Meet the Student Advisory Council!

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, careers, 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.

Camille Ferace

Hello! My name is Camille Ferace. I am a senior English and Communications double major. I plan on attending law school following graduation and had the amazing opportunity to intern at my local District Attorney’s office this past summer. Throughout this internship, I was able to sit in on numerous trials and hearings, read different cases, and gain exposure to the field and study of law. On campus, I am involved with many organizations including being on the volunteers committee for Special Olympics and Vice President of Operation Smile! I am very excited to be a part of the Student Advisory Council and cannot wait to be a contributing voice for the English department, which is such a great group of individuals!

Maria Therese Barry

I am Maria Therese Barry, a junior English major from Colorado with minors in Spanish Language and Literature and Humanities. Starting this year, I am working as a tutor at Villanova's Writing Center! I also enjoy my involvement with student organizations on campus such as the Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week committee, Ellipsis literary magazine, the Copy Desk staff of The Villanovan, and Pastoral Musicians. Next semester in Spring 2025, I will be studying abroad at the University of Oxford, which I am very excited about! While I am away, I will really miss the people at the VU English department, along with the department's knack for combining a supportive academic community with fun social events.

Ailish Wilson

My name is Ailish Wilson, and I'm a junior English and economics major. I'm involved in organizations such as the Irish dance team, campus ministry, and The Villanovan. I am excited for everything that the English advisory council is planning!

Emily Hanlon

I am Emily Hanlon, a senior English major and Irish Studies minor. On campus, I am involved in Ellipsis Literary Magazine where I serve as the Co-Director of Social Media and Marketing and am of course involved in the wonderful English Department Student Advisory Council! I also work on campus as an Office Assistant in the Chemistry Department and have been involved with the New Student Orientation Program as a Transfer Counselor and as the Transfer Captain on the Steering Committee. In the future I plan to apply to law school! 

Sonia Singh

My name is Sonia Singh, and I'm a senior English major and an aspiring college professor and researcher. I transferred to Villanova two years ago and am going into my third year here. I am the Director of Outreach and Administration of ELLIPSIS, which is one of the literary magazines on campus, on the steering committee for VU Pride, and an RA in Trinity hall. I am a huge Agatha Christie, romance, and fantasy fan! I will never say no to buying a pretty notebook (the collection of unused pretty notebooks I have is beside the point)!

Katie Lewis

My name is Katie Lewis and I am a junior English and Communication major from Miami, FL. I have concentrations in Writing & Rhetoric and Journalism. My main interests and career goals are in writing and journalism. I am Co-Sports Editor of The Villanovan and a Sports Desk Intern with The Philadelphia Inquirer. At Villanova, I’m also a member of the Honors Program, Faith & Learning Scholars program, and the club tennis team.

Will Corliss

My name is Will Corliss. I am a senior English and Psychology double major (with a focus in pre-law) from Barnegat, NJ. I am a huge fan/nerd of lacrosse, basketball, and football. On campus, I work as a tutor at the Writing Center and participate in a handful of intramural sports. I plan on attending law school after graduating, and although every English class is great preparation for a legal career, my time in Legal Writing and Analysis was one of my favorite academic experiences at Villanova. I conducted legal research project that analyzed and advocated for the benefits of natural grass over artificial turf fields in professional football. During my research, I talked with Andrew Brandt, former Green Bay Packers Vice President and current Executive Director of the Moorad Center for the Study of Sports Law at Villanova Law, examining sections of the NFL’s Collective Bargaining Agreement regarding player injury lawsuits as well as proposed solutions for artificial turf-using teams to implement natural grass in the future. I strongly believe that the versatility of the English major here at Villanova is a valuable and worthwhile investment for any student in CLAS!

Bianca Brucker

Hi! My name is Bianca Brucker and I am a Junior English and Peace and Justice major with minors in Communication and Writing and Rhetoric from Bel Air, Maryland. On campus I am involved in Villanova's Service-Learning Community, Villanova Student Theatre, Villanova's Mock Trial Team, and Villanova's Pre-Law Society. My favorite English course taken at Villanova so far is a course titled, "Motherhood and Reproductive Fictions" with Dr. Lutes. (I highly recommend taking it!!) This summer, I had the amazing opportunity to study abroad in Greece, through Villanova's communication department. My study abroad gave me a newfound passion for Greek Literature. After graduating Villanova, I hope to attend Law School! 

Amanda McKean

My name is Amanda McKean, and I am a senior English and Political Science double major. My goal is to attend law school in 1-2 years but until that time I want to work in a law firm or under a lawyer to get some experience in the field. At Villanova, I am a columnist for the sports section of The Villanovan, a member of COV, and I work at the Career Center! I am excited to join this great group of peers and being a representative of the English Department! 

Mickey Wilcox

My name is Mickey Wilcox, and I am a senior English and Classical Studies double major, along with minors in Creative Writing and Business. Besides the Student Advisory Council, I am the Secretary of Villanova Student Musical Theatre, and have performed in many musicals on campus. I thrive in the English Department in part due to our wonderful professors. Each and every one not only wants to see you succeed, but is dedicated to helping you become a stronger writer, a closer reader, and the best version of yourself.