Alvernia University Expands Master of Science in Nursing Program
Two new tracks, Nursing Education and Nursing Leadership & Healthcare Administration, offer career versatility for MSN students.(PRWeb February 20, 2014)Read the full story at...
View ArticleBioethics Expert to Discuss “End of Life” at Alvernia University
Art Caplan will discuss "End of Life: Legal, Medical and Ethical Issues" for the annual Batdorf Lecture at Alvernia University, March 18, 2014.(PRWeb March 07, 2014)Read the full story at...
View ArticleMarine Veteran Eric Sears Not Done Giving
Marine veteran Eric Sears, currently a junior majoring in sport management at Alvernia University is spending spring break in Washington D.C., donating stem cells to a fellow veteran with...
View ArticleAlvernia University student earns Newman Civic Fellow Award
Junior psychology major Kevin Shainline has been named a 2014 Newman Civic Fellow by Campus Compact. Newman Civic Fellow Awards honor inspiring college student leaders who have demonstrated their...
View ArticleNavy Vice Admiral to Receive an Honorary Degree from Alvernia University
Vice Admiral Matthew L. Nathan will receive an Honorary Degree of Humane Letters from Alvernia University before addressing the Class of 2014 at Commencement, May 10, at 2 p.m.(PRWeb April 24,...
View ArticleWomen in Family Businesses: Navigating the Challenges
Alvernia University's Family Business Center discussion will look at challenges faced by women in family businesses — with Yuengling Brewery’s Wendy Yuengling Baker.(PRWeb May 05, 2014)Read the full...
View ArticleAlvernia Professor Presents Networking Program at Temple
Travis A. Berger, assistant professor of business at Alvernia University, will present “First Impressions are Lasting Impressions: Mastering the Art of Networking," Tuesday, June 17 from 8-10 a.m.,...
View ArticleScientific Discovery a Mission for Carpenter Technology and Alvernia University
Major corporation partnering with Alvernia University this summer to promote scientific exploration for middle school students.(PRWeb July 21, 2014)Read the full story at...
View ArticleSon of John Updike Accepts Position in Father’s Name at Alvernia University
David Updike, son of acclaimed author John Updike, has been named the John Updike Scholar in Residence at Alvernia University, beginning Aug. 2014.(PRWeb August 13, 2014)Read the full story at...
View ArticleOutdoor Concert Kicks Off Alvernia Series
Free bachata concert kicks off the 2014-15 Performing Arts Series at Alvernia University.(PRWeb September 09, 2014)Read the full story at...
View ArticleAlvernia University Announces President’s Awards
Albert Boscov and Carpenter Technology Corp take high honors at annual Alvernia University ceremony.(PRWeb October 16, 2014)Read the full story at...
View ArticleVeterans Find New Home at Alvernia University
Alvernia University officially opened and blessed an important new space for Veteran-students this fall. And for the third year in a row, the university received recognition as a “Military Friendly”...
View ArticleGerlach to Discuss Compromise in Public Service at Alvernia University
U.S. Representative Jim Gerlach will deliberate “Civility, Compromise and Public Service” for the second annual O’Pake Lecture Nov. 10, at Alvernia University.(PRWeb November 09, 2014)Read the full...
View ArticleFemale Entrepreneur Earns Honorary Degree from Alvernia University
From humble beginnings in a two-car garage, Sandy Solmon turned her entrepreneurial dream into one of the world’s largest manufacturers of frozen gourmet desserts and the leading innovator in the...
View ArticleAlvernia Graduate Rises from Poverty to Earn Degree, Speak at Commencement
After growing up hungry in a poor Haitian neighborhood, Junior Bernard makes good on his dream to come to the U.S., and get an education.(PRWeb December 12, 2014)Read the full story at...
View ArticleAlvernia University Recognized for Work in the Community
Recently included on a short list of schools honored by the President for interfaith work, Alvernia University has also been recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for a strong commitment to community...
View ArticleGenocide Awareness Events to be Held at Alvernia University
Alvernia students to hear from Rwanda genocide survivor, author of “Left to Tell,” Immaculeé Ilibagiza.(PRWeb February 06, 2015)Read the full story at...
View ArticleExploring The Rights of Detained Foreign Torture Victims
On March 10, the annual Batdorf Lecture at Alvernia University will explore the rights of detained immigrants who have escaped violence in foreign countries.(PRWeb March 02, 2015)Read the full story...
View ArticleAlvernia University Student Named Newman Civic Fellow
Representing "the next generation of public problem solvers and civic leaders" Alvernia student Robert Waller has been named a Newman Civic Fellow for 2015.(PRWeb March 27, 2015)Read the full story at...
View ArticleHesburgh Lecture at Alvernia University to Explore “Race, Perseverance, and...
