Villanova University Graduate Programs in Human Resource Development

09/01/2026

REGISTRATION IS OPEN ON LINKEDIN: https://buff.ly/JwOFnBA

October 13: Data Storytelling with Fiona Jamison, PhD
5:30 Reception | 6:30 In-person & Livestream Session
In this session, Dr. Jamison will share practical approaches to data visualization and storytelling to help HR professionals strengthen recommendations, gain leadership buy-in and improve workplace outcomes.

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09/01/2026

Villanova HRD's HR Development Series is back! This year's theme: The Modern HR Toolbox.

Learn from experienced HR practitioners who bring decades of real-world expertise to every session. Attend virtually or in person and earn 1 SHRM or HRCI recertification credit for each event.

Upcoming sessions:

October 13 | Data Storytelling Fiona Jamison, PhD

November 10 | Executive Presence Kelly Jones

December 8 | Workplace Investigations Keith Black, AWI-CH

From turning data into compelling business insights to strengthening executive presence and navigating workplace investigations, you'll gain practical skills that can make an immediate impact in your organization.

Save the dates and watch for registration information.

08/27/2026

We're so excited to welcome our new and returning Graduate Assistants for their first week with Villanova HRD!

From left to right, Nayanna, Maddie and Sequoia (back row), Abby and Alexis (front row).

Today we had our first VUSHRM officers meeting. Returning GA's Abby and Alexis guided our newest colleagues through their responsibilities and got us all excited about their events this year.

We can't wait to see everything they do 🙂

08/14/2026

Villanova HRD is coming to ! Visit us at Booth 725 to learn more about our programs for people professionals, including two new Graduate Certificates: Artificial Intelligence for HR and Organization Development.

PLUS, you might get your hands on our limited edition HR + AI clutches! It comes with a carabiner too :)

08/05/2026

College of Professional Studies | Villanova University and hit Dallas AI in HR Day to hear what professionals are prioritizing as they redesign work for their people.

We can’t wait to get all the tea from Michaella Scioli who represented CPS, and Bethany Adams from HRD, who by the way is the professor who led design for our new Artificial Intelligence for HR graduate certificate!!

07/30/2026

07/30/2026

The best part of any conference? Great conversations 🩵

We're looking forward to joining HR professionals from across the country at , August 30-September 2.

As the world of work evolves, events like these create opportunities to discover new approaches to leadership and people strategy.

If you're attending, let us know in the comments. We 👏 want👏 to👏 connect👏 !

07/23/2026

Lead A.I. transformation for your organization and distinguish yourself in the job market with Villanova's A.I. for HR graduate certificate! Visit hrprograms.villanova.edu to learn more right now 🏃‍➡️

The Artificial Intelligence for HR graduate certificate at Villanova teaches:
- A.I. applications and limitations
- how to evaluate A.I. systems and insights
- strategies to prepare organizations for A.I.-enabled change
- research methods and data-storytelling
- responsible use of A.I. in HR
- enhancing workflow, supporting employees and improving org outcomes

Did you know 👀👀 👀 👀 coursework you completed in Villanova HRD could count towards your certificate?! Villanova HRD alumni from 2020 to 2026 can return and complete their Artificial Intelligence for HR graduate certificate in as little as 7.5 - 9 credits.

Visit the link in our bio to explore this and other programs for established and emerging HR professionals who want a leading edge in the industry!

07/16/2026

#☕ #📈 #📌 which HR emojis speak to you??

07/14/2026

We're heading to Dallas!

The Villanova Human Resource Development program is proud to sponsor and attend Dallas HR's AI in HR Day on August 5.

The event brings together HR professionals from across industries to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming hiring, learning, workforce planning, employee experience and organizational effectiveness.

If you're attending, we'd love to meet you! Look for Bethany Adams from HRD and Michaella Scioli from Villanova Continuing Professional Studies and tell us what AI in HR challenges are coming up for you and your organization.

See you in Texas!

Learn more about our programs now: https://buff.ly/29KaJvv