CALENDAR OF EVENTS: 2025-26 ACADEMIC YEAR
SEPTEMBER
September is Healthy Nova Month!
During the month of September, in partnership with many other campus and community partners, we highlight the many resources and services to support student health and well-being. Join us at one of the many activities that we have planned this month to find out how to take good care of yourself (and each other) this month and every month of the year!
Monday, September 15
8:30AM-5:00PM
A full-day educational and community-building event created and organized by Heather Polidori and Gwendolyn Morris of the FCN, in collaboration with the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) at 蜜桃TV. The event is designed to promote inclusive support for LGBTQ+ individuals of all ages. It is intended for Villanova students, staff, and faculty鈥攑articularly those interested in allyship, social justice, mental health, and inclusive healthcare practices. Attendees will leave with increased confidence in their ability to support LGBTQ+ individuals and a deeper understanding of the mental health challenges they often face.
ACS APPROVED.
Monday, September 15
3:00PM-5:00PM
MASSAGE CHAIR MONDAY
Sign up for a free 15-minute chair massage at the Office of Health Promotion!
Monday, September 15
6:00PM-7:00PM, Hovnanian Room 135
Residence Hall Vibe Check: Respect & Relationships
Join the Title IX Office for a Residence Hall Vibe Check, a chill way to meet campus resources and learn about important topics such as relationships, consent, and bystander intervention.
ACS APPROVED.
Monday, September 15
6:00PM-7:00PM, Jackson Hall Lounge
Residence Hall Vibe Check: Respect & Relationships
Join the Title IX Office for a Residence Hall Vibe Check, a chill way to meet campus resources and learn about important topics such as relationships, consent, and bystander intervention.
ACS APPROVED.
Tuesday, September 16
3:30PM, University Counseling Center
LET'S TALK: LIFE IN YOUR FIRST YEAR OF COLLEGE Therapy Group
Wednesday, September 17
5:00PM-6:30PM, The SUITE
WIND DOWN WEDNESDAY Therapy Group
Wednesday, September 17
5:30PM, The SUITE; 7:00PM, virtual
FIRST GENERATION STUDENT SUPPORT Therapy Group
Thursday, September 18
12:30PM-1:30PM, Riley Ellipse
MEET & GREET WITH THE REGISTERED DIETITIAN
Come meet the campus dietitian to get tips on how you can fuel your body and mind this year. Grab a quick snack and schedule your FREE individual nutrition coaching session.
ACS APPROVED.
Friday, September 19
11:30AM, University Counseling Center
SUBSTANCE USE AND RECOVERY Therapy Group
Friday, September 19
3:00PM-4:00PM
FRIDAY FLOW
Join us for a relaxing afternoon of walking through reflection stations and conversations to help you navigate your thoughts and feelings as the new year begins. We鈥檒l end with a calming mindfulness session and share helpful resources to support you.
ACS APPROVED.
Monday, September 22
3:00PM-5:00PM
MASSAGE CHAIR MONDAY
Sign up for a free 15-minute chair massage at the Office of Health Promotion!
Monday, September 22
3:30PM, University Counseling Center
DBT SKILLS: BUILDING RESISTANCE Therapy Group
Tuesday, September 23
11:00AM-2:00PM, Riley Ellipse
It鈥檚 our second annual Fresh Check Day! Join us at this very interactive event and walk away with lots of great information, resources and opportunities to prioritize your mental health and well-being all year round!
ACS APPROVED.
Tuesday, September 23
3:30PM, University Counseling Center
LET'S TALK: LIFE IN YOUR FIRST YEAR OF COLLEGE Therapy Group
Wednesday, September 24
4:00PM-5:00PM, Health Services Building Room 113
PET THERAPY WITH PALS FOR LIFE
Wednesday, September 24
5:30PM, The SUITE; 7:00PM, virtual
FIRST GENERATION STUDENT SUPPORT Therapy Group
Friday, September 26
11:30AM, University Counseling Center
SUBSTANCE USE AND RECOVERY Therapy Group
Monday, September 29
3:00PM-5:00PM
MASSAGE CHAIR MONDAY
Sign up for a free 15-minute chair massage at the Office of Health Promotion!
Monday, September 29
3:30PM, University Counseling Center
DBT SKILLS: BUILDING RESISTANCE Therapy Group
Monday, September 29
6:00PM-7:00PM, Stanford, 2nd Floor Lounge
Residence Hall Vibe Check: Respect & Relationships
Join the Title IX Office for a Residence Hall Vibe Check, a chill way to meet campus resources and learn about important topics such as relationships, consent, and bystander intervention.
ACS APPROVED.
