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Alverno Marks 25 Years of Community Day
Item type: In the NewsFor 25 years, a beloved Alverno College tradition has been quietly making a positive impact throughout southeastern Wisconsin. Community Day is a day set aside for volunteering and for student… Read More
First Generation College Student
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Student Development and Success
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Your journey as a first-generation college student will be exciting, and sometimes overwhelming, but never alone. We are so excited to welcome and support you as
you forge ahead on this brand-new college path that will soon become your own. Alverno faculty, staff and your fellow first-generation college students know the joys and fears of
navigating that path. We’re all here to help you find your... Read More
Accessibility Services
Item type: Alverno.eduCenter for Learning and Assessment Support (CLAS) Accessibility Services
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Accessibility Services
Quick Links
How to Self-Refer for Accommodations | FAQs | Accommodations and Forms
Alverno is dedicated to fostering a campus environment where everyone can thrive. Our Student Accessibility Office, located within the Center for Learning and Assessment Support (CLAS),
ensures that students with disabilities have access... Read More
Center for Learning and Assessmen Support - Multilingual Learner Program
Item type: Alverno.eduAcademic Support Services English as a Second Language Program
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Multilingual Learners
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Academic Support Services
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Multilingual Learner Support Program
The Multilingual Learner (MLL) Support Program offers assistance to both undergraduate and graduate students with rich language backgrounds. Both international
and US-resident students may fit this profile.
Who is a Multilingual Learner at Alverno?
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Character Conference Preconference Workshops
Item type: Alverno.edu...Preconference Workshops, June 15, 2022
Eleven Principles of Effective Character Education
Training
Institute with Coaching (Full Day 9 a.m.- 12 p.m.; 1-4 p.m.)
Institute
(Morning 9 a.m.-12 p.m.)
Character.org’s Eleven Principles of Effective Character Education training is customized to help school teams learn how... Read More
Parent & Family Resources
Item type: Alverno.edu...Student Supporters) is made up of people our students call family-whether you are a parent, auntie, partner or
any other relation to an Alverno student, we want to welcome you to be part of our network of support! We will email you once a month to share ways to support your Alverno student and to let
you know what is going on around campus!
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Parent & Family Resources
ACCESS Network
The ACCESS... Read More
Safety Policies & Support
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Safety Policies and Support
Full Campus Safety policies and resources can be found in the Annual Security, Fire and Safety report.
Hazing
Hazing is in violation of the human and civil rights of individuals and is not acceptable behavior. Hazing will not be tolerated, regardless if the incident takes place on or off
campus. Alleged incidents of hazing will be... Read More
Journey of Empowerment
Item type: In the NewsWhether she’s helping students navigate their educational journeys and career paths, or advocating for those in underrepresented communities, Alejandra Anastas ’20 is passionate ab… Read More
Celebrate at Alverno
Item type: Alverno.edu...LPC, CCI, CCISM
Session Summary
Digital crisis platforms such as text and chat services are reshaping access to mental health care by providing anonymous, identity-safe pathways for support. This session explores how
technology reduces barriers for marginalized communities, increases help-seeking among trauma-affected populations and enhances cultural and emotional safety. Participants will learn how
anonymous crisis environments support equity, reduce... Read More
Center for Academic Excellence Doherty Scholars
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Center for Academic Excellence Learning Communities
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About Learning Communities
The Center for Academic Excellence (CAE) is an Alverno academic support department dedicated to programs that support all students who want to challenge themselves academically and prepare
themselves for competitive futures.
The CAE also provides special programming and support for the peer learning... Read More
Businesses
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Alums Menu
Alum Awards
Alum Benefits
Alum-Owned BusinessesCCON Alumni
Class NotesVanguard Society Volunteer
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Alum-Owned Businesses
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Support the Alverno community
Welcome to the Alverno alum business directory — intended to showcase our Alverno alums' success, connect alums to alums, and give the Alverno community the opportunity to support
alum-owned businesses.
If you... Read More
Careers
Item type: Alverno.edu...will not be retained or considered except for faculty positions. Applications and resumes are considered active
for 60 days.
