Edwin Torres Named to Society for Human Resource Management at Alvernia University

2013 Mar 27

Edwin Torres, a resident of West Lawn, Pa., was named President of the university's Society for Human Resource Management in 2013 Fall. Torres is a Business Management major at Alvernia, and a graduate of Wilson High School.

The purpose of the Society for Human Resource Management is to acquaint students seeking careers in management, human resource management or labor relations with current issues and trends in these fields. Student members have been active participants in various community events such as Toys for Tots, Road Run, MADD fundraisers, and the Chapter's Annual Animals Need Food, Too campaign. SHRM has participated in Christmas on Campus, the Turkey Drive, and Trick-or-Treat for Unicef as service projects. Members of SHRM have also attended national conferences in Chicago, New Orleans, and San Diego.

ALVERNIA is a fast growing Franciscan university, grounded in the Catholic and liberal arts traditions, that combines diverse academic opportunities with personal attention and an unmatched commitment to community service. Situated on a scenic 121-acre suburban campus in historic Berks County, Pa., the university supports a rigorous and caring learning community that is home to more than 3,000 students. For more information visit alvernia.edu.