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GRADUATE LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES

The  College of Liberal Arts and Sciences  at  Villanova University  is an ideal place to pursue your graduate education.  Program offerings  in the humanities, social sciences, mathematics and sciences include more than 20 master's degrees, more than 40 graduate certificates, and PhD programs in Philosophy and Theology. While many of our programs are fully on-campus, online and hybrid options are available in some programs. Take the next step in your career with a graduate degree or certificate from Villanova!

YOUR PASSION. YOUR FUTURE.

Our graduate programs.

• Applied Statistics and Data Science
• Classical Studies
• Communication
• Computer Science
• Environmental Science
• Gender and Women's Studies
• Health Informatics
• Human Resource Development
• Liberal Studies
• Mathematics
• Political Science
• Public Administration
• Software Engineering

Why Villanova Graduate Studies?

• Competitive  tuition rates  
• Graduate assistantships and research funding . In fact, last year, nearly 300 graduate students in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences received financial support totaling more than $6.5 million in the form of tuition remission and stipends.
• Flexible courses of study, including online options in HRD , MPA , and  Classical Studies .
• Evening classes that meet once per week
• Study full-time or part-time
• Personal attention from a  faculty of internationally recognized teacher-scholars
• All the cultural and intellectual assets of the  Philadelphia region , including nearly  90 higher-education institutions
• A learning experience you design to meet your intellectual passions and educational goals

Visit Villanova to learn more about what Graduate Liberal Arts and Sciences has to offer you!  Schedule a campus tour , attend an open house or join us for an  online information session .

Our Academic Mission

The graduate programs seek to integrate general education, cultural improvement, and professional excellence. The aims of these programs are:

• To extend and deepen knowledge by scholarly research;
• To assist those who wish to secure specialized training in order to improve their occupational competency;
• To supply the need of advanced training for special purposes, especially in the fields of teaching and other human services;
• To offer the graduate students the opportunity to join with the faculty of the University in the common pursuit of learning wherein the students are encouraged to develop according to their individual capacities and to learn to live and work together in a community of scholars.

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Villanova University Master’s in Education

Education is a program of study at Villanova University. The school offers a master’s degree in the area. We’ve pulled together some essential information you should know about the master’s degree program in education, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more.

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How Much Does a Master’s in Education from Villanova Cost?

Villanova graduate tuition and fees.

In 2019-2020, the average part-time graduate tuition at Villanova was $1,085 per credit hour for both in-state and out-of-state students. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for graduate student.

Does Villanova Offer an Online Master’s in Education?

Villanova does not offer an online option for its education master’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Villanova Online Learning page.

Villanova Master’s Student Diversity for Education

Male-to-female ratio.

Women made up around 75.0% of the education students who took home a master’s degree in 2019-2020. This is less than the nationwide number of 78.3%.

Racial-Ethnic Diversity

Racial-ethnic minority graduates* made up 14.1% of the education master’s degrees at Villanova in 2019-2020. This is lower than the nationwide number of 28%.

Master’s in Education Focus Areas at Villanova

Education students may decide to major in one of the following focus areas.

*The racial-ethnic minorities count is calculated by taking the total number of students and subtracting white students, international students, and students whose race/ethnicity was unknown. This number is then divided by the total number of students at the school to obtain the racial-ethnic minorities percentage.

• National Center for Education Statistics
• O*NET Online

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Admission Policies and Requirements

Applicants to graduate programs in the College of Liberal Arts and Science are admitted wholly on individual merit. Villanova University does not discriminate against anyone seeking admission on the basis of their race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, or sex.

Applicants should review the general admissions policies below and explore the web pages of the  program of interest  for further information about application deadlines, admissions criteria, curriculum requirements, course offerings, resources for students and other discipline-specific details. Please also review  application deadlines  for each program.

The Office of Graduate Studies also offers additional resources for current  teachers ,  military and veterans , and  international students .