Faculty Openings
Assistant/Associate/Full Professor and Social Work Practicum Director
Assistant/Associate/Professor, Nursing - Mesa, AZ
Assistant/Associate/Professor, Nursing - Milwaukee, WI
Assistant
Professor and Internship Coordinator – Graduate... Read More
Alverno College Honors Four for Outstanding Philanthropy
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College will honor two alumnae and two friends of the college for their philanthropic contributions to Alverno and the community during the college's Celebration of Giving event No… Read More
Mental Health Summit
Item type: Alverno.edu...LPC, CCI, CCISM
Session Summary
Digital crisis platforms such as text and chat services are reshaping access to mental health care by providing anonymous, identity-safe pathways for support. This session explores how
technology reduces barriers for marginalized communities, increases help-seeking among trauma-affected populations and enhances cultural and emotional safety. Participants will learn how
anonymous crisis environments support equity, reduce... Read More
Financial Aid Scholarships
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Affording your Alverno education
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Alverno offers a variety of merit-based and need-based scholarships to help support your education, along with grants, student loans and student
employment.
We are happy to help you search for and identify scholarship opportunities from organizations outside of Alverno as well as to assist you with your scholarship
applications.
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Janet Dowler Martin Endowment Will Support Alverno's Ability-Based Learning Curriculum
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College has received a $1 million endowment from the estate of the late Janet D. Martin, a longtime member of Alverno’s Board of Trustees and an avid supporter of the college, Pr… Read More
Helping Us Heal
Item type: In the NewsThe COVID-19 pandemic has affected individuals in different ways. Adults have lost jobs, students have lost school as they know it, families have lost stability, and some of us have lost loved… Read More
Alverno College Honors Five for Outstanding Philanthropy
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College will honor Baird Foundation, three alumnae and one honorary alumnae for their philanthropic contributions to Alverno and the community during the college's Celebration of G… Read More
Alverno College Names New Chair of Hispanic Student Initiatives Committee
Item type: In the NewsElena Burke has been named chair of the newly convened Hispanic Serving Initiatives Committee, Heidi Anderson-Isaacson, Ed.D., interim vice president for student success at Alverno College, an… Read More
Campus Ministry
Item type: Alverno.edu...space for faith, reflection and community
Alverno's Campus Ministry offers a welcoming place to pause, reflect, ask questions and build community. Rooted in our Catholic Franciscan values, we support those of all faith traditions,
spiritual backgrounds and life experiences as part of Alverno's commitment to an inclusive campus.
Many faiths, traditions and backgrounds are represented on the Alverno campus. Campus Ministry invites students to... Read More
First Year Experience
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8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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Starting Alverno Strong
Alverno's First-Year Experience (FYE) is designed to support both first-time college students and transfer students as they transition into the Alverno community. Through orientation
programs, academic support, peer connections and engaging learning experiences, you'll gain the tools, confidence and relationships needed to... Read More
LACCS
Item type: Alverno.edu...Practices; and to achieve State Schools of Character
designations. Coaches and resources offered through LACCS are specifically tailored to meet the needs of the schools, teams, and individuals seeking support.
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LACCS provides:
Professional development
Attend the new Suzanne Pieper Teaching and Learning Series, which are evening events throughout the academic year that are held at Alverno College in person, featuring the voices of
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Mesa
Item type: Alverno.edu...fide financial distress of the College that the survival of the
College is threatened. Such exigency may be caused by a substantial decline in income by reason of decreased enrollment or extramural financial support (e.g., grant funds) or by an increase
in operating expenses which is major and likely to continue.
Holding the fiduciary responsibility of the institution, the Board of Trustees is charged with decisions related to financial exigency. As a critical
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Career Studio
Item type: Alverno.edu...explore majors and career paths, prepare for internships and jobs, and connect with employers. Whether you have a career goal in mind or
are still figuring out your path, the Career Studio is here to support you from your first semester through graduation and beyond.
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Explore
Explore majors and career paths and discover options that align with your interests.