Tuesday, September 30
3:30PM, University Counseling Center
LET'S TALK: LIFE IN YOUR FIRST YEAR OF COLLEGE Therapy Group
Tuesday, September 30
5:00PM-6:00PM
PAINTING WITH POWER
Enjoy a creative evening at our Paint & Prevent night. Relax with painting while connecting with campus and community resources dedicated to sexual violence prevention and support.
ACS APPROVED.
OCTOBER
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month!
During the month of October, in partnership with the Title IX office and other campus and community partners, we highlight the many resources and services to support students who want to get more involved in identifying unhealthy relationship behaviors, understanding when unhealthy behaviors become abusive, and how to safely and compassionately support someone who may be in an abusive relationship. Join us at one of the many activities that we have planned this month!
Wednesday, October 1
4:00PM-5:00PM, Health Services Building Room 113
PET THERAPY WITH PALS FOR LIFE
Wednesday, October 1
5:00PM-6:30PM, The SUITE
WIND DOWN WEDNESDAY Therapy Group
Wednesday, October 1
5:30PM, The SUITE; 7:00PM, virtual
FIRST GENERATION STUDENT SUPPORT Therapy Group
Wednesday, October 1
6:00PM-7:30PM, Villanova Room
In partnership with the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life
ACS APPROVED.
Thursday, October 2
5:00PM-6:00PM, Dougherty Hall West Lounge
Shattering the Silence: Sexual Violence Resources Meet & Greet
Connect with campus and community professionals responsible for preventing and responding to sexual violence to learn about available resources and ways you can get involved in prevention efforts. Dinner provided.
ACS Approved Event.
Friday, October 3
11:30AM, University Counseling Center
SUBSTANCE USE AND RECOVERY Therapy Group
Monday, October 6
3:00PM-5:00PM
MASSAGE CHAIR MONDAY
Sign up for a free 15-minute chair massage at the Office of Health Promotion!
Monday, October 6
3:30PM, University Counseling Center
DBT SKILLS: BUILDING RESISTANCE Therapy Group
Monday, October 6
6:00PM-7:00PM
FUELING YOUR STUDY SESSIONS
Fuel Your Focus 鈥� Learn how to use nutrition to boost your studies and grades! Take part in a create-your-own energy bite workshop and leave with recipes, tips, and a tasty treat you made yourself.
ACS APPROVED.
Tuesday, October 7
3:30PM, University Counseling Center
LET'S TALK: LIFE IN YOUR FIRST YEAR OF COLLEGE Therapy Group
Tuesday, October 7
6:30PM-7:00PM
JOMO (JOY OF MISSING OUT) TECH BREAK WORKSHOP
ACS APPROVED.
Wednesday, October 8
5:30PM, The SUITE; 7:00PM, virtual
FIRST GENERATION STUDENT SUPPORT Therapy Group
Wednesday, October 8
4:00PM-5:00PM, Health Services Building Room 113
PET THERAPY WITH PALS FOR LIFE
Wednesday, October 8
6:00PM-7:00PM, Alumni Hall, 3rd Floor Lounge
Residence Hall Vibe Check: Respect & Relationships
Join the Title IX Office for a Residence Hall Vibe Check, a chill way to meet campus resources and learn about important topics such as relationships, consent, and bystander intervention.
ACS APPROVED.
Thursday, October 9
Shattering the Silence: Healthy Relationships 101
5:00PM-6:00PM, Bartley PWC Auditorium
Join community partners from Domestic Abuse Project of Delaware County to explore what makes a relationship safe, respectful, and supportive. Learn how to recognize unhealthy dynamics and how to access resources to support ourselves and others. Dinner provided.
ACS APPROVED.
Friday, October 10
11:30AM, University Counseling Center
SUBSTANCE USE AND RECOVERY Therapy Group
Monday, October 20
3:30PM, University Counseling Center
DBT SKILLS: BUILDING RESISTANCE Therapy Group
Tuesday, October 21
3:30PM, University Counseling Center
LET'S TALK: LIFE IN YOUR FIRST YEAR OF COLLEGE Therapy Group
Tuesday, October 21
5:30PM-6:30PM
STICKY SITUATIONS WITH POWER
Get hands-on with a slime-making workshop while learning bystander intervention skills. Practice identifying and responding to real-life scenarios in a fun, interactive way.
ACS APPROVED.
Wednesday, October 22
4:00PM-5:00PM, Health Services Building Room 113
PET THERAPY WITH PALS FOR LIFE
Wednesday, October 22
5:30PM, The SUITE; 7:00PM, virtual
FIRST GENERATION STUDENT SUPPORT Therapy Group
Wednesday, October 22
5:30PM-6:30PM
COOKING IN THE COMMONS WITH THE REGISTERED DIETITIAN
Join the campus dietitian for a fun and practical cooking demo designed specifically for college students. You will learn about quick, balanced and budget-friendly meals that fuel your body and mind. This class will include easy cooking techniques, smart grocery shopping tips, and meal ideas that are both nutritious and affordable. No experience needed! Just bring your appetite and curiosity.
