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From the Dean
The Innovative Journey
As A proud member of our VillAnoVA community, I believe the Augustinian principles of Veritas, Unitas, Caritas are central to who we are and everything we do. I am excited to play a more active role in this community and am honored to be named The Helen and William O’Toole Dean at the Villanova School of Business.
I would like to acknowledge and personally thank my predecessors, most recently, James M. Danko, now president of Butler University, and Kevin D. Clark PhD, who has served Villanova as interim dean for the last year, for the many accomplishments we have enjoyed. Through their collective efforts VSB is the 13th ranked undergraduate business school in the nation. While this is a considerable feat and one we should be extremely proud of, our continued success in preparing students to enter the global business environment as positive examples of ethical and responsible leaders and igniters of change is our most significant achievement.
In the words of St. Augustine, “The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page.” Our cover story, “Think Locally, Act Globally,” provides a clear picture of VSB’s unique approach to global issues. Our students don’t just travel abroad; they make a difference in the communities they visit. They have experiences that enable them to grow as individuals with a strong commitment to social responsibility and a global mindset that is uniquely Villanovan.
As you read this issue of Villanova Business, you will learn about some of the many incredible accomplishments of VSB faculty and students. You will also see many examples of alumni and other partners who provide our students with real-world experiences that give them the opportunity to connect theory with practice. We are grateful for their continued support and belief in what we do.
Prior to my appointment as dean, I served as director of the Villanova Center for Innovation, Creativity, and Entrepreneurship (ICE Center).
The ICE Center’s mission is to foster within our community the creative and entrepreneurial skills necessary to develop and act upon new knowledge and ideas. Organizations of all types recognize the value of new ideas to their continued success and we are no different. Throughout this issue, you will see great examples of this innovative spirit at work.
As I take on my new role, I look forward to meeting with our current students, alumni, and friends to better understand how we can continue our forward momentum and advance the mission of VSB and the University to even greater heights.
With best regards,
Patrick G. MaGGitti The Helen and William O’Toole Dean Villanova School of Business
