In the background, a future pope watched it all unfold. That summer, Villanova leaders were trying to rebrand the school’s academic identity.

Villanova alums in NC excited as one of their own, Robert Prevost, named pope: ... Goode is hopeful Pope Leo's cultural background and understanding will serve as a positive to amplify his effect.

The Rev. Rob Hagan, known for long serving as Villanova’s athletics department chaplain, spent his second year of a spiritual training boot camp of sorts 27 years ago to become an Augustinian.

Cardinal Robert Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, is a Villanova graduate. He is the first American pope elected in the 2,000-year history of the Catholic Church.

Villanova football will leave the Coastal Athletic Association following this season and join the Patriot League in 2026, the conferences announced Thursday.. The Wildcats are the third team to ...

Villanova freshman Matthew Hodge has made a decision on his future. The 6-foot-8 forward from St. Rose High School will remain at Villanova under new coach Kevin Willard, his father told NJ ...