Matthew Junio Participating in Alternative Winter Break Program

2016 Jan 15

Matthew Junio of Eddison, N.J., is spending winter break working to help others in Reading, Pa., through an Alvernia University Alternative Break program. Junio is studying Athletic Training at the university.

Participants spend a week learning more about the City of Reading and volunteering at a variety of different social service agencies, including Opportunity House, the Animal Rescue League, City Lights Ministries, Hope's Table Food pantry and Prospectus Berko.

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.