General Admissions Policies

Bachelor’s Degree All applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an institution accredited by one of the regional accrediting agencies. All applicants in their last year of undergraduate study at the time of application should provide a transcript of all courses completed to date. A final transcript must be submitted to the Graduate Studies Office listing the degree received and the date the degree was conferred.

Pre-Requisites All applicants must have completed the undergraduate prerequisites for graduate study in their proposed program. These prerequisites are detailed on each program’s  admission requirements page .

Non-Matriculated and Visitor Applications Applicants who wish to apply as non-matriculated (non-degree seeking) or visiting students must contact the Office of Graduate Studies to request the application. Please email  [email protected]  in order to apply.

Application Requirements by Program

Master of science in applied statistics and data science.

Application Requirements:

• Online application form
• Transcripts
• Villanova’s graduate programs in the liberal arts and sciences use a holistic application review process, seeking to take into account each applicant’s individual qualifications and varied circumstances, and understanding that no single set of standards can fit every applicant equally well. Therefore, applicants to GRE-optional programs may choose not to take the GRE or to submit GRE scores, but are welcome to submit those scores if they feel they enhance their applications.
• 3 recommendation letters
• $50 non-refundable application fee

Prerequisite Courses:

• Multivariable calculus
• Matrix/linear algebra
• Fall Assistantship:  March 1
• Fall:  Rolling until August 1
• Spring:  Rolling until December 1
• Summer:  Rolling until May 1

Certificate of Graduate Study in Applied Statistics

• 2 recommendation letters

Master of Science in Biology or Master of Arts in Biology

• Personal Statement (300 words, double spaced): Tell us about your background, your personal and academic journey so far.
• Why do you want to pursue a Master of Science in Biology? What are your career goals, and how will pursuing an M.S. in Biology at Villanova facilitate your pursuit of those goals? (200 words)
• What kinds of experiences (e.g., research, course, or others) have been most influential in shaping your career goals? (200 words)
• Which faculty mentor or mentors in the Department of Biology are you interested in potentially working with and why? How do their research interests align with your future career goals? Have you contacted them? (200 words)
• NOTE: The admissions committee in the Department of Biology will evaluate applicants holistically by considering GREs, GPA, recommendation letters, and personal statements for admission as well as potential departmental funding.
• 24 credit hours of undergraduate biology (including genetics)
• 1 year each of physics, chemistry, organic chemistry and calculus (or calculus plus statistics)
• Fall Assistantship:  February 1

Certificates in Biology

• Certificate of Graduate Study in Ecology, Evolution and Organismal Biology (Pre-Master's and Post-Master's)
• Certificate of Graduate Study in Cell, Molecular and Developmental Biology (Pre-Master's and Post Master's)

Master of Science in Chemistry

Application Requirements :

• How will a Master of Science from Villanova fit into your personal and professional goals?
• What (if any) previous research experience do you have, and why are you excited about doing research?
• Are there any faculty or research areas at Villanova that you are interested in?
• If you are not accepted into the full-time program, would you be interested in being considered for the part-time program (course-based, without tuition remission or assistantship)?
• What (if any) previous research experience do you have, and what interests you about chemistry?

Deadlines :

• Fall Assistantship:  March 1 (priority deadline)

Master of Arts in Classical Studies

• Statement of Goals (500-700 words)
• Academic writing sample (only for those seeking a Graduate Assistantship or Tuition Scholarship)

Please address the items below in your Statement of Goals.

• Name and email address
• Whether you are applying for the MA degree or as a non-matriculated student
• Whether you plan to attend classes on campus or online (if online, indicate your time zone)
• Describe your interest in Classical Studies (including what areas interest you most)
• Background in Classical Studies (include any Latin or Greek experience and, if so, describe the extent of your experience, where you studied, etc.)
• Current situation (e.g., current degree you are pursuing or current employment)
• Purpose in pursuing the degree or classes
• Any additional information you would like to include

