Rebecca Janae Smither Graduates from Alvernia University

2013 May 9

Rebecca Janae Smither of Reading, Pa., Berks County, will receive a Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education from Alvernia University summa cum laude. Smither studied at the university's Main Campus.

Alvernia's graduation ceremonies on May 11, 2013 include a Baccalaureate Mass (10:30 a.m.) on main campus, and Commencement (2 p.m.) at the Sovereign Center, Reading, Pa. Commencement speaker Dr. Beverly Malone will receive an honorary degree of humane letters before addressing students.

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.