Our Alumnae

Alverno at Last!

“Inspired by Legacy” celebrates 125 years of Alverno College success by sharing personal profiles of seven Alverno families, including Rose '62 and Gina '08 Spang.
Gina Spang ’08 is the daughter of one of Alverno’s leading cheerleaders, Rose Purpero Spang ’62. A first-generation American, Rose is an ardent supporter of the College, including serving on the Board… Read More »

Returning to Where It Started

“Inspired by Legacy” celebrates 125 years of Alverno College success by sharing personal profiles of seven Alverno families, including Tia Vernon '08 who is now a med student at the Medical College of Wisconsin.
  Nearing a major milestone in her aspiring medical career, Tia Vernon ’08 recently returned to Alverno to study for Step 2 of the U.S. Medical Licensing Examination, most often referred to… Read More »

Three Generations and Counting

Three Generations and Counting!
Kathryn Niggemann’s memories of Alverno extend as far back as the College’s move to the “new” campus almost 60 years ago. Originally from northern Wisconsin, Kathryn married Anthony and, eventually, they settled… Read More »

Learning From Her Alverno Mom

“Inspired by Legacy” celebrates 125 years of Alverno College success by sharing personal profiles of seven Alverno families, including Jessica '11 & Maria '92 Gamez.
Jessica Gamez ’11, was no stranger to Alverno when she enrolled at the College in 2007. She practically grew up at the school – attending the daycare facility and even visiting the… Read More »