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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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Anxiety Related to COVID Workshop Series @ Villa Maria College, Care Center/Zoom
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Oct 28 @ 11:15 am – 12:15 pm

This workshop is designed for students who are anxious about COVID and its impact on the world. This is an opportunity for students to learns skills that will build their resilience during difficult times. To join via Zoom: https://villa.zoom.us/j/97232911942

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Anxiety Related to COVID Workshop Series @ Villa Maria College, Care Center/Zoom
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Oct 28 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

This workshop is designed for students who are anxious about COVID and its impact on the world. This is an opportunity for students to learns skills that will build their resilience during difficult times. Join via Zoom: https://villa.zoom.us/j/94339745912

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Categories: Care Center
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Halloween HiJinx @ Villa Maria College, Dining Hall
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Oct 29 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Join us for a frightening good time! There will be prizes and giveaways with horrific good music, along with a costume contest. Tricks & Treats provided in the Dining Hall. Sponsored by the Office of Student Life.

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Video Game Design Club @ Villa Maria College, Main Building - Room 11
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Oct 30 @ 11:15 am – 12:15 pm

We will be play testing our games as well as discussing game design ideas and provide feedback. We will look into seeing what changes we apply to make our games better. Come by and play some of our created games and hang out!

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Information on COVID-19

Villa Maria College is monitoring the situation related to COVID-19 (commonly called coronavirus) and has taken many steps to prepare and respond if necessary. As the global outbreak of COVID-19 evolves, the most important thing for our college to do now is plan and prepare.

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Returning Safely to Campus for the Fall 2020 Semester

August is quickly approaching, and the College is excited to welcome all students, faculty and staff back to campus for the Fall 2020 semester. Villa Maria will begin the Fall 2020 semester as planned on August 31, and College leadership has spent the summer months preparing to ensure all students receive the same personalized, hands-on academic experience to which they are accustomed, in an environment that has been optimized for the safety of the entire College community.

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Ease the burden.

This is a confusing time for students who are applying to Colleges. Villa Maria College wants to make it easier to apply, be accepted, enroll and pay for College. We are announcing a new effort to ease the burden of going to College.

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#VillaisHome

We asked students, faculty, and alumni—all the people who call Villa Maria College home—to share videos of the ways Villa has shaped who they are and who they’ll become.

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See For Yourself

College isn’t about having it all figured out. It’s about figuring it out. At Villa, the possibilities for your collegiate experience are endless. Don’t limit yourself or your education. Check out our new video and learn more!

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Student Work Showcased in Virtual End-of-Year Shows

One of the biggest losses of the Spring 2020 semester is the cancellation of the in-person end-of-year shows that allow our students to showcase the work they created throughout the school year. All of their work is being showcased online. Click the button below to check it out!

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2020 Graduation Award Winners Named

Each year, Villa Maria College recognizes two members of its graduating class: one as the winner of the Blessed Mary Angela Student Award and the other as the winner of the Martin Wanamaker Spirit Award.

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Safety Measures for Fall Semester

Villa Maria College is pleased to announce that students will be able to return to campus for the Fall 2020 semester. The semester will begin as planned on August 31 with a rigorous set of health and safety measures in place.

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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

Photography Professors Laura Snyder and Michael Bosworth Display Work in Invitational Exhibit; Selected to Give Artist Talk at Exhibit Reception

 Photography Professors Laura Snyder and Michael Bosworth Display Work in Invitational Exhibit; Selected to Give Artist Talk at Exhibit Reception 150 150 Villa Maria College

The work of two of Villa Maria’s photography professors is on display in an Upstate New York invitational photography exhibition entitled “Continuing the Dialog: The State of Photography II.”   Michael Bosworth…

2020 Heritage Days Events Planned in Honor of The Felician Sisters

 2020 Heritage Days Events Planned in Honor of The Felician Sisters 150 150 Villa Maria College

Next week, Villa Maria College will celebrate Heritage Week — an annual series of event that commemorate those who inspired and founded the Felician Sisters. “Heritage Days is an opportunity…

U.S. News’ Top 2021 Best College Rankings Released; Villa Maria College Included Twice

 U.S. News’ Top 2021 Best College Rankings Released; Villa Maria College Included Twice 150 150 Villa Maria College

