Villa is a small, private, catholic college that offers a variety of bachelors and associate degrees in a supportive, student-centered environment.
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 the last exhibition of the the fall semester and 2018, our integrated art students will display their pre-thesis work in the gallery. The details for an opening reception will be announced soon; the exhibit runs through December 7, 2018. A group of Villa alum will reunite in the recital hall to perform for current students, faculty, staff and other members of the College Community. Alumni performers include Damone Jackson, Brian DeJesus, Ralph De Marco, and Eric DeJesus. Villa Maria College will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 21, Thursday, Nov. 22, Friday, Nov. 23, Saturday, Nov. 24 and Sunday, Nov. 25 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Normal building hours resume on Monday, Nov. 26. Villa’s Interim President, Dr. Matthew Giordano, is holding four open sessions to give the College community more opportunities to discuss enrollment, budgets, strategic planning and anything else on people’s minds. Any faculty, staff, or Board member is welcome to attend as few or as many as he or she would like. Dr. Giordano has some issues he will address at these sessions, but there will be no agenda. Attendees will be able to ask Dr. Giordano questions, offer ideas, and share concerns. Nov 2 Fri Art Gallery Exhibit: Integrated Arts Pre-Thesis Exhibit @ Villa Maria College, Paul William Beltz Family Art Gallery Nov 2 – Dec 7 all-day Nov 20 Tue M&T Concert Series: Alumni Ensemble @ Villa Maria College, Recital Hall Nov 20 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Nov 21 Wed Nov 26 Mon Open Session with Dr. Giordano @ Villa Maria College, President's Dining Hall Nov 26 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Subscribe
After 50 years of ongoing service to Villa Maria College and its thousands of students, faculty, and alumni, Sister Marcella Marie Garus has announced her upcoming retirement, effective June 2018. A Buffalo native, Sister Marcella served for 40 years as Villa Maria College president, making her one of the longest-tenured presidents of a higher education institution both in both Western New York and across North America.
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Board of Trustees Chairperson Catherine Grantier Cooley announced on May 29, 2018 that Dr. Matthew Giordano has been named interim 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 will begin service effective July 1st and remain until the permanent appointment of the College’s 4th president can be named.
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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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Spring Classes start January 14 and there’s still time to apply. Learn how Villa Maria’s 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio and studio-based classrooms will help you to take your talent further.
Learn MoreVilla 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.
Develop a portfolio that showcases the creative, storytelling, and communication skills important in today’s visual culture.
Get the practical skills necessary to help people. Study in our physical therapist assistant, occupational therapy assistant or psychology programs.
Dig into the technological, creative, and business aspects of audio production and recording with our award-winning faculty.
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.
Our experienced faculty will teach you management and marketing tools, and how they can be successfully applied in a real-life setting.
Gain a variety of skills necessary to thrive in the digital era by studying Digital Filmmaking or Digital Media and Communication.
Specialized services for students with learning differences to help them transition smoothly into college and find their path to success.
Our dedicated student-athletes from 8 different teams are committed to proudly representing the Villa Vikings in sport and academically in the classroom.
During the month of October, Villa students were invited to submit their fall-themed photos to the College’s third annual #VillaFallPhoto contest. This year, we received over fifty submissions, some of…
“When you think about a school like Villa Maria College, you can love what you’re doing and have it be a career,” said Janet Snyder to Villa’s President Dr. Matthew…
In the beginning of this month Villa Maria College celebrated Heritage Week, an annual series of event that series of events commemorating those who inspired and founded the Felician Sisters.…
This month, a group of sophomore interior design students visited the Buffalo location of California Closets. During their outing, students learned more about the company’s 30-year history and how they…
On October 13, President Giordano sat down with Randy Bushover from WBEN as a guest on Bushover’s radio show, ‘Buffalo Means Business.’ The hour long show, which airs on Saturday…
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…
Villa Maria College is holding it’s 3rd Annual Fall Photo Contest! In October, Villa students are invited to upload their fall-themed photos to social media (Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter) for the chance…
Check out the latest edition of the Voyager for information on ‘Why I Write,’ a celebration of all the writers at Villa, the next Fall Babel event with Jasmyn Ward,…
Last month John Bacon, who serves as a faculty member in the music department at Villa Maria College, announced a new, annual, region-wide jazz initiative, JAZZ IMPRESSIONS: 1968. Curated by…
PLAY/GROUND is an immersive art exhibit in which 29 artists collaborated to create a series of immersive art experiences meant to engage the senses, expand minds, and inspire imaginations. Professor of Photography Michael…
