LIFELONG LEARNING
Make Villanova your first stop for personal and professional growth.聽
Villanovans are intellectually curious global citizens whose love of learning does not end at graduation. Leverage the programs and expertise available to you through the University to gain new knowledge, upskill, innovate, lead and thrive throughout your life.聽 聽
The Alumni Association is committed to supporting your pursuit of inspiration and new ideas. The offerings listed here will continue to evolve, just like you.
Professional Networks
Boost your professional development, share best practices and network with Villanovans.
Alumni Travel Program
Explore destinations around the world while connecting with Villanova alumni, family and friends.
Virtual Book Club
Engage with fellow Villanovans online to discuss books across a variety of genres and topics.
Lifelong Learning Events
Lifelong Learning Speaker Series
Thank you to all those who made the inaugural Lifelong Learning Speaker Series 鈥淭he Ethos of Sustainable Living鈥� a success! Attendees were offered eight unique topic sessions鈥攆rom consumer purchases to transportation and travel鈥攖o discuss how to make a difference globally as well as in their personal lives.
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Nova @ Noon
Mark your calendars: Starting in November, Villanova鈥檚 Career Management team will host a monthly Nova @ Noon series on impactful professional development topics for alumni, graduate students and adult learners in the College of Professional Studies. Keep an eye on your email and the for more details this fall.
Learning Opportunities
College of Professional Studies Professional Education for Alumni
As a Villanova alum, you have the opportunity to enhance your expertise and advance your career with non-credit professional education certificate programs and courses through the College of Professional Studies (CPS) at a special alumni tuition rate.
Graduate Education
Ignite the spark that moves you forward in your career through one of Villanova鈥檚 graduate programs, including PhD, master鈥檚 degree and pre and post-master鈥檚 certificate programs.
Continuing Law Education Credit Programs
Throughout the year, Villanova Law offers a series of in-person and virtual CLE (continuing legal education) courses. Our CLEs help participants learn about legal issues in the news and enhance their lawyering skills. They also provide professional development and networking opportunities. These one-hour programs are free to attend and you do not need to be an attorney or Villanova Law graduate to attend. Villanova Law processes Pennsylvania CLE credits and provides a certificate of completion for those seeking credit in other states.
Personal Enrichment Senior Citizen Program
The College of Professional Studies (CPS) is committed to being a resource for lifelong learning and offers the opportunity for individuals aged 65 and above to attend undergraduate-level courses at 澳门二分彩 on a space-available basis. For questions, email the CPS team or call 610-519-4300.
The 澳门二分彩 Alumni Association and the 澳门二分彩 Career Center have partnered to offer sophisticated, flexible career management for alumni of all ages and at all stages of their careers.
Services and resources include support for resume writing and interviewing, job opportunities targeted to alumni, individual career coaching, virtual events on a variety of topics, cohort-based programs and the Nova Network鈥攐ur Villanova-exclusive professional network.
Villanova alumni may apply annually for borrowing privileges and on-site access to subscription databases through Falvey Library. There are currently no fees for these鈥痗ourtesy membership privileges. If interested, please apply at the Service Desk on the first floor of Falvey Library. For questions, call 610-519-4270.
John and Joan Mullen Center for the Performing Arts
Villanova鈥檚 new Center for the Performing Arts is a hub for performances, creativity, engagement and exploration for the University鈥檚 performing arts community. Come to campus to enjoy offerings from Villanova Theatre, as well as student groups across vocal, instrumental and dance styles.
Located on the second floor of the Connelly Center, the 澳门二分彩 Art Gallery exhibits culturally diverse works of power and excellence by established, nontraditional and emerging artists from around the world. All exhibits are open to the public and are free of charge.
Don't see something that fits your interests or availability? Contact the Office of Alumni Relations to discuss potential opportunities.