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"Betelgeuse, to put it most politely, burped." Star-gazer and Professor of Astronomy & Astrophysics Dr. Ed Guinan was among the first to notice that Betelgeuse, a star in the constellation of Orion, was dimming. Read on to find out what Dr. Guinan suspects is going on with the red giant now.

Happy Father's Day to the Villanova community!

Today, the country welcomes a Villanovan as the next First Lady of the United States. Dr. Jill Biden graduated with a Master’s of Arts in English in 1991 from Villanova University and joins new President (Joe Biden) at the White House.

As we remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., his words on campus in 1965 hold true: Love is understanding, creative good will for all. It is a demanding love, a love that demands justice.

Villanova University has selected award-winning playwright and dramatist Hannah Khalil as the 2021 Charles A. Heimbold Jr. Chair of Irish Studies.

A message from University President the Rev. Peter M. Donohue, OSA: Wednesday, January 6, 2021, was a day that this country and the world will not soon forget. It came six days into a new year in which we had been anticipating a new beginninga time to begin controlling the pandemic, to end a contentious national election, and to gradually restore a living environment that all of us have missed. On multiple levels, Wednesday’s events in and around the US Capitol have been di...fficult to process. I have found myself vacillating between anger, disbelief and frustration with some of our leaders, with the manipulation of facts and with the blatant choice of self over the common good. Villanova University and all higher education institutions have a responsibility to ensure that our democracy is protected and strengthened for the benefit of all citizens and those who seek acceptance. Villanova University struggles and strives to embody truth. As a community, let us protect truth and be united in that pursuit. Let us pledge respect for one another’s differences, and let us persevere in developing a community of equity, inclusion and acceptance. Villanova’s mission, Veritas, Unitas, Caritas, is fundamental in educating and creating citizens who are dedicated to advancing the common good, not dismantling it. In this new year and as we approach a new semester, let us move forwarddedicated anew to the values that define us as a community. And let us pray that those values guide us in the days, weeks, months and years to come. https://www1.villanova.edu//sp/messagejanuary20203111.html

Villanova University announces that its Board of Trustees has elected Justin G. Gmelich ’90 VSB as its chairperson. The Board has also announced additional changes to its leadership and five new members.

As the calendar flips to a new year, we wish the entire Villanova community a happy start to 2021 and we look forward to the upcoming Spring semester!

Don't miss the 32nd Annual Special Olympics Virtual Fall Fest this weekend, Friday, Nov. 6 through Sunday Nov. 8. Visit the event website for schedules and follow Villanova Special Olympics throughout the weekend! https://www.virtualfallfest.org/

When the global COVID-19 pandemic upended life in the spring, Villanovans quickly pivoted, applying their signature academic prowess and resourcefulness to make innovative contributions. Learn more from the 2019-20 President's Report:

Villanova University’s 2019-20 President’s Report is now available online. These months of upheaval and anxiety have created challenges but also have provided many opportunities to reflect on and appreciate how special the Villanova community is. University President Rev. Peter M. Donohue, OSA, PhD

A team from the Villanova University M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing has received a multi-million dollar grant for research on traumatic brain injuries, potentially helping over 5 million veteran and civilian families.

This summer, Villanova University announced Aequitas: The Presidential Task Force on Race. As we mourn the loss of Walter Wallace, Jr. and reflect on the state of race relations, we come to you with an update on the critical work of this group.

Thank you to all those who supported Villanova on our best 1842 Day yet. Your impact will last for years to come!

Villanova University has announced an interdisciplinary initiative aimed at examining the issues of poverty and inequality.

Villanova University has announced a new partnership to expand higher education opportunities and access for military veterans.

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, which concludes this week, this resource from Falvey Memorial Library offers a list of books from Latinx authors that recognize their unique cultural experiences.

Villanova alumna, trustee and former Rhodes Scholar Nnenna Lynch was elected co-president of the American Association of Rhodes Scholars (AARS). A woman had never before served as AARS President, in the organization's 100+ year history.

Villanova Professor Brett Frischmann receives National Science Foundation grant for leading a research coordination network.

In honor of Indigenous Peoples’ Day today, we invite you to engage with Villanova’s Lepage Center for History in the Public Interest in exploring the growing movement to recognize the cultural and historical impact of Indigenous Peoples as part of a six-month series of events.

Have questions about how to register to vote as a student? Are you registered but not sure how to have your voice heard this year? The team behind our #LetsVoteNova campaign has the answers to these and other important frequently asked questions:

Teaching outdoors became an exciting opportunity for biology professor Adam Langley, PhD. His classes are now performing experiments in an outdoor lab to study the environment around us.