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.
For more information, contact us today at (716) 961-1805
Halloween is here, so break out the costumes! Come dressed to scare or impress and get ready to celebrate Halloween with all of your friends! Activities, prizes, and giveaways are in store for all AND we will have live music courtesy of DJ Hassan!
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.
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.
Learn everything there is to know about becoming a Villa Viking during our Fall Open House! We’re welcoming prospective Vikings and their families to campus on Monday, November 11, 2019.
Villa Maria offers seven art programs that allow students to turn their creative outlet into a career path. Learn more about studying animation, digital filmmaking, fine arts, graphic design, integrated arts, interior design and photography at Art Program Night on Thursday, October 24, 2019.
Careers in the healthcare field are in high demand in Western New York. Villa Maria offers two programs that prepare students for these lucrative careers: Physical Therapist Assistant and Occupational Therapy Assistant. Learn more about these programs at Health Sciences Night on Wednesday, October 9, 2019.
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.
Richard Pinkowski Begins New Role as Vice President for Finance at Villa Maria Collegehttps://23utjd1o1lmcelzvx5xg0enp-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Villa Maria CollegeVilla Maria Collegehttps://23utjd1o1lmcelzvx5xg0enp-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg
On Monday, August 5, 2019, Richard Pinkowski began his role as vice president for finance at Villa Maria College. Pinkowski is a seasoned professional, who brings nearly 40 years of…
Villa Maria College Adds Five to its Athletics Staffhttps://23utjd1o1lmcelzvx5xg0enp-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Villa Maria CollegeVilla Maria Collegehttps://23utjd1o1lmcelzvx5xg0enp-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg
In preparation for the upcoming 2019-2020 season, Villa Maria College has announced five more additions to its athletics department’s administrative and coaching staff. The following individuals will help lead the…
Say Yes Buffalo Partnership to expand efforts to increase college completion rates for Buffalo public school graduateshttps://23utjd1o1lmcelzvx5xg0enp-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Villa Maria CollegeVilla Maria Collegehttps://23utjd1o1lmcelzvx5xg0enp-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg
Buffalo, NY (June 11, 2019) – The Say Yes Buffalo Partnership, a nationally renowned community collective centered on removing barriers to high school graduation, college access and completion is expanding…
Amanda Janosky Takes on Expanded Role as the Villa Vikings Director of Athleticshttps://23utjd1o1lmcelzvx5xg0enp-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Villa Maria CollegeVilla Maria Collegehttps://23utjd1o1lmcelzvx5xg0enp-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg
In addition to serving as the longstanding head women’s soccer coach, Amanda Janosky will now serve as the Director of Athletics for Villa Maria’s growing athletics program. “Amanda has a…
Interior Design Students Win Both Awards at 2019 IIDA NY Galahttps://23utjd1o1lmcelzvx5xg0enp-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Villa Maria CollegeVilla Maria Collegehttps://23utjd1o1lmcelzvx5xg0enp-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg
Just before the conclusion of the 2018-2019 academic year, two interior design students added an additional award to their resumes. Angela Cerroni, ’22, and Briana Chriss, ’19, were awarded first…
Dr. Ryan Hartnett Named Vice President for Academic Affairshttps://23utjd1o1lmcelzvx5xg0enp-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Villa Maria CollegeVilla Maria Collegehttps://23utjd1o1lmcelzvx5xg0enp-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg
At the end of March, Dr. Ryan Hartnett was appointed Villa Maria College’s vice president for academic affairs. He has served as VPAA in an interim capacity since July 2018.…
Graphic Design Students Sweep AAF’s Annual Don Nichols Scholarship Competitionhttps://23utjd1o1lmcelzvx5xg0enp-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Villa Maria CollegeVilla Maria Collegehttps://23utjd1o1lmcelzvx5xg0enp-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg
AAF Buffalo announced the winners of its annual Don Nichols Scholarship Competition last week. Three of Villa’s graphic design students were awarded first, second and third place and three more…