Master of Arts in Communication

• Academic or professional writing sample: Please provide a brief (150 or fewer words) description of your sample and the context in which it was written. Indicate the purpose of the writing assignment, whether the piece was written individually or collaboratively and how your sample shows evidence of your academic and/or professional writing ability.
• Academic and professional goals
• How do you see the graduate program’s curriculum and faculty helping you achieve your personal and professional goals?
• How has your previous experience prepared you to adapt to the rigors of graduate-level education?
• How do you see yourself contributing to the intellectual community?
• What additional strengths and weaknesses should the reviewing committee consider about you?
• Address challenges you have encountered or weak spots in your application materials. What did you learn from these situations?
• What additional information should the reviewing committee consider about you?
• Handling Systemic Injustice: Give an example of a time when you faced or witnessed systemic injustice? How did you respond? What did you learn from the experience?
• Applicants are not required to submit GRE/GMAT scores as part of the application for the Master’s Degree in Communication. Applicants may submit GRE/ GMAT results, if they feel the scores enhance their application. If scores are submitted by an applicant, they will be reviewed as part of the admission review process. Applicants who do not submit scores will not be put at a disadvantage. If an applicant chooses to submit scores, they must follow up any self-reported scores with official test results.
• Summer:  This program only enrolls new students in the Fall and Spring

Certificates in Communication

• Certificate in Communication and Critical/Cultural Studies
• Certificate in Journalism and New Media
• Certificate in Organizational Communication and Leadership
• Certificate in Mediated Communication
• Certificate in Public Relations and Advertising
• Academic or professional writing sample: Please provide a short (150 words or less) description of your sample. You may address the context or purpose the piece was written for, or how your sample shows evidence of academic and/or professional writing ability.
• What additional strengths and weaknesses should the reviewing committee consider about you?”
• Intellectual Growth : Describe a time when you encountered an argument that changed your mind. It need not be life-altering: it could be about a piece of music, a work of art, or a political issue. What was the argument? What did it change for you?

Master of Science in Computer Science

• GRE (General) - In some situations this requirement may be waived. Please contact  Dr. Vijay Gehlot  if you wish to request a GRE waiver. 
• Statement of goals
• Spring Assistantship:  October 1 

Certificate in College Admissions Counseling (12 credits) Deadlines:

• 2 letters of recommendation 
• Statement of Purpose: In 250 words or less, please explain your motivation for pursuing a certificate in college admissions counseling from Villanova University, including your hopes for applying the certificate to your professional experiences.

Master of Science in Counseling, Clinical Mental Health or Master of Science, School Counseling

• It is recommended that letters speak to the applicant's: aptitude for graduate-level study, ability to form effective counseling relationships and respect for cultural differences.  
• Essay Questions

Deadlines: Clinical Mental Health Counseling

• Fall Assistantship:  January 8, 2024
• Fall admittance only: January 8, 2024

School Counseling

• Fall Assistantship:  February 1, 2024
• Fall admittance only: February 1, 2024

Master's Degrees in Education

Master of Arts in Education (30 credits)

Masters of Arts in Education, Concentration in Higher Education Leadership (30 credits)

• Fall Assistantship: The final deadline to apply for funding consideration is March 1
• Spring: Rolling until December 1
• Fall: Rolling until August 1 
• Summer: Rolling until May 1

Master of Arts in Education Plus Teacher Certification (34 credits)

• Funding: The final deadline to apply for funding consideration is February 1
• Fall: Rolling until August 1
• Prompt ( excluding Teacher Certification ): Describe what brought you to apply to this program, including your personal and professional goals. Identify an issue in the field that is of concern to you and explain how you hope to engage with this issue during your graduate studies.
• Short resume
• Master of Arts in Education, Concentration in Teacher Leadership (30 credits)
• Fall Assistantship: The final deadline to apply for funding consideration is February 1.
• Fall: Rolling until August 1
• Spring: Rolling until December 1
• Summer: Rolling until May 1
• Statement of goals (1–2 pages): Describe what brought you to apply to this program, including your personal and professional goals. Identify an issue in the field that is of concern to you and explain how you hope to engage with this issue during your graduate studies.
• Valid teaching certificate or documentation of employment at an independent or charter school

Certificates in Education

• Certificate in Education (15 credits)
• Certificate in Higher Education Leadership (15 credits)
• Statement of goals (1 - 2 pages): Describe what brought you to apply to this program, including your personal and professional goals. Identify an issue in the field that is of concern to you and explain how you hope to engage with this issue during your graduate studies.

