with The Villanovan. She joined the student newspaper and got her fist taste of interviewing, writing, and eventually putting in late nights as editor. Being a reporter had intrigued Sullivan since childhood. The daughter of University of Michigan alumni, she would listen, spellbound, as her parents’ college friend, distinguished journal- ist Robin Wright, described her life’s work. Sullivan knew she wanted to pursue a similar path. What was surprising was her decision to pursue it at Villanova. Sullivan was not only Wolverine-born but Hoya- bred. It never occurred to the die-hard Georgetown fan that she would attend a BIG EAST rival—until the day she and her parents made an unplanned stop at Villanova. “I immediately felt comfortable,” she recalls. “Villanova is a special place with a great reputation and strong sense of com- munity. My parents kept saying, ‘These will be the best four years Gregory Moore, Denver Post editor and co-chair of the Pulitzer of your life.’ Had I realized they were right, I would have taken Prize Board (left), posed for pictures with Matt Apuzzo, Adam longer to get through college!” Goldman, Chris Hawley and Eileen Sullivan after the foursome Sullivan made the most of those years, impressing classmates received their Pulitzer Prize for Investigative Reporting on May 21. with her warmth, humor and intelligence. “Eileen has always been dedicated and passionate,” says Brian Murphy, JD, ’99 A&S, a senior advisor at the US Securities and Exchange Com- AP colleagues, who were doing stories related to the CIA.Patrick The G. Pulitzer Prize winner Eileen Sullivan ’99 A&S has one mission: getting the story out Maggitti, PhD, mission in Washington, D.C. “She knows what she wants, and terms had come up in reference to the NYPD’s left intelligence corporate she goes after it.” division. Sullivan shook her head. life for academia Further digging revealed that the NYPD was engagedand brings in LOCAL AND NATIONAL SCENE a counterterrorism mission like no other. Soonwide-ranging Sullivan Armed with an English degree, Sullivan “went after” the was helping colleagues to break a story describingexperience how the to his new role. chance to do real-world reporting. Covering a local beat for the NYPD, working outside its jurisdiction and with CIA help, was Courier-Post attuned her to citizens’ concerns and taught her a spying on Muslim communities. As part of a human mapping valuable lesson. “What happens in Wash- program, undercover officers infiltrated ington matters, but at the end of the day, neighborhoods, “raking the coals” for “hot if people’s garbage isn’t getting picked up, “We write to get facts spots” of suspicious activity. In addition, THE FACTS that’s the biggest problem in their life.” informants attended mosques and reported During her tenure with the paper, the out into the open so that on the content of sermons. In some cases, 9/11 tragedy occurred. Sullivan wrote the public can have a say individuals watched had been publicly about victims and families from southern lauded for being partners against terrorism. New Jersey, including Danielle Kousoulis in the debate.” Such tactics, Sullivan says, undermine the Speak for themselves ’93 VSB. She also kept up with home- trust that should exist between police and land-security issues as they related to law — Eileen Sullivan local communities and, if used by a federal enforcement and other local agencies. agency, would violate privacy laws. BY SUZANNE WENTZEL Parlaying her new knowledge and skills, Provoking murky questions such as the Sullivan moved to Washington, D.C., in 2003 and began report- balance between civil liberties and public safety is, says Sul- ing on the Department of Homeland Security, first for Federal livan, a reporter’s job. “We write to get facts out into the open Times and then for Congressional Quarterly. She became a master so that the public can have a say in the debate.” The debate student of government bureaucracy and legislative procedures. triggered by AP is taking place not only across kitchen tables EILEEN SULLIVAN ’99 A&S admits she has a Sullivan’s success arises from a different, and spot-on, sense “Covering DHS on Capitol Hill was my graduate education.” but in the highest levels of government. terrible sense of direction. Miraculously, the one time she had of direction: knowing where a good story lies and which roads When AP hired her in 2007, Sullivan knew more about DHS to reach her destination, her navigational skills did not disap- to take to pull it together. Of course, instinct isn’t enough. Her than anyone else in the newsroom. Her expertise broadened to BEAT GOES ON point. She arrived punctually at the offices of theCourier-Post , work requires sweat, sleuthing, moxie and an epic resolve not to include counterterrorism and domestic radicalization—which Winning a Pulitzer hasn’t changed Sullivan. “I still have to get in Cherry Hill, N.J., and interviewed for a reporter position. be deterred by the word “no.” is why, four years later, she was pulled into an AP probe into the my own soda at work,” she jokes. Getting the story out is her The job launched a professional career that hit a milestone in “Deadline reporting is scrappy,” Sullivan says. “You have New York Police Department’s intelligence operations. only focus. When not following up leads or Googling contacts, May, when she and Associated Press colleagues Matt Apuzzo, to figure out who has which piece of information. If someone she relaxes by cooking, traveling and, yes, taking in a Hoyas Adam Goldman and Chris Hawley received the 2012 Pulitzer won’t take your call, you need to be creative about finding BREAKING THE STORY game. But when the Wildcats are in town, Sullivan’s loyalties Prize for Investigative Reporting. other ways to collect the facts.” “Ever heard of rakers and mosque crawlers?” asked Sullivan’s are undivided. The “V” on her T-shirt says it all. 

26 VILLANOVA MAGAZINE WINTER 2013 VILLANOVA.EDU 27 Law students and professors fight for justice for children such as this boy through the CARES Clinic.

A LESSON IN JUSTICE Students in Villanova School of Law’s Clinic for Asylum Refugee and Emigrant Services Aid Families Fleeing Human Rights Abuses By Shawn Proctor

“Charity is no substitute for justice withheld.” —ST. AUGUSTINE

n June 2006, “John” (a pseudonym) came to America Immigration Subcommittee of the Senate Judiciary Committee as a man without a country. He had fled his native Iraq to in a 2007 hearing. “They promised me they would kidnap and Iseek asylum from the violence and terror he experienced slaughter my entire family.” as a Chaldean, a practicing Catholic, in a region torn by war and religious strife. A religious minority, Chaldeans were A LONG JOURNEY TO FREEDOM often harassed by the Islamic majority who associated them raveling across five countries and four continents, John with Americans. Their mere presence planted the seeds of and his family made their way to the U.S. where they were democracy and freedom in the country, threatening insurgents Tdetained in a family detention center in Berks County, who would do almost anything to maintain control. Pennsylvania in 2006. They spoke no English. They had no hope “It is because of this persecution that thousands of of navigating the complex legal system in order to argue their case. my family and fellow Chaldeans have fled Iraq, making Yet he needed to tell his story, about the beating that Christianity virtually extinct in the country,” he says. permanently damaged his jaw and left his son with a John was also targeted because he was contracted by a broken arm. He needed to make them understand how the company to drive trucks to deliver water to American soldiers’ men kidnapped him then, at gunpoint, threatened to kidnap service camps. Even though he was beaten and kidnapped, he and murder his family if he did not leave right before beating refused to stop aiding the soldiers. him unconscious. John had risked his own life to help the “Islamic terrorist groups…knew my name and threatened American soldiers. His family, in turn, risked everything in that if I did not leave the country, I would be killed,” he told the their flight from danger.

28 VILLANOVAILLANOVA MAGAZINEMAGAZINE SPRINGWINTER 20122013 VILLANOVA.EDU 29 Inside the barbed wire and fences of the detention and has moved to California where he works at a car wash. His center, they still faced an uncertain future—asylum in the six children attend school and the family has begun working United States, continued detention or exile. toward becoming a full member of American society. After a Asylum is an immigration status that the U.S. government year of asylum, he became a permanent resident, and five years confers on people who have fled persecution or have a well- later he is allowed to apply for citizenship. founded fear of persecution in their home countries because “Thank you to everyone who helped me and my family. Thank of who they are (their race or nationality), what they believe you to Villanova,” says John, who is currently studying English. (their religion or political opinion) or their social group. “America is a great country and I am very happy to be here.” Throughout its history, the U.S. has provided sanctuary for people in these extraordinary circumstances. A VOICE FOR THE VOICELESS Professor Pistone with a former client of the CARES Clinic who was John is just one example of the clients Villanova Law School’s ichele Pistone, JD, LLM, VLS professor, sees CARES granted asylum. (VLS) Clinic for Asylum Refugee and Emigrant Services as very central to the University’s mission, as informed (CARES), an international human rights and immigration Mby Catholic Social Thought. Moreover, it prepares clinic, represent over the 14-week class. The second- and third- practice-ready lawyers through experience in social justice. year law students act as the lawyers, documenting the client’s “The way to ignite change is to introduce our students to ‘the story and connecting him or her with resources like translators other.’ You can talk about this theoretically in the classroom, healthcare providers in both hospital and community settings, and social workers. Ultimately the students will take everything but the thing that motivates students is the personal interaction An Iraqi family who won asylum with the help of students in as well as assist school nurses and educators to see their roles in they learned and argue the case before an immigration judge with clients,” she says. “I’ve seen change happen—it happens in Villanova Law School’s CARES Clinic. prevention and identification of victims. The course was devel- who will render a verdict. front of my eyes on a regular basis.” oped by Professor Linda Copel, PhD, RN, along with Professor By the students working the case from beginning to end they Typically asylum cases are won 30 percent of the time, grant- Pistone and Billie Murray, PhD. One purpose of the course was gain a familiarity with asylum law as it is handled in the real world ing refugees the ability to stay and work in the country. VLS’ to educate nurses and inform a local legislative representative and serve a vulnerable group fleeing persecution. In the past, asylum clinic clients win about 90 percent of the cases, partly Iraq to Capitol Hill in 2007, where he testified before late about the health issues of victims, the laws related to human CARES has represented and won asylum for refugees from coun- due to the screening process for cases and excellent work of Senators Ted Kennedy and Arlen Spector about the need for a trafficking and the best practices used to respond to the diverse tries as disparate as Afghanistan, Belarus, Cameroon, Colombia, the students. refugee program for Iraqis fleeing to the U.S. needs of victims. Democratic Republic of Congo, Guatemala, Guinea, Haiti, “Working with Chaldeans from Iraq, I’ve seen a virtual chain “Two years ago yesterday, I was fleeing Iraq in the back of a As part of the course, students attended a human traf- Honduras, Iran, Jordan, Lebanon, Liberia, Mexico, Nicaragua, of migration. After one family travels to the United States and bus, just starting my long journey to America,” John said that ficking lecture focused on the streets of Philadelphia with Rwanda, Sierra Leone, The Ivory Coast, Uganda and Zimbabwe. begins to settle in, another family will come, and then another,” day. “My future was unknown. But now, thanks to the help of Special Agents Rosemarie Vesci and Michael Goodhue from The clinic’s efforts reunite families and, as in John’s case, Pistone says. many people and my family, I have been blessed with asylum in the FBI and Assistant U.S. Attorney, Eastern District of Penn- save lives. Now 53 years old, he was granted asylum in 2006 John’s journey led him across the world, from Batnaya, Mosul this country.” sylvania, Michelle Morgan, JD, ’97 VLS, adjunct professor of Senator Kennedy thanked the VLS CARES Clinic for Law at Villanova. representing the clients who attended the hearing and “When I first started working this I didn’t really understand would have otherwise been without an advocate. “These law what they meant by ‘juvenile prostitution,’” Vesci says. “To Dedicated recently in 2009, the state-of-the-art Law School is not just a building; it’s a community committed to fostering social justice students…have just performed nobly and they deserve the me this was something that happened in Thailand, not in the education, awareness and action amongst its students. highest commendation in terms of legal profession. They have United States.” made an extraordinary difference,” he said. “Their idea of being taken care of is staying in a trashy hotel room and eating fast food occasionally,” Goodhue says. “But DISCIPLINES JOIN TOGETHER TO EDUCATE AND for a lot of these girls, the alternative is staying with [family] ADVOCATE FOR THE END OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING that abuses or molests them and not eating at all.” uman trafficking, the illegal trade of human beings In turn, the interdisciplinary course participants spread the for sexual or labor exploitation, is often overlooked wisdom gained from the curriculum to the University and Hand underestimated. However, according to the local community. Students spoke on campus about human International Organization for Migration, cases of child and trafficking in a panel discussion on trafficking people with adult human trafficking continue to rise globally. disabilities and the role of school nurses in preventing domestic To combat this public health issue and human rights abuse, minor sex trafficking. the College of Nursing, School of Law and College of Liberal The course helped raise awareness of this critical issue for Arts and Sciences’ Department of Communications came future Villanova nurses and other interested students from together to create a multidisciplinary Human Trafficking course different academic disciplines who will be able to go into open to graduate students and undergraduate students with the community and make a difference in lives impacted permission. They hope to end human trafficking by educating by trafficking.

30 VILLANOVA MAGAZINE WINTER 2013 VILLANOVA.EDU 31 IGNITING CHANGE received news no child wants to hear: the Villanova Equity Society. Because her mother had stage 3 breast cancer. Six the University has both challenged months later, one of her aunts learned and equipped her to pursue her dreams, she had stage 2. As Erika and her cousin Erika has become more confident in her Villanovans contributing to the community Mike Ruane became involved in fund- ability to think independently and create raisers that support cancer research, they positive change. couldn’t help wondering what was being “What I love about Villanova is that done to assist breast cancer patients it never puts you into a mold,” she says. facing financial hardship. Erika and Mike “You have the opportunity to do what caught the look in each other’s eyes. you want to do, be who you want to be “What I love about What are we waiting for? and take the path you want to take. No However, when Erika called a lawyer to one forces you to achieve your goals. You Villanova is that find out how to get 501(c)(3) status for a have to make it happen.” it never puts you foundation that would provide crisis inter- vention, she heard a pause on the other Pitch of a lifetime into a mold.” end of the phone. “How old are you?” Erika and Mike have received a slew of — Erika Rech Because they were minors, Erika and awards and been featured in national pub- Mike appointed a board of directors to lications. In May, Erika was selected as the oversee the charity now known as Breast New York Yankees’ 2012 Honorary Bat Intentions. They worked to get the Girl, a contest sponsored by Major League nonprofit off the ground, waiting for the Baseball’s Going to Bat Against Breast day when they could legally share in the leadership of the cause that had become their passion.

Power building at Villanova Heading up a nonprofit is no easy job, but Erika’s Villanova education has proved to be invaluable in helping her to grow into that role. Courses in financial management and reporting, competitive effectiveness and corporate responsibility have given her the skills to manage funds, develop marketing campaigns and solicit grants and donations. “My classes have opened up a new world to me,” Erika says. “I’ve applied Before she started the college rounds, her head and heart agreed: This was the in real time the accounting principles, Erika Rech knew she wanted to attend a one. If she loved Villanova in the rain, marketing tools and managerial tech- Room to prestigious business school. Sure, it was a Erika figured, she certainly would love it niques I’ve learned, which has helped “must” for a career in finance. But Erika’s in the sunshine. us to grow the charity and operate it motivation was more than professional. What she didn’t figure on was how Left, 2012 Honorary Bat Girl Erika Rech ’14 VSB throws the first pitch in Yankee Stadium on more efficiently.” Mother’s Day, and above, on Villanova’s campus. Grow Atop her list of priorities was an item much Villanova would exceed her The outcomes have been impres- that few teens ever have to address: How expectations. The University not only sive. Breast Intentions now has chapters Cancer initiative. On Mother’s Day, she possibilities for growing the foundation. Villanova empowers do I grow the nonprofit organization I’ve has delivered a transformative educa- in five states and has raised more than took the mound and threw the ceremonial “The Augustinian principles have visionary Erika Rech co-founded? tion but has nurtured the junior Finance $750,000. Recently, Erika and Mike first pitch. “I’m the worst baseball player inspired me to persevere, especially when And atop her list of schools was one and Accounting major’s instincts as a launched the Pink Pact Initiative to edu- ever, but I got it over the plate!” I feel overwhelmed,” she says. “They’ve ’14 VSB to take her that could empower her to answer that compassionate go-getter and built her cate high schoolers about breast health. The die-hard fan met Jeter, Cano, taught me that my troubles are only a cause to a new level question: the Villanova School of Busi- capacity to ignite change. “When I came A seize-the-day thinker, Erika cred- Swisher and others, visited the dugout and nuisance compared to those of other ness. Besides being a top-ranked school, to Villanova, I didn’t realize how much its Villanova with giving her the accepted a pink Louisville Slugger bat. people. Villanova’s efforts to open stu- By Suzanne Wentzel VSB enjoyed the seal of approval of a it would offer in terms of inspiration and freedom to map out her future— The highlight, however, was having her dents’ eyes to the importance of truth, higher authority—Erika’s parents, who personal growth.” and a plethora of avenues by which mom join her on the field. unity and love have greatly impacted worked on Wall Street and raved about to do it. In her first two years, she The demands of being a full-time stu- my work with the charity.” the caliber of Villanova hires. Underage thinking studied for a summer in Italy; interned dent and charity co-president could daunt On a gray, soggy day, the Middletown, Villanova has enabled Erika to advance at Tullett Prebon; traveled to Silicon the most resolute soul, but Villanova For more information, visit www.breast- N.J., native visited campus. By tour’s end, a project she started at 15, after she Valley; and managed investments for helps Erika to stay the course and envision intentions.org. 

32 VILLANOVA MAGAZINE WINTER 2013 VILLANOVA.EDU 33 TRUE BLUE | RON CRUSE Travelin’ Man Ron Cruse ’77 A&S is helping Villanova students to think globally

When Ron Cruse first arrived on campus as a so much that Villanova seemed a natural exten- Villanova freshman in the fall of 1973, “I was sion of that experience.” He quickly felt he’d a rarity,” he laughs. “I had an Oklahoma drawl made the right choice. “My memories of Villa- and said ‘y’all’ a lot. My buddies from Long nova are fabulous,” he says. “I strongly related to Island and North Jersey were fascinated.” the Augustinian way—to be ambitious but at the Leaving Oklahoma for the East Coast was same time down to earth, to enjoy life and do the first step in what has become a career of suc- unto others as you’d like them to do unto you.” cessfully navigating new waters. The founder, At Villanova he honed his communication president and CEO of Logenix International, skills. “Nobody is successful in today’s world a global logistics provider, has had a front row without learning how to interact well with seat for nearly every world crisis since 1987. others. Effective communication—especially The global entrepreneur has conducted when doing business in a different culture—is business in more than 80 countries around the key to getting things done.” world—often at critical times in their histories. He also learned organizational skills, accord- In 1992 he entered Russia just months after the ing to good friend William Donnell ’77 VSB. collapse of the former Soviet Union, organizing “Ron became treasurer of our fraternity, and as “I strongly one of the very first US-Russian joint venture an 18- or 19-year-old was managing a budget of related to the companies—which quickly became the largest $100,000 a year. He did a great job then—and Augustinian privately held freight forwarding operation in he’s doing the same today, just on an interna- way—to be the new independent republics. tional global scale.” Logenix has assisted in the rebuilding of After graduation Cruse landed a job in the ambitious but Afghanistan and reconstruction of Iraq and international shipping industry. Over the next at the same served as an integral facilitator supporting 25 years he traveled the world and eventually built time down to health and humanitarian assistance efforts three successful multimillion-dollar companies. earth, to enjoy across Africa and Asia. Now Cruse is sharing those experiences with HELPING VILLANOVA STUDENTS life and do unto Villanova students. “He is a dedicated advo- During that time he realized how important others as you’d cate of global business education who has it was for young people to gain international like them to contributed enormously to the programs and experience. (His son Alex “Bo” Cruse ’12 A&S do unto you.” initiatives at VSB, and his personal involve- studied in Greece this summer.) ment and experiences have been eye-opening He has written a book, Lies, Bribes and Peril: — RON CRUSE for our students,” says Jonathan Doh, PhD, the Lessons for the Real Challenges of International Rammrath Chair in International Business and Business, and established The Cruse Endowed director of the Center for Global Leadership International Fellowships at Villanova, which in the Villanova School of Business (VSB). enable undergraduates in VSB and the College BY of Liberal Arts and Sciences to participate in JENNIFER INTERNATIONAL ROOTS nontraditional global work and study opportu- SCHU Cruse gravitated toward a career that would nities, with an emphasis on destinations in the take him out into the world. His mother was a developing and emerging regions of the world. Scottish war bride and member of the Women’s This year’s recipient, Casey Richards ’14 A&S, Royal Naval Service; his father an American spent the summer with the State Department’s captain of a landing craft that delivered Allied Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs in the troops onto Omaha Beach on D-Day. People Republic of the Marshall Islands. from all over the world visited the Cruse home. Cruse says, “It’s an international market- Cruse attended Cascia Hall, an Augustinian place—we’re all tied together now. To help stu- preparatory school in Tulsa, Okla., and “I liked it dents understand that is meaningful to me.” 

