Student Experience
Alvernia is always in motion. Immersing in a rich campus life, students enjoy a full calendar of activities and events, dozens of organizations, intramural sports, and student leadership and governance opportunities.
The Greater Reading region is home to multiple venues offering concerts, shows and sporting events; a thriving food and beverage scene; seasonal festivals; a sprawling community arts center and much more.
Attracting a diverse and engaged student body, Alvernia offers a well-rounded experience that is unforgettable.
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Living at Alvernia
Residing in Alvernia鈥檚 student housing is a popular choice, providing easy access to classrooms, dining halls, fitness facilities and campus activities.
Commuter Resources
Many opportunities and resources are offered to benefit commuter students with their educational and social experience.
Student Organizations and Activities
Finding new friends, experiences and ways to serve, Alvernia students participate in a wide array of activities.
Global Study
Studying abroad is among the most meaningful and edifying opportunities that Alvernia students experience.
Community Service
Its roots embedded in Alvernia's foundation, community service provides students the opportunity to use their gifts and talents to help those in need and to support an organization鈥檚 purpose-driven mission.
Athletics
Competing at the NCAA Division III level, Alvernia's Golden Wolves have made 35 appearances in NCAA Championship tournaments.
2026 TExpL Conference: Designing for Real-World Impact
- Jul 07 - Jul 08, 2026
- 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
This second annual TExpL Conference will bring together educators, practitioners, and community partners to explore how meaningful learning experiences can connect students with authentic challenges, real-world contexts, and opportunities for contribution.
Grounded in the principles of Total Experience Learning (TExpL), the conference will showcase practical approaches to inquiry-driven, experiential, and community-connected learning. Through presentations, workshops, and collaborative discussions, participants will discover strategies for designing learning experiences that extend beyond the classroom and engage students in meaningful work alongside community and industry partners.
Presented by educators completing the TExpL Graduate Certificate, featured sessions offer practical, classroom-tested examples that can be adapted across grade levels and disciplines.
Total Experience Learning
Summer Open House
- Jul 10, 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鈥檙e just beginning your college search or narrowing down your options, you'll leave feeling confident and excited about your next steps.
Admissions
DPT Virtual Information Session
- Jul 15, 2026
- 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Zoom Virtual Event
Join us for a virtual information session on July 15, where you鈥檒l learn more about our Doctor of Physical Therapy program.
鉁旓笍 Explore the program and curriculum
鉁旓笍 Meet our expert faculty
鉁旓笍 Get your questions answered about requirements & the application process
Whether you鈥檙e advancing your education after earning a bachelor鈥檚 degree or seeking an accelerated path, 麻豆视频鈥檚 DPT program offers a comprehensive and compassionate learning experience tailored to your goals.
Grad & Adult Admissions
Summer Open House
- Jul 20, 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鈥檙e just beginning your college search or narrowing down your options, you'll leave feeling confident and excited about your next steps.
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