Villanova University facts for kids
| Latin: Universitas Villanovana | |
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Former names
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Augustinian College of Villanova (1842-1953) |
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| Motto | Veritas, Unitas, Caritas (Latin) |
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Motto in English
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Truth, Unity, Charity |
| Type | Private |
| Established | 1842 |
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Religious affiliation
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Roman Catholic (Augustinian) |
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Academic affiliations
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ACCU, ASEA NAICU, PCRC |
| Endowment | $766.9 million (2019) |
| President | Peter M. Donohue |
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Academic staff
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545 |
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Administrative staff
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2,000 |
| Students | 10,842 (Fall 2016) |
| Undergraduates | 6,500 |
| Postgraduates | 3,500 |
| Location |
,
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United States
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| Campus | Suburban 260 acres (110 ha) |
| Colors | Blue and White |
| Nickname | Wildcats |
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Sporting affiliations
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NCAA Division I – Big East, Big 5, CAA |
| Mascot | Will D. Cat (current), Count Villan (former) |
The Villanova University is a private university in Villanova, Pennsylvania. The university has about 9,535 students. It was founded in 1842. The current president of the university is Rev. Peter M. Donohue, O.S.A. .
Sports
The athletics teams of the university are called the Wildcats. They have 24 varsity teams, most of which compete in the Big East Conference. The football team plays in the Colonial Athletic Association, and the women's rowing team is a member of the American Athletic Conference.
Images for kids
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Villanova College in 1849
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Corr Hall from The Grotto
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St. Thomas of Villanova Church, on the Villanova University campus
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A panoramic view of the Main Campus in early spring
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St. Thomas of Villanova Monastery
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The Special Olympics Torch Arrives at the Quad of Villanova University in November 2018
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Championship parade in Center City, Philadelphia on April 5, 2018
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The old wing of the Falvey Library
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Alumni Hall, the oldest building on campus
See also
In Spanish: Universidad Villanova para niños
