Villanova's English department cares about community--whether that means discussions about literature in class, chatting about moldy mattresses and other horrors during All About the Bagels, or conversations about internships and upcoming classes at the pre-registration reception. Serving many important roles-- peer mentors, representatives of the English department, social media influencers, consultants, members of the English department's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee, journalists, swag designers--students on the Advisory Council do important work shaping our community. Look for them in classes and at English department events and don't be afraid to ask them about the major or share your ideas for Villanova English with them!
I am a senior English major with minors in History and Public Administration. I grew up in Washington, D.C., but most of my family lives in the Midwest (either around Michigan or in Chicago). Growing up in D.C. definitely shaped my career goals, instilling in me the importance of policy and politics in changing lives for the better. Therefore, I plan to enter the field of public policy (more specifically, education policy). After graduating, I would like to pursue my Master’s in public policy, with a focus on sustainable development. I hope to further promote equal access to quality education for all Americans and world citizens. My extracurricular activities include Blue Key Society and working as a Career Assistant at the Villanova Career Center. Last semester, I studied abroad in Prague, Czech Republic - it was amazing! I love to read, especially historical fiction novels, and one of my current favorites is All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr!
Hi! My name is Catherine Wood and I am a senior English major with minors in Business, Communication, and Writing and Rhetoric. I am involved in the Morale Committee for NOVAdance and Alpha Gamma Delta. This summer, I interned at International Gaming Technology in their Total Rewards department, which was a great learning experience for me and allowed me to use my Business minor. I also went abroad to London for eight weeks which was an incredible opportunity that I highly recommend! After college I am hoping to go into either Human Resources or Editing and Publishing.
Hi! My name is Katie Reed, and I am a senior from Bellingham, MA double majoring in English and Communication. At Villanova, I am the news columnist for The Villanovan, a peer mentor for the COM department, and a Lorenzini Leadership Ambassador for the Anne Welsh McNulty Institute for Women's Leadership. I love reading, writing, and thinking creatively, so I am hoping to pursue a career in the editing and publishing field. I love any and every opportunity to hype up the English Department, so I am excited to be on the Student Advisory Council for another year and continue to make the department a welcoming and engaging environment. Email: kreed11@villanova.edu
Hi everyone! My name is Rachel Rhee and I am so excited to serve on the English Department's Student Advisory Council this year. I am a junior English and Communication double major in the Honors Program with a Communication Specialization in Performance Studies. A writer and performer at heart who is passionate about the intersection between storytelling and education, I am interested in pursuing a career in teaching after graduation so I can share my love of reading, writing, and performing with others! On campus, you can find me planning events as the Director of Programming for Villanova's Student Government Association, discussing curriculum as a student representative on the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee for the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, and tap dancing with NOVAnoise. Over Fall Break, I will be traveling to Queen's University in Belfast, Ireland for a creative writing conference and I cannot wait to discuss the experience with others in the department.
Hi! My name is Jenna DeLeo and I am a senior English major with a minor in Education. As a transfer student to Villanova, I understand how overwhelming it can be to start fresh and choose a new path in life. After switching my major three times, I finally found my home in the English department. Feel free to reach out to ask me any and all questions about adjusting or even exploring a new major/minor! I hope to use my creativity and passion for writing in a future career and to fulfill my personal goals. On campus, I am a member of my sorority, Kappa Kappa Gamma, and also enjoy volunteering with local students through education service hours. Off campus, I love spending time with family and friends, spoiling my golden retriever, and reading/watching anything true crime. While I do not yet know exactly where I will end up, I look forward to potentially becoming an English teacher and working with others to help shape a brighter future. My email is jdeleo3@villanova.edu
Lauren Kourey
I am a senior English and Political Science major from the San Francisco Bay Area. On campus, I'm part of the A Capella group, Nothing But Treble, and I write for the Villanovan. I also work on campus as a Student Philanthropy Associate. This summer, I interned in the Washington D.C. area in the Marketing department for a global mobility management company. After graduation, I plan to work in politics, journalism, or publishing.
