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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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Joseph Mahoney First Engineering Class

Washington Post publishes article by School of Engineering director

As the inaugural chair of Alvernia's John R. Post School of Engineering, Joseph Mahoney, Ph.D., is used to seeing his name in print. But a recent publication was extra special."What running with a jogging stroller does to your body," an article co...

  • College of Innovation, Discovery, and Enterprise
  • 2026
Sonya comeback

Nursing passion drives educational comeback

Sonya's Comeback StoryCreate Your ComebackNearly three decades after earning her associate degree in nursing from Alvernia, Sonya Naugle ’25 returned to the classroom and proudly crossed the graduation stage again on May 10, 2025 — this time with ...

  • College of Health Sciences
  • 2026
English Bradley comeback

Online-program flexibility helps ambitious adult student create her comeback

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  • College of Business, Communication, and Leadership
  • 2026
Jeff Bush '79 and family

Alumnus gives back to give others an opportunity

When Jeff Bush ’79 committed to making a seven-figure gift to his alma mater — the largest planned gift in Alvernia’s 66-year history — in early 2025, his decision was inspired by his experience as a first-generation college student and a strong d...

  • College of Innovation, Discovery, and Enterprise
  • 2026