Founded in 1958, Alvernia University is a Catholic comprehensive university known for its mission-driven, community-engaged education that prepares students for high-impact, high-earning careers. Its SOLAR culture of care supports student success across eastern Pennsylvania through flexible program offerings, including an online presence, and strong partnerships.
(see more)Founded in 1958, Alvernia University is a Catholic comprehensive university known for its mission-driven, community-engaged education that prepares students for high-impact, high-earning careers. Its SOLAR culture of care supports student success across eastern Pennsylvania through flexible program offerings, including an online presence, and strong partnerships.
Alvernia students volunteer summer break in West Virginia
Alvernia students spent a week of the 2019 summer break volunteering at the Bethlehem Farm in Alderson, West Virginia, through the university's Alternative Break program. Students experienced living simply in a prayer community while learning about sustainable practices and working on different projects such as home repair and gardening.
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2019 Jul 17
Alvernia students volunteer summer break in Reading
Alvernia students spent a week of the 2019 summer break volunteering in Reading, Pennsylvania, through Alvernia University's Alternative Break program. Along with their staff advisors, the students assisted a diverse group of non-profit organizations that included the Opportunity House, Phoebe Berks, Helping Harvest, Hope Rescue Mission, Mother Veronica Resource Center, St. Joseph's Villa, and Alvernia's very own Bog Turtle Creek Farm.
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2019 Jul 10
Alvernia students serve Camden Community
Alvernia students spent a week of their 2019 summer working to make a difference in Reading, Pa., Alderson, W. Va., and Camden, N.J through the University's Alternative Break programs.
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2019 Jul 3
Student Ambassadors named at Alvernia University
Student Ambassadors have been named at Alvernia University for the 2019-2020 academic year. Ambassadors actively participate in campus events, generate student involvement and serve as a network for other activities and organizations on campus. The program is highly competitive and requires interested students to submit an essay, two letters of recommendation and complete professional interviews.
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2019 Jun 18
Dean's List Announced at Alvernia University
The following students have been named to Alvernia University's Dean's List for the spring 2019 semester. To be eligible for the Dean's List, students must carry a semester GPA of 3.5 or better and take a minimum of 12 credits.
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2019 Jun 11
Alvernia University Class of 2019 Graduates
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.
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2019 Jun 5
Alvernia Students Take Part in Alternative Breaks this Spring
Alvernia students spent their 2019 spring break working to make a difference in Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Tucson, Arizona, and Cuba through Alvernia University's Alternative Break programs.
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2019 May 29
Alvernia Students Receive Awards at Honors Convocation
Alvernia University held it's annual Honors Convocation on Sunday, April 14, 2019, at the Physical Education Center. Ceremony speakers included longtime Alvernia President Thomas F. Flynn and 2019 Senior Scholar Hayley Haggerty. Visit Alvernia.edu for a full list of award recipients.
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2019 May 29
Alvernia Students Take Part in Alternative Breaks this Winter
College students worked with children and adults in San Domingo, Dominican Republic this winter through Alvernia University's Alternative Break programs.
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2019 May 29
Alvernia Students Take Part in Alternative Breaks this Spring
Alvernia students spent their 2019 spring break working to make a difference in Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Tucson, Arizona, and Cuba through Alvernia University's Alternative Break programs.
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2019 May 7
Alvernia Students Take Part in Alternative Breaks this Spring
Alvernia students are spending their 2019 Spring break working to make a difference in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Washington D.C., Tucson, Arizona, and Cuba through Alvernia University's Alternative Break programs.
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2019 May 7
Dean's List Announced at Alvernia University
The following students have been named to Alvernia University's Dean's List for the fall 2018 semester. To be eligible for the Dean's List, students must carry a semester GPA of 3.5 or better and take a minimum of 12 credits.
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2019 Feb 18
Dean's List Announced at Alvernia University
The following students have been named to Alvernia University's Dean's List for the spring 2018 semester. To be eligible for the Dean's List, students must carry a semester GPA of 3.5 or better and take a minimum of 12 credits.
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2018 Jun 28
Students Perform in Spring Concert
Members of Alvernia University's Chorus and Concert Band performed a spring concert in Francis Hall Theater, Sat., May 5.
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2018 Jul 9
Alvernia University Class of 2018 Graduates
The Alvernia University Class of 2018 earned associate, bachelor, master and doctoral degrees this May. Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement ceremonies were held May 12.
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2018 Jun 26
Students Participate in the Alvernia Emergency Responders Club at Alvernia University
The following students participated in the Alvernia Emergency Responders Club at Alvernia University during 2017-18.
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2018 Jun 15
Students Participate in the Alvernia Dance Company
The following students participated in the Alvernia Dance Company during 2017-18.
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2018 Jun 15
Students Participate in the Education Association at Alvernia University
The following students participated in the Education Association at Alvernia University during 2017-18.
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2018 Jun 15
Students Participate in Commuter Council at Alvernia University
The following students participated in Commuter Council at Alvernia University during 2017-18.
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2018 Jun 15
Students Participate in Criminal Justice Association at Alvernia University
The following students participated in the Criminal Justice Association at Alvernia University during 2017-18.
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2018 Jun 15
Students Participate in the Circle K club at Alvernia University
The following students participated in the Circle K club at Alvernia University during 2017-18.
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2018 Jun 15
Students Participate in the Change Health Attitudes and Actions Club at Alvernia University
The following students participated in the Change Health Attitudes and Actions Club at Alvernia University during 2017-18.
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2018 Jun 15
Students Participate in Campus Activities Board at Alvernia University
The following students participated in the Campus Activities Board at Alvernia University during 2017-18.
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2018 Jun 15
Students Participate in Black Student Union and Ethnic Awareness Society
The following students participated in the Black Student Union and Ethnic Awareness Society at Alvernia University during 2017-18.
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2018 Jun 15
Students Participate in Behavioral Health club at Alvernia University
The following students participated in the Behavioral Health club at Alvernia University during 2017-18.
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2018 Jun 15
Students Participate in Athletic Training club at Alvernia University
The following students participated in the Athletic Training Student Association at Alvernia University in 2017-18.
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2018 Jun 12
Students Participate in Alpha Phi Omega at Alvernia University
The following students participated in the Alpha Phi Omega at Alvernia University during 2017-18.
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2018 Jun 12
Students Participate in AMA Club at Alvernia University
The following students participated in the American Marketing Association at Alvernia University during 2017-18.
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2018 Jun 12
Students Participate in Active Minds club at Alvernia University
Alvernia students participated in the Active Minds Club at Alvernia University in 2017-18.
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2018 Jun 12
Alvernia Students Named to St. Thomas More Honor Society
Hard-working Alvernia University students were named to the St. Thomas More honor society in 2018.
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2018 May 24