Villanova School of Business

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VSB is proud to recognize our 2025–2026 faculty and staff award recipients! These individuals were nominated by VSB students and colleagues in recognition of their dedication, impact and commitment to going above and beyond in support of the VSB community. Congratulations to all of this year’s honorees, and thank you for the meaningful difference you make at VSB each day!

Congratulations to the Undergraduate and Graduate Bartley Medallion award recipients, the Undergraduate Classes of 2026 and 2027 Beta Gamma Sigma inductees and the Graduate Class of 2026 Beta Gamma Sigma Inductees! 🎉

The Bartley Medallion, named after Rev. Joseph C. Bartley, OSA, PhD, STL, founding Dean of the Villanova School of Business, is awarded annually by the faculty of the school in recognition of outstanding achievement in a specific discipline. It is the highest distinction the school can bestow upon a graduating student and serves as a visible reflection of the significant contribution made by the recipient to the life of the school community. The recipients were awarded their medallions last evening at the VSB Student Academic Excellence Ceremony.

The invitation to join Beta Gamma Sigma is based on a track record of top academic success. Inductees distinguish themselves through scholarship and leadership in business studies. Students were inducted into BGS at the Student Academic Excellence Ceremony last evening.

Congratulations to all VSB students on their academic achievements during the 2025-2026 academic year!

In Villanova’s MBA Negotiations course, students learn that confidence at the bargaining table starts with everyday practice. Taught by Holly Ferraro, PhD, the intensive course helps students build communication and problem-solving skills through research, reflection and real-time scenarios. For many, the experience leads to results—both personally and professionally.

Read more: https://www.villanova.edu/vu/magazine/fall-2025/find-your-seat-sealing-the-deal.html

Last week, VSB held its annual Bartley Medallion Ceremony to honor two outstanding alumni. VSB was proud to recognize the 2026 Rev. Joseph C. Bartley, O.S.A. Medallion recipient, Michael J. Mahoney ’72 VSB, and inaugural Rev. Joseph C. Bartley, O.S.A. Young Alumni Medallion recipient, Mario Masrieh ’12 VSB. Both honorees exemplify the spirit of VSB through their professional excellence and extraordinary commitment to service.

As the highest distinction VSB can bestow upon its alumni, the Bartley Medallion recognizes leaders who make a meaningful impact in their careers, communities and at Villanova.

The evening brought community members together for a memorable celebration, featuring remarks from University President the Rev. Peter M. Donohue, OSA, PhD, ’75 CLAS, and Wen Mao, PhD, The Helen and William O’Toole Dean of VSB.

Thank you to all who joined us in honoring Michael and Mario!

Congratulations to Sofia Arrascue ’26 VSB and John Henry Gingrich ’26 VSB for their recognition as Poets&Quants For Undergrads 100 Best & Brightest Undergraduate Business Majors of 2026. Now in its 11th year, the Best & Brightest honors 100 senior business students from the Top 50 undergraduate business programs who made a significant impact on their programs and personified the best of their cohorts. https://www.villanova.edu/university/business/about-vsb/news/pressreleases/2026/0415.html

The expectations for new accountants are shifting—and so are the pathways to becoming a CPA.

In this article, Luke Watson, faculty director for the Master of Accounting with Data Analytics, shares how students can differentiate themselves and prepare for long-term success in the profession.

Explore more:
https://www.villanova.edu/university/business/academics/graduate-programs/accounting/stories/standing-out-in-a-dynamic-profession.html

This Easter, we embrace the spirit of renewal and hope. VSB celebrates the season with warmth, love, and a shared sense of joy and new beginnings.

During Passover, we come together in a spirit of shared celebration and community, embracing freedom, hope, and the joy of supporting one another.

What happens when AI stops just generating content—and starts acting on its own? In this Inspiring Minds podcast episode, Nitin Joglekar, PhD, dives into the fast-evolving world of agentic AI and what it means for the future of work. Drawing on research and collaboration at the Villanova School of Business, he explores how these systems could reshape organizations—from decision-making and workflows to innovation and productivity.

But with greater autonomy comes bigger questions:
How much control should AI have?
What guardrails are needed?
And how can leaders prepare for what’s next?

🎧Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on the opportunities—and responsibilities—of agentic AI. https://lnkd.in/eqBEKjJA