Alverno is proud to be the first college in Wisconsin designated a Hispanic Serving Institution by the U.S. Department of Education. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel broke the news with this front page story.
The news was also featured on TV Azteca.
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A Legacy of Purpose: The Women Who Built Alverno
Many innovative women. One shared mission. Before Alverno College became a place that prepares women for lives of personal and professional distinction and meaningful engagement with the world…
March 23, 2026
Finding My Voice, Finding My Purpose
We asked students to share their first-gen stories. Guadalupe Barajas is majoring in Art Education, and plans to become an art teacher. She is currently finishing up her practicum hours, will…
November 12, 2025
For Those Who Couldn't Dream: The First-Gen Promise
To celebrate First-Gen Week, we asked students to share their first-gen stories. Perla Mejia-Reyes is enrolled in Alverno Paraprofessional to Teacher Licensure program, and is planning to grad…
November 10, 2025
The Power of Persistence: My Journey as a First-Generation Student
To celebrate First-Gen Week, we asked students to share their first-gen stories. Lizbeth Cruz is currently a senior majoring in Business & Management, with a minor in Media Design. She is…
November 7, 2025