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A Word from the PresidentWhat You Can Do for VillanovaAsdemonstrated throughout this issue, VillanovaUniversity’s 2007 Commencement activitieswere a tremendous success, highlighted by ceremonies and celebrations,inspirational speeches and countless examples of ourgraduates’ impressive accomplishments. It was especially gratifyingto see this year’s graduates become part of our alumni family.You’ll also read in the following pages about the generosity, leadershipand compassion of alumnus Charlie Heimbold and hiswife, Monika. It is clear that as a community we have produceda group of well-rounded individuals, grounded in our distinctiveCatholic and Augustinian identity, with the potential to affectreal change at home and throughout the world.Beginning with their first day at Orientation, our students areencouraged to recognize how intellectual curiosity and service tothe community are at the center of a good and meaningful life.They are encouraged to practice the ethical aspects of doing businessin a way that embodies the teachings of St. Augustine withrespect, honesty and honor. And, as we send our newest graduatesout into the world as ambassadors for Villanova, these essentialcore values affect all aspects of their post-Commencement lives—exhibited not only in the success that shall come to them as theyrise in their careers or pursue additional educational opportunities,but also in their ability to balance and blend their work andpersonal lives. These values provide a strong foundation as ournewest alumni structure how they lead their business lives, whilealso making their communities a better place to live.The bonds that tie us together as Villanovans were madeabundantly clear at this year’s Alumni Reunion Weekend, whereso many of our graduates renewed friendships, shared stories andexemplified the traits that make our community unique. Eachyear it is gratifying to see so many alumni, young and old, eagerto return to campus. Iencourage all alumni toreflect on what you gainedfrom your years at Villanova.I hope your answeris similar to mine: theactive pursuit of knowledge,meaningful lifelongfriendships, a strong senseof community and anongoing desire to seekintellectual stimulation.As I traveled this past year to meet with alumni chapters acrossthe country, I often asked “What can Villanova do for you?” Now,here is something you can do for Villanova: reflect on how youcan help keep Villanova’s mission alive wherever you are. I alsourge you to help us tell the Villanova story and to share withothers what the University means to you.Each of you has the capability to bring the Villanova messageto your communities. This is a truly exciting time for us and wehave many wonderful stories to tell: We are expanding our facilities,reinvigorating our academic programs and creating innovativelearning opportunities outside of the classroom. Today, aswe celebrate the accomplishments of the Class of 2007, I hopethat all alumni will continue to appreciate and value what theygained personally and professionally from their Villanova education—andthen to tell others. You are Villanova’s true leaders,and I invite you to help me spread the word.The Rev. Peter M. Donohue, O.S.A., ’75 A&SUniversity PresidentDAVID CAMPLI
A Magazine for Alumni, Family and FriendsVolume 21, No. 3Summer 2007Staff of Villanova MagazineAnn E. DieboldVice President for University CommunicationEditor-in-Chief:Barbara K. ClementSenior Writers:Irene Burgo (irene.burgo@villanova.edu)Kathleen Scavello (kathleen.scavello@villanova.edu)Holly Stratts (holly.stratts@villanova.edu)Contributors:Amy Layman, Helen Major, Ann Barrow McKenzie,Emily Spitale, Kathryn SzumanskiPhotographers:David Campli, Don Hamerman, Barbara Johnston,Jim McWilliams, Paola Nogueras, John Welsh.Graduate Associate:Anthony Maalouf ’08 G.S.Interns:Oscar Abello ’08 A&S; Madeline Chera ‘09 A&S;Anthony Maalouf ’08 G.S.; Tainah Michida ’08A&S; Michael Nataro ’06 A&S, ’08 G.S.; IvanleyNoisette ’08 A&STech Interns:Nathaniel Brower ’08 A&S, Alex Janson ’07 E.E.National Advertising Representative:Lisa A. Valosky(610) 519-4168Class Notes Editor:Marge SchneiderCampus Circulation:Tom McDevittVillanova Magazine (USPS 659660) is publishedfor the University’s alumni, family and friends byVillanova University’s Office of Communicationand Public Affairs in cooperation with theAlumni Magazine Consortium, based at The JohnsHopkins University, Baltimore, MD 21231.Editor of the AMC: Donna ShoemakerDesigner: Valerie ButlerAddress correspondence to the Editor-in-Chief,Villanova Magazine, Alumni House, 800 LancasterAvenue, Villanova University, Villanova, PA 19085.Telephone: (610) 519-4591.Postmaster: If undeliverable, please send form3579 to the address above. DO NOT RETURNPUBLICATION.Standard A class postage paid at Ashburn, VA, andother entry offices. © 2007 Villanova University.On the cover:In the Villanova Stadium, it was sunshine and smilesall around on Sunday morning, May 20, duringCommencement. Photograph by John Welsh.(Right) Villanova University bid a fondfarewell to Curtis Cooke in July after fiveand a half years as Villanova Magazine’sproduction supervisor and national advertisingrepresentative. Along with many others ata party for Cooke, Barbara K. Clement,assistant vice president for Communicationand Public Affairs and the magazine’seditor-in-chief, sends him off in style.JOHN WELSH (BOTH)I n t h i s I s s u eInstitutional AdvancementSide by Side ........................................................................................................................... 2The Campaign for Villanova Receives $10 Million Commitmentfrom Charles and Monika Heimbold ............................................................................. 4Commencement 2007Villanova Proudly Launches a Class into the World ........................................................10Four Extraordinary Individuals Honored ...........................................................................12Some Hardball Advice: Get in the Game ...........................................................................14The Perfect Words to Describe Villanova ..........................................................................17“May You Lift Your Voices” .................................................................................................1850th Nursing Class Graduates .......................................................................................... 20“Learning Does Not End with Graduation” .......................................................................21“It Is Possible to Reach the Highest Goal” ...................................................................... 22A&S Commends Academic Accomplishments ............................................................... 24Communication Department Greets Its Graduates ........................................................ 25A Call to Action ................................................................................................................... 26Villanova School of Business Gathers for Recognition Ceremony .............................. 27Nursing Alumna Commissions NROTC ............................................................................ 28Families Take Part in Army ROTC Commissioning Ceremony ...................................... 29Alumni Reunion Weekend 2007A Time to Remember that Life is Good ............................................................................ 30Fast Feedback Is Good ...................................................................................................... 33Black Alumni Strengthen Ties with the VUAA ................................................................. 35Our Thanks to You, Reunion Volunteers! ......................................................................... 36All Things AugustineLamb Lecture Addresses Augustine and the Cosmologists ......................................... 48Incompatible “Virtues” ....................................................................................................... 48Freshmen Awarded Prizes for Essays on Augustine and Culture ................................ 49With a Paintbrush, Murals Create Community ................................................................ 50Focus on the College of Liberal Arts and SciencesFrom The Villanovan to a Pulitzer Prize ........................................................................... 53Four Alumni Tell of Their Defining Moments as Students ............................................. 54News and ReviewsA Word from the President ......................................................................Inside front coverOn and Off Campus ............................................................................................................ 38Campus Update ................................................................................................................... 56Athletics ............................................................................................................................... 66Books in Review .................................................................................................................. 68Your Alumni Association ................................................................................................... 70Class Notes .......................................................................................................................... 72Classifieds ........................................................................................................................... 79Among the interns last spring were (fromleft) Oscar Abello ’08 A&S; AnthonyMaalouf ’08 G.S.; Tainah Michida ’08A&S; Alex Janson ’07 E.E. (tech); andMichael Nataro ’06 A&S, ’08 G.S.Summer 2007 1
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