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About Alvernia.edu
Alvernia University’s institutional identity is informed by Franciscan intellectual and artistic traditions, with a commitment to service and belief in environmental sustainability. Inspired by the missionary spirit of the Bernardine Sisters, Alvernia aims for practical, spiritual, and moral intellects who contribute to and serve their communities with grace and charity.
Alvernia's Heritage
Alvernia’s Franciscan heritage includes a rigorous intellectual tradition that recognizes and values the importance of diversity of thought, faiths and cultures. We challenge our students to shape the world and transform it as working professionals, concerned citizens and caring community members, consistent with the principles and teachings of Saint Francis of Assisi.
Alvernia Mission
Guided by Franciscan values and the ideal of “knowledge joined with love,” and rooted in the Catholic and liberal arts traditions, Alvernia is a rigorous, caring, and inclusive learning community committed to academic excellence and to being and fostering: Broadly educated, life-long learners; Reflective professionals and engaged citizens; And ethical leaders with moral courage.
Alvernia Core Values
The mission statements of the Bernardine Franciscan Sisters and Alvernia University are the sources of the five core values from the Franciscan tradition. All members of the Alvernia community including trustees, administration, faculty, staff, and students embrace Alvernia’s core Franciscan values which are: Service Humility Peacemaking Contemplation Collegiality
Alvernia Advantage
Alvernia combines the personal touch and attention of a small private college with many of the opportunities of an outstanding university. It’s the best of both worlds! Our students benefit from our liberal arts foundation that offers a well-rounded education to help them develop their own opinions, attitudes and beliefs. They also receive first-rate professional preparation to provide them with the skills and knowledge needed for career success after graduation.
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