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Double-majoring commuter student praises Alvernia's hands-on experiences
Jonny Division Martinez '25 embodies the perfect student experience.Raised in the Virgin Islands and Reading, Pa., Martinez chose Alvernia for its combination of affordability, hands-on learning and the flexibility that comes with being a commuter...
Wide range of Alvernia experiences helped prepare for role as U.S. Navy nurse, alumna says
PHOTO: Morgan Petry, at right, during an Alternative Break trip to Cuba.When it came to selecting a place to continue her education, Long Island, N.Y., resident Morgan Petry '19 dreamed it would be a place where she could entertain more than one p...
O'Pake director honored for debut book chronicling Latine stories
Lizette Epps, MBA, CUDE, CNP, AWA, Executive Director of Community and Economic Development at Alvernia University's O’Pake Institute for Economic Development & Entrepreneurship, recently celebrated a significant career milestone: the publicat...
Physician Associate faculty making difference with volunteer work in Philadelphia
Alvernia’s Master of Medical Science in Physician Associate Studies program is about to welcome its first cohort, but two of its faculty members have already been making a difference in the region.Stephanie Pillai, MPAS, MS, PA-C, Director of Outr...