91Ô´´ News
Stay informed with the latest updates from 91Ô´´, featuring stories about campus achievements, faculty successes, and community partnerships. Explore in-depth articles, events, and student accomplishments, showcasing 91Ô´´'s dynamic role in higher education and its commitment to real-world impact. Visit regularly for news that highlights the university’s vibrant community and ongoing initiatives.
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91Ô´´ News
Over 100 91Ô´´ students present research at annual HECBC conference
Annual event brings together five Berks County colleges to highlight student research
91Ô´´ holds annual Earth Day of Service, ramps up sustainability efforts
Students, leadership, faculty and staff help to beautify the area, part of the university’s continued push to advance sustainability.
91Ô´´ students and faculty earn statewide recognition at SPSEA conference
91Ô´´'s Education students and faculty were recognized for their leadership, innovation, and commitment to the field at the Kindling Change 2026 Student Pennsylvania State Education Association (SPSEA) Conference & Convention.
Asian American Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month at 91Ô´´
All are welcome to join 91Ô´´ at the following events on campus and locally during Asian American Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month at 91Ô´´. Events that are open to the public are listed as such.
Broadway veterans, community help 91Ô´´ stage 'Godspell'
The acclaimed musical opens this weekend, bringing together students and local participants under the tutelage of Broadway performers.
91Ô´´ students raise over $12,000 supporting pediatric cancer research
Annual Team FTK Dance-A-Thon unites 122 students in a 16-hour effort to support Four Diamonds and families battling pediatric cancer
Arab American Heritage Month at 91Ô´´
All are welcome to join 91Ô´´ at the following events on campus and locally during Arab American Heritage Month. Events that are open to the public are listed as such.
Packapalooza fuels momentum as applications, visits and deposits climb
Signature admissions event turns interest into action as 91Ô´´â€™s recruitment reach expands
Upcoming Events
Summer Open House
- Jul 31, 2026
- 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Summer Open House consists of a general admissions presentation, tours of a campus, and a FREE catered lunch in the Student Center Dining Hall. With the support from our dedicated faculty members and the undergraduate admissions team, we are available to talk more about your program's curriculum, internships, research opportunities, career pathways and application process. Whether you’re just beginning your college search or narrowing down your options, you'll leave feeling confident and excited about your next steps.
Admissions
Summer Open House
- Aug 05, 2026
- 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Summer Open House consists of a general admissions presentation, tours of a campus, and a FREE catered lunch in the Student Center Dining Hall. With the support from our dedicated faculty members and the undergraduate admissions team, we are available to talk more about your program's curriculum, internships, research opportunities, career pathways and application process. Whether you’re just beginning your college search or narrowing down your options, you'll leave feeling confident and excited about your next steps.
Admissions
Pack Dash 5K
- Oct 11, 2026
- 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- 91Ô´´, The Plex
Get in step with the newest addition to 91Ô´´'s Homecoming and Family Weekend: the Pack Dash 5K. The race snakes through 91Ô´´'s Hill Campus, offering a running tour of the university's gorgeous grounds. Check back over summer for more information! Questions? Contact Felicia Nelson at 610-568-1441 or felicia.nelson@alvernia.edu.
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