Commencement Speakers Named as Villa Maria College Prepares to Graduate its Largest Class in Over a Decadehttps://23utjd1o1lmcelzvx5xg0enp-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Villa Maria CollegeVilla Maria Collegehttps://23utjd1o1lmcelzvx5xg0enp-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg
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 Househttps://23utjd1o1lmcelzvx5xg0enp-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Villa Maria CollegeVilla Maria Collegehttps://23utjd1o1lmcelzvx5xg0enp-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg
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 Convocationhttps://23utjd1o1lmcelzvx5xg0enp-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Villa Maria CollegeVilla Maria Collegehttps://23utjd1o1lmcelzvx5xg0enp-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg
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.…
It wouldn’t be summer if Professor Walp didn’t have a hands-on art project to wrap up! ☀️
Here he is manually laying the bricks for a walkway honoring Sr. Marcella Garus, Villa’s immediate past president. 🤲🏼
The walkway is just days away from completion, and will include a brick that symbolizes each of the College’s core values. It will certainly be a peaceful place for all members of the Villa Community to take a moment and reflect on what we stand for and how we can each live out Villa Maria’s mission. 👍🏽
Also pictured in Villa’s maintenance man extraordinary, John, who will put the finishing touches on this area by planting the same flowers he’s used to make the rest of the campus look so beautiful! 💐
It wouldn’t be summer if Professor Walp didn’t have a hands-on art project to wrap up! ☀️ Here he is manually laying the bricks for a walkway honoring Sr. Marcella Garus, Villa’s immediate past president. 🤲🏼 The walkway is just days away from completion, and will include a brick that symbolizes each of the College’s core values. It will certainly be a peaceful place for all members of the Villa Community to take a moment and reflect on what we stand for and how we can each live out Villa Maria’s mission. 👍🏽 Also pictured in Villa’s maintenance man extraordinary, John, who will put the finishing touches on this area by planting the same flowers he’s used to make the rest of the campus look so beautiful! 💐...
Channel 7 News, @wkbw, swung by campus today for their story on preparing for college financially. But it wasn’t the sound advice of President Giordano or VP Dr. Hartnett that stole the show, it was senior Lori D’Addario-Barr! As a digital filmmaking major, Lori spends most of her time behind the camera, but she’s clearly pretty great at being in front of it, too! 🌟⭐️🌟
Channel 7 News, @wkbw, swung by campus today for their story on preparing for college financially. But it wasn’t the sound advice of President Giordano or VP Dr. Hartnett that stole the show, it was senior Lori D’Addario-Barr! As a digital filmmaking major, Lori spends most of her time behind the camera, but she’s clearly pretty great at being in front of it, too! 🌟⭐️🌟...
Digital Media and Communication student Ben is getting his internship hours squared away this summer at @jackson.parkerpr. Looks like he’s got a corner cube with a view! Not bad for a summer intern!
#Repost @jackson.parkerpr with @get_repost
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The work that goes into telling the visual story - creativity, dedication and the ability to imagine the bigger picture @villamariacollegebuf. #digital #jacksonparkercommunications #prlife #summer2019
Digital Media and Communication student Ben is getting his internship hours squared away this summer at @jackson.parkerpr. Looks like he’s got a corner cube with a view! Not bad for a summer intern! #Repost @jackson.parkerpr with @get_repost ・・・ The work that goes into telling the visual story - creativity, dedication and the ability to imagine the bigger picture @villamariacollegebuf. #digital #jacksonparkercommunications #prlife #summer2019...
We welcomed some furry friends to campus this week as part of a documentary on rescue dogs being filmed by @fureverusa. 🐕
We tried to recruit them to enroll in our FUR-tography program; turns out they’re perfectly content sleeping & eating most of the day. 🤷🏽♀️📸
Students, come back soon! These pups may be cute but you’re much more ambitious. 💻📆📚
We welcomed some furry friends to campus this week as part of a documentary on rescue dogs being filmed by @fureverusa. 🐕 We tried to recruit them to enroll in our FUR-tography program; turns out they’re perfectly content sleeping & eating most of the day. 🤷🏽♀️📸 Students, come back soon! These pups may be cute but you’re much more ambitious. 💻📆📚...