Certificate in Teacher Leadership (15 credits)

• Statement of goals (1-2 pages): Describe what brought you to apply to this program, including your personal and professional goals. Identify an issue in the field that is of concern to you and explain how you hope to engage with this issue during your graduate studies.

Master of Arts in English

• The writing sample should be a work of literary analysis that is 10 - 20 pages long. It should demonstrate your ability to articulate a clear, specific argument and to support that argument through close readings of literary text or texts. It is preferable if the sample also makes reference to secondary critical sources, but this is not a requirement.
• The personal statement should address the following: the reason(s) you wish to pursue advanced study in literature; specific areas of literary study and/or specific intellectual issues you hope to concentrate on; how the academic work you’ve done has prepared you for graduate study; how Villanova in particular might help you develop your intellectual interests; and what you would like to do with your MA.
• $90 non-refundable application fee

Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study in English

• Describe what brought you to apply to this program, including your preparation for graduate study in English or other pertinent experience you have had.

Master of Science in Environmental Science

• 3 recommendation letters 
• Supplemental Form
• Spring:  This program only enrolls new students in Summer and Fall

Certificate in Gender and Women's Studies

• Statement of goals and interest in Gender and Women's Studies

Graduate Certificate in Health Informatics

Master of arts in history.

• GRE (General) optional: Villanova’s graduate programs in the liberal arts and sciences use a holistic application review process, seeking to take into account each applicant’s individual qualifications and varied circumstances, and understanding that no single set of standards can fit every applicant equally well. Therefore, applicants to GRE-optional programs may choose not to take the GRE or to submit GRE scores, but are welcome to submit those scores if they feel they enhance their applications.
• Statement of goals:  500-750 word statement about fields of interest in history, pertinent experience, prior research, and objectives in seeking the degree.
• Writing sample (history)
• Fall Assistantship:  February 8

Certificates of Graduate Study in History

• Graduate Certificate in Teaching Advanced History and Government
• Certificate of Graduate Study in History
• Certificate of Graduate Study in American History
• Certificate of Graduate Study in European History
• Certificate of Graduate Study in World History

Master of Science in Human Resource Development

• Statement of goals (1-2 pages)
• Academic writing sample: Only needed if requesting to waive HRD 8102: Evidence-Based HR prerequisite course (see HRD website for details).

Application Deadlines:

* Please note: Applicants who wish to be considered for departmental funding must apply no later than March 1, 2024 and begin their studies in the Fall 1 term.

Human Resource Development Certificates

• People Analytics and Research Certificate
• HR Business Partner Certificate
• HR Leadership Certificate
• Organization Development Certificate
• Inclusion and Diversity Strategy Certificate
• Academic writing sample: Only needed if requesting to waive HRD 8102: Evidence-based HR prerequisite course (see HRD website for details).

Master of Arts in Liberal Studies

• Statement of goals/interest in Liberal Studies
• Fall Assistantship:  February 1

Master of Arts in Mathematics

• Villanova’s graduate programs in the liberal arts and sciences use a holistic application review process, seeking to take into account each applicant’s individual qualifications and varied circumstances, and understanding that no single set of standards can fit every applicant equally well. Therefore, applicants to GRE-optional programs may choose not to take the GRE or to submit GRE scores, but are welcome to submit those scores if they feel they enhance their applications

Mathematics Certificates

• Certificate of Graduate Study in the Teaching of Secondary School Mathematics
• Post-Master's Certificate in Mathematics