VILLANOVA.EDU 35 RISING STAR | PHILIP BURNHAM Quantum Leap Philip Burnham ’13 A&S Seeks Answers to Bigger Questions

From a young age, Philip Burnham ’13 A&S Villanova’s emphasis on professor-student recognized that the true value of education was relationships and the atmosphere of social not simply acquiring knowledge, rather the justice has also provided a fertile ground for pursuit of the bigger questions. But it was at Philip. Under the guidance of faculty like Villanova that he learned the true benefit of a Georgia Papaefthymiou-Davis, PhD, pro- liberal arts education: helping the world. That’s fessor of Physics, he has embarked on a path what transforms knowledge into rare insight. in scientific inquiry and research that he “We not only need to seek knowledge to was so eager to explore during his under- attain it, but find a way to use that knowledge graduate education. to aid people in some way, especially those “Despite a busy class schedule he always who don’t have resources to do so themselves,” found time to pursue independent work, even says Philip. if that meant starting his day very early in the “We not only He traces his passion for science back to morning or working late in the evening or over need to seek a visit to Stonehenge with his family. Philip the weekend,” she says. knowledge to was six years old and, like so many before him, wondered how the massive stones had come to EUREKA EFFECT attain it, but rest there. Unlike many tourists, Philip didn’t Philip started a new experimental area in find a way simply move on to the next landmark. He Dr. Papaefthymiou-Davis’ laboratory involv- to use that bought armloads of books about Stonehenge ing the synthesis and characterization of knowledge and spent the rest of the vacation pondering magnetic nanoparticles for applications in bio- the wonders of the world, places where culture technology and bio-medicine. In August, he to aid people and science intersect. presented the results at the National Meeting in some way, “It was my first experience as a scientist of the American Chemical Society. As lofty especially researching, and after that day I knew that as that research sounds, Philip also has the those who was what I wanted to do in life,” says Philip, a gift to distill complex scientific information double major in Mathematics and Physics to simple fundamental principles and tailor don’t have whose family lives in Minnesota. his presentation to a target audience. resources While working in the physics lab, he to do so CHAIN REACTION noticed that many things are used once, even themselves.” His stepfather is president of the Science though they could be used again. He hopes to Museum of Minnesota and shares Philip’s love create an organization to allow labs around —PHILIP of culture and science. A Cherokee national the country to donate gently used lab equip- BURNHAM storyteller, his stepfather spins traditional ment to underfunded schools to increase creation myths for audiences while weaving science literacy. Ultimately, it could inspire baskets, and as the craft and story take shape, students to seek further education in science he explains the geometry of the basket. and engineering, and they will, in turn, inspire BY “It really hits the nail on the head that higher others to follow their path into science. SHAWN math concepts are integral, even in cultures not He believes it is a model that can be expanded PROCTOR exposed to Western thought,” Philip says. He internationally. “If we bring them into the believes it provides a model for how to introduce 21st century and help them with tools and math and science into a culture without under- resources, they can be agents of change in their cutting the traditions essential to the people. own countries,” he says. 

VILLANOVA.EDU 37 MISSION&MINISTRY

through their life’s work have made rose to the top: Alasdair MacIntyre, Chair in Humanities, and professor, extraordinary contributions to the professor emeritus, University of Notre Philosophy, also offered personal per- Catholic intellectual tradition and the Dame. His may not be a household spectives on MacIntyre’s contributions. pursuit of truth, beauty and goodness. name, but the Scottish-born convert After University President the Rev. The University applauds these traits to Catholicism is a towering figure in Peter M. Donohue, OSA, PhD, ’75 A&S in others because it demands them modern moral philosophy and political awarded the medal, MacIntyre delivered of itself. For 170 years, Villanova has upheld and advanced the Catholic intellectual tradition—a tradition that encompasses the work of theologians and philosophers, poets and painters, dream- ers and dissidents. “Over the centuries, Catholics have reflected their relationship with God through their thought, writings and artistry,” Dr. Wall explains. “Their work helps us to understand God’s presence and activity in the world.” Not surprisingly, Augustine looms large within this illustrious crowd. In his search for truth, Augustine wrestled with the culture of his day. He articu- lated his commitment to this engage- ment between Church and world in his massive work The City of God (hence, the medal’s name). The new Civitas Dei “(City of God”) Medal In fact, the Catholic intellectual tradition bears a distinctively Augus- The Rev. Peter M. Donohue, OSA, PhD, ’75 A&S presents the inaugural Civitas Dei Medal to philosopher Alasdair MacIntyre. tinian stamp. It emphasizes that faith theory. MacIntyre’s thought has influ- a lecture titled “Catholic Rather Than and reason can engage in significant, enced thousands of scholars and affirmed What?” At a reception following the fruitful conversations. As an Augus- Catholic universities as places where ceremony, guests had the chance to speak tinian university, Villanova has made faculty and students have the free- with the honoree. BACKING THE BEST Augustine’s vision the cornerstone of its dom and resources to seek the fullness academic community. of truth. GROWING THE TRADITION University medal honors extraordinary contributors to “We use the lens of faith to see how “I can’t think of a better recipient This latest innovation by Mission and the world can be improved, ennobled for this medal,” says Peter Wicks, PhD, Ministry typifies the creative ways in Catholic intellectual tradition and humanized,” says Thomas Smith, Catherine of Siena Fellow in the Ethics which the office retrieves and renews PhD, professor, Political Science and Program. “He has not only contributed the University’s Augustinian heritage. >> By Suzanne Wentzel Humanities, and the Anne Quinn Welsh to the Catholic intellectual tradition, Through conferences, workshops, lectures, Endowed Chair and Director of the but he has also helped many of us to service break experiences, retreats and Honors Program. “We ask, ‘How can think about what that tradition is.” special events, Villanovans have the edals are powerful, lump-in- the world: Here is greatness. CORNERSTONE OF THE we convey a sense of the meaning and Drs. Wicks and Smith were among opportunity to learn about the tradition the-throat symbols. It doesn’t But medals also say something about COMMUNITY purpose of human life and of the world in the Notre Dame-educated Villanova and, more important, become bearers of it. Mmatter if they’re gold or tin, the giver. They reveal what the institu- It’s only natural, then, that Villanova is a way that lifts the world up?’” faculty who spoke at the inaugural “We try to make it impossible for handcrafted or sold in bulk, presented in tion bestowing the honor believes in and the creator and giver of the new Civitas presentation of the Civitas Dei Medal someone on this campus not to know the Oval Office or at a 5K finish. Medals stands for. More than that, they point to Dei (“City of God”) Medal. Conceived AND THE WINNER IS… Sept. 27 in the Connelly Center. Michael the Catholic intellectual tradition,” acknowledge those whose deeds set them the institution’s credibility. A medal has of by Barbara Wall, PhD, vice president Once the medal’s criteria were approved, Moreland, JD, PhD, vice dean, Villanova Dr. Wall says. “We believe it has the apart, and once they’re pinned to a lapel value because its backer has value, not to for Mission and Ministry, the medal is a Mission and Ministry subcommittee University School of Law, and John power to make a difference in the world, or hung around a neck, they announce to mention authority and expertise. intended to recognize Catholics who identified possible recipients. One name Doody, PhD, Robert M. Birmingham even today.” 