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Prepare
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Report a Concern
Item type: Alverno.edu...of behavior that may violate College policy, we encourage you to report it. Reporting concerns helps Alverno maintain a safe,
respectful and welcoming learning environment and allows the College to provide support, address concerns and take appropriate action when needed.
For academic grievances or complaints, please click here for more information.
If there is an emergency, please dial 911 (9-911 from a campus phone). Then, call Campus Safety... Read More
Master of Arts in Education
Item type: Alverno.edu...the real-world skills effective educators rely on every
day. Alverno’s competency-based approach ensures you are not just learning theory, but actively developing and applying the abilities needed to support diverse learners
and lead in dynamic educational environments.
Program Highlights
Pathways to earn initial, additional or advanced licensure
Flexible online, evening and weekend courses
Field placements for hands-on... Read More
Volunteer
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Volunteer
Give back to the place that helped you become #AlvernoStrong by volunteering at an upcoming event, becoming an assessor or participating in other opportunities to support Alverno and our
students. Current volunteer opportunities are listed below.
Questions? Contact alumnae@alverno.edu or call 414-382-6085.
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Business Professionals to Mentor Alverno Business Students
Alverno College offers a... Read More
Helping One Helps Many
Item type: In the NewsAlverno is an inclusive, vibrant community of students, faculty and staff who support and uplift each other. So when alum Dr. Mary Ann Schwartz ’62 learned about the opportunity to suppo… Read More
Library Equipment
Item type: Alverno.edu...aware that librarians will not create or carefully review citations for you. We will give you some direction and point you
to helpful resources, but your work must be your own.
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How can I find full-text articles?
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TOPCAT
TOPCAT is our online library catalog and can be used to
search for articles if the search scope is set to Everything. If an article's full text is available through our databases, TOPCAT will indicate that... Read More
Alverno College Awarded Title III Grant to Support Student Retention and Graduation
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College has been awarded a prestigious Title III grant from the U.S. Department of Education to integrate and strengthen key advising functions and to develop three new health care pro… Read More
Everyday Superheroes
Item type: In the NewsAlverno women are the real superheroes who walk among us. Each and every day, you try something new, take risks, conquer fear, give it all you’ve got. You stand up for yourselves and tho… Read More
Alverno College Student Receives CIC/UPS Scholarship
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College student Naly Vang, a nursing major from Milwaukee, has been selected to receive a CIC/UPS Scholarship provided by the Wisconsin Association of Independent Colleges and Universi… Read More
Alverno College Is Part of New Initiative to Advance Teacher and Principal Preparation Grounded in the Science of Learning
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College is among only 15 in the country to serve as a founding program partner of the Educator Preparation Laboratory (EdPrepLab), a new initiative announced today by the Learning Poli… Read More
Alumna Shares the Possibilities of College
Item type: In the NewsAs executive director of College Possible Milwaukee, Kellie Sigh ’10 is dedicated to helping students get to college and persist through graduation day. She knows how valuable the coachi… Read More
Alverno College Honors Three for Outstanding Philanthropy
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College will honor two alumni and one friend of the college for their philanthropic contributions to Alverno and the community during the college’s Celebration of Giving event Ma… Read More
Alverno College Raises Over $3 Million by Unlocking Matching Gift
Item type: In the NewsThanks to the generous support of the community, Alverno College has unlocked and exceeded a $1.5 million matching gift from a group of anonymous donors who believe in the mission of the colle… Read More
Dean of Students
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Dean of Students Office
The Dean of Students Office serves as a central resource under the Division of Student Development and Success for student support, engagement and campus life. Whether you need help
navigating a challenge, finding campus resources, getting involved or understanding college policies, our team is here to help you succeed throughout your Alverno journey.