Space is limited.
ACS APPROVED.
Friday, October 24
11:30AM, University Counseling Center
SUBSTANCE USE AND RECOVERY Therapy Group
Monday, October 27
3:00PM-5:00PM
MASSAGE CHAIR MONDAY
Sign up for a free 15-minute chair massage at the Office of Health Promotion!
Monday, October 27
3:30PM, University Counseling Center
DBT SKILLS: BUILDING RESISTANCE Therapy Group
Tuesday, October 28
3:30PM, University Counseling Center
LET'S TALK: LIFE IN YOUR FIRST YEAR OF COLLEGE Therapy Group
Tuesday, October 28
ONE LOVE ESCALATION WORKSHOP
7:00PM-8:30PM
ACS APPROVED.
Wednesday, October 29
5:00PM-6:30PM, The SUITE
WIND DOWN WEDNESDAY Therapy Group
Wednesday, October 29
5:30PM, The SUITE; 7:00PM, virtual
FIRST GENERATION STUDENT SUPPORT Therapy Group
Wednesday, October 29
8:30PM-9:30PM, COVA
SOBERFEST WITH POWER
Enjoy a night of snacks, mocktails, and games with POWER! Break the ice with cup pong (with a twist), learn how to party SMART, and win prizes.
ACS APPROVED.
Friday, October 31
11:30AM, University Counseling Center
SUBSTANCE USE AND RECOVERY Therapy Group
NOVEMBER
Monday, November 3
3:00PM-5:00PM
MASSAGE CHAIR MONDAY听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听
Sign up for a free 15-minute chair massage at the Office of Health Promotion!听
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Tuesday, November 4
3:30PM, University Counseling Center
LET'S TALK: LIFE IN YOUR FIRST YEAR OF COLLEGE Therapy Group
Wednesday, November 5
5:00PM-6:00PM, Bartley 1011 PWC
Shattering the Silence: Bystander Intervention & Survivor Support
Join the Title IX Office and partners from Delaware County Victim Assistance Center to learn how to safely step in when you see harmful behaviors and how to support someone who has experienced sexual violence. Dinner provided.
ACS APPROVED.
Wednesday, November 5
5:30PM, The SUITE; 7:00PM, virtual
FIRST GENERATION STUDENT SUPPORT Therapy Group
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Friday, November 7
11:30AM, University Counseling Center
SUBSTANCE USE AND RECOVERY Therapy Group
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Monday, November 10
3:00PM-5:00PM
MASSAGE CHAIR MONDAY听 听听
Sign up for a free 15-minute chair massage at the Office of Health Promotion!听
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Monday, November 10
4:00PM-5:00PM
DINING HALL HACKS WITH THE REGISTERED DIETITIAN听 听 听
Looking for some creative meal ideas in the dining halls? Come to this interactive workshop to learn easy dorm friendly recipes, new meal ideas using everyday dining hall ingredients and tips from the campus dietitian on how to fuel your body this semester. 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听听
ACS APPROVED.
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Tuesday, November 11
3:30PM, University Counseling Center
LET'S TALK: LIFE IN YOUR FIRST YEAR OF COLLEGE Therapy Group
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Wednesday, November 12
4:00PM-5:00PM, Health Services Building Room 113
PET THERAPY WITH PALS FOR LIFE听
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Wednesday, November 12
5:00PM-6:30PM, The SUITE
WIND DOWN WEDNESDAY Therapy Group
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Wednesday, November 12
5:30PM, The SUITE; 7:00PM, virtual
FIRST GENERATION STUDENT SUPPORT Therapy Group
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Thursday, November 13
7:00PM-8:00PM
S'MORES AND HIGH TEST SCORES WITH POWER听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听
Gather around the fire pits for s鈥檓ores and meaningful conversations about study strategies and organization tips to help you succeed.
ACS APPROVED.听
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Friday, November 14
11:30AM, University Counseling Center
SUBSTANCE USE AND RECOVERY Therapy Group
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Monday, November 17
3:00PM-5:00PM
MASSAGE CHAIR MONDAY听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听
Sign up for a free 15-minute chair massage at the Office of Health Promotion!
