Over the next few weeks the Villanova community will be recognizing graduating seniors that have positively impacted their Student Organizations. The seniors being recognized have demonstrated dedication to their organization, provided outstanding leadership, have remained committed to creating a welcoming atmosphere. Above all, they have been valued members of their organizations that will be missed!
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Adam Aloi
Special Olympics Committee, Get Woke Nova, and Alpha Psi Lambda Fraternity
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Position: Diversity and Inclusion Chair for Special Olympics
Contributions: "Adam has always been a fierce advocate for persons with disabilities and people with marginalized identities. This year, Adam originated the role of Diversity and Inclusion Chair for the Special Olympics committee and there was no one better to fulfill that position. He pushed every one of us to see and promote inclusion from an intersectional viewpoint and create a
welcoming environment for all. Not only was Adam incredible in this role, he committed countless hours to SpO throughout his time at Villanova and it will not be the same without him!"
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Becca Gleeson
Alpha Phi Omega
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Position: President (2019), Recruitment Chair (2018)
Contributions: "Becca was an outstanding leader who was welcoming to every member of APO. She was super organized and easily stayed on top of every single responsibility she had and more. She was so passionate about APO and put her all into our fraternity. She left big shoes to fill and will be greatly missed!"
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Cameron Lawrence
Campus Activities Team
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Position: President
Contributions: "He was our first President with a new board structure, and he was able to get us through what could have been a very hard year of transitions; he made it feel easy. He spent all 4 years of college as a member and leader in CAT, and we'll miss him."
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Cassidy Smith, Kate McMahon,
Julie Enos, Brooke Thon
Women's Club Ice Hockey
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Position: President, Captain
Contributions:"Finding a coach, bringing the team together, and being outstanding teammates for four years."
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Cassie McHugh
The Villanovan
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Position: Co Editor in Chief for 2 years
Contributions: "24 months of amazing leadership that should not go unnoticed."
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Chris Deucher
The Villanovan, Residence Life
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Position: Co Editor in Chief for 2 years
Contributions: "Finding a coach, bringing the team together, and being outstanding teammates for four years."
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Christina Dietzler
Villanovans for Life
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Position: Vice President
Contributions: "Tireless work in planning and coordinating events, a consistently cheerful spirit and positive attitude, and impeccable organization and behind the scenes coordination. "
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Claire Baudek
Special Olympics
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Position: Committee Member
Contributions: "Claire is an advocate for the mission of inclusion and has formed strong relationships with the athletes throughout her time at Villanova."
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Position: India Company Squad Leader and Platoon Sergeant, MEC Officer in Charge, Semper Fi Society President
Contributions: "Being an excellent leader and mentor during as a Villanova midshipman and a great friend. "
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Devan Joshi
New Student Orientation Program
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Position: Orientation Counselor, Steering Committee Member
Contributions: "Devan has served as an outstanding member of the Orientation staff the past three years, his first year as an Orientation Counselor, and his second and third year as a Steering Committee member. His dedication and passion to creating a welcoming environment for new students has inspired everyone that has had the pleasure of working with him. Devan’s leadership, kindness, humor, selflessness, and care aided so many members of staff in helping new students to the best of their ability. The program was so much better for having Devan be a valuable part of it."
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Madeleine Coppersmith
Relay for Life
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Position: Executive Events Chair
Contributions: "Madeleine was in charge of planning a successful Relay for Life Main Event through hours of hard work. She helped to plan the ins and outs of the event, plan performers, events and games. She also helped with the decoration of the Villanova Room and the surrounding Connolly Center."
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Patrick Treacy
Student Government Association
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Position: Executive Events Chair
Contributions: "Pat has worked tirelessly over the last year to defend student rights and strengthen student governance. He has fought to highlight underrepresented communities and find common sense solutions to complex problems. We’re proud of Pat’s contributions to improving the student experience. He is the model example of a Villanovan."
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Emma Kennedy
Villanova Marketing Group
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Position: Vice President
Contributions: "Emma single-handedly put together an entire trek for 20 students to visit two ad agencies in NYC. This was an immeasurably beneficial opportunity for our members to see firsthand what working in advertising is like and make important connections with alumni and others there. This opportunity would have never happened without her hard work, and it was truly VMG's best event in years."
