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Villa is a small, private, catholic college that offers a variety of bachelors and associate degrees in a supportive, student-centered environment.

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What Villa’s All About

Villa Maria College is a private, co-educational, Catholic college providing students with the premier student-centered experience in Western New York. Students learn and grow with a culturally diverse population that lives its ideals of truth, charity, and unity.

With a variety of academic programs, our real strength lies in our studio-based education, a 8:1 student to faculty ratio, and educators who bring their real world experience into the classroom. Our faculty consists of working artists, animators, musicians, writers and designers who all place a heavy emphasis on teaching students how to use their talents in real world experiences.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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55th Commencement @ Villa Maria College
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May 19 all-day

Villa Maria College will celebrate the Class of 2019 at during its 55th Commencement ceremony on May 19, 2019.

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Junior-Senior Animation Screening @ Shea's Smith Theatre
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May 20 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Join our junior and senior animation students for a showcase of the work they’ve created this year. The screening takes place at 2 PM, and a reception will immediately follow.

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Categories: Animation
Cheerleading Assessment Day @ Villa Maria College, Athletic Center
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May 20 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Interested in being a Villa Viking Cheerleader in the Fall 2019 semester? Come to this event to meet our coaches and complete a skills assessment for placement on the team! Please contact Ashley Wiseman and Brittany Vitez with any questions, awiseman@villa.edu and bvitez@villa.edu.

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Weekly Mass @ Villa Maria College, Chapel
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May 22 @ 12:00 pm – 12:25 pm

Please join us to celebrate weekly Mass in our college chapel each Wednesday from 12:00 to 12:25 pm

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Categories: Campus Ministry
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Villa Maria College Board of Trustees Appoints Fourth President

Board of Trustees Chairperson Catherine Grantier Cooley announced on March 5, 2019 that Dr. Matthew Giordano has been named the fourth president of Villa Maria College.

Giordano will succeed Sister Marcella Marie Garus, C.S.S.F., who announced her retirement in March 2018 after serving as president for 40 years.  Giordano’s permanent service will begin immediately.

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The League You've Been Looking For

Beginning immediately, students at Villa Maria College can participate in College-sponsored eSports, a competitive gaming league in which students form teams and compete against other colleges and universities. The College is now actively recruiting new students to join the eSports program and is offering scholarships for those interested in gaming at Villa.

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Study Game Design and Computer Software Development at Villa!

Villa Maria is now enrolling students in the region’s only Game Design BFA program and a highly in-demand Computer Software Development BS program.

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Accepted Student Day at Villa

If you’ve been accepted into Villa Maria College, this day is for you! Visit our campus and get a taste of what life as a Villa Viking is like. You’ll get to know the incoming class, enjoy lunch, meet your program faculty and the service providers that will be here support you throughout your Viking Voyage.

Villa Maria College is hosting Accepted Student Day on Tuesday, May 21, 2019 from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

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Register for Summer Classes Now!

Villa Maria is now enrolling students in classes for the Summer 2019 semester. Learn more about the classes being offered and how you can make the most of your summer by earning credit by following the link below. The college is offering a special summer tuition price of $200/credit hour plus any applicable course fees!

Registration for the Summer 2019 semester is open now through May 23, 2019!

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End of the Year Events at Villa!

With so much to celebrate at the end of another academic year, it’s hard to keep track of all of the events that are taking place. Below is a list of some of those events, which take place both on and off-campus, showcasing the talented work of Villa’s students and faculty.

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Commencement 2019!

This year’s Commencement will take place on Sunday, May 19, 2019, but there are a lot of exciting events coming up before then.

Get all the information you need to be prepared for everything coming up in celebration of our soon-to-be graduates.

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What We’re Known For

Villa Maria College offers a number of signature programs that emphasize applied skills and internships in a nurturing and supportive environment designed to help you be successful.

Art & Design

Develop a portfolio that showcases the creative, storytelling, and communication skills important in today’s visual culture.

Health Sciences

Get the practical skills necessary to help people. Study in our physical therapist assistant, occupational therapy assistant or psychology programs.

Music Industry

Dig into the technological, creative, and business aspects of audio production and recording with our award-winning faculty.