Located in Founders Hall 119... Read More
For Students
Item type: Alverno.eduCareer Studio For Students
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Career Studio
Career Support for Students
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Prepare for Your Next Step
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Location
Founders Hall (FO) 101
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Office Hours
Monday - Thursday:
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Friday: By appointment only
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careerstudio@alverno.edu
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Wherever you are in your... Read More
Alverno College Launches New Hybrid Doctorate in Education Degree, Direct Entry Master of Science in Nursing Degree
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College has partnered with Arizona-based premiere service provider Synergis Education to launch a Doctorate in Education (Ed.D.) degree and a Direct Entry Master of Science in Nursing… Read More
Alverno College Awarded Two-Year College Ready Grant from Great Lakes
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College was one of nine colleges and community-based organizations that received a College Ready grant from Great Lakes Higher Education Guaranty Corporation. Nearly $270,000 will fund… Read More
Latest Report From Alverno College Reveals Pathways to Public Office
Item type: In the NewsThe latest report from Alverno College sheds some light on women who hold public office and the various pathways they took to achieve success. Wisconsin Women in Public Life - Elected Official… Read More
Alverno College Report Reveals Pathways and Barriers to Public Office for Women
Item type: In the NewsThe latest report from the Alverno College Research Center for Women and Girls (RCWG) is out. Wisconsin Women in Public Life ― Elected Officials sheds some light on women in public office, the… Read More
Ready to Support Students
Item type: In the NewsAs a school psychologist, Yajaira Espinosa ’16 ’19 ’21 often finds herself explaining her job. “I definitely think that people need to be more aware of school psycholog… Read More
Alverno College Awarded College Ready Grant from Great Lakes Higher Education Guaranty Corporation
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College has earned a College Ready continuation grant from Great Lakes Higher Education Guaranty Corporation, thanks to the impressive success of the Girls' Advanced Academy of Science… Read More
Alverno College First in Wisconsin to be Named Hispanic-Serving Institution
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College met the enrollment criteria to be considered a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education, a national designation that provides access to federal gr… Read More
Alverno College Year in Review, 2020
Item type: In the NewsDespite being a year full of unprecedented challenges, 2020 also had its share of good news to celebrate. From new programs and partnerships to an exciting new facility, these are some of Alve… Read More
C2C Welcomes Alverno College as Newest Member
Item type: In the NewsThe Coast-To-Coast Athletic Conference (C2C) looks forward to welcoming Alverno College as its newest member institution following support from the C2C Board of Directors. Alverno will become… Read More
Center for Academic Excellence Events
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Center for Academic Excellence
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The Center for Academic Excellence (CAE) is an Alverno academic support department dedicated to programs that support students who want to challenge themselves academically and prepare
themselves for competitive futures. The CAE provides a range of learning opportunities that encourage students to get involved in the campus and surrounding community with heightened
rigor.
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Finish Alverno Strong
Item type: Alverno.edu...for a variety of reasons including finances, family obligations, taking care of your health and more. We're eager to welcome you back
when you're ready — and we're here to support your success! That's why we have a number of resources and options to help you finish Alverno Strong!
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Just a few credits shy of graduating?
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You may be eligible to earn an associate degree with very little additional coursework.
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Pre-Health Professional Programs
Item type: In the NewsAre you already envisioning your future in scrubs or a white coat? Alverno’s pre-health professional programs provide the support and resources you need to achieve your dreams. Choose fr… Read More
Ready To Help
Item type: In the NewsFred Rogers famously reminded us, in times of crisis, to “always look for the helpers.” During this coronavirus pandemic, countless helpers have stepped forward, including our Alve… Read More
Alverno Marks 155th Graduation with New Traditions
Item type: In the NewsGraduation wasn't the only cause for celebration at Alverno's 155th commencement. After the undergraduate ceremony, held May 20 in Pitman Theatre, 22 graduates and their families and friends g… Read More
A Stubborn Hope
Item type: In the NewsFor Sister Ann Oestreich, IHM, the question isn't whether it's possible to end human trafficking. Instead, it's how can you not try? Oestreich joined the Alverno community in late 2016 as part… Read More
Strengthening Parent-Teacher Relationships
Item type: In the NewsAs a Montessori teacher in training, Melissa Zheng '15 '19 was inspired by all she was learning about child development. She knew this information would help her continue growing as an educato… Read More
Speaking Up From the Front Lines
Item type: In the NewsFor ICU nurse Monica Watry '17, Wisconsin's daily COVID-19 death toll is more than just a statistic. It's the fearful eyes of patients — some as young as 30 — who gasp for breath i… Read More
Alverno College Receives National Science Foundation Grant to Prepare High-achieving, Low-income Women for Careers in STEM
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College has been awarded a $974,698 grant from the National Science Foundation to fund and support the college's New Futures in Science and Mathematics Program, which is designed to he… Read More
Alverno College Receives College Success Grant from Great Lakes Higher Education Guaranty Corporation
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College recently received a College Success grant in the amount of $169,149 from Great Lakes Higher Education Guaranty Corporation. This grant will help 250 undergraduate students ac… Read More
Alverno College Receives $199,600 College Completion Grant from Great Lakes
Item type: In the NewsBy the time college students have completed three-quarters of their academic program, it might seem like their path to graduation is set. Unfortunately, that's not always the case. As studen… Read More
Scott Zeman Named Vice President of Academic Affairs at Alverno College
Item type: In the NewsScott Zeman, Ph.D., has been named vice president of Academic Affairs at Alverno College. Zeman, who most recently was provost and vice president for Academic Affairs at Salve Regina Universit… Read More
Kevin Casey Chosen to Participate in History Seminar on "The 20th Century Presidency"
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College is pleased to announce Kevin Casey, Ph.D., dean of the School of Arts and Sciences, is one of a select group of faculty members nationwide chosen by the Council of Independent… Read More
Alverno College Honors Three for Outstanding Philanthropy
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College will honor two alumnae and one friend of the college for their philanthropic contributions to Alverno and the community during the college’s Celebration of Giving event N… Read More
A Place to Connect
Item type: In the NewsJessica Pharm ’16 has built a wide following as a dispenser of honest career advice on her blog and on social media. Now, the Alverno MBA alumna is expanding her mission — and her… Read More
The Power to Persevere
Item type: In the NewsFor my mother, educator Jessica Schmidt ’10 ’13 MA ’15, perseverance is power. This perseverance is something I have always admired. It has continuously inspired me during my… Read More
Both Sides of the Table
Item type: In the NewsFor Carrie Silkey ’19 ’21, the decision to become a school psychologist was rooted in her family’s experience. “We have five children, and two of them have special educ… Read More
Alverno College Receives IIE American Passport Project Grant
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College has been selected by the Institute of International Education (IIE) to receive an IIE American Passport Project grant that will enable up to 25 Alverno students to obtain a U.S… Read More
An Unexpected Journey
Item type: In the NewsFour years after Stephanie Arend ’85 graduated from high school, the aspiring interior designer applied for the store manager job at the furniture store where she worked. The owners gave… Read More
Alumna honors parents with endowed scholarship & planned gift
Item type: In the NewsThis year, Rose (Purpero) Spang ’62 will celebrate the 63rd anniversary of graduating from Alverno College. During the holidays, she gets together with 15 friends from the Class of 1962.… Read More
My First-Gen Story
Item type: In the NewsJennifer is currently a junior with a double major in Business & Management and Spanish for the Professions, and a minor in Media Design. She is also interning in the Marketing and Communi… Read More
Why Alverno
Item type: Alverno.edu...organizations reflect the community where we live and learn.
When we say that you are more than a number or letter grade here, we mean it!
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From your first day on campus to graduation and beyond, Alverno is dedicated to your success. We recognize and understand college can be challenging for our students for a
variety of reasons. That's why you'll find... Read More
Research
Item type: Alverno.edu...addressed differences across types of program sites and the girls’ backgrounds. The second phase focused on evaluating the organization’s
in-house data management system and offering particular support in relation to its plans to build internal program evaluator and assessment capacity, while at the same time retaining the
services of an expert external evaluation firm.
For more information about our evaluation services, please contact us at... Read More
Alverno Marks 25 Years of Athletics with Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Item type: In the NewsThe Alverno College Department of Athletics has announced the newest inductees to the Alverno Athletics Hall of Fame, including two former student-athletes and two trailblazers. This class of… Read More
greenhouse
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A summer on boarding event for incoming NSMT majors and undeclared students interested in science.
Funding for freshman and sophomore summer student faculty research activities.
Support and funds for student travel to professional conferences.
Awarding of a $25,000 scholarship for a student completing the 3 + 2 Environmental Science to School of Freshwater Sciences Program.
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Project funding and partners
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From Ideas to Impact
Item type: In the NewsInnovation and Continuous Improvement grants support projects that strengthen student success, expand access and build community. Innovation often begins with a simple question: What if we tri… Read More
girls academy
Item type: Alverno.edu...information and specific admissions requirements can be found at http://www.alverno.edu/admissions/ or by contacting the Alverno College
Admission department.
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Funding and Other Support
The Girls’ Academy of Science and Mathematics has received over $900,000 in funds and future pledges since its start in 2011 for supporting our mission of advancing the
education of girls. Below is a list of our external funders and the years in... Read More
La Verna Society
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La Verna Society
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The La Verna Society was created to honor and recognize donors who support Alverno College through a planned gift — a bequest in your will, beneficiary designation or other
options.
When you make a planned gift, you will be recognized throughout your lifetime. Alverno College’s La Verna Society (formerly called the Heritage Society) recognizes and
honors... Read More
Curally Funds $10,000 in New Scholarships for Alverno College Nursing Program
Item type: In the NewsCurally, a family-owned healthcare company that provides nurse-led services at Wisconsin-area employers, is funding $10,000 in new scholarships for students in Alverno College’s Direct E… Read More
Campus Safety
Item type: Alverno.edu...use of controlled substances
Provide programming to encourage positive safety habits
Campus Safety partners with the Milwaukee Police Department and Milwaukee Fire Department to support the safety and well-being of the campus community.
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Annual Security, Fire and Safety Report
The annual report contains campus safety policies, reporting information, emergency procedures, crime statistics and residence hall fire... Read More
Master of Arts in Art Education
Item type: Alverno.edu...Spring 2027: January 5, 2027
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Build the Skills to Inspire
You’ll gain the knowledge and experience to:
Teach in K-12 and community settings
Support diverse learners
Create inclusive environments where creativity thrives
Through expressive and therapeutic arts practices, you’ll design engaging classrooms to help students discover their artistic voice, express what words alone cannot... Read More
Called to Leadership
Item type: In the NewsAlverno celebrates the women who are called to lead others, whether that is working toward educational excellence or inspiring women religious. A Most Distinguished Alumna Starting with Mother… Read More
Alverno College Reaffirms Commitment to Educational Mission and Restoring Financial Stability
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College’s Board of Trustees voted to declare financial exigency after a thorough analysis. This declaration is a proactive measure to restore financial stability and secure Alver… Read More
Laura Schultz-Garcia
Item type: In the NewsI hold an undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin–Whitewater and am currently earning my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Wisconsin-Milwau… Read More
Inauguration Speech
Item type: Alverno.edu...serve not just our current students but to serve those future generations of students. And we know that generous gift is only the beginning
— this $1.5 million can grow to $3 million or $6 million with support from our community.
This is a call to action to all who know, love or have been impacted and touched by Alverno. This is a call to action to create a bright future for Alverno College.
Alverno is at the heart of who we are in Milwaukee: diverse... Read More
Paying it Forward
Item type: In the NewsAs one of eight children, it was no small feat that Donna Bembenek '11 received a Catholic education. “At one point in my life, I remember my father working three jobs to support our fam… Read More
How to: Bring Ideas to Life
Item type: In the NewsIs it any surprise that where some may see a problem, enterprising Alverno graduates see an opportunity? Meet some of our alum entrepreneurs, who share what they've learned on their startup jo… Read More
Finding Solace Through Song
Item type: In the NewsMusic has the power to inspire, uplift, entertain, stir memory, comfort and heal. Melissa Neitzel '15, a music therapist at Children's Hospital of Wisconsin, harnesses this power daily to help… Read More
Ready to Roll
Item type: In the NewsAfter five years with the Brewcity Bruisers roller derby league, Bexit Wound wasn't about to let a broken ankle keep her off skates for long. As soon as her ankle healed, she made the league's… Read More
How I Got Ready: Joicenina's Story
Item type: In the NewsNot even a new