38 VILLANOVA MAGAZINE WINTER 2013 VILLANOVA.EDU 39 WILDCATS CONNECT

IT’S A SMALL WORLD IN THE SWIM Villanova’s women’s swimming program brings an international touch to campus.  By Jennifer Schu Natalie Elphick ’13 A&S Katrin Heider ’15 A&S Mikah Schlesinger ’14 Erin Malone ’13 A&S Roxanne Tammadge ’13 South Africa Germany A&S Israel Australia A&S South Africa

Not pictured: Du Plessis ’12 practice and you go to class—no matter its roster, part of an ongoing, decade-long The 2012-2013 Villanova Women’s swim team Fiona Hardy ’16 A&S Great Britain, YOLANA A&S will never what else is going on.” plan to increase global diversity on the includes seven international student-athletes. Kaisla Kollanus ’16 A&S Finland forget her first swim practice at Villanova. Or no matter where you happen to be. Villanova campus, according to Simpson. Neither will her coach. For Du Plessis and the other “internation- Broadening the program’s recruiting She had arrived on campus the previous als” on Villanova’s women’s swimming horizons has exceeded expectations, he Astrid Armgarth ’11 of Sweden is pursuing exactly how I felt when I was homesick or represent Nova Nation as Wildcats, we night after a grueling 30-hour trip from team, the challenges of being a student- says. “We knew it was a smart athletic a doctoral degree at Cambridge University. had trouble with schoolwork.” also represent Villanova as a university. her hometown of Boksburg, South Africa. athlete at an academically rigorous decision to recruit these student-athletes, Like all new college students, the Du Plessis adds, “There are a lot of Embracing the values of the school has Barely able to keep her eyes open, she university can be heightened by language but we didn’t realize how much it would swimmers dealt with homesickness— cultural differences, so you take it one step become very important to me.” stood on the pool deck at 6 a.m., ready for and cultural barriers and homesickness. do for our program culturally and aca- only their families were thousands of at a time. You have to be willing to open In addition to doing well in both a two-hour workout. Immediately after- Yet the young women are thriving while demically. It’s just been amazing.” miles away. “It was difficult adjusting up to new things.” athletic and academic endeavors, “our wards she was off to five hours of classes. bringing an added international touch to The current roster includes athletes to life so far away from home and in a athletes become very involved in the “The following day I told her, ‘I don’t the entire Villanova community. from Great Britain, Germany, Finland, different cultural environment,” says Wildcat pride Villanova community,” Simpson says. know how you just did that,’” recalls Australia, Israel and South Africa. Six Erin Malone ’13 A&S, an Australian. For Roxanne “Roxy” Tammadge ’13 A&S, They participate in service initiatives Villanova men’s and women’s head swim- From all corners of the world competed in their countries’ Olympic “But knowing I had [teammates] going who earned All BIG-EAST accolades like the St. Thomas of Villanova Day ming and diving coach Rick Simpson. The team—which finished fifth in the Trials this summer. Two others are recent through the same thing was comforting. in 2012, coming to Villanova meant an of Service. Du Plessis was active with “I had to fall into the routine. That’s BIG EAST last year—currently has graduates. Du Plessis is a CFO program We always had each other to lean on opportunity to keep swimming competi- Back on My Feet, going on regular swimming,” Du Plessis says. “You go to seven international student-athletes on analyst at Deloitte LLP in New York, and when cultural adjustments became over- tively while getting an education. “In South runs with people experiencing homeless- whelming, or if we just missed home and Africa, you cannot swim for a university, ness. Erin is a founding member of the needed to have a cry.” only a club team,” she explains. “My College of Liberal Arts and Sciences’ Yolana Du Plessis shattered the Wildcats’ record in the 100 backstroke. She is one of the international swimmers who have made an impact in and out of the pool. Having other international swimmers South African coach had come to Amer- BRIDGE society, which builds relation- on the team also helped Israeli swimmer ica to swim back in the ’80s, and said it was ships among students and alumni in the Mikah Schlesinger ’14. She arrived at an opportunity I should really consider.” Arts and Sciences. Villanova after two years of mandatory She says she chose Villanova for its On that very first day, Du Plessis set the service in the Israeli military. size, academics, up-and-coming swim tone for a successful career at Villanova “It’s not easy to start school again after team and strong middle distance/dis- that included breaking a 19-year-old a two-year break, especially when your tance program. In addition to swimming school record in the 100-meter back- studies are not in your first language and for Villanova, Roxy has competed in stroke. She also made her mark on you have to find time to do homework the World University Games and—with campus as a double major in Political in between practices and classes,” says Villanova teammate Natalie Elphick ’13 Science and Global Interdisciplinary Mikah, who Skyped home every day. A&S—the All-Africa Games. Studies, a Candidates’ Day speaker and “You don’t have family here—not even “I love so much about this school. The co-president of the International Students extended family,” Du Plessis points out. professors here are amazing and truly care Outreach Society. “Yet people reached out to me to make about you as a person,” Roxy says. “The Today she works near New York’s me feel at home”—including Kathleen team truly becomes your family. It’s so Rockefeller Center Manhattan, from Byrnes, associate vice president for Stu- exciting. You’re no longer swimming for which NBC’s Today show is broadcast. dent Life, with whom she spent holidays. yourself but for your school, and that’s a And she has big plans for highlighting Mikah says Coach Simpson introduced real motivator.” her alma mater. her to a local Jewish couple with whom Indeed, school pride means a lot “One day soon I’m going to stand out- she could celebrate Jewish holidays. She to the swimmers. “I love being part side that big glass window where people also turned to her teammates for sup- of the greater Villanova community, hold up signs so they’ll show up on cam- port. “The other international girls on because we aren’t just athletes—we’re era,” she laughs, “and I’m going to hold the team helped me adapt. They knew student-athletes,” Erin says. “When we up a ‘Villanova Swim Team’ sign!”

40 VILLANOVA MAGAZINE WINTER 2013 VILLANOVA.EDU 41 THE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

O Tannenbaum

BY SUZANNE WENTZEL

No matter how many years you’ve been out of college, you never quite forget the frenzy of those last days before finals. Sleep-deprived, over-caffeinated students keep company through the night in Falvey Memorial Library. Professors scramble to grade papers and projects. Staff members redouble their efforts to pilot the University to a safe landing. It is during this stretch that folks on cam- pus especially need a reason to pause, still their hearts and refocus. And the Christmas tree that lights up the center of campus each December evening gives them the excuse to do that. Its multicolored nimbus arrests even the most distracted passersby, drawing their gazes, and their thoughts, heavenward. Aah. Life is more than calculus and Shakespeare. No matter what their faith tradition or cul- tural background is, Villanovans cherish the custom of having a decorated tree on cam- pus—and the festivities that surround it. At the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Dec. 3, the Rev. Peter M. Donohue, OSA, PhD, ’75 A&S, University president, and other Vil- lanovans gathered around the tree to fill the night air with carols. Planted outside the Connelly Center two years ago, the latest tree to serve this noble purpose is a young fir that stands a modest 15 feet tall. Nonetheless, its youthfulness promises greatness. Green with life, afire with light, the tree is a herald of hope. It reminds students to be what Villanova alumni already are: light for a world that too often slumbers in darkness—the light that is the Christ Child. 

He Who fills the world lay in a manger, great in the form of God but tiny in the form of a servant; this was in such a way that neither was His greatness diminished by His tininess, nor was His tininess overcome by His greatness.

—St. Augustine, Sermon 187

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The Power of Community Brian Muscarella ’80 VSB Finds – and GIVES – Strength in Villanova Community

BY SHAWN PROCTOR

Brian Muscarella ’80 VSB, president of Center. Others provided meals or care tion for 12 years where he raises money the Charlotte Chapter of the Villanova packages to the family. Many more sent for student scholarships, hosts students University Alumni Association always emails and texts to bolster his spirit while on trips with Habitat for Humanity, wel- wore his Villanova spirit proudly. But he worked on repairing his body. comes new members of the Villanova when he needed it most, he learned just “At Villanova I was part of a commu- community at New Student Receptions how strong those Villanova ties really are. nity. I still am,” he says. “I will never give and engages alumni in his region as well March 23, 2011 began like so many up and never surrender because of the in New York, where he worked. other days for Muscarella and his support I have gotten from the network It also reflects the strong marketing wife, Carol, and their two daughters, of Villanovans.” skills he learned at the Villanova School Leigh and Laura. But a spinal stroke— described by the doctor as a “freak act of STRONG VILLANOVA BONDS nature”—rendered Muscarella, then 53, In the past 21 months, Muscarella has At Villanova I was paralyzed from his neck down. Suddenly made significant progress. He has recov- a man who had competed in four New ered muscle movement, but is still numb part of a community. York City Marathons could no longer sit from the paralysis. He plays wheelchair I still am. I will never up or move his legs. rugby and participated in a 180-mile give up and never “It was a very devastating injury. My bike ride to raise funds for the Adap- mind was reeling from the diagnosis,” tive Sports and Adventures Programs at surrender because of the he recalls. “My life went from traveling the rehab facility he attends. The mini- support I have gotten every day as managing director for New mum fundraising goal was $1,000; from the network York Life and balancing a busy family Muscarella and “Team Freak” raised life in Charlotte to fighting every day to more than $20,000. of Villanovans.” do tasks we take for granted.” “For me, it’s never been a choice. It —Brian Muscarella ’80 VSB It was a challenging time for the has only been when I will walk again, Muscarella family, but he saw an over- not if. My family and dear friends have whelming rush of support from friends, selflessly given their time and energy to of Business as well as the spirit of service family and the Villanova community. my cause: I bring it every day to honor he developed as a Villanova student. They visited him in the hospital every them,” he says. “It has been and continues to be a day. Once he had been discharged from That attitude reflects the same dedi- humbling yet rewarding experience,” he the hospital, they drove him for the next cation that Muscarella displayed as a says. “No matter the obstacles ahead, I year to outpatient services and physical leadership council member of the Char- will never be alone. My heart is full, my Brian Muscarella ’80 VSB rehabilitation at Carolinas Rehabilitation lotte Chapter of the Alumni Associa- eyes are clear and my faith is resolute.”

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At the Homecoming Festival, Villanovans celebrated their cherished college memories and created new ones.

Villanova: A Place We Call Home

BY SHAWN PROCTOR

housands of University alumni, to see everyone who I bonded with over Remember to save the date for next family and friends returned to my years at Villanova.” year’s Homecoming, which will be Tcampus for Homecoming 2012, And for some, it was an opportunity to held Oct. 25-27, 2013. Visit alumni. held Oct. 23-27, continuing a tradition share a connection to their treasured past. villanova.edu for more information. of Villanovans coming together to Sarah Klein-Harris ’09 CON, who works celebrate their connection to the school as an oncology nurse in Baltimore, came and one another through food, drink to homecoming to introduce her boyfriend and entertainment. to her alma mater. “It has opened many “I had a fantastic college experience doors for my career. It laid a solid founda- and love to come back,” says Lucille Bell tion as I work toward getting my master’s,” ’11 COE, a pharmaceutical engineer in she says. “I am proud to be a Villanova upstate New York. “It’s a perfect chance alumna, part of a proud Villanova family.”