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Eric Warga
Indoor Rock Climbing Club
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Position: President
Contributions: "Oversaw the growth of the club by 200-300%, modernized the way it functions, trained the next team to take over from him, made the club the massive and well-loved organization it is now."
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Gillian Lavins
Blue Key Society
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Position: President
Contributions: "Gillian is a natural-born leader and role model. In her role as President of Blue Key, she made room for marginalized voices by creating a new position on the club's executive board for a diversity, equity, and inclusion coordinator. She revamped the Blue Key website to be more accurate and professional, and found ways for Blue Key members to stay involved during the summer. Most importantly, she is a phenomenal role model and mentor for new Blue Key members. She goes out of her way to make others feel welcome, asks others their thoughts,
and is friendly and outgoing. She is one of the most productive, motivated, and professional women I have ever met and I can only aspire to be as great of a leader as she has been for me in my time at Villanova. Her contributions to Blue Key mean so much to us. Congrats on your graduation Gillian, we'll miss you so much, and your future English students are lucky to have you!"
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Grant Hougo
Villanova Television
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Position: President
Contributions: "Being a true leader of the people. The rock that everyone in VTV stood on. His work not only in organization, but in view and love were the reasons VTV had the success it did this year."
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Haley Randall
New Student Orientation Program
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Position: Student Chairperson
Contributions: "Leading the Steering Committe, Training of the Orientation Staff,
Execution of the 2019 Orientation Program."
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Isabella Nardone
The Villanovan, Kappa Delta
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Position: News Editor of The Villanovan (Spring 2018), Assistant Recruitment Chair of Kappa Delta (2018, 2019, 2020)
Contributions: "Constantly inspiring confidence in those around her. I simply wouldn't be who I am today if I didn't have Bella to look up to."
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Kelsey Smith
Villanova Marketing Group
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Position: Secretary
Contributions: "Kelsey was integral in keeping VMG running and successful by handling all communications to all 600 people signed up for our society! Without her, we would not have been able to complete our consulting teams, AdTrek to NYC, or any of the other numerous opportunities brought to the members of our group."
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Kiernan McNelis
SBI, Blue Key, Club Tennis, Chi Omega, Special Olympics, NovaDance, Orientation, Day of Service, MLK Day of Service
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Position: Co Editor in Chief for 2 years
Contributions: "I don't even know where to begin, to be completely honest. Kiernan left a positive impact on so many individuals during her time at Villanova. She was involved with seemingly everything (I don't think the list above is exhaustive), and actively strove to be a leader in everything that she did. Kiernan was an outstanding orientation counselor, was heavily involved in Special Olympics, and held numerous leadership positions in other organizations. I cannot think of anyone else more deserving of recognition than Kiernan. Her presence on campus will be missed dearly."
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Michelle Fierro
The Business of Fashion Society
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Position: President
Contributions: "Michelle is the best president ever! She started the society in Fall 2018 and has grown it so much since. We have had so many amazing opportunities and experiences thanks to her hard work and dedication. She also is so helpful and inspirational by pursuing a career in merchandising at a top fashion company. She truly cares for the Business of Fashion Society members and puts endless time and effort into making it their experience better."
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Lorenzo Penna
Special Olympics
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Position: Entertainment Chair
Contributions: "Lorenzo served as my chair for my first year on committee. He truly embodied servant leadership by always keeping the focus of Special Olympics at the heart of what he did. He made me feel welcomed from the second we started working together and guided me in becoming a better leader myself."
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Madeline Wahlgren
Villanova Voices
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Position: President
Contributions: "It’s just incredible that she was able to keep such a level head during what was a tumultuous year. She did a great job and the organization is better for her leadership."
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Position: Captain
Contributions: "One of the best Orientation Counselors, single best dancer at Villanova and the nicest senior ever."
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Sophie Sheehan
Kappa Delta, Panhellenic Council
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Position: 2019 Panhellenic President, 2018 Panhellenic Delegate for Kappa Delta
Contributions: "Spearheading a diversity initiative for Panhel during her time as President"
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