An Advocate for All

Britney Davis ’15 ChE receives 2024 Young Alumni Medal

Britney Davis ’15 ChE was named the recipient of the 2024 Young Alumni Medal, presented by the Villanova University Alumni Association. The award honors alumni who have made outstanding contributions professionally, academically and in service to the University.

With a background in process engineering and production management, Davis’ career has been marked by a commitment to operational excellence and innovation, as well as the development of STEM outreach programs.

Davis has generously given her time and expertise in support of Villanova’s students, especially those within the College of Engineering. She guides students each year as a mentor within the Career Compass program and also serves on the College’s E15 Advisory Board, which is composed of recent graduates whose mission is to increase young alumni engagement.

“As an alum, Britney has embodied Villanova’s mission through her commitment to serving the greater good, both at her alma mater and within her profession,” says Sheila Doherty, associate vice president for Alumni Relations.

“She is incredibly successful as an engineer and a stalwart supporter of our students through her mentorship and tireless advocacy for multiple initiatives at the University.”

Davis has championed the advancement of Black and underrepresented students and alumni in STEM fields. In 2022, in recognition of her contributions to engineering education, she received the Gary A. Gabriele Memorial Award, which recognizes Engineering alumni who have promoted parity in the field. She previously demonstrated leadership in service as a senior project lead at Dana Inc. by strengthening the company’s African American Resource Group Annual Challenge, which promotes the exploration of STEM programs among middle and high school students.

At Villanova, Davis revived and now actively supports the student chapter of the National Society of Black Engineers. She is a highly engaged member of the Villanova University Black Alumni affinity network, for which she is finishing a term as Student Liaison Lead. Davis has served as a panel speaker at Villanova University Black History Month celebrations and the VU Women in Tech Conference. She has also further promoted Villanova’s mission by leading service initiatives for the annual St. Thomas of Villanova Day of Service.

“I know firsthand what it is like to enter a new chapter of your life and not fully understand the options before you,” Davis says. “If I can serve as a resource to build stronger foundations for students using my own experiences, then I will gladly do whatever it takes, whether that includes mentoring students who are beginning their professional journeys, reviewing résumés or participating in University events and programs. I am a firm believer in showing up for others, because that is the only way to truly make a positive difference.”