Villa is excited, proud and about a hundred other adjectives to continue its partnership with @sayyesbuffalo, an organization that works tirelessly to make a college education attainable for Buffalo high school students.
Thanks to the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation’s generous support of Say Yes Buffalo, Villa will be able to provide its students with more of the support services that make it possible for our students to overcome common challenges and earn their degrees.
Nyles Moore, a Say Yes Scholarship recipient, spoke at today’s press conference. He shared some of the hardships he’s overcome, what he plans to do after graduation in May 2020 and how Say Yes has will help him cross the finish line. Stay tuned — big things are coming from Nyles, Say Yes and Villa Maria!
Villa is excited, proud and about a hundred other adjectives to continue its partnership with @sayyesbuffalo, an organization that works tirelessly to make a college education attainable for Buffalo high school students. Thanks to the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation’s generous support of Say Yes Buffalo, Villa will be able to provide its students with more of the support services that make it possible for our students to overcome common challenges and earn their degrees. Nyles Moore, a Say Yes Scholarship recipient, spoke at today’s press conference. He shared some of the hardships he’s overcome, what he plans to do after graduation in May 2020 and how Say Yes has will help him cross the finish line. Stay tuned — big things are coming from Nyles, Say Yes and Villa Maria!...
Campus has been quiet after a busy year, except for this little area on the first floor of Felician Hall.
Since the semester ended in May, the PTA lounge has been full of graduates preparing to take their licensure exam. They’ve been reviewing with their professors, encouraging each other and working hard while most others enjoyed summer.This morning, it’s empty because they’ve left to take their exams. We wish them all luck in the world — not that they need it. You only need luck when you haven’t done the work, and you guys, the PTA Class of 2019 have done the work. We’re rooting for you, this morning and always!
Campus has been quiet after a busy year, except for this little area on the first floor of Felician Hall. Since the semester ended in May, the PTA lounge has been full of graduates preparing to take their licensure exam. They’ve been reviewing with their professors, encouraging each other and working hard while most others enjoyed summer. This morning, it’s empty because they’ve left to take their exams. We wish them all luck in the world — not that they need it. You only need luck when you haven’t done the work, and you guys, the PTA Class of 2019 have done the work. We’re rooting for you, this morning and always!...
Where exactly does talent take you, you ask? A fair question, especially if you’re new to life #atVilla.
It took this crew of students to a little place called Europe, where they spent a few weeks traveling throughout Spain and Portugal.
The experience was strictly education and they did not have any fun. Food, weather and salsa dance lessons were awful. Scroll for the evidence. 🛫💃🏽🍽
Where exactly does talent take you, you ask? A fair question, especially if you’re new to life #atVilla. It took this crew of students to a little place called Europe, where they spent a few weeks traveling throughout Spain and Portugal. The experience was strictly education and they did not have any fun. Food, weather and salsa dance lessons were awful. Scroll for the evidence. 🛫💃🏽🍽...
What’s a break again?
These dedicated art students are using the summer months to take their Public Art class. For this session, they are transforming the new fine art space in Felician Hall by painting a Villa-themed mural on one of the walls.
The bold colors match the stained glass windows that are already in the room, and the skinny panels in the mural incorporate the patterns found in the glass (zoom in to see!).
In time, this group will pass the brushes to other art students #atVilla to help cover all the walls in this area.
What’s a break again? These dedicated art students are using the summer months to take their Public Art class. For this session, they are transforming the new fine art space in Felician Hall by painting a Villa-themed mural on one of the walls. The bold colors match the stained glass windows that are already in the room, and the skinny panels in the mural incorporate the patterns found in the glass (zoom in to see!). In time, this group will pass the brushes to other art students #atVilla to help cover all the walls in this area....
The 2018-2019 Villa Vibe staff ‼️
This group bent over backwards and faced some seriously real-world roadblocks to get out the latest edition of the College’s newspaper, The Villa Vibe.
Their literary efforts bring the campus community together by sharing stories that promote awareness, positivity and inclusion.
