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Local Nonprofit Gets Students and Parents to SpeakUp! About Hard Subjects
Formed to honor the memory of Bob Gillin Jr., the Haverford School graduate who died of AIDS in 1992, nonprofit SpeakUp! is working on getting teens and parents to talk about hard topics without judgment, writes Emily Copland Eisenberg for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Gillin was popular both in school and out of it. But he…
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Villanova University social justice documentary, ‘Sankofa’, wins Student Academy Award
For the first time ever, Villanova University students have won a student Academy Award in the Documentary/Domestic Film Schools category for their film, “Sankofa,” which explores mental slavery and its negative systemic impact on black males across the world, reports Main Line Media News. The Villanova team will travel Oct. 17 to Beverly Hills, Calif.…
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Life at Villanova’s Commons: Dorm life was never like this
Villanova’s new dorms, The Commons, offer more than just living space. There’s two fitness centers and in 2020, the 200-seat Refectory restaurant will open, along with the Parliament Expresso & Coffee Bar, writes Melissa Jacobs for Main Line Today. A performing arts center and a five-level parking garage will follow. Villanova’s once-modest Lancaster Avenue entrance…
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Enjoy a peaceful nature-lover’s getaway at Stoneleigh
Stoneleigh, near Villanova University and once coveted by public and private investors, is now a quiet attraction for nature lovers, writes Charles J. Adams III for The Reading Eagle. “Stoneleigh: a natural garden,” is located in a ritzy area and is protected behind stone walls and spiked gates, and while teeming with natural beauty, it’s…
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House of the week: 601 Meadows Edge Lane, Villanova
Conceived by the preeminent Pohlig Builders, this exceptional Villanova manor home epitomizes gracious living on the coveted Main Line in a superior setting and neighborhood! Privately set on expansive lush property in exclusive Harriton Farm, across from lovely dedicated meadow space, is a showplace of quality and award-winning design. Flowering trees, manicured shrubbery, stretching green…
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Stories of transition, reinvention at Villanova’s annual leadership symposium
Are you ready to welcome a new challenge? Or perhaps you’re looking for creative strategies for professional reinvention? Villanova University’s College of Professional Studies invites you to its 2019 Leadership Symposium, entitled “Transitions & Breakthroughs: Reinventing Yourself, Your Team, and Your Organization.” Held from May 31-June 2, this professional education course is designed to bring…
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Villanova University’s College of Professional Studies a hub for innovative programming for working adults
Villanova University boasts a longstanding tradition of service to adult learners. The College of Professional Studies (CPS) embodies this enduring commitment to provide access to academic excellence by offering premier, relevant, and innovative programs. Taught by an engaging faculty of scholars and practitioners, the breadth of academic offerings, both on campus and online, range from…
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House of the Week: 1308 Valley Road, Villanova
This sleek gem with a swimming pool is a one-of-a-kind oasis on a private road in upscale Villanova that is quiet yet close to it all. Nestled on lush, secluded grounds, the luxury home enveloped by lush greenery and pristinely-landscaped natural beauty represents contemporary living at its best. Designed by Robert McIroy, the unique architecture…
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History hits the Lower Merion housing market
1851 Mallard Lane is the location of Brett Furman’s newest and most magical listing to date, in the renowned Lower Merion neighborhood of Villanova. This property delivers a love-at-first-sight impact with a brick and timbered façade, gabled slate roof, and manicured landscaping situated on a quiet cul-de-sac, according to a press release submitted by Tracie…
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Watch out for First Watch: A new restaurant in town
By D’Lara Scott First Watch; a new family breakfast and lunch restaurant is coming soon to Lower Providence. First Watch will be open 7 days a week from 7am -2:30pm beginning April 15th, 2019. Taking pride in their creative menu and high-quality food offerings, the cooks wake up at the crack of dawn each morning…
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House of the Week: 1206 Lakemont Road, Villanova
Treat yourself to one of the best offerings of suburban living on the Main Line of Philadelphia. This home is located on a beautifully landscaped acre plus of land. The stone colonial marries old world charm and today’s modern amenities. Truly a family home that combines elegance with easy lifestyle. This partially fenced property boasts…
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House of the Week: 1142 Brynlawn Road, Villanova
Don’t miss your opportunity to own this Newly renovated classic Main Line home by renowned architect Walter Durham. Located on one of the most desirable streets in Lower Merion, Coppock Properties has restored this home, with Rene Hoffman designs, to combine traditional features with modern amenities. The main house has 4 bedrooms, 4 full and…
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House of the Week: 1316 Wrenfield Way, Villanova
This exquisitely redone end unit enjoys a prized, private corner location in the sought-after gated community of Wrenfield, with its own 2-car garage for parking your vehicles. Once inside, a magnificent open first floor takes your breath away, with walls previously removed to create a seamless flow. A dramatic triple-height entry foyer, embellished with a…
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House of the Week: 717 Mount Moro Road, Villanova
Welcome home to 717 Mount Moro, an exquisitely remodeled carriage home on the Mainline! This 4 bedroom, 2.5 baths charming home is light-filled, spacious and luxurious. Enter the welcoming circular drive with gated motor court and established plantings. The front door opens to the dramatic slate foyer with vaulted ceiling which leads to a grand…
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Villanova resident Shelley Fisher, breast cancer survivor, launches accessory line to help others
A diagnosis of cancer can be crippling both physically and emotionally. And when facing challenges that seem overwhelming, sometimes having something touchable to hold onto as a reminder of one’s inner strength can help make the situation more bearable. That was the premise behind the necklace created by Shelly Fisher for her own inspiration that…
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Villanova University researchers study ways to help first-generation college students
Researchers Stacey Havlik and Krista Malott of Villanova University have been studying the region’s first-generation college students to try to find ways to make the freshman year easier, writes Jennifer Lynn for WHYY. They found that the process of setting up first-generation college students for success starts long before they step foot on campus. [uam_ad id=”54865″]…
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Richard Faris donates $5M to College of Engineering at his alma mater, Villanova University
Villanova University’s College of Engineering joined the ranks of the school’s winners recently — but this was a huge monetary victory. Villanova University’s engineering facilities will get a major boost after alumnus Richard Faris and his wife Marilyn announced a $5 million commitment to the College of Engineering. Gifted through both cash and a commitment from their estate,…
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House of the Week: 1550 Mount Pleasant Road, Villanova
Welcome to this grand, Nantucket-style stone and shingle home with stunning architecture, quality finishes and remarkable views. Walk up the stone steps to enter the light-filled two-story foyer, where an arched window spans the room. Straight ahead is the living room with crown molding, large windows, and a bright seating bay with a lovely view…
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