Villanova University was founded in 1842 by the Order of Saint Augustine. To this day, Villanova’s Augustinian Catholic intellectual tradition is the cornerstone of an academic community in which students learn to think critically, act compassionately and succeed while serving others. Villanova prepares students to become ethical leaders who create positive change everywhere life takes them.


The strength of the Villanova experience comes in part from the University’s welcoming community. All members are bonded together by a shared responsibility to uphold the ideals of Saint Augustine and let the principles of truth, unity and love guide their lives. The Villanova community helps students grow intellectually, professionally and spiritually, and challenges them to reach their full potential.


The University’s rigorous academic experience, rooted in the liberal arts, forms an environment in which students and professors are partners in learning. The Villanova community is dedicated to providing a personalized experience that fosters every student’s intellectual and spiritual well-being. As part of their education, students are encouraged to enrich their own lives by working for those in need. Through academic and service programs, students use their knowledge, skills and compassion to better the world around them.


There are more than 10,000 undergraduate, graduate and law students in the University’s six colleges—the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the Villanova School of Business, the College of Engineering, the College of Nursing, the College of Professional Studies and the Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law. These colleges are the setting for an experience that develops both the heart and the mind, and creates the atmosphere where students are called to ignite change.


Villanova University is located in a suburban community 12 miles west of Philadelphia, Pa.

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Elected 2017. The designation of ASA Fellow has been a significant honor for nearly 100 years presented to up to one-third of one percent of the total association membership each year. Awarded “For outstanding leadership and mentorship in statistics education, for contributions to the field of statistics education research, and for service to the profession."

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Awarded by the American Statistical Association for Innovation and Excellence in Teaching Elementary Statistics, 2012.

Waller Education Award for Innovation and Excellence in Teaching Elementary Statistics

National award given to a beginning (up to seven years) faculty whose teaching has been extraordinarily successful and whose effectiveness in teaching undergraduate mathematics is shown to have influence beyond their own classrooms.

Mathematical Association of America's 2012 Henry L. Alder Award for Distinguished Teaching by a Beginning College or University Mathematics Faculty Member

This award is given annually to a full-time professor whose courses employ creative techniques to enhance student learning and growth.

Villanova University's Faculty Award for Innovative Teaching, 2010

Advancing Data Science for Students of All Majors

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Dr. Posner is an Accredited Professional Statistician who can provide authoritative expertise on statistical analyses relating to medical and health care data, public health issues and Medicare. He is also nationally recognized for his pedagogy and research in statistics and data science education.

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