46 VILLANOVA MAGAZINE WINTER 2013 VILLANOVA.EDU 47 THE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION Class Notes Homecoming Highlights VILLANOVA GRADUATES SHARE THEIR NEWS & UPDATES • IN MEMORIAM • FACULTY • STAFF President’s Club Reception Celebrates Villanova as International Community CLASS OF 1978 1950s 35th Reunion June 6-9, 2013 Villanovans impacted the world directly as a result of the CLASS OF 1953 support provided to campus, and at the President’s Club Reception, 60th Reunion Richard Dyer, Esq., ’70 COE, June 6-9, 2013 held Oct. 26 in the Connelly Center, that international impact ’74 VLS was honored by the was on display. CLASS OF 1958 2012 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Attendees were invited to enjoy international cuisine and view 55th Reunion June 6-9, 2013 Business for his excellence in the a special collection of icons from around the world as curated field of construction law. He is a by the Rev. Richard Cannuli, OSA, MFA, ’73 A&S. Afterward, Robert Natiello ’52 A&S has partner at the Duane Morris LLP they watched a video highlighting the University’s positive published a book of collected office in New York. global influence. fiction and nonfiction stories, Richard W. Cohen, MD, ’72 In keeping with the spirit of the evening Mike O’Neill, vice presi- The Almost Perfect Crime and MA was inducted into the dent for University Advancement, announced a $1 million gift had Other Award Winning Stories of Philadelphia Jewish Sports Hall New York. Four of the stories been given to the College of Nursing, in support of education.  of Fame May 21, 2012. have been nominated for national NICHOLS INDUCTED INTO HALL OF FAME Pushcart Prizes.“Dog Fight” won Gerard Hempstead ’72 A&S Villanova Reflects on “Back & Black” first prize in Manhattan Media’s was ordained to the order of the In September 2012, Hank Nichols, EdD, ’58 A&S, Summer Fiction Contest. Permanent Diaconate for the former Education Department chair at Villanova, More than 160 students, faculty, staff and alumni joined Diocese of Orlando by Bishop was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame for together for “Back & Black: A Celebration of the African 1960s John Gerard Noonan at St. his longtime career as an official. Respected for his American Experience at Villanova,” to mark the launch of James Cathedral in Orlando, Fla. professionalism and his passion for the game, Nich- CLASS OF 1963 the Villanova Oral History Project Oct. 27 at 7 p.m. in the Hempstead received a Masters of ols worked 13 Atlantic Coast Conference Tourna- 50th Reunion Theology from Saint Leo Univer- Connelly Center. ment finals. At 48, he transitioned into the position June 6-9, 2013 sity in May 2012. Alumni, including Johnny Jones ’69 A&S, Ted Freeman of the NCAA’s first coordinator of officials, oversee- ing the rules and the officials for 22 more years. ’72, Bob Whitehead ’70 A&S, Napoleon Andrews ’74 A&S, CLASS OF 1968 Herbert Sudfeld Jr., Esq., ’73 Edward Collymore, PhD, ’59 VSB, Al Pride, PhD, ’73 A&S, 45th Reunion A&S was named partner at the Gene Arthur ’70 VSB and Normadene Murphy ’76 A&S, June 6-9, 2013 Curtin & Heefner LLP office in Morrisville, Pa. alumni shared their experiences on campus and met with James O’Donnell ’63 VSB has Marc P. Weingarten ’76 Irvin Schorsch ’77 VSB is current students to discuss the African-American experience joined the board of DSW Inc. Jerome Curtin, PE, ’75 COE VLS has been elected to the a regular contributor to The at Villanova through the decades. and will serve on the technology has retired from the US Envi- American Association for Justice Dr. Oz Show and The Huffington The project focuses primarily on the African-American committee. He is a member of ronmental Protection Agency At “Back & Black,” Villanovans celebrated the African American (AAJ) Board of Governors for a Post. the Villanova University Board after 38 years of federal service experience at the University 1950-85 and documents the experience at the University. three-year term. He also served of Trustees. as an environmental engineer. Joseph Viscuso, PE, PLS, ’77 significant contributions African-American students made on the Board of Governors for MCE accepted a position as vice during this period. Affairs and Student Development. To view the oral history project, Wali Jones ’64 VSB was Lynne Z. Gold-Bikin ’76 VLS the Pennsylvania Association president and office director of The event was sponsored by the VUAA, Multicultural visit http://exhibits.library.villanova.edu.  inducted into the Philadelphia was quoted in the article, for Justice and was a delegate the West Chester, Pa. office of Sports Hall of Fame Nov. 8, “Lawyers, Litigants Take Issue representing the state entity for Pennoni Associates. 2012. He started for the Wild- with AOPC’s Guardian Ad AAJ from 1997 until 2012. He Volunteer Leader Awards 2012 cats from 1961-1964 and is a Litem Report,” published in is a partner at Locks Law Firm James Kunard, PE, ’79 COE member of the Philadelphia Big The Legal Intelligencer. Gold- in Philadelphia. was promoted to director of Alumni volunteers received the red the Rev. Owen “Ray” Jackson, OSA, tributions, hard work and dedication,” Five Hall of Fame. Jones’ num- Bikin is Chair of the family law facilities services for the school William Lidestri ’77 VSB was carpet treatment at the 2012 “NOVA ’61 Community Service Award; Mike Rev. Peter M. Donohue, OSA, PhD, ’75 ber 24 jersey was retired in 1995 practice at Weber Gallagher district of Palm Beach County named senior vice president, Awards” held Oct. 27 at the Radnor Gigliotti ’70 A&S (2011) and Beth A&S told attendees. and hangs in the rafters of the Simpson Stapleton Fires & in Florida. director of Operations and Pavilion at Villanova University. Newby LLP in Norristown, Pa. Valley Country Club. The awards cer- Toolen ’87 VSB (2012) earned the The keynote address was given by Technology at Chelsea Groton emony followed the Volunteer Leaders Goodwill Ambassador Award; Jerry Brian Muscarella ’80 VSB, Charlotte Charles Buechel Jr., Esq., ’69 Jean Ruttenberg ’76 MA has Bank in Conn. 1980s Conference to recognize the outstanding Quinn ’87, Greater D.C. Chapter Chapter president. VSB accepted a position as part- co-authored the chapter, “Cancer Bill Olsen ’77 A&S published CLASS OF 1983 contributions of Villanova’s alumni. co-president, earned the Leadership The awards ceremony followed the ner at the Rawle & Henderson, Care for Adults with Autism the book, The Anti-Corruption 30th Reunion The Chapter President Recognition was Award; Rick Stieber ’60 COE from the VLC where alumni volunteer leaders LLP office in Pittsburgh, Pa. Spectrum Disorder: The Case of Handbook. He also was on the June 6-9, 2013 awarded to Joe Troy ’82 VSB, president of Charlotte Chapter garnered the Distin- attended workshops on event planning, Prostate Cancer” in the book, advisory committee that helped Nursing of Autism Spectrum Disor- CLASS OF 1988 the Tampa Bay Chapter, Mike Gigliotti guished Service Award; and Joe Martini among other topics. 1970s develop the World Bank Insti- der: Evidence-Based Integrated Care 25th Reunion ’70 COE, president of the Orange County ’61 VSB (2011) and Jim McMonagle The Alumni Board Directors held tute’s Corruption Guide, The Chapter, and Ed Neville ’65 A&S, presi- ’62 COE (2012) earned the Reunion their quarterly meeting and alumni CLASS OF 1973 across the Lifespan. Ruttenberg is June 6-9, 2013 40th Reunion the recipient of the 2008 Col- Collective Action Against Corrup- dent of the Houston Chapter. Volunteer Service Award. leaders shared best practices and cre- June 6-9, 2013 lege of Liberal Arts and Sciences tion. Olsen is a principal at Grant George Kroculick, Esq., ’80 The Chicago Chapter was awarded “Villanova thanks you for your con- ative ideas.  Graduate Alumni Medallion. Thornton in Washington, D.C. A&S, ’83 VLS was honored by

