Lauren Pierce receives Real World Experience Award

2016 Sep 22

Lauren Pierce of Enfield, Conn., is one of 10 Alvernia students among the first class of Real World Experience Award recipients this fall. A sophomore studying Forensic Science and Chemistry at Alvernia, Pierce will use award funds for an internship with the Berks County Coroner's Office.

The new awards are provided through the university's Real-World Experience program, geared to expand students' access to experiential learning opportunities in all academic areas.

Students applying for Real World Experience Awards receive up to $2,000 to support participation in a variety of opportunities, including Alvernia's Washington Center program, undergraduate research, studying abroad, distance internships, alternative break experiences and service-learning. Importantly, the awards will not reduce the amount of any financial aid students already receive.