PhD in Philosophy

• 1-2 page statement of goals including areas of proposed research
• Recent writing sample
• Curriculum vitae
• NOTE: GRE is not required.
• Fall Admittance only:  January 8, 2024

Master of Arts in Political Science

• 3 recommendation letters (academic references are strongly preferred)
• Statement of goals - a 500-750 word statement that outlines the applicant's topics of interest in political science, pertinent experience, prior research, and objectives in seeking the degree

Political Science Certificates

• Certificate in International Politics
• Certificate in American Politics

Master of Science in Psychology

• 18 undergraduate credit hours in Psychology (completed or currently enrolled, including statistics)
• Your "immediate" and "long-term" career goals
• How your prior experiences (e.g., academic, research, professional, leadership) have helped prepare you for graduate education, and how those experiences may have shaped your current interests
• Why you think our program is a good fit for you
• Why you think you are a good fit for our program. If there are specific faculty members whose research resonate with your interests, by all means, tell us about that, too. Please note that you are not required to identify specific faculty members in your application material. Many students come to our MS program (rather than directly to PhD program) because their interests are not yet focused on a specific research area, and our program can help them refine those interests. Finally, if you wish to explain barriers that might have impacted your academic performance, you may include a brief paragraph at the end of your statement to describe those factors, such as family care responsibilities, illness, or disability.
• In sum, your statement will help us determine the fit between your interests and our program and also the fit between our program’s strengths and your eventual goals. There is no specific length requirement, but we strongly recommend keeping your statement to no more than 3 pages.
• Assistantship deadline: February 1
• Please  email the program director  if applying after May 15

Master of Public Administration

• 3 recommendation letters (professional or academic)
• Why is an MPA degree from Villanova University important for you to achieve your public service career goals? In answering this question, please let us know why you are pursuing an MPA from Villanova, how an MPA from Villanova will build on your work, volunteer, and/or academic experiences and describe the career and professional goals you have for your future? (2 pages)
• Departmental Funding: March 1

Public Administration Certificates

• Certificate of Graduate Study in City Management
• Certificate of Graduate Study in Nonprofit Management
• Certificate of Graduate Study in Public Administration
• 2 recommendation letters: Professional or academic
• Why is a Graduate Certificate from Villanova University important for you to achieve your public service career goals? In answering this question, please let us know why you are pursuing a Graduate Certificate from Villanova, how this Certificate will build on your work, volunteer and/or academic experiences and describe the career and professional goals you have for your future? (1–1.5 pages)

Master of Science in Software Engineering

• Spring Assistantship:  October 1

Master of Arts in Theatre

• Resume (including theatre and professional work experience)
• Academic Writing Sample - 15 to 25 pages. Please upload an academic writing sample that shows us how you critically think and write. By “academic writing” we mean writing that includes a thesis statement, evidentiary support with citations, and a conclusion. You may use a paper written for a college-level course for this sample, even if the course did not relate to theatre or performance. If at all possible, however, a good academic writing sample should represent you and your interests. This is a moment to show us writing that you are proud of, but it is not the place for your new play, screenplay, or other creative writing. If you wish, you can submit a creative writing sample as a Supplemental Essay in your applicant portal.

Graduate Certificate in Practical Theatre

Phd in theology.

• 3 recommendation letters: Please note that  if you are a member of a religious order or have been ordained within a Christian denomination that is governed by bishops , one of these three letters must be requested from your immediate superior or bishop
• Application Essay ( click here for the application essay prompt in the Admission dropdown, footnote #6)
• CV or Resume

Master of Theological Studies

• Which situations, questions, and/or insights have motivated you to seek advanced training in theological education within the Catholic tradition?
• Which two or three texts have been most significant for you, and why?
• What are your goals for pursuing the MTS – Theological Education Track? 
• Which situations, questions, and/or insights have motivated you to seek advanced training in theology within the Catholic tradition?
• What are your goals for pursuing the MTS – Research Track?
• Length for both: 700-1000 words that integrates in a critically reflective way your answers to the questions above, depending on track.

