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Addictions caused her to lose everything — perseverance helped her recover
By Lini S. KadabaWhen Shannon Qualters ’23, MAOL '25 hit bottom, the survivor of child sexual abuse was hooked on heroin and crack cocaine, living on the streets of the Kensington section of Philadelphia and eating out of garbage cans, by her own ...
MSOT standout aims to advance use of 3-D prosthetic hands
As a high school student, Regina Rossi perused occupational therapy programs and Alvernia’s stood out. “When I discovered the school offered a five-year OT program, I was intrigued and when I visited the beautiful campus and spoke to the dedicated...
Student guides troubled youth on pathway to success
Jennifer Hack '18 has always been interested in the criminal justice field, and her calling to assist youth in the juvenile probation system led to an experiential learning experience at the Berks County Probation Office. Through the practicum dur...
Criminal justice professor focuses on real world preparation
Rosemary McFee is super excited about the Center for Simulated Investigations on Alvernia’s campus, a workshop stage for students in a variety of disciplines.”I am so happy that we will have a whole building, near the Alumni House, where stud...