Why We Dance

Special Events Team, ‘26

NOVAdance for more smiles and happy memories, so kids can be kids, so parents know they are not alone in this battle. I NOVAdance to spread positivity on and off campus, to live like Andrew, to uphold the "why's" of every person in Jake Nevin on the day of, to surround myself with people who have a shared goal of contributing to a cause bigger than themselves.

Merch Team, ‘25

I NOVAdance because I could never imagine what it is like for a family to have to hear the words “your child has cancer.” I see what cancer put my family, and other families through; I would not wish that hardship upon anyone, especially a child who has their entire life ahead of them.

Hospitality Chair, ‘25

I NOVAdance for my cousin Caitlin who courageously battled leukemia and for all the B+ heroes who deserve a happy and healthy childhood. I NOVAdance so kids can get the treatment they need, I NOVAdance to fundraise for cutting-edge research that will hopefully end pediatric cancer. Lastly, I NOVAdance to be surrounded by like-minded, passionate individuals who believe in this cause. 

Student Involvement Co-Chair, ‘26

When I started, my why was for my dad. He is the strongest person I know and after watching him fight cancer I wanted to continue fighting it for others. After being involved with NOVAdance for a year, I saw just how many families are fighting pediatric cancer, and my why quickly became more centered on fighting for those families, not just in honor of my own.

I NOVAdance for Frankie. So that Villanova and the rest of the world never forgets just how hard he loved, and never stops being inspired by him and his family. Frankie and the Knowles showed NOVAdance what it truly means to be positive, and I want to spend the rest of my time at Villanova fighting hard to keep his legacy alive.

Morale Committee Color Team Captain, ‘26

I NOVAdance so that every single child who has been diagnosed with cancer knows that someone out there appreciates, loves, and cares for them. This world needs more love, and NOVAdance is one of the best ways to bring this much needed love into the world.

Engagement Coordinator, ‘26

I NOVAdance for life. I NOVAdance because those most curious of the world should be able to experience it, and their families should have the support they need during the toughest of times. I NOVAdance because I believe in the power of collective action to bring about positive change.

Mass Communication Co-Chair, ‘25

NOVAdance allows individuals to come together to be the strongest support system for our B+ Heroes and beyond. I NOVAdance to spread positivity, kindness and empathy to children and their families during a time where they should never be alone. I NOVAdance for brighter futures and more birthdays. I NOVAdance for my Nanny, Pop-pop and friend Robbie.

Hospitality Team, ‘26

I NOVAdance for our Heroes, so that no one fights alone, and to fight childhood cancer. Most importantly, I NOVAdance for my sister. My family and I are constantly grateful for the doctors and the care Lexi received. I NOVAdance so that other kids like my sister can have the same fighting chance that she did and so that we can see more smiles and hear more laughs.

NOVAdance has given me a family that I never knew I needed, and now cannot live without.

Engagement Coordinator Team, ‘25

I NOVAdance for my friend Kyle, to continue to help the B+ Heroes, who deserve long, happy, and healthy lives, and to help make the cure for childhood cancer become a reality sooner.