Master of Arts in Theology

• Prompt: Which situations, questions, and/or readings have motivated you to study theology within the Catholic tradition, and what are your goals for pursuing the degree?
• Length: maximum 500 words 

Master of Arts in Ministry and Theology

• 3 recommendation letters (2 academic, 1 ministerial)
• Prompt: Which situations, questions, and/or readings have motivated you to study theology within the Catholic tradition, and what are your goals for pursuing the degree/certificate?
• Length: maximum 500 words

Certificates in Theology

• Certificate of Theological Studies
• Certificate of Interdisciplinary Theological Inquiry
• 1 recommendation letter
• Length: maximum 300 words

Certificate in Pastoral Ministry

• 2 ministerial recommendation letters
• Prompt: Which situations, questions, and/or readings have motivated you to study theology and/or pastoral ministry within the Catholic tradition, and what are your goals for pursuing the degree/certificate?
• Length: maximum 500 words for master's applicants, 300 words for certificate applicants
• Interview 

International Applicants

Additional Requirements for applicants from outside the United States:

• Official TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo scores (for applicants who are non-US citizens) - See the Test Scores tab on the left
• Official Credentials Evaluation (for transcripts from institutions outside the United States). 
• Permanent Resident (green) Card (If applicable)
• Official Financial Certification in the amount of $34,280 (amount subject to change) is a requirement for all international applicants in need of an F1 visa.  You will be required to submit  Financial Certification upon your acceptance to the university in order for your I-20 to be issued.

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Empowering Students for Career Success: Villanova's Innovative Approach In this episode of Changing Higher Ed, Dr. Drumm McNaughton talks with Kevin Grubb, Associate Vice Provost for Career and Professional Development at Villanova University, about the innovative ways Villanova is preparing students for a successful start to their careers and setting them up to beat the odds of 43% under employment for many college graduates. Learn how Villanova embeds career readiness skills into the curriculum and prioritizes student well-being throughout the process.   Key Discussion Points Preparing Students for Career Success from Orientation Onward: Using the Clifton Strengths Assessment to help students develop a strengths-based mindset. Research demonstrating the positive impact of strengths-based programming on student outcomes.   High-Tech, High-Touch Approach: Villanova's balanced approach to career education, combining technology and personal interaction to enhance student career preparedness. The responsible, effective, and ethical use of generative AI in crafting resumes and cover letters, and decoding job descriptions. Embedding Career Readiness Skills into the Curriculum: Providing career assessments and resources throughout the student journey. Offering for-credit courses on job search skills, networking, and professional development. Involving faculty in teaching career readiness competencies and integrating them into coursework.   Addressing Student Well-Being through Career Readiness: Recognizing career readiness as a significant source of stress and concern for students. Proactively supporting students throughout their journey to alleviate stress and promote well-being.   Three Key Takeaways for Higher Education Presidents and Boards Embed career development into the student experience, making it a core component rather than an optional activity. Prioritize student well-being by acknowledging the stress associated with career readiness and providing proactive support. Embrace generative AI to benefit students and better prepare them for the future, while addressing its use thoughtfully.   Final Thoughts  The episode highlights Villanova's innovative approach to preparing students for career success. By embedding career readiness into the curriculum, using strengths-based learning and career focus, leveraging tools like AI, and prioritizing student well-being, Villanova is setting an example for other institutions looking to empower their students for the future. The insights shared offer valuable guidance for higher education leaders seeking to enhance their career readiness initiatives.   Read the transcript on our website: https://changinghighered.com/beyond-career-and-job-ready-graduates-beating-underemployment-odds/   About Our Guest Kevin Grubb serves as the Associate Vice Provost for Professional Development and Chief Career Officer at Villanova University. He spearheads the strategic vision for career and professional development, aiming for top-notch career outcomes for students and alumni. His role includes integrating support across various university sectors, contributing to Villanova's national acclaim in career services and professional development. His leadership has earned recognition from prestigious organizations, including the National Association of Colleges & Employers and the American Association of Colleges of Nursing. Grubb, a respected figure in the field, has received accolades for his contributions to career services and college recruiting from several bodies, including LinkedIn and Strada Education Network. He holds a BS in Psychology, an MA in Higher Education Administration, and a certificate in Leadership in Performance Coaching. Grubb is an Associate Certified Coach with the International Coaching Federation and a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, demonstrating his commitment to professional excellence and leaders