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Tuesday, November 18
3:30PM, University Counseling Center
LET'S TALK: LIFE IN YOUR FIRST YEAR OF COLLEGE Therapy Group
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Tuesday, November 18
6:30PM-7:30PM
FOOD & MOOD WORKSHOP WITH THE REGISTERED DIETITIAN听
This interactive class will explore the connection between diet and emotional wellbeing. Students will learn how the food you eat can influence mood, stress, focus and overall emotional wellbeing. Through science-based insights, practical tips, and hands-on activities, you鈥檒l discover how to make informed choices that support a healthier, happier mind as you navigate all the challenges that can come with college life.
ACS APPROVED.
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Wednesday, November 19
4:00PM-5:00PM, Health Services Building Room 113
PET THERAPY WITH PALS FOR LIFE听
Wednesday, November 19
5:00PM-6:00PM, Falvey Room 205
Shattering the Silence: Consent & Sexual Communication
Join Villanova鈥檚 partners from Delaware County Victim Assistance Center to gain skills for talking about consent, sex, and boundaries in your relationships. Dinner provided.
ACS APPROVED.
Wednesday, November 19
5:30PM, The SUITE; 7:00PM, virtual
FIRST GENERATION STUDENT SUPPORT Therapy Group
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Wednesday, November 19
6:00PM-7:30PM
GRATITUDE JOURNALING WITH THE UNIVERSITY COUNSELING CENTER听 听 听 Take a break from the busy week to relax, journal, and reflect on what you鈥檙e thankful for. Connect with the Counseling Center, discover helpful resources, and enjoy a cozy, stress-free evening.听听
ACS APPROVED.
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DECEMBER
Tuesday, December 2
3:30PM, University Counseling Center
LET'S TALK: LIFE IN YOUR FIRST YEAR OF COLLEGE Therapy Group
Wednesday, December 3
4:00PM-5:00PM, Health Services Building Room 113
PET THERAPY WITH PALS FOR LIFE
Wednesday, December 3
5:30PM, The SUITE; 7:00PM, virtual
FIRST GENERATION STUDENT SUPPORT Therapy Group
Wednesday, December 3
5:00PM-6:00PM, Health Services Building Room 200
Shattering the Silence: Masculinity 101: Shifting Our MENtality
Unpack how gender norms impact our behaviors and relationships. Build skills to promote healthy behavior and foster safer communities. Dinner provided.
ACS APPROVED.
Friday, December 5
11:30AM, University Counseling Center
SUBSTANCE USE AND RECOVERY Therapy Group
Monday, December 8
3:00PM-5:00PM
MASSAGE CHAIR MONDAY
Sign up for a free 15-minute chair massage at the Office of Health Promotion!
Tuesday, December 9
3:30PM, University Counseling Center
LET'S TALK: LIFE IN YOUR FIRST YEAR OF COLLEGE Therapy Group
Tuesday, December 9
4:00PM-5:00PM
MUGS & HOT COCOA WITH POWER
Warm up with an afternoon of hot chocolate and creative fun as you paint your own mug to take home.
Wednesday, December 10
5:00PM-6:30PM, The SUITE
WIND DOWN WEDNESDAY Therapy Group
Wednesday, December 10
5:30PM, The SUITE; 7:00PM, virtual
FIRST GENERATION STUDENT SUPPORT Therapy Group
Friday, December 12
11:00AM-1:00PM, Falvey 205
STRESS LESS HEALTHY HAPPY HOUR: STRIVING TO THRIVE THROUGH FINALS WITH POWER AND PALS FOR LIFE
Friday, December 12
11:30AM, University Counseling Center
SUBSTANCE USE AND RECOVERY Therapy Group
JANUARY
Keep an eye on this spot for our January event schedule!
FEBRUARY
February is Healthy Relationships Month!
During the month of February, in partnership with the Title IX office and other campus and community partners, we highlight the many resources and services to support students who want to get more involved in raising awareness about unhealthy relationship behaviors, recognizing how to have healthy and mutually satisfying relationships of all kinds, and how to safely and compassionately support someone who may be feeling stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns. Join us at one of the many activities that we have planned this month!
MARCH
March is National Nutrition Month!
During the month of March, in partnership with other campus and community partners, we highlight the many resources and services to support students who want to learn more about how to make healthful decisions about what they eat, understanding when unhealthy behaviors with food become problematic, and how to safely and compassionately support someone who may be struggling with their relationship with food. Join us at one of the many activities that we have planned this month!
APRIL
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month!
During the month of April, in partnership with the Title IX office and other campus and community partners, we highlight the many resources and services to support students who want to get more involved in sexual violence prevention efforts on campus, who want to create a community that respects and supports survivors, and how to safely and compassionately support someone who has experienced sexual violence. Join us at one of the many activities that we have planned this month!
EMERGENCY CONTACTS
In an emergency, call Villanova Public Safety at 610-519-4444.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call 988.
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