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Innovative RA programs build community in resident halls

During the Fall 2025 semester, Alvernia University Resident Assistants (RAs) successfully hosted 80 programs, balancing their academic coursework, extracurricular involvement, and leadership responsibilities.

Alvernia University Carnegie Community Engagement Classification 2026

Alvernia University renews Carnegie Community Engagement Classification

Recognition affirms 40-hour service requirement, CollegeTowne partnerships and mission-driven impact

Alvernia University launches online Doctor of Education in Transformative Education

New doctoral program prepares educational leaders for applied, innovative change; first cohort begins fall 2026

Alvernia University selects design and build team for American House at Reading CollegeTowne project

University advancing historic rehabilitation and phased interior renovations at 354 Penn St.

Resident Assistants Partake in Local Community Service Efforts

Resident Assistants combine leadership development with meaningful community impact

Nathan Thomas Receives Innovative Teaching Award

Alvernia theatre professor recognized for Innovative Teaching Excellence award

Nathan Thomas, Ph.D., professor and founder of the theatre program at Alvernia University, was recognized with the Innovative Teaching Award from the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF) Region 2.

Alvernia University Colleges of Distinction Business Program Honor 2025_2026

Alvernia University's undergraduate business programs earn 2025-26 business colleges of distinction honor

Recognition highlights applied learning, mentoring and career-aligned outcomes

Athletic Training Students at EATA Conference

Alvernia MSAT candidates present research at Eastern Athletic Trainers’ Association (EATA) convention

Students gain experiential learning and professional experience while contributing to their field of study

Student Achievements

2024 DPT Pro Bono Wellness Screening Clinic

Physical Therapy students provide pro-bono services to 25 Berks County residents

Third-year Alvernia University Doctor of Physical Therapy candidates provided pro-bono services to 25 Berks County community volunteers during the second annual American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Annual Visit for Older Adults.

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2024 Sustainability Immersion Trip Grand Manan Canada

Alvernia students and alums take week abroad at sustainable eco-retreat in Canada

Seven Alvernia University students & alums studied abroad through the Sustainability Immersion Program in Grand Manan Island in New Brunswick, Canada.

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President Glynis Fitzgerald Trustee Ginger Kunkel Habitat for Humaity charity event O'pake Fellows build birdhouse

Engineering students craft Francis Hall-inspired birdhouse for local charity event

In alignment with Alvernia University's core value of service, engineering students and O'Pake Fellows, Robert Philpot, Kayla Moriarty, Gabriel Malek, and Jack Badalamenti designed, built and donated a birdhouse inspired by campus landmark, Francis Hall, for Habitat for Humanity of Berks County's largest charity event of the year.

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Latest Magazine Articles

Matthew Lackman wins Alvernia’s first title with the support of brother, a fellow championship winner

Former collegiate foes on the mat, the brothers relish reuniting as teammates for a year.

Solar panels, student ambassador program herald Alvernia’s amplified focus on sustainability

Drawing upon the Franciscan attributes of caring for the environment and reverence for all creation, the university has stepped up its focus on nurturing the environment.

President's Column, Fall 2025: At Alvernia, you’re family

Students and employees are part of a tight-knit community that reveres the dignity of each individual and fosters a sense of responsibility to others.

Alvernia secures legacy of mission moment tradition

An updated print collection and a new interactive kiosk and website will help keep alive the thoughts, stories, prayers, poems or inspired readings meant to connect students to the university’s Franciscan values.

Upcoming Events

Study Abroad with Total Experience Learning Online Information Session: Feb. 25

Join TExpL as we travel to Oxford, England, for a week-long summer fellowship and 3-credit graduate level course from August 3-7, 2026. In this Feb. 25 information session, students will gain an understanding of MED 690: Creativity and Innovation at Oxford from the TExpL instructors teaching the course this summer.

Study Abroad with Total Experience Learning Online Information Session: March 5

Join TExpL as we travel to Oxford, England, for a week-long summer fellowship and 3-credit graduate level course from August 3-7, 2026. In this March 5 information session, students will gain an understanding of MED 690: Creativity and Innovation at Oxford from the TExpL instructors teaching the course this summer.

Physician Associate Virtual Information Session

Join us for a virtual information session on March 10, where you’ll learn more about our Master of Medical Science in Physician Associate Studies program.

RN to BSN Virtual Information Session

Join us for a virtual information session on March 12, where you’ll learn more about our online RN to BSN Completion Program, featuring flexible 100% online courses, accelerated options, generous transfer credits, and CCNE-accredited education.

Masters in Nursing Virtual Information Session

Are you a nurse thinking about the next step in your career? Want to take on more responsibility in patient care? Lead teams? Teach the next generation of nurses? A Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree at Alvernia University could be the perfect move. Learn more about the program at a March 12 virtual information session.

Study Abroad with Total Experience Learning Online Information Session: March 16

Join TExpL as we travel to Oxford, England, for a week-long summer fellowship and 3-credit graduate level course from August 3-7, 2026. In this March 16 information session, students will gain an understanding of MED 690: Creativity and Innovation at Oxford from the TExpL instructors teaching the course this summer.