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Testing Justice: Drug Testing and Community Supervision, 05/22

Presented by the david f. and constance b. girard-dicarlo center for ethics, integrity and compliance, wednesday, may 22 4:00–6:00 p.m. john f. scarpa hall.

In an effort to address and shape public conversations about criminal justice, drug policy and enforcement, the Girard-diCarlo Center will host a discussion on Wednesday, May 22 at Villanova Law. “Testing Justice: Drug Testing and Community Supervision” is a continuation of the conversations held at the convening in November 2023, the recent issue of the Federal Sentencing Reporter and the policies and laws surrounding drug enforcement in Pennsylvania.

The Pennsylvania Continuing Legal Education Board has approved this symposium for 1.5 Substantive CLE credits . Please note registration is required to receive CLE credit. A reception will follow the event in the Ambassador David F. Girard-diCarlo ’73 and Constance B. Girard-diCarlo ’74 Student Lounge.

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As a proud bilingual teacher in her school, Silvia Ortiz exemplifies excellence in teaching, leadership and advocacy for bilingual learners at her school and in her small rural district. Ortiz is a passionate advocate for her mostly Latinx bilingual students as an English Language Development Teacher at Hudson Elementary School in Weld RE-3 School District. 

As a member of the BUENO Center for Multicultural Education’s Northeast Teacher Cohort, Otriz was able to earn her Master’s Equity Bilingualism and Biliteracy from the CU Boulder School of Education by attending courses close to home in Brighton and alongside 20 peer educators across three districts in the rural northeast region of Colorado.

Respected by her colleagues and revered in her community, Ortiz is also a strong bilingual writer and thinker. She completed her Teacher Inquiry Project, the culminating project and report for her master’s program, bilingually written in Spanish and English where she explored bilingual identities of her young Latinx students through linguistically and culturally responsive children’s literature. 

For her work as an exemplary educator and graduate student, Ortiz has been selected the 2024 Outstanding Graduate of the Master’s in Equity, Bilingualism and Biliteracy Program by the faculty in the BUENO Center. However, she has been a member of BUENO Center community since she participated first in the BUENO Career Ladder program in 2005, a partnership between CU Boulder and Aims Community College, on her pathway to becoming a teacher. Engaging in the master’s program helped bring Ortiz’s career, education, and connections with CU Boulder full circle.

Please tell us a bit about yourself

My journey to CU Boulder is a unique one. I reside in the Brighton area and teach in a small town in Northeastern Colorado. During my undergraduate program, I had the privilege of participating in the BUENO program through the Career Ladder Program. This experience not only deepened my passion for educational equity but also paved the way for my decision to pursue my master’s degree through the BUENO program at CU Boulder. The opportunity to return to BUENO now as a graduate student was a clear sign that this was the right path for me."

What is one of the most significant lessons from your time at CU Boulder that you’ll carry with you into the next chapter ?

[icon shape="fa-quote-left" size="fa-3x" pull="left" color="gray" /I have always considered myself a lifelong learner, and my time at CU Boulder has satiated my desire to explore new learning and revive my passion for equity for bilingual learners. The most profound and significant lesson I take away from my time at CU Boulder is this: all of our students come to us with various gifts and talents. It is up to us, educators, to explore such gifts and talents and leverage them to inspire and nurture independent learners and thinkers. By disrupting injustices created by systemic oppression we give our students the opportunities to thrive."

What does graduating from CU Boulder represent for you and/or your community?

