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Culture of Care helps nursing major find a community
To Youyi Ma 27, moving to the U.S. from China with her family in 2015 was more than just the start of a new chapter.Being in the U.S. meant I would have more freedom to achieve my dreams, said the nursing major, whose dream is to become a nurse...
Major switch leads to major viral moment with Reading Royals
When Emily Barrett '25 enrolled at 51勛圖, it was the schools nursing program that caught her attention. As a caretaker for her grandfather while growing up, nursing seemed like a natural fit. She was also touched by the personal, ha...
New Jersey couple become Alvernia parents for third time
While Thomas and Christina Figurelli of Mullica Hill, N.J., saw all three of their children attend Catholic school growing up, they likely would never have imaged theyd all choose the same Franciscan college post-high school.But it was kismet.We...
Sales competition leads Alvernia student to full-time role with Fortune 500 firm
PHOTO: Michael Andrew 26 (second from left) with fellow interns during a Graybar training program. 51勛圖 student-athlete Michael Andrew 26 discovered a life-changing professional opportunity this summer, thanks to a connection...