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were or are military aviators and fellow at Mathematica Policy William Belanger ’90 COE was Mental Health Counseling from mothers. Research in Princeton, N.J. recognized in IAM Magazine’s Nyack College. He is affiliated inaugural edition of “IAM Pat- with Light the Way Counseling Dave Brown ’85 MS will be Michael DeRosa ’88 MS ent 1000: The World’s Leading Center, LLC in Midland Park, N.J. walking from Atlantic City accepted a position as sales per- Patent Practitioners” for his to San Francisco in 2013 in formance director at Travelers Andrew Fitzpatrick ’93 VSB outstanding work in the Intel- memory of his wife, Joan ’85 Insurance in Tampa, Fla. welcomed a boy. lectual Property Department at MS, who passed this past year Michael Duncan ’88 VSB and Pepper Hamilton law firm in due to ovarian cancer. The Deborah Sackner Goldring, Joseph Connor ’88 VSB have Boston. purpose of his quest is to raise DBA, ’93 MBA received a co-authored the book, The New Doctorate in Business Admin- awareness and funds for ovarian Daniel Cummins, Esq., ’90 Founders. The book revolves istration from Florida Atlan- cancer research. He writes about A&S was appointed vice presi- around six unsuspecting Ameri- tic University. She has been it at www.ocjoan.blogspot.com. dent of the north region of the cans drawn together at Indepen- appointed as assistant professor Pennsylvania Defense Institute Diane M. Wink, EdD, ’85 dence Hall on the Fourth of July. of Marketing in the School of and reappointed co-chairman MSN has been appointed as the Business Administration at Stet- Douglas Turrell ’88 MS Hugh F. and Jeannette G. of the auto law committee. He accepted a position as senior son University in DeLand, Fla. McKean Endowed Chair in is a partner at Foley Cognetti vice president of government Nursing at the University of Comerford Cimini & Cummins Michelle Sterk Barrett ’93 affairs at First Generation in WILDCAT PRIDE Central Florida College of Nurs- in Scranton, Pa. A&S was named director of the Allentown, Pa. Donelan Office of Community- ing. Dr. Wink is a professor and Capt. John Keegan, USN, coordinator of the Nurse Educa- Sylvia DeSantis ’89 A&S pub- Based Learning at the College Lt. Stephen J. Sweeney, USN, ’02 A&S currently de- ’90 COE assumed the duty of tor MSN program there. lished the book, Watercharms: of the Holy Cross in Worcester, ployed as a Carrier Air Wing Seven Operator with program manager for the Rolling Ocean-Reiki Meditations. Mass. Carrier Strike Group Eight, embarked upon the USS Steven Beer, Esq., ’86 VLS Airframe Missile program in Pro- Eisenhower, where he was honored to meet with and Kathryne Badura, Esq., Timothy Foley ’89 COE gram Executive Office Integrated Meg Matey Evans ’94 A&S other alumni who are serving their country abroad. ’08 A&S, ’11 VLS published an accepted a position as sales Warfare Systems in Arlington, Va. accepted a position as principal at Squadron Line Elementary In front of WILDCAT 400 are Cmdr. John B. Picco, article titled, “The New Renais- executive at ConEdison Solu- Geoffrey Milne, Esq., ’90 VLS School in Simsbury, Conn. USN, ’93 VSB, a CSG-8 Air Operations Officer; Lt. sance: A Breakthrough Time for tions in Valhalla, N.Y. was selected as a Connecticut BREWING SUCCESS Cmdr. John E. Kuta, USN, ’00 COE, an HS-5 Safety Artists” in the premier issue of David M. Fournier ’89 Super Lawyer for Business Litiga- Edward Reitmeyer ’94 MTX Officer; Lt. Tyler P. McKnight ’06 A&S, an HS-5 the Berkeley Journal of Entertain- tion in 2011 and 2012. was named managing director Assistant Operations Officer; Capt. Sam J. Paparo VLS was recognized as one of Ryan Krill ’05 A&S and Chris Henke ’05 COE ment & Sports Law. and head of the Real Estate ’87 A&S, a Commander Carrier Air Wing Seven; Delaware’s leading bankruptcy Peter Quintal ’90 COE was started the Cape May Brewing Co. in July 2011 on a Advisory Services Group at Lt. Cmdr. Michelle Kelly Page ’01 A&S, a DESRON James Clemente ’86 VSB, ’86 practitioners in Chambers USA: promoted to lead test pilot for shoestring budget. Already their India Pale Ale has the CBIZ MHM, LLC office in TWO EIGHT Operations Officer; Lt. Sweeney, USN, MTX has joined the board of America’s Leading Lawyers for the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye won first place in the Atlantic City Beer Festival, Philadelphia. and Cmdr. Mike Royle, USN, ’93 COE, a CSG-8 Anti- directors of Luzerne Bank. He is Business. Fournier is a Partner in aircraft at Northrop Grumman and the company has been awarded an economic Terrorism Force Protection Officer. a managing partner, accountant the Wilmington, Del., office of Corporation in St. Augustine, Fla. Jennifer O’Rourke Tiffen, development loan from the state and township and consultant with Snyder & Pepper Hamilton LLC. PhD, ’95 CON received a to help fund an expansion. “Villanova shaped the Clemente in Pennsylvania. Timothy Scanlon ’90 A&S direction of our company by providing us with the Kathryn Quigley ’89 A&S Doctorate in Nursing from the accepted a position as director of skills we need to succeed in the beer industry,” Patrick Tompkins ’86 A&S published the journalism text- University of Illinois-Chicago. business development at HCA Krill says. “We carry Villanova’s sense of commu- the 2012 edition of Chambers of the UPS Asia Pacific region. was selected as a 2012-2013 book, Introduction to News Writ- She will serve as an assistant East Florida Division in Planta- nity in our business practices by supporting local USA: America’s Leading Lawyers candidate for the Chancellor’s ing: The Real Scoop, a guide for professor and as the director of Annemarie Urbinato Schieber tion, Fla. charities and events.” for Business for his excellence Fellowship, which will allow him college students and journalists the primary care adult- ’82 A&S accepted a position as in the field of real estate law. to spend nine months work- just starting out in their careers. Frederic “F.J.” Hueber ’91 gerontology nurse practitioner senior investigative analyst at Kroculick is a partner at the ing on coursework leading to a Quigley is an associate professor VSB welcomed a girl. program at the University of the Mackinac Center for Public Duane Morris LLP office in Doctorate of philosophy. He is at Rowan University. Illinois-Chicago. Policy in Michigan. Carolyn R. Mirabile ’91 VLS, Philadelphia. an associate professor of English John Reddel ’89 A&S was pro- a partner in the law office of Jennifer Prince Gross, Esq., University Alumni Association the Doylestown, Pa., law office Geetha Dabir ’83 MS has been and chair of the Department of Susan Stabler-Haas ’80 CON, moted to manager of Creative Weber Gallagher Simpson ’95 A&S, ’98 VLS welcomed chapter president for Boston. of Eastburn & Gray PC as a named by Business Insider as one English at John Tyler Community ’85 MSN published the book, Services at the Christian Broad- Stapleton Fires & Newby LLP a girl. member of the firm’s Litigation the 25 Most Powerful Women College in Chester, Va. Christian Giudice ’97 A&S has Fast Facts for the Student Nurse: casting Network in Virginia in Norristown, Pa., published an practice group. Engineers in Technology. Christopher Barton ’96 COE published the book Beloved War- Nursing Student Success in a Nut- Harold Jensen ’87 VSB was Beach, Va. article entitled “Until Death do welcomed a girl. rior: The Rise and Fall of Alexis Shannon Berrill Mastropoalo shell. Stabler-Haas is an adjunct Judith Luzeski ’83 MS was inducted into the Fairfield us Part ... and Then What?” in Argüello. The book discusses the ’98 A&S and Dominick instructor at the Villanova promoted to vice president of County Sports Hall of Fame dur- the Pennsylvania Law Weekly. Christine Muller ’96 A&S, ’03 1990s life and career of the Nicaraguan Mastropoalo ’98 A&S University School of Nursing. Client Services at Schoolwires, ing the Fairfield Country Sports MA accepted a position as dean Carmen R. Stanziola, LLM ’92 Hall of Fame boxer who passed welcomed a girl. Inc. in State College, Pa. Commission’s eighth annual of Saybrook College at Yale Uni- David J. Brooman ’82 VLS CLASS OF 1993 VLS opened his own practice, away in 2009. Sports Night awards dinner in 20th Reunion versity in New Haven, Conn. Marcia Dawkins, PhD, ’98 opened an Environmental Lt. Cmdr. Patricia “Patsy” Law Office of Carmen R. Stan- Greenwich, Conn. He is a for- Thomas Kelly ’97 A&S A&S has published the book Litigation practice, Law Offices Van Bloem Schumacher, June 6-9, 2013 ziola, LLC after 22 years as a staff Susanne Salerno ’96 VSB mer president of the Villanova accepted a position as principal Clearly Invisible: Racial Passing of David J. Brooman, LLC, in USN (Ret.), ’83 A&S is attorney for the Bucks County accepted a position as principal University Alumni Association. CLASS OF 1998 of new health and productivity and the Color of Cultural Identity. Berwyn, Pa. featured in Linda Maloney’s, Court of Common Pleas. and director of foundation ser- 15th Reunion practice at Buck Consultants. Military Fly Moms, a collection Kimberly Boller, PhD, ’88 vices at Silver Bridge located in Lisa Eckl McKay, Esq., ’98 Brendan Canavan ’82 A&S June 6-9, 2013 Robert Varnay ’92 A&S of 71 stories by women who A&S was promoted to senior Boston. Salerno is the Villanova Dean H. Malik ’97 VLS joined VLS welcomed a boy. has been promoted to president received a Master of Arts in

