Student life is an integral part of the total educational experience. A diversified portfolio of student interest groups, along with major campus-wide events, are available to students.
Organizations
Become a part of Campus Life at Villa Maria College, wherever your interest lies, there is a group for you! The Student Union Board, the voice of the students as it pertains to student life at Villa, sponsors a variety of activities throughout the year.
For more information:
Ceceile Pawlowski
Director of Student Life
pawlowskic@villa.edu
Student Life Office Hours:
Monday - Thursday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Location: Villa Student Center
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Campus Related Organizations and Program Related Organizations
Student Leaders for the Fall 2007 Orientation
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African American Literary Exchange Club
A cultural club designed to create an open dialogue regarding African American issues and concerns. The club seeks to encourage reading and promote literacy that lead to the exchange of ideas among members. It will explore Buffalo’Äôs rich African American history and promote ways to serve the Buffalo community
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 Student Ambassador Club
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Student Ambassador Club
A network of Villa students who assist the College in various recruitment and service related activities.
Criteria: The Ambassador Club is open to all students.
Contact:
Tammy Huber, Advisor
Admissions Office
961-1803
thuber@villa.edu
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 Campus Ministry Team |
Campus Ministry Team
Campus Ministry Team consists students, faculty, and staff. This team offers members of the College Community opportunities to deepen their awareness of the presence of God and promotes an appreciation and respect for the dignity of all persons.
Criteria: Open to all students, faculty and staff.
Contact:
Frank Antonucci -Advisor
Director of Campus Ministry
961-1813
antonucci@villa.edu
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Helping Adults New Dreams Succeed
This group meets regularly to provide mutual support for students returning to college after years of work or family responsibilities. It provides a forum where adult students can gather to socialize and discuss college life
Criteria: Open to all non-traditional students. (23 years or older)
Contact:
Palma Zanghi, Advisor
Director of Counseling
961-1821
zanghi@villa.edu
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PHI THETA KAPPA
This is the national honor society for two-year colleges and provides students a chance to develop leadership and service skills.
Advisors: Debbie Handzlik, Todd Baker and Christina Horner.
Criteria: Eligibility is determined by a CPA of 3.5 or higher, completion of a minimum of 12 credit hours of course work leading to an Associate degree, and demonstration of leadership and service qualities.
Contact:
Deborah Handzlik
Director of Career Development
961-1814
dhandzlik@villa.edu
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Multicultural Club
The members of this club explore the different cultures of the world, while sharing the organization's ethnicity with the Villa College community. The club implements service projects and provides support for its members.
Criteria: Open to all students.
Contact:
Tammy Huber
Admissions Counselor
961-1804
thuber@villa.edu
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VIKING
The Viking is an informal semi-monthly news bulletin published by the students which serves as a means of communication for the student body, faculty, and administration.
Criteria: Students with skills in writing, photography, or graphics are encouraged to join.
Advisors:
Joyce Kessel
Ceil Pawolwski
pawlowskic@villa.edu
Contact:
Joyce Kessel
Associate Professor/English
961-1836
jkessel@villa.edu
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Management Club
Provides professional development and social activities for Business Management and and Music Business students
Criteria: Open to primarily business and hbusiness management students.
Contact:
Mollie Ward-Cresente
Instructor, Business Department
961-2857
mcrescente@villa.edu
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The IN¬ÝClub
Student Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers ’Äì ASID
The ASID offers interior design students the opportunity to project artistic and ethical concepts of the profession on an apprentice level, to promote high standards in public relations and design integrity, and to train for eventual professional practice. A professional organization for students in theinterior design program, an annual membership fee allows students to be included in the professionalworld of interior design, with access to special events and scholarship competitions, extra information on specific areas of design, and publications.
The club also provides members professional development opportunities including participation in the competition for Junior League of Buffalo Decorator’Äôs Showhouse and Women and Children’Äôs Hospital Festival of Trees.
Criteria: Membership is open to all present Interior Design students and alumni.
Contact:
Jaime Lorenz
Interior Design Instructor
961-2853
jlorenz@villa.edu
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Physical Therapist Assistant / Health Related Professionals
A social club comprised of Physical Therapist Assistant students and students interested in health science career fields. The organization sponsors program related seminars, speakers with professional and career information, and social activities.
Criteria: Open to all students interested in health sciences.
Contact:
Kim Kotz-Advisor
Physical Therapist Assistant Instructor
961-1837
kkotz@villa.edu
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PHOTO VISIONS
This club sponsors speakers, field trips and networking with galleries and photographers.
Criteria: Open to all present photography students and alumni.
Contact:
Laura Snyder-Advisor
961-1845
snyderl@villa.edu
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TEACHERS LOVE CHILDREN (TLC)
A professional service organization which focuses its activities on young children and their needs, professional development, and social activities.
Criteria: Open to all Early Childhood and Education Studies majors.
Contact:
Jill Boeck, Education Program Coordinator
961-1828
boeckjm@villa.edu
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