Alumni, Friends & Donors
Overview of Alumni and Advancement Initiatives
As a member of the Alvernia alumni community, you are entitled to many benefits—tuition and bookstore discounts, travel packages, sporting events, and alumni get-togethers. In addition to a robust calendar of events, the University also seeks alumni participation philanthropically through the Alvernia Fund and Values & Vision: The Alvernia 50th Anniversary Campaign which to date has raised more than $17 million against a goal of $27 million. Read More
Events Calendar
Alvernia Headlines
God, Science, and Designer Genes
10/28/2009Alvernia duo Spencer Stober, Ph.D., and Donna Yarri Ph.D., discussed their new book, God, Science, and Designer Genes: An Exploration of Emerging Technologies as part of the 2009 Literary Festival—Life Between the Pages—to a packed crowd today.
Read MoreAlvernia honors Paul Roedel, Berks Women in Crisis, and Mary's Home/Mary's Shelter
10/16/2009Alvernia University hosted its annual President’s Dinner, Thursday, Oct. 15, at 7:00 p.m., to honor organizations and individuals who have made a significant impact on Alvernia and its surrounding community. This year’s recipients were Paul R. Roedel (Franciscan Award), Berks Women in Crisis (Pro Urbe Award), and Mary’s Home/Mary’s Shelter (Pro Urbe Award).
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Alvernia University’s Homecoming & Family Weekend
A weekend full of fun and festivities is planned for Alvernia alumni, friends, parents, current students, faculty, and staff members! Join us October 16-18 for some (or all!) of the following activities:
- Hypnotist Sailesh
- Class of 1969 Reunion Luncheon
- Alumni Awards Ceremony
- Murder Mystery Dinner
- Comedian Hasan Minhaj
- Home Athletic Events
Donor Profile
Claire Fleming '77
has been active her whole life in her community. That community includes her family, her Church and her many volunteer commitments. That community also includes Alvernia University who Claire credits with giving her an opportunity to get an education when there were not many opportunities available for a nontraditional student.
Claire is now retired from a successful banking career and she gives back to her community in many ways. At Alvernia, Claire has set up her legacy to profoundly improve the intellectual lives of future Alvernia students. Claire is a member of the St. Clare Legacy Society.
The St. Clare Society was established in 2001 to honor those who have ensured the future of the University by naming Alvernia in their will or in other ways making it part of their estate plans. To learn more about how both you and Alvernia can benefit from gift planning please contact Zane Gizzi, Director of Gift Planning, at (610) 796-8410.
Supporting Alvernia
Gifts of Time
From mentoring students to serving on committees, Alvernia University is blessed with many alumni and friends who share their time to benefit students at all levels.
Gifts of Talent
Alumni and friends have chaired committees such as the 50th Anniversary Committee and the Values and Vision
Comprehensive Campaign. The Board of Trustees comprises forty volunteers—campus, community, congregational, and business leaders—devoted to advancing the institution.
Gifts of Treasure
Your gifts to Alvernia University regardless of size are deeply appreciated and always put to good use. Philanthropic gifts help ensure that Alvernia University is advancing its mission and creating the best possible student experience.