On April 9, the 2015 Hesburgh Lecture at Alvernia University will explore “Race, Perseverance, and Catholicism” with Dr. Darren Davis.(PRWeb April 01, 2015)Read the full story at...
View ArticleAlvernia University Announces 2015 Weitzman Award
On April 13, Alvernia University will bestow its 13th annual Rabbi Alan Weitzman Award on Chester and RoseMarie Winters ’82.(PRWeb April 19, 2015)Read the full story at...
View ArticleMcKnight Foundation President to Speak at Alvernia University
Kate Wolford will speak to the Class of 2015 at Alvernia University's Commencement, May 16, at Santander Arena.(PRWeb May 01, 2015)Read the full story at...
View ArticleLeadership Berks Graduation and Awards Ceremony Announced
Receiving awards on June 4 will be Peter M. Butera and Freedom Auto Group(PRWeb May 22, 2015)Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/201505/alvernia-lb/prweb12739975.htm
View ArticleAlvernia Receives $895,000 Grant for New Foster Grandparent Program
Funding will support 66 Foster Grandparents to serve as mentors to Berks County youth.(PRWeb August 25, 2015)Read the full story at...
View ArticleAlvernia University establishes partnership with Australian Catholic University
Alvernia University and Australian Catholic University establish a new global studies partnership for students at both institutions.(PRWeb August 27, 2015)Read the full story at...
View ArticleAlvernia University Now Offering Three Doctoral Degree Programs
A new Doctor of Nursing Practice degree rounds out Alvernia’s full slate of nursing programs(PRWeb August 27, 2015)Read the full story at...
View ArticleAlvernia University Announces 2015-16 Lecture Series Events
The 2015-16 Lecture Series at Alvernia University is free and open to the public(PRWeb September 01, 2015)Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/201508/alvernialectures/prweb12924012.htm
View ArticleAlvernia University Presents 2015-16 Performing Arts Series
Physical Comedian Avner the Eccentric headlines Alvernia University’s Performing Arts Series, Oct. 7.(PRWeb September 14, 2015)Read the full story at...
View ArticleKevin St. Cyr Named Chair of Alvernia University’s Board
Alvernia University has named Kevin St. Cyr — senior vice president for the Enterprise Segment of CommScope Inc., and former president of Berk-Tek — Chairman of its Board of Directors.(PRWeb October...
View ArticleAlvernia University Announces President’s Awards
James and Anna Connors, John Paul II Center take high honors at annual Alvernia University ceremony.(PRWeb October 15, 2015)Read the full story at...
View ArticleHealthcare Administration Major Now Available at Alvernia University
Launched this fall, a new Healthcare Administration major at Alvernia University focuses on business concepts that are unique to the healthcare field.(PRWeb November 12, 2015)Read the full story at...
View ArticleAlvernia University Launches Executive in Residence Program
Alvernia University launched its new Executive in Residence program this fall, as a partnership between the O’Pake Institute for Ethics, Leadership and Public Service and the university’s Business...
View ArticleJim Boscov to Speak at Alvernia University Commencement
Renowned business and community leader will receive honorary degree, speak at graduation ceremony - Dec. 12.(PRWeb December 09, 2015)Read the full story at...
View ArticleAlvernia University to Host NPR Book Critic and Author
Maureen Corrigan will kick off the 2016 Literary Festival season on Feb. 24(PRWeb February 11, 2016)Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/201602/alvernia-lit-fest/prweb13209560.htm
View ArticleAlvernia’s Holleran Center For Community Engagement Selected to Host Four...
The university is the only school to receive more than two VISTAs for 2016-17(PRWeb March 04, 2016)Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/201603/alvernia-vista/prweb13247289.htm
View ArticleAlvernia University Announces 2016 Hesburgh Lecture
“Islam, the Catholic Church, and the Future of the World,” will take place at 7 p.m., March 31(PRWeb March 11, 2016)Read the full story at...
View ArticleNeag Professorships Announced at Alvernia University
Drs. Rosemarie Chinni and Ondra Kielbasa have been awarded Neag Professorships for 2016-18. They are among the most active faculty members pursuing collaborative scholarly research that repeatedly...
View ArticleAlvernia University Student Named Newman Civic Fellow
Alvernia student Emily Reed earns a 2016 Fellowship, awarded by Campus Compact.(PRWeb April 14, 2016)Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/201604/alverniacivicfellow/prweb13340486.htm
View Article“Francis Factor” Series Launches at Alvernia with Dr. William Portier
Kicking off April 26, Alvernia University’s new lecture series explores Pope Francis and the ways he is influencing the embrace of the Gospel in the Church and wider world.(PRWeb April 20, 2016)Read...
View ArticleDeMarco Named Advancement VP at Alvernia University
Anthony DeMarco has been named vice president of Institutional Advancement at Alvernia University, Reading, Pa. He is currently Vice President of the Lancaster Barnstormers minor league baseball...
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