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New StudentOrientation
Summer 2020
What to Expect• Meet the Academic Programs team
• Overview of the University
• Overview of the College of Professional Studies
• Advising model & process
• Academic policies & procedures
• Technology resources
• Campus resources
• Best practices for virtual learning
Please use the chat box or “raise hand” functions for questions!
Academic Programs Contacts
Kirstin DeFusco Houtz, M.S.Associate Director, Advising
Olivia D’Aiutolo Mendenall, M.Ed.Academic AdvisorLast names A – M
Robyn DooleyAcademic AdvisorLast names N – Z
Susan LeightonDirector, Academic [email protected]
Maryjo SireciAssistant Director, Student Support Services
Welcome to Villanova!• Founded in 1842 by the Order of St.
Augustine• Veritas, Unitas, Caritas• Grounded in the liberal arts
• “The University community welcomes and respects members of all faithswho seek to nurture a concern for the common good and who share an enthusiasm for the challenge of responsible and productive citizenship in order to build a just and peaceful world.”
• Read the complete mission statement here.
U.S. News & World Report
Doctoral
#46 Ranked Nationally
11:1Student-to-Faculty Ratio
90%6-year Graduation Rate
Carnegie Classification
(High Research Activity)
33Fulbright Scholarships in 2019
Schools & Colleges
Professional Studies
Arts & Sciences
NursingBusiness
Engineering
Law
1953
1953
1842
1922
1905
2014
& the years of their founding
Villanova Students
10,848
3,161 6,516
822349
Undergraduate
Law
Graduate
Part-time/Other
As of Fall 2019
Total Enrollment
75% White/Caucasian
7% Hispanic/Latino
7% Asian American
5% African American/Black
2% Multiracial
2% International
2% Unknown/Other
<1% Native American
<1% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander
Racial, Ethnic, & Gender IdentitiesAs of Fall 2016
Female52%
Male48%
College of Professional Studies
MissionThe College of Professional Studies (CPS) provides an academically rigorous education to high achieving adults who are balancing educational and professional aspirations with life’s commitments.
Grounded in the Augustinian mission and core values of Veritas, Unitas, and Caritas, CPS celebrates the diversity and creativity of all members of our academic community, and seeks to inspire global citizenship, professional excellence, and lifelong learning.
CPS embodies Villanova’s enduring commitment to provide access to academic excellence, and offers premier, relevant, and innovative programs, taught by an engaging faculty of scholars and practitioners.
VisionWe strive to provide a purposeful, transformative, and results-driven education for students at all stages of their lives.
We are committed to a supportive and collaborative educational experience. We want our students to feel empowered and emboldened.
We will be a preeminent hub for innovative professional programming.
Our curriculum is designed to be focused, responsive, and nimble, drawing inspiration from evolving workforce and career trends.
Degree ProgramsAssociate of
Arts (AA) •N/A
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary
Studies (BIS)
•General Studies•Information Systems•Leadership•Organizational Development & Management•Public Service & Administration
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
•English*•History*•Leadership•Public Service & Administration
Bachelor of Science (BS) •Computer Science*
*Shared majors with the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Minors
LeadershipOrganizational Development & Management
Certificates
AccountancyInformation SystemsLeadershipPre-Health Professions
Combined Programs
BIS/MS in Human Resource Development• General Studies• Leadership• Organizational Development &
Management
BIS/MS in Software Engineering• Information Systems
Other Offerings
Advising Model“We understand the demands on our student population and first seek to meet them where they are in their journey. By doing so, our goal is to develop and nurture the total person to help students achieve their academic, personal, and professional aspirations.”
•Provide resources students need to lead their own journeys
•Recognize diversity with an individualized approach to each student
Student-Centered
•Easily book appointments online
•Flexible & convenient communication & procedures
Open Communication •Empower & embolden
•Academic, personal, & professional support
•Collaborate across campus to support students’ goals & needs
Holistic Growth
Academic Policies & Procedures• Use Calendly to book an appointment with your advisor
• Use our Forms & Policies website for actions including:• Change your major/minor• Add/drop courses• Change your name and/or address• Scholarship opportunities
Important Websites*
Academic StandingPolicy
Transfer CreditPolicy
* Click each icon to navigate to the website
StudentHandbook
AcademicCalendar**
** Click here for CPS’s specific academic calendar
UndergraduateCatalog
Academic Policies & Procedures (cont.)
• New Villanova students review and sign the Academic Integrity Pledge• academic integrity, n.: the process of maintaining honesty
about ideas and their sources, and avoiding behaviors such as cheating on tests, plagiarizing papers, falsifying data
• Aligns with our Augustinian values of truth, unity, and love
Meeting & communicating
with your advisor
Understanding VU’s academic
policies & procedures
Taking advantage of
available support
Academic Success
Technology
Technology (cont.)• UNIT tech support
• Call 610-519-7777• Falvey Library, main floor
• Wildcard• Dougherty Hall, 1st floor• Needed to enter campus facilities• Meal/debit options• Printing
• Parking Portal
• Villanova student email account• Most secure method of
communication• Add to your phone’s Mail app or
download Gmail• Phone apps to download
• Nova Safe• Nova Now• Blackboard
Department of Public SafetyPull out your phone!• Add these numbers to your
contacts
• Download the Nova Safe app
Sign up for Nova Alert• Text, phone, & email alerts
• Add parents, partners, etc.
Emergencies•On-campus: x9-4444•Off-campus: 610-519-4444
Non-emergencies•610-519-6979 (option #1)
Other services:Security escorts, campus patrols, anonymous crime reporting, vehicle jump-starts, lost & found
Resources Around (Virtual) Campus*Resource & Link How they can help:
Falvey Library Extensive online collections, live chat with librarians 9-5
Career Center Resumes & cover letters, major exploration, job searches, webinars, mentoring, internships
University Shop Textbooks & course materials, school supplies, VU swag
Counseling Center Telehealth video & phone appointments for personal & emotional concerns
Parking Office Watch the Parking Information tile in myNOVA & Wildcat Newswire for updates on 2020-2021 permits
Campus Ministry Virtual mass, prayer & advocacy resources, service opportunities
Office of Disability Services(ODS)
Work with various parts of campus to eliminate physical & educational barriers to success
Bursar Tuition invoices & payments, refunds, apply financial aid
Financial Assistance Application help, scholarships & grants, G.I. Bill benefits
* There are SO MANY. Your advisor will be able to direct you to everything you need!
Center for Access Success & Achievement (CASA)
Learners’ Studio Writing Center
Learning Support Services (LSS)Center for Speaking
& Presentation
Mathematics Learning Resource Center
Research Services
Learning Commons
Holistic support to underrepresented, first generation, Pell Eligible, and
scholarship students
1:1 tutoring to improve your
writing
Free 1:1 & group tutoring for 100+
courses
Accommodations for students with
disabilities
Services to maximize academic
potential for all students
Located within Falvey Library
Virtual Learning
Get organized
Practice time management
Actively participate in
lectures
Set a schedule Hold yourself accountable
Limit distractions
Dedicate a space for learning
Stay connected outside of
school
Leverage your network & resources
Give yourself a break
Ask for help
Set boundaries
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Q&AFeel free to unmute yourself now, or type your questions in the chat box!