We’re not even done combing through this issue, and we already just can’t wait for the next one! 📰🗞📰
The 2018-2019 Villa Vibe staff ‼️ This group bent over backwards and faced some seriously real-world roadblocks to get out the latest edition of the College’s newspaper, The Villa Vibe. Their literary efforts bring the campus community together by sharing stories that promote awareness, positivity and inclusion. We’re not even done combing through this issue, and we already just can’t wait for the next one! 📰🗞📰...
A Villa interior design crew looking good after accepting a handful of awards at last month’s IIDA Buffalo Awards Gala.
From left to right: Alumni Kristin Ertel and Laura Wax of L2K Design, Alum Todd Piotrowski of Carmina Wood, current students Angela Cerroni and Bridget Schilitz, and Professor Sandra Reicis.
A Villa interior design crew looking good after accepting a handful of awards at last month’s IIDA Buffalo Awards Gala. From left to right: Alumni Kristin Ertel and Laura Wax of L2K Design, Alum Todd Piotrowski of Carmina Wood, current students Angela Cerroni and Bridget Schilitz, and Professor Sandra Reicis. ...
The academic year is over, but these graphic design projects withstand the test of time.
Can you figure out the phrases represented in these object typography projects? They were created by students enrolled in the advanced typography class #atVilla.
The academic year is over, but these graphic design projects withstand the test of time. Can you figure out the phrases represented in these object typography projects? They were created by students enrolled in the advanced typography class #atVilla. ...
We celebrated Commencement and Summer all in one day. Both were awesome. We’re confident our grads will impress us in the near future. We’re not sure the same can be said of the weather. 🎓☀️
We celebrated Commencement and Summer all in one day. Both were awesome. We’re confident our grads will impress us in the near future. We’re not sure the same can be said of the weather. 🎓☀️...
Our Junior and Senior Animators hopped on the stage after yesterday’s Animation Showcase for a well deserved photo op after their films screened at Shea’s Smith Theatre.
This event marks the official completion of the BFA program for seniors, and put the juniors officially on deck. Also pictured are some of this year’s award winners with Professors Hanson and Werner.
Our Junior and Senior Animators hopped on the stage after yesterday’s Animation Showcase for a well deserved photo op after their films screened at Shea’s Smith Theatre. This event marks the official completion of the BFA program for seniors, and put the juniors officially on deck. Also pictured are some of this year’s award winners with Professors Hanson and Werner....
Sorry not sorry about the onslaught of Commencement pictures coming your way over the next few days!
Starting now, with this photo of this year’s student award winners: Molly Sheehan (left) and Alex Snow (right). Molly was awarded the Blessed Mary Angela Award and Alex took home the Martin Wanamaker Spirit Award. Both delivered heartfelt and entertaining speeches today (shoutout to Alex’s cats 😺) and will leave a lasting mark on the College. Best wishes, you two! 🎓
Sorry not sorry about the onslaught of Commencement pictures coming your way over the next few days! Starting now, with this photo of this year’s student award winners: Molly Sheehan (left) and Alex Snow (right). Molly was awarded the Blessed Mary Angela Award and Alex took home the Martin Wanamaker Spirit Award. Both delivered heartfelt and entertaining speeches today (shoutout to Alex’s cats 😺) and will leave a lasting mark on the College. Best wishes, you two! 🎓...
Commencement is always a big deal #atVilla but this year is extra special because we graduate the very first Digital Media and Communication majors.
These students officially completed the program today when they presented their senior projects in the M&T Conference Room. Pictured is Nina Cray, who came to Villa from a small town in Iowa. She talked the crowd through the narrative arc of her 13-minute film, The Halfness Project, which explores the viewpoints of multi-racial individuals on racism in this area.
Commencement is always a big deal #atVilla but this year is extra special because we graduate the very first Digital Media and Communication majors. These students officially completed the program today when they presented their senior projects in the M&T Conference Room. Pictured is Nina Cray, who came to Villa from a small town in Iowa. She talked the crowd through the narrative arc of her 13-minute film, The Halfness Project, which explores the viewpoints of multi-racial individuals on racism in this area....