Graduating from CU Boulder as a BUENO Center master’s student is a momentous achievement. CU Boulder has always been at the forefront of educational equity and advocacy for bilingual students and communities. As a Latina, this accomplishment holds a special place in my heart. It is a testament to my dedication and the support I have received from my community. This honor will undoubtedly enrich my work with my brilliant bilingual students."

What is your best piece of advice for incoming students?

I believe that one’s most remarkable ability is the ability to use metacognition. The ability to evaluate, monitor, and apply new teachings to our understanding is essential. A student with the caliber of being a critical thinker and having metacognitive awareness will find success in their endeavors."

What are your next steps after graduation?

As a lifelong learner, I have enjoyed my time as a student. Now is the time to apply all of what I've learned. My graduate program was robust and rich, with mastery in the field of educational equity. Now is my time to discern how best to apply my newfound knowledge in my specific role. Furthermore, I would like to inspire other educators through my example and leadership."

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Arrests at University of Southern California amid Gaza war protests nationwide; campus closed

Police arrested protesters Wednesday at the University of Southern California campus, which closed to the public Wednesday amid clashes between pro-Palestinian demonstrators and authorities at the school and nationwide .

Arrests were actively being made on campus Wednesday evening, a Los Angeles police spokesperson told USA TODAY. The spokesperson said he could not provide an estimate on how many people were detained though some media reports were putting the number in the dozens.

The university closed the main campus due to the "significant activity on campus," USC's Department of Public Safety said in an alert to students. Everyone on the campus could still leave but students were required to enter through pedestrian gates using their school IDs.

Hundreds of students and off-campus activists protested for hours at the university on Wednesday, joining movements at colleges across the country demanding that universities cut any ties with Israel and call for a ceasefire in Gaza.

"If you are in the center of campus, please leave; LAPD will be arresting people who don’t disperse," USC's Department of Public Safety wrote on X (formerly Twitter).

Organizers set up an encampment in the early morning hours at Alumni Park, the center of the campus where USC's main-stage commencement ceremony is set to take place next month. Students held signs that read "Free Palestine," "Ceasefire" and "No war w/ out tuition," among others.

Live updates: Columbia says encampments will scale down; police clashes at more campuses

Videos show clashes between police and protesters

Los Angeles police dressed in riot gear and marching in formation on the campus shortly before the arrests.

Videos posted on social media captured various clashes throughout the day, including an incident where students reportedly blocked a school car with a detained protester inside.

Arrests follow protests over valedictorian speech cancelation

Wednesday's protests come less than a week after students, faculty and pro-Palestinian activists rallied at USC on April 18 to protest the cancelation of valedictorian Asna Tabassum's speech.

On April 15, USC announced that Tabassum would no longer deliver her speech after the discussion about her selection took on "an alarming tenor" on social media. Critics complained about Tabassum's Instagram bio that linked to a pro-Palestine website, arguing that she spouted "anti-semitic and anti-Zionist rhetoric."

The school also canceled appearances from outside speakers and honorees at the May 10 ceremony.

Tabassum, a South Asian-American and Muslim student who studies biomedical engineering and resistance to genocide, issued a statement after USC's decision.

"I am not surprised by those who attempt to propagate hatred. I am surprised that my own university − my home for four years − has abandoned me," Tabassum said in the statement, issued through the Council on American-Islamic Relations L.A. branch .

Rallies ensue across US campuses

Protests were held across the nation Wednesday at USC, the University of Texas in Austin and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, among others. Protesters, many of whom aren't affiliated with the schools, are demanding for an end to the civilian casualties in Gaza.

Columbia University said protesters had agreed to  scale down their encampment but student protesters issued a statement saying the New York school made a written promise to not call the NYPD or the National Guard in what they called "an important victory for students.”

Police made nine arrests at the University of Minnesota campus in St. Paul and cleared an encampment at the school's request, citing violations of university policy and trespassing law.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned the protests, calling them "horrific'' and saying, "Antisemitic mobs have taken over leading universities.''

Contributing: John Bacon, Eduardo Cuevas, Jorge L. Ortiz