U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in education rankings, today unveiled the 2021 U.S. News Best Colleges. For the first time in the College’s 40-year history, Villa Maria…

Villa Maria College Pushes Fall Athletics to the Spring Semester in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic

 Villa Maria College Pushes Fall Athletics to the Spring Semester in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic 150 150 Villa Maria College

In response to ongoing health and safety concerns related to COVID-19, Villa Maria College has suspended all fall intercollegiate athletic competition until the spring 2021 semester. This includes men’s and…

Villa Maria Details Plans for Reopening, In-Person Classes for its Fall 2020 Semester

 Villa Maria Details Plans for Reopening, In-Person Classes for its Fall 2020 Semester 150 150 Villa Maria College

August is quickly approaching, and the College is excited to welcome all students, faculty and staff back to campus for the Fall 2020 semester.  Villa Maria will begin the Fall 2020 semester as planned on August 31, and College leadership has spent the summer months…

Junior Graphic Design Major Lindsay Neilson Wins AAF Buffalo’s Annual Portfolio Review 

 Junior Graphic Design Major Lindsay Neilson Wins AAF Buffalo’s Annual Portfolio Review  150 150 Villa Maria College

Earlier this summer, AAF Buffalo held its annual student portfolio review. The event, which was held online this year, gives current college students the opportunity to spend 20 minutes chatting with an advertising professional, asking questions…

Strongest Animation Projects Receive Faculty Awards 

 Strongest Animation Projects Receive Faculty Awards  150 150 Villa Maria College

Earlier this summer, Villa Maria’s Animation Department hosted its annual screening. In past years, animation students, faculty and staff, parents and friends and members of the community have gathered at…

New Safety Measures in Place in Anticipation of an In-Person Fall 2020 Semester

 New Safety Measures in Place in Anticipation of an In-Person Fall 2020 Semester 150 150 Villa Maria College

As Western New York begins to reopen in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, Villa Maria College is pleased to announce that students will be able to return to campus…

To the High School Class of 2020: Don’t Abandon College Plans

 To the High School Class of 2020: Don’t Abandon College Plans 150 150 Villa Maria College

Earlier this month, Villa Maria College President Dr. Matthew Giordano collaborated with a community-wide partnership to send an important message to the recent high school graduates: finish high school strong, and strive to fulfill your college plans this…

Villa Student Takes Top Spot in AAF Buffalo’s Don Nichols Scholarship Competition for the 6th Consecutive Year

 Villa Student Takes Top Spot in AAF Buffalo’s Don Nichols Scholarship Competition for the 6th Consecutive Year 150 150 Villa Maria College

Kelsey Sikora, a sophomore graphic design student at Villa Maria College, was named the first-place winner of the 2020 Don Nichols Scholarship Competition. Her win marks the sixth consecutive year…

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The CDC continues to encourage common-sense strategies for preventing the spread of communicable diseases. Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds!

The CDC continues to encourage common-sense strategies for preventing the spread of communicable diseases. Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds! ...

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Tricks and Treats will be provided in the Dining Hall this Thursday from 11am - 1pm! 🦇🎃 This event is sponsored by the Office of Student Life.⁠ ⁠ See you there! 👻

Tricks and Treats will be provided in the Dining Hall this Thursday from 11am - 1pm! 🦇🎃 This event is sponsored by the Office of Student Life.⁠
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Villa Maria College will continue to take any action necessary to help keep the College community healthy!

Villa Maria College will continue to take any action necessary to help keep the College community healthy! ...

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Bring your love for music and your passion for creating it to Villa Maria College, where you can customize your studies to showcase your unique talents and support your long-term career goals in our non-traditional music program! 🎵

Bring your love for music and your passion for creating it to Villa Maria College, where you can customize your studies to showcase your unique talents and support your long-term career goals in our non-traditional music program! 🎵 ...

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Do you think you’re the best at Mario Kart? If so, today's the day to prove it! 🏎️🏎️⁠ ⁠ #Linkin.bio for all the details!

Do you think you’re the best at Mario Kart? If so, today's the day to prove it! 🏎️🏎️⁠
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Ready to call Villa home? 🏚️⁠ ⁠ You may not know just where your education is going to take you, but we’re here to help you figure out what’s next!

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The Integrated Arts program at Villa offers a world of opportunity! You’ll also benefit from the Buffalo area’s rich artistic community which includes a variety of museums, galleries, and public art. 👩🏻‍🎨

The Integrated Arts program at Villa offers a world of opportunity! You’ll also benefit from the Buffalo area’s rich artistic community which includes a variety of museums, galleries, and public art. 👩🏻‍🎨 ...

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Whenever possible, please remember to keep at least 6 feet between you and all other people! The health and safety of our students, faculty and staff is our greatest concern.

Whenever possible, please remember to keep at least 6 feet between you and all other people! The health and safety of our students, faculty and staff is our greatest concern. ...

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All safety updates are shared with the College community via email, as well as publicly on social media and on villa.edu/coronavirus. ⁠ ⁠ We would like to thank our Villa family for their continued efforts!

All safety updates are shared with the College community via email, as well as publicly on social media and on villa.edu/coronavirus. ⁠
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Don’t limit yourself or your education. Take risks. Don’t be afraid to fail. We’ll be right there with you!⁠ ⁠ We're announcing a new effort to ease the burden of going to college. Learn more! 👇🏽

Don’t limit yourself or your education. Take risks. Don’t be afraid to fail. We’ll be right there with you!⁠
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A psychology degree can be useful to students pursuing careers in human services like law enforcement, mental health, research, or education. ⁠ ⁠ At Villa, you have the opportunity to double major in Psychology, minor in Psychology, or minor in Arts Therapy and Music Therapy!

A psychology degree can be useful to students pursuing careers in human services like law enforcement, mental health, research, or education. ⁠
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The Student Success Center provides student-centered planning to foster personal and academic growth. 📖 Linkin.bio for academic coaching, tutoring and mentoring options on campus!

The Student Success Center provides student-centered planning to foster personal and academic growth. 📖 Linkin.bio for academic coaching, tutoring and mentoring options on campus! ...

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This workshop is designed for students who are anxious about COVID and its impact on the world. Join us on Zoom every Wednesday this month!⁠ ⁠ #Linkin.bio for all the details.

This workshop is designed for students who are anxious about COVID and its impact on the world. Join us on Zoom every Wednesday this month!⁠
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Earlier this summer, Villa Maria’s #Animation Department hosted its annual screening of films and projects created throughout the 2019-2020 academic year. View all of the Animation Screening Award winners here! 🏆👇🏽

Earlier this summer, Villa Maria’s #Animation Department hosted its annual screening of films and projects created throughout the 2019-2020 academic year. View all of the Animation Screening Award winners here! 🏆👇🏽 ...

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The health and safety of our students, faculty and staff is the College’s paramount concern. Linkin.bio for the latest campus updates!

The health and safety of our students, faculty and staff is the College’s paramount concern. Linkin.bio for the latest campus updates! ...

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Our classes are conducted face to face on-campus and also have robust online supplements allowing for a flexible hybrid learning environment. ⁠ ⁠ The College will be fully prepared to shift to a fully online learning environment if circumstances require it.

Our classes are conducted face to face on-campus and also have robust online supplements allowing for a flexible hybrid learning environment. ⁠
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Mr. Phillip Lee is an outstanding graduate of our college and a recent grad from the University of Syracuse School of Law. ⁠ ⁠ Hear his talk on justice and peace in a time of turbulence and uncertainty on Thursday at 11:15am in the Auditorium!

Mr. Phillip Lee is an outstanding graduate of our college and a recent grad from the University of Syracuse School of Law. ⁠
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Isn't the Villa Maria College campus especially beautiful in the Fall? 🍁🍂

Isn't the Villa Maria College campus especially beautiful in the Fall? 🍁🍂 ...

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Succeed at Villa Maria College in our hybrid Business program designed specifically for adult learners! Villa’s supportive environment makes it possible for non-traditional students to excel both inside and outside of the classroom.⁠ ⁠ #flexiblebusiness #WNYcollege #VillaisWhere #VillaisHome #Business

Succeed at Villa Maria College in our hybrid Business program designed specifically for adult learners! Villa’s supportive environment makes it possible for non-traditional students to excel both inside and outside of the classroom.⁠
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Villa Maria College is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all members of the College community! Everyone who enters campus will be required to perform an in-person health screening.

Villa Maria College is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all members of the College community! Everyone who enters campus will be required to perform an in-person health screening. ...

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