Student Success

From mentoring, to specialized advising and free tutoring, your success is our priority. The faculty and staff at Villa go above and beyond to help you meet your goals.

Business

Our experienced faculty will teach you management and marketing tools, and how they can be successfully applied in a real-life setting.

Digital Media & Filmmaking

Gain a variety of skills necessary to thrive in the digital era by studying Digital Filmmaking or Digital Media and Communication.

Achieve Program

Specialized services for students with learning differences to help them transition smoothly into college and find their path to success.

Athletics

Our dedicated student-athletes from 8 different teams are committed to proudly representing the Villa Vikings in sport and academically in the classroom.

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Recent News

Commencement Speakers Named as Villa Maria College Prepares to Graduate its Largest Class in Over a Decade

 Commencement Speakers Named as Villa Maria College Prepares to Graduate its Largest Class in Over a Decade 150 150 Villa Maria College

On Sunday, May 19, 2019 Villa Maria College will graduate 115 students; its largest class in recent history. A total of 115 students will receive degrees in animation, business, graphic…

Interior Design Student Work Shines in 2019 Decorators’ Show House

 Interior Design Student Work Shines in 2019 Decorators’ Show House 150 150 Villa Maria College

Last week, a group of 14 Villa Maria interior design students put the finishing touches on a project that’s been in the work for over a year. In October 2018,…

Academic Accomplishments Celebrated at 2019 Honors Convocation

 Academic Accomplishments Celebrated at 2019 Honors Convocation 150 150 Villa Maria College

Ryan Weatherbee, ’19, poses with Professor Joyce Kessel. As each semester comes to an end, the College community gathers to recognize the academic accomplishments of our students at Honors Convocation.…

Kelly Jane Styslowsky Announced Opening of “Abandoned Beauty,” One-Night Art Exhibition and Reception

 Kelly Jane Styslowsky Announced Opening of “Abandoned Beauty,” One-Night Art Exhibition and Reception 150 150 Villa Maria College

Kelly Jane Styslowsky announced today that she will host a solo exhibition entitled “Abandoned Beauty.” The exhibit will run for one night only and will be held on Friday, May…

Student Success Team Presents at Writing Center Conference

 Student Success Team Presents at Writing Center Conference 150 150 Villa Maria College

For the second time, representatives from Villa Maria’s Student Success Center presented at the Writing Center Conference at Houghton College. Although small, this conference provides a valuable platform for members…

Adjunct Instructor of Animation Valery Amborski Recognized in Buffalo Business First’s 2019 30 Under 30

 Adjunct Instructor of Animation Valery Amborski Recognized in Buffalo Business First’s 2019 30 Under 30 150 150 Villa Maria College

This week, Buffalo Business First announced its annual 30 Under 30 winners, and Valery Amborski, an adjunct instructor of animation is included on the list. Amborski was selected out of…

Forgotten Beauty, an exhibition by Stephanie Kaempf Opens at Starlight Studios

 Forgotten Beauty, an exhibition by Stephanie Kaempf Opens at Starlight Studios 150 150 Villa Maria College

Stephanie Kaempf, a senior photography major, announced the opening of her photography exhibition, “Forgotten Beauty.” The exhibit opens on Wednesday, April 17 and runs through Friday, May 3, 2019. An…

End of Year Happenings at Villa

 End of Year Happenings at Villa 150 150 Villa Maria College

With so much to celebrate at the end of another academic year, it’s hard to keep track of all of the events that are taking place. Below is a list…

New Flexible Business Program Allows Non-Traditional Students to Earn a Bachelor’s Degree from Villa Maria College in 3 Years

 New Flexible Business Program Allows Non-Traditional Students to Earn a Bachelor’s Degree from Villa Maria College in 3 Years 150 150 Villa Maria College

A major deterrent for any non-traditional student considering earning a degree is balancing academic requirements with additional responsibilities, like raising a family or holding down a full-time job. Villa Maria’s…

Save a quarter, save a life: WNY residents gather to pack meals for starving children around the world

 Save a quarter, save a life: WNY residents gather to pack meals for starving children around the world 150 150 Villa Maria College

For the eighth year in a row, Villa Maria College will host “Feed My Starving Children” food packing sessions to help fight hunger worldwide. This year, the event will be…

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