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Peter Oliver, Esq., ’98 VSB the board of directors for the John Furlong ’02 VSB and his the top up-and-coming attorneys leadership, educational and 3 Hospital at Kandahar Airfield, Michael Coskey, Esq., ’08 Matthew Papson ’09 A&S welcomed a girl. Land Use Section of the New team successfully defended their for 2012. McDonough is an personal growth opportunities to Afghanistan, May 23, 2012. A&S accepted a position as an has launched the fantasy sports Jersey School Board Association. title in the Pennsylvania Breast associate and member of the emerging women business lead- Lt. McQuade is a medical attorney at at KML Law Group company Reality Sports Online Michael W. Cardamone, Esq., Cancer Coalition (PBCC) labor relations and employment ers in the Greater Philadelphia surgical nurse who has been in Philadelphia. (RSO). RSO was designed to ’99 VLS has been voted a Penn- Eileen Kelly Keefe, Esq., ’00 Home Run Derby. Furlong hit a law department at Obermayer region. Soares is an attorney in redeployed to the multinational emulate actual NFL front office sylvania Super Lawyer—Rising A&S, ’04 VLS has been named Julie Tran ’08 VSB received a state record eight home runs. In Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel, the litigation department at Fox medical facility. operations and create a realistic Star for the fourth year. He is to the Pennsylvania Super Law- Juris Doctor from the Roger its five year history, the Derby LLP in Philadelphia. Rothschild LLP in Philadelphia. general manager experience. an attorney and manager of the yers—Rising Stars list as one of Williams University School of has raised more than $500,000 Rachel Aldins Montgomery, the top up-and-coming attorneys Mary Rose O’Connor Day, Monica Fiss ’07 A&S married Law May 18, 2012. Lindsay Tomlinson ’09 A&S Blue Bell, Pa., office for Krasno for the benefit of the PBCC. US Army, RN, ’08 CON Krasno & Onwudinjo. in Pennsylvania for 2012. Keefe DO, ’03 COE welcomed a girl. Alan Burdette Jr. Fiss acts as accepted a position as annual was honorably discharged in Daniel Trucil ’08 A&S, ’11 is an associate at Obermayer Maura Grego ’02 A&S married both an owner and trainer of fund officer at Villanova Mark Tribbitt, PhD, ’03 MBA October 2011 from active duty MA accepted a position as a Shannon Gallagher Broderick Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel, John Villani ’02 VSB. the recently opened Windswept University. received a Doctorate of Philoso- with the US Army Nurse Corps. senior account executive at ’99 A&S and Denis Broderick LLP, in Philadelphia. Stables, an equine training, Kathleen Hagerty Pasquini phy in Management from Drexel Montgomery was awarded the MSLGROUP Americas in Antwon Young ’09 A&S has ’09 MCHE welcomed a boy. boarding and lesson facility in Amber Kyle Blake ’00 A&S ’02 A&S and Frank Pasquini University. Army Commendation Medal New York. been named the Professional Aberdeen, Md. Mary Nell Lacivita Murphy was named the employee of the ’08 MBA welcomed a girl. for her service and currently is Indoor Football League most James Ballow ’04 A&S was Sarah Arscott ’09 COE married ’99 A&S has been named to year by the Colorado Associa- Virginia Greis ’07 A&S mar- pursuing a masters of nursing in valuable player for the 2011-2012 Matthew Levinson ’02 VSB promoted to senior manager of Mark McKeever ’08 COE. the executive advisory board of tion of State Transit Agencies. ried Michael Cacciapalle ’07 Healthcare Administration at season. Young is the quarterback has been appointed as the sev- product development at ESPN- the Greater Wildwood Tourism She is the multi-modal transpor- COE, ’10 MCHE. the University of Pennsylvania Nada Melissa Ayers ’09 MS for the Richmond Raiders. enth chairman of the New Jersey Mobile in New York. Improvement and Development tation director for the City of School of Nursing. accepted a position at Johnson Casino Control Commission Authority as a business represen- Durango, Colo. Kristine L. Calalang ’04 VLS Danielle Ko ’07 MS and & Johnson as human resources in Atlantic City. Levinson was Kathryne Badura, Esq., ’08 2010s tative for Wildwood Crest, N.J. opened her own family law Brian Gaspar ’07 COE manager supporting Janssen Elizabeth Schaefer McClave nominated by New Jersey Gov. A&S, ’11 VLS accepted a She is the marketing and finance practice, the Law Office of welcomed a girl. Biotech. Harry P. McGrath ’11 VLS ’00 VSB and Chris McClave Chris Christie and approved by position as external relations director the Adventurer Ocean- Kristine L. Calalang, located in joined the Philadelphia office of ’01 VSB welcomed a boy. the state senate in June 2012. coordinator—enforcement with Katherine Hetrick ’09 MA front Inn in Wildwood Crest. Philadelphia. Lt. Lindsay McQuade, USN, Burns White, LLC as an associ- the International Trademark and Christoper Smith ’04 MA Marianne Connolly Lauber Jennifer Tirado ’02 VSB ’07 CON spoke at the ate in their Health Care and Jennifer Lukach Bradley ’99 Meredith Pastore Santi- Association in New York. welcomed a boy. ’01 A&S, ’07 MS welcomed married Matthew Zloto. second anniversary of the Role Long-Term Care Group. VLS welcomed a girl. nelli ’04 CON and Gianluca a girl. Jonathan Poling, Esq., ’99 Sandra Burke ’03 CON Santinelli ’04 VSB, ’06 MBA A&S accepted a position as Marissa Deitch ’01 MS was married Roiland Gotiangco. welcomed a girl. promoted to vice president of partner at Baker & McKenzie, Donna Eastabrooks, PhD, ’03 Elizabeth Shum ’04 VSB Career Counseling at Crest LLP, in Washington, D.C. MA was awaded a Doctorate of married Kevin Mille. Counseling and Educational Last year 23% of Alumni Philosophy in Education special- Include Villanova Services in Philadelphia. Brian Galloway ’05 A&S, ’09 2000s izing in Post-Secondary and in your retirement MA married Deanna Long. made a gift to Villanova Catherine Fabrizio Russell ’01 Adult Education from Capella portfolio and make a CLASS OF 2003 A&S and Richard Russell ’00 University. She is a professor of Jim Gillin ’06 VSB, ’08 MBA which helped win-win investment! 10th Reunion VSB welcomed a girl. Dental Hygiene and both the married Jeanette Giunta. impact June 6-9, 2013 clinical and local anesthesia Kristen Falanga ’01 A&S, Rob Gordon IV ’05 A&S Roselynn and Nick Calio’s coordinator at Manor College the lives CLASS OF 2008 ’03 MA married Kevin most recent charitable gift in Jenkintown, Pa. co-scored the music for the of others 5th Reunion Hollsh–wandner. award-winning feature documen- annuity to Villanova reduced Roselynn & Nick Calio, ‘65 COE, June 6-9, 2013 Meghann Gould Keaveney tary film,PUSH: Madison Versus around John Iannozzi, Esq., ’01 A&S, their capital gains taxes, Heritage Society Members ’03 VSB and Michael Keav- Madison. The film was purchased Eric M. Brown, Esq., ’00 A&S ’04 VLS has been elected as a the world because it was funded by “Our gift to Villanova lowered our taxes and eney ’03 A&S welcomed a boy. by ESPN and aired on ESPN was promoted to partner at board member of the Triangle appreciated stock. By provides income for life. We liked it so much Classic Sept. 8, 2012, and on the and most Siana, Bellwoar & McAndrew, Club of Montgomery County, Jeanine Johnson, PsyD, ’03 deferring their first annuity we setup a second charitable gift annuity.” new cable network, Aspire, in LLP in Chester Springs, Pa. which awards scholarships to high A&S, ’06 MS received a Doc- importantly payment until their retirement, October 2012. school seniors who have demon- torate of Psychology in clinical the Calios are able to increase Villanova Sample Gift Annuity Rates Michael Danko ’00 VSB students here strated excellence in academics, psychology from Philadelphia the percentage of guaranteed 8 welcomed a boy. Joshua L. Gayl ’06 VLS joined athletics and community service. College of Osteopathic Medicine. the Egg Harbor, N.J., office of on campus. annual lifetime income. In Kristin DeRugeriis Molav- He is an attorney at Hamburg, VO Financial Corp. as General 7 Christie Kemple ’03 VSB was the future, the College of oque, Esq., ’00 A&S has been Rubin, Mullin, Maxwell & Lupin, Counsel and Secretary. Thank you! Help us reach our goal of 25% this promoted to director of Busi- Engineering will benefit from named to the Pennsylvania PC, in Lansdale, Pa. year by making your gift today! the Calio’s generosity. 6

ness Development at Broadway % 0f Return Rate Super Lawyers—Rising Stars list Lauren Humann ’06 A&S Elizabeth McMahon Kaciubij Gourmet in Boston. married Ryan Werner ’06 A&S. Visit www.villanova.edu/theannualfund as one of the top up-and-coming 5 ’01 VSB welcomed a boy. 50 60 70 80 attorneys for 2012. Molavoque is Leah MacKenzie Patterson Nicholas O’Donoughue ’06 or scan the QR code to see how Age an attorney at MacElree Harvey Christian Reid ’01 A&S ’03 A&S ’09 MA welcomed COE married Lauren Anne Villanovans are making a global impact in Chester County, Pa. accepted a position as program a boy. Chinchen. thanks to you! For more information and a director at CVS Caremark in Craig Gianetti, Esq., ’00 VSB Tiffani McDonough, Esq., ’03 has www.villanova.edu/makeagift no obligations proposal, Woonsocket, R.I. Christine Soares ’06 VLS was selected as a New Jersey A&S, ’06 VLS has been named been elected to the Board of the 1-800-486-5244 contact the Office of Planned [email protected] Super Lawyers—Rising Star for Kristin Suga Heres ’01 A&S to the Pennsylvania Super Law- Professional Women’s Round- Giving at 800-486-5244 or [email protected]. 2012. Gianetti was elected to welcomed a girl. yers—Rising Stars list as one of table, which provides networking,

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Megan Miller ’12 COE hiked George J. McFadden ’47 VSB, Benjamin B. Stewart Jr. ’52 1960s Sister Aimee M. Hartley, ’69 Gerard A. Dowd ’73 VSB, George V. Famiglio Jr., CPA, 2000s more than 12,000 feet to reach Sept. 22, 2012. VSB, Oct. 5, 2010. MA, Sept. 17, 2012. Aug. 6, 2012. PFS, ’83 VSB, April 23, 2011. the summit of Mount Fuji in James R. Bergmann ’60 VSB, Amy K. Barnard ’00 A&S, Joseph H. Nunan ’47 VSB, George K. Godlewski ’53 Elizabeth S. Wallace ’69 MS, Thomas J. Sweeney ’73 VSB, Sonya DePaula ’84 CON, Japan. Miller currently is sta- March 24, 2012. June 27, 2012. July 28, 2012. July 16, 2009. tioned in Yokosuka, Japan, with April 14, 2012. A&S, Aug. 18, 2012. Sept. 10, 2012. James J. Cantwell ’60 VSB, Erik M. Thierfelder ’06 MS, the US Navy. Edward F. Flood, DDS, ’48 Michael A. Forcinito ’54 VSB, Cmdr. Paul R. Gardella Jr., USN Linda M. Thompson ’86 VSB, May 30, 2012. Sept. 20, 2012. 1970s (Ret.), ’78 VSB, May 28, 2012. Andrew Sayre ’12 COE A&S, July 30, 2012. Aug. 1, 2012. Sept. 20, 2012. James M. Donoghue ’60 VSB, Thomas E. Bingenheimer ’03 embarked on a three-month Roger C. Lattanza ’48 A&S, John C. Gillman ’54 A&S, Robert L. Fleming ’70 VBS, Donald C. Meyer ’78 VSB, Aug. 2, 2012. Christopher J. Wynne ’86 MBA, May 4, 2012. sailing expedition through the March 28, 2009. June 8, 2012. Aug. 19, 2012. Sept. 11, 2012. VSB, July 9, 2012. Northwest Passage in summer Joseph W. DuRocher, Esq.,’60 Geraldine Yanni ’70 MS, Brian D. Lepus ’09 COE, 2012. A recap of his journey can Leo T. Bruyette Jr., DDS, ’49 John J. Kelly ’54 A&S, Antina J. Balletto ’79 MS, Mark Allen Niemkiewicz ’88 VSB, May 19, 2012. Sept. 14, 2012. Aug. 2, 2012. be found at sayreinnewzealand. A&S, July 18, 2012. June 9, 2012. Sept. 16, 2012. MME, June 26, 2012. blogspot.com. Sayre was the Richard T. Gerstner ’60 COE, William E. Delaney III, MD, Harry F. Mason ’54 VSB, Robert J. McElhenney ’71 Sister Mary C. Curry ’79 MS, Norma S. Beiduk ’89 A&S, president of Villanova’s intramu- July 23, 2012. ’49 A&S, June 11, 2012. Dec. 18, 2011. A&S, ’74 MA, March 6, 2006. Sept. 6, 2012. April 10, 2012. ral sailing team for three years. William J. Hufnell ’61 VSB, Francis J. “Frank” Thomas J. Carmody ’55 VSB, John J. Carr Jr. ’72 COE, George E. Denczi III ’79 VSB, Lisa Thiemann, PhD, CRNA, Sept. 15, 2012. Guzikowski ’49 A&S, April April 19, 2012. Sept. 15, 2012. Aug. 31, 2012. 1990s ’12 PhD CON accepted the 23, 2012. Joseph L. McLaughlin ’61 Dolores B. Manelski ’72 A&S, position as chief credentialing William G. Cunningham ’55 COE, July 26, 2012. 1980s Christina M. Dallepezze ’91 officer at the National Board of Francis A. Linsalata ’49 VSB, VSB, Aug. 14, 2012. May 17, 2011. VSB, July 14, 2012. Certification and Recertification June 24, 2012. Douglas J. Murray ’61 COE, Joseph F. McNichol ’72 COE, Timothy A. Margraf ’80 A&S, Stephen M. Grello ’91 VSB, for Nurse Anesthetists in Park Albert J. Dempsey ’55 VSB, June 14, 2012. Murray was a for- July 12, 2012. May 21, 2012. Sept. 3, 2012. Ridge, Ill. 1950s July 25, 2012. mer president of the Villanova Rev. John J. Farrell, OSA, Alumni Association. Sister Rosemary Delaney ’73 Emile H. Sonet III, Esq., ’81 Daniel A. Schultz ’96 COE, MA, Sept. 10, 2012. VSB, Aug. 23, 2012. James M. Dean ’50 VSB, PhD, ’55 A&S, Oct. 5, 2012. Eugene J. O’Brien ’61 VSB, June 22, 2012. July 14, 2012. In Memoriam Joseph W. Myrtetus ’56 VSB, July 4, 2012. Joseph F. McNelis ’50 VSB, July 16, 2012. Joseph M. Noel ’62 A&S, 1940s July 27, 2012. Nicholas C. Pedano, DO, ’56 Aug. 1, 2012. Rev. Angus N. Carney, OSA, Joseph A. Quinn ’50 COE, A&S, July 13, 2012. Albert E. “Bert” Wareikis ’64 ’40 A&S, Sept. 13, 2012. July 26, 2012. Bertha H. Phillips ’56 CON, VSB, May 19, 2012. Joseph W. Parkin ’42 COE, Charles J. Loeper ’51 COE, July 13, 2012. Gerald J. Ziccardi ’64 MS, Jan. 25, 2010. March 1, 2012. March 18, 2012. Richard J. Scanlon, ’57 VSB, James F. Pike ’42 VSB, Anthony P. Pagliaro ’51 VSB, ’67 MA, Sept. 19, 2012. Clare Brosz ’65 MA, Aug. 26, 2011. Sept. 20, 2012. June 2, 2012. John P. “Jack” Duffy ’58 Bruno J. Talvacchia ’42 COE, Charles J. Pursley Jr. ’51 COE, COE, Aug. 9, 2012. Francis J. Marinko ’65 COE, Sept. 25, 2012. Aug. 29, 2012. Feb. 6, 2012. John P. Williams ’58 A&S, ’67 Raymond A. Hill ’43 COE, J. Gerald Geiling ’52 VSB, MA, Sept. 1, 2012. Reginald J. Wesberry ’66 MA, Aug. 24, 2012. Aug. 15, 2012. Sept. 22, 2012. Margaret M. “Margie” Callan Francis J. McGuinn ’44 COE, James F. Guthrie, MD, ’52 Hagan ’59 CON, Sept. 3, 2012. John M. Ruser ’66 VSB, Sept. 2012. A&S, June 8, 2012. Aug. 18, 2012. John J. “Spike” Dinneen ’59 John S. “Jack” McManus ’44 Daniel J. MacKell ’52 A&S, COE, July 5, 2012. Geraldine A. Fletcher ’67 COE, July 28, 2012. Aug. 22, 2012. A&S, Sept. 5, 2012. Charles L. Stead Sr. ’59 A&S, Charles R. Miranda ’44 COE, William I. McCloskey ’52 Aug. 4, 2012. Andrew S. Hall ’69 VSB, July 11, 2012. A&S, June 6, 2012. May 22, 2011.

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Wildcats football great and recently retired NFL superstar BRIAN Brian Westbrook ’01 VSB took time out from his new career as an Eagles analyst for Comcast SportsNet Philadelphia to WESTBROOK chat with Villanova Magazine.

Tell us about your charity, Brian’s blessings. Our goal is to build a community center that serves as a hub for athletics and schoolwork and is a place where kids can learn a trade so they can be successful in life. I’ve been blessed to have people to help me along the way. It would be disappointing if I didn’t give back.

Did Villanova inspire you to give back? Coach Andy Talley always told us: “It’s nice to be important, but more important to be nice.” Villanova compels you to do more and to find some way of giving back. Being involved with Special Olympics became a highlight of my time at Villanova.

How did Villanova shape your character? At Villanova, you are held to a higher standard. That builds character. Being around professors, coaches, students…your character develops into something better. There is a saying about the older you get, the more your parents know. It’s the same thing with education. The further you get from your school days, the more you realize how much you gained in college. My Villanova experience continues to help me to grow, and I appreciate it more and more.

How does being an alumnus make you feel? Very proud! When people ask me what college I attended and I say Villanova, some are surprised that student athletes—with the emphasis on students—come IT TAKES A TEAM TO WIN from here. It shows the high academic regard people hold Villanova in. Villanova has a tradition that you leave things better than you found them—a tradition of people like Brian Finneran and Howie Long. That tradi- tion is important to me. When I talk about Villanova, I say I enjoyed it, met great people and received the NOVA NATION TEAM CHALLENGE foundation I needed to be successful in life. SNAPSHOT What was your proudest Villanova moment? Winning the Payton Award my senior year. It was a Legendary running back Brian Westbrook’s philosophy The Villanova Athletic Fund is calling on Wildcat fans culmination of everything I’d learned about hard work, that hard work, dedication and self-discipline discipline, dedication, study—all those lessons from lead to success has served him on the gridiron to support their favorite team. family and coaches. It was a great feeling as an individ- and in philanthropy. ual award, but so many teammates, coaches, teachers WILDCATS CAREER and other people contributed to that success. Years: 1997-2001; Records at graduation: 41 school Make a minimum gift of $50 What was most rewarding about the NFL? records, 19 conference records, 5 NCAA records ($25 for young alumni: 2008-12) to help your favorite Villanova Being able to fulfill a lifetime dream. Any time that you Accomplishments: Walter Payton Award, first team get to the highest level of whatever you do, it’s reward- All-American honors (three seasons), jersey retired athletic program win a $10,000 gift. ing. It was a blessing and honor to do it for nine years. NFL CAREER Describe the transition to TV analyst. Seasons: 9; Eagles franchise records: Leader in total Gifts will be awarded to the programs with the highest percentage When I was playing, I focused on playing. I put every yards from scrimmage (9,785) and touches (1,734) minute into being successful. Now that I am in media, Accomplishments: Two-time Pro Bowl selection, 2007 increase in the number of overall donors and the highest percentage I put all my effort into becoming better at that craft. I NFL Alumni Running Back of the Year increase in dollars. am excited to have the opportunity to be on TV and To read more of Brian’s interview, visit use my Villanova education to explain the game and ignitechangegonova.com. express myself.  Make your gift at SupportVillanovaAthletics.com

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