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Alvernia News

Stay informed with the latest updates from Alvernia University, featuring stories about campus achievements, faculty successes, and community partnerships. Explore in-depth articles, events, and student accomplishments, showcasing Alvernia's dynamic role in higher education and its commitment to real-world impact. Visit regularly for news that highlights the university’s vibrant community and ongoing initiatives.

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Alvernia News

State awards Redevelopment Capital Assistance Program (RACP) support for Alvernia’s American House

Funding strengthens community health partnership and expands experiential learning in downtown Reading

RACP 2026 American House

Central Penn. Business Journal, Lehigh Valley Business name Alvernia's Giannini to Most Influential Leaders List

Organizations to honor the senior leader on Aug. 18 in Reading

Gaetan Giannini Lehigh Valley Business Award

Alvernia students develop patent-pending nursing education technology, win regional business plan competition

Learn2Inject transforms classroom innovation into award-winning healthcare startup with support from the O'Pake Institute

Learn2Inject O'Pake INstitute Fellows, Engineering Students Win Business Plan Competition

National rankings and local recognition highlight Alvernia's commitment to student success and values

University recognized by Colleges of Distinction, Money magazine and Berks County Living's People's Choice Awards

2026-27 COD

AICUP names President Fitzgerald to Board of Directors

The Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Pennsylvania represents the largest sector of higher education in Pennsylvania, comprising 279,000 students at more than 80 independent nonprofit schools.

Glynis AICUP

Leadership Boot Camp Participants Ring Closing Bell at New York Stock Exchange

Alvernia, Customers Bancorp, Inc. celebrate international graduates after two-week immersive experience

NEEGU NYSE

Remembering John R. Post

The transformational benefactor’s legacy lives on through Reading CollegeTowne and Alvernia’s School of Engineering.

Remembering John R. Post

Over 800 students named to Spring 2026 Dean's List

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.

Spring 2026 Deans List

Upcoming Events

Summer Open House

  • Jul 20, 2026
  • 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Summer Open House consists of a general admissions presentation, tours of a campus, and a FREE catered lunch in the Student Center Dining Hall. With the support from our dedicated faculty members and the undergraduate admissions team, we are available to talk more about your program's curriculum, internships, research opportunities, career pathways and application process. Whether you’re just beginning your college search or narrowing down your options, you'll leave feeling confident and excited about your next steps.

Admissions

Move-In Day 2025 Students

TExpL Graduate Certificate Information Session

  • Jul 21, 2026
  • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Join us for an information session to learn more about the Graduate Certificate in Educational Innovation and Entrepreneurship, offered by Total Experience Learning at Alvernia University. Led by Caryn Stopper, Executive Director of Enrollment and Outreach, you will hear more about:

• The application process
• A deeper understanding of the four courses in the graduate certificate
• The seamless pathway to an advanced degree with Alvernia University

Total Experience Learning

Online Digital Media Marketing Degrees for Creative Professionals

Summer Open House

  • Jul 27, 2026
  • 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Summer Open House consists of a general admissions presentation, tours of a campus, and a FREE catered lunch in the Student Center Dining Hall. With the support from our dedicated faculty members and the undergraduate admissions team, we are available to talk more about your program's curriculum, internships, research opportunities, career pathways and application process. Whether you’re just beginning your college search or narrowing down your options, you'll leave feeling confident and excited about your next steps.

Admissions

Students

Summer Open House

  • Jul 31, 2026
  • 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Summer Open House consists of a general admissions presentation, tours of a campus, and a FREE catered lunch in the Student Center Dining Hall. With the support from our dedicated faculty members and the undergraduate admissions team, we are available to talk more about your program's curriculum, internships, research opportunities, career pathways and application process. Whether you’re just beginning your college search or narrowing down your options, you'll leave feeling confident and excited about your next steps.

Admissions

Students

TExpL Graduate Certificate Information Session

  • Aug 03, 2026
  • 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Join us for an information session to learn more about the Graduate Certificate in Educational Innovation and Entrepreneurship, offered by Total Experience Learning at Alvernia University. Led by Caryn Stopper, Executive Director of Enrollment and Outreach, you will hear more about:

• The application process
• A deeper understanding of the four courses in the graduate certificate
• The seamless pathway to an advanced degree with Alvernia University

Total Experience Learning

Jeri Eifler Online Student

Summer Open House

  • Aug 05, 2026
  • 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Summer Open House consists of a general admissions presentation, tours of a campus, and a FREE catered lunch in the Student Center Dining Hall. With the support from our dedicated faculty members and the undergraduate admissions team, we are available to talk more about your program's curriculum, internships, research opportunities, career pathways and application process. Whether you’re just beginning your college search or narrowing down your options, you'll leave feeling confident and excited about your next steps.

Admissions

Packapalooza 2026