Alvernia University

610 students earned associate, bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees from Alvernia University during the 2022-23 academic year. Graduates from August 2022, December 2022 and May 2023 celebrated by walking across the stage during a pair of commencement ceremonies on May 13, 2023. "Four years ago, we welcomed many of you, both students and guests alike, to our university at our Opening Convocation," said President-Elect, Dr. Glynis A. Fitzgerald. "Flash forward to today and I can honestly say we have transformed together in so many ways. I've loved the opportunities to get to know you and your unique stories."

Alvernia University celebrated more than 600 students in the Class of 2024 with a commencement ceremony at the Santander Arena in downtown Reading, Pa. on May 11, 2024 as a part of a revamped graduating student celebration weekend in front of family and friends. "This year's commencement carries a profound significance for each one of us," said Alvernia University President Glynis A. Fitzgerald, Ph.D. "Being together holds a special meaning for the over 400 students here who graduated high school in May 2020, when the challenges brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic deprived you of this pivotal milestone. I hope you've had the opportunity in recent weeks to honor this rite of passage. Rest assured, these cherished traditions that you helped create will be here ready to welcome you back to campus." Graduates earned associate, bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees as the university celebrated an indoor commencement at Santander Arena for the first time since 2019. Beginning this year, the university restructured its graduating student event schedule to allow for more accessible travel for parents and other loved ones to participate in the various events, which included health science programs pinning ceremonies, a senior athlete award reception, an honors convocation and a baccalaureate mass. "The Class of 2024 has faced unparalleled challenges, navigating the turbulent waters of the COVID-19 pandemic with unwavering strength and resilience," said student speaker and youngest graduate Cora Cox. "Despite the upheaval it brought to our lives, we refused to be defined by adversity. Instead, we rose to the occasion, demonstrating extraordinary adaptability and perseverance in the face of uncertainty. The world eagerly awaits your brilliance, your passion, and your boundless potential. Go forth and make your mark on the world, knowing that you carry with you the values of Alvernia and the spirit of service, compassion, and humility." Longtime public service executive and global engagement leader George S. Rice, Jr. '85 was presented with an honorary degree of humane letters and shared his experiences through the concepts of language and space to inspire the Class of 2024. "The imprint you make will set the tone for those who come after you," said Rice. "They'll need your vision. My generation and every generation are represented in this room we need your vision. What you're taking away today from Alvernia isn't a rote vision to implement. Rather, it's the capacity to take in all that you experience in order to shape a vision. To use language and intent to nurture that vision. To make that vision the space in which we live. The space where we can all thrive." As the ceremony concluded, a scrolling list of names of every graduate, appeared on the newly installed video boards at the arena and Santander Arena, and confetti cannons showered the graduates in maroon and gold confetti. Alvernia University Class of 2024 By the Numbers: 606 total graduates 503 Pennsylvania Residents 260 Berks County Residents 2,900 miles is the farthest distance traveled for students within the U.S. to attend Alvernia University 130 are first-generation college graduates 18 is the age of the youngest graduate 62 is the age of the oldest graduate 11 graduates are military veterans 8 countries represented by graduating students See the commencement stories, photos and videos by CLICKING HERE.

Over 670 students earned associate, bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees from Alvernia University during the 2021-22 academic year. Graduates from August 2021, December 2021 and May 2022 celebrated by walking across the stage on May 14, 2022.

Nearly 650 students earned associate, bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees from Alvernia University during the 2020-21 academic year. Graduates from August 2020, December 2020 and May 2021 celebrated by walking across the stage at First Energy Stadium on May 15, 2021.

More than 700 students earned associate, bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees from Alvernia in May. Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement ceremonies were held May 11th.

The Alvernia University Class of 2018 earned associate, bachelor, master and doctoral degrees this May. Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement ceremonies were held May 12.

Students earned Associate of Science, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Social Work, Master of Business Administration, Master of Education, Master of Science in Occupational Therapy, and Doctoral degrees from Alvernia University, December 2016.

After several years of hard work, graduates earned Doctor of Philosophy in Leadership degrees from Alvernia University.

The Alvernia University Class of 2017 earned associate, bachelor, master and doctoral degrees this May. Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement ceremonies were held May 13.

Alvernia students in the School of Graduate and Adult Education completed their master's degrees this may.

Graduates completing the five year Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program at Alvernia University earn both master's and bachelor degrees.

Alvernia undergraduate students earn Associate of Science, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Bachelor of Social Work degrees this May.

Alvernia undergraduate students earned Associate of Science, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Bachelor of Social Work degrees this fall.

After several years of hard work, graduates earned Doctor of Philosophy in Leadership degrees from Alvernia University.

These Alvernia School of Graduate and Adult Education students earned Master of Arts, Master in Business Administration, Master of Education, and Master of Science in Nursing degrees this fall.

Graduates completing the five year Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program at Alvernia University earn both master's and bachelor degrees.

Alvernia undergraduate students earn Associate of Science, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Bachelor of Social Work degrees this May.

Alvernia students in the School of Graduate and Adult Education earn Master of Arts in Liberal Studies, Master of Arts in Community Counseling, Master in Business Administration, Master of Education, Master of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in Occupational Therapy and Doctor of Philosophy in Leadership degrees this May.

Alvernia students in the School of Graduate and Adult Education earn Master of Arts, Master in Business Administration, Master of Education, Master of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in Occupational Therapy and Doctor of Philosophy in Leadership degrees this December.

Alvernia undergraduate students earn Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Bachelor of Social Work degrees this May.

Alvernia undergraduate students earn Associate of Science, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Bachelor of Social Work degrees this December.

Alvernia students in the School of Graduate and Adult Education earn Master of Arts, Master in Business Administration, Master of Education, Master of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in Occupational Therapy and Doctor of Philosophy in Leadership degrees this May.

Sara Marie Soto from Birdsboro, Pa., is earning an Associate of Science degree in Business from Alvernia University.

The following local students will graduate from Alvernia University on December 15, 2013:

The following local students will receive Master's Degrees from Alvernia University on May 11, 2013:

The following local students will graduate from Alvernia University on May 11, 2013:

The following local students will graduate from Alvernia University on December 16, 2012:

The following local students will graduate from Alvernia University on December 16, 2012: