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Graduates of Villanova University, Greater Philadelphia Area: names, photos, jobs and positions, locations, education.
On November 4, 1968, a distinguished Villanova University alumnus, Alfred M. Bongiovanni M.D., was awarded the Mendel Medal. Dr. Bongiovanni is an internationally recognized specialist in glands and growth problems in children.
Now that the reunion (by all accounts a huge success) is over, we will continue this page as a vehicle for Nova Class of 68 grads to exchange information related to Nova activities - but PLEASE, none of the activities noted below - there are plenty of other places to post that type of stuff.
Echoing a nation-wide movement, Villanova students protested against what they considered to be unacceptable conditions on campus, including paternalistic social rules, and irrelevant curriculum, poor student facilities, and a student government devoid of any real authority.
As the 1960s came to an end, Villanova celebrated its 125th anniversary in 1967-1968. It also received national recognition for excellence. Beginning in 1985 U.S. News and World Report consistently rated Villanova as one of the top universities in the United States, while its graduates distinguished themselves in many walks of life.
One of the most profound changes occurred in 1968, Villanova elected their first non-Catholic, Sidney Wolgin, to the board of trustees. This was a significant change to a 120-year charter dictating only Roman Catholics could sit on the board of trustees.
The Villanova University alumni community is a diverse, global network of more 130,000 leaders, innovators, problem-solvers and stewards who are committed to igniting change at Villanova and around the world. Together, we are the Nova Nation.
