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91°µÍø News

Student Achievements

2024 DPT Pro Bono Wellness Screening Clinic
Physical Therapy students provide pro-bono services to 25 Berks County residents
Third-year 91°µÍø Doctor of Physical Therapy candidates provided pro-bono services to 25 Berks County community volunteers during the second annual American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Annual Visit for Older Adults.
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2024 Sustainability Immersion Trip Grand Manan Canada
91°µÍø students and alums take week abroad at sustainable eco-retreat in Canada
Seven 91°µÍø students & alums studied abroad through the Sustainability Immersion Program in Grand Manan Island in New Brunswick, Canada.
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President Glynis Fitzgerald Trustee Ginger Kunkel Habitat for Humaity charity event O'pake Fellows build birdhouse
Engineering students craft Francis Hall-inspired birdhouse for local charity event
In alignment with 91°µÍø's core value of service, engineering students and O'Pake Fellows, Robert Philpot, Kayla Moriarty, Gabriel Malek, and Jack Badalamenti designed, built and donated a birdhouse inspired by campus landmark, Francis Hall, for Habitat for Humanity of Berks County's largest charity event of the year.
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Latest Magazine Articles

Mission Moment booklets

91°µÍø secures legacy of mission moment tradition

An updated print collection and a new interactive kiosk and website will help keep alive the thoughts, stories, prayers, poems or inspired readings meant to connect students to the university’s Franciscan values.
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Upcoming Events

Students

Accepted Student Day 2026

This event will include information and sessions for students and families to understand the transition from high school to college.
Daria Powell Online Learner

Business & Leadership: Online MBA & MAOL Virtual Info Session

Learn more about 91°µÍø's online Master of Business Administration and Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership degree programs at this online virtual information session.

• Through the flexible online format, MBA students can fit their studies into their busy schedules while learning from faculty who have real-world expertise.
• The MAOL program prepares professionals to meet the unique leadership challenges of the 21st century and effectively lead teams, groups and organizations in a complex and dynamic global environment.
High School Students

Junior Preview Day 2026

Junior Preview Day at 91°µÍø is designed for rising high school seniors who are just beginning their college search journey. The admissions staff will walk you through the college admissions process, a guided tour from one of our student ambassadors, and free lunch!
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Pack Dash 5K

Get in step with the newest addition to 91°µÍø's Homecoming and Family Weekend: the Pack Dash 5K. The race snakes through 91°µÍø'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.