The Alvernia Impact
Discover how Alvernia University students, alumni, and faculty turn education into action. Explore success stories of leadership, service, and innovation that reflect our Franciscan mission. Ready to see where your story begins? Explore how you can join a community that leads with purpose.
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Engineering Fellow puts experiential learning into practice
Robert Philpot’s love of engineering started at a young age. As a boy, he enjoyed constructing items with Legos, letting his imagination run wild. He was also blessed with the ability to understand mathematical concepts easily. Those interests led...
Engineering major wants to help shape new program
The combination of pursuing his dream of playing college baseball and helping to shape a new engineering major program is what initially attracted Evan Thomas to Alvernia University. The Class of 2025 member, who enjoys putting on a pair of s...
Dean's list communication student stokes her passion at Alvernia
Communication creates connections through language, interactions and media. Yesenia Maldonado, a current dean’s list student majoring in media design and production, and minoring in digital media marketing, recognizes the critical part media plays...
Reading Collegiate Scholar pays it forward at former elementary school
Alvernia University's Reading Collegiate Scholars Program (RCSP) gives inner-city students an opportunity to rise above challenging circumstances by preparing them to attend and succeed at college. In turn, RCSP members provide service and improve...