NEWS AND EVENTS
NEWS
Annual Mass and Awards Recognize Outstanding Alumni
The M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing held its 34th Annual Alumni Mass and Awards Ceremony on Thursday, May 1, 2025, in the St. Thomas of Villanova Church.
Ann Scheve, MS, RN, ’80 FCN, Expands Scholarship Support With $1M Gift
Ann Scheve, MS, RN, ’80 FCN, a dedicated member of the Villanova community for decades as a faculty member and an alumna of the M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing, has made a $1 million gift to the Villanova Wildcat Undergraduate Endowed Nursing Scholarship.
Villanova Nursing’s Endowed Faculty Positions Drive Innovation and Excellence
The M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing (FCN) continues to distinguish itself as a premier destination for elite nursing scholars. Through strategic cultivation of recognized nursing leaders in its faculty and as holders of its endowed positions, Villanova Nursing attracts groundbreaking, innovative researchers who are deeply committed teachers.
PhD Student Research Reveals Impact of Secondary Traumatic Stress in Nursing
PhD students Maggie Runyon and Kristen Oakley are exploring Secondary Traumatic Stress (STS), the negative physical or psychological effects that can occur to nurses following exposure to a patient who has undergone a stressful traumatic event, and the impact it has on both nurses and pre-licensure nursing students.
From Patient Care to AI Pioneers: Nursing Students Explore Career Possibilities in Silicon Valley
Three Nursing students enriched their understanding of global innovation, technology and entrepreneurship during Villanova in the Valley, a weeklong immersion experience in Silicon Valley and San Francisco.
EVENTS
34th Annual Mass and Alumni Awards Ceremony
Thursday, May 1, 2025
The Fitzpatrick College of Nursing Medallion is the highest award bestowed by the College and is awarded each year at the Annual Mass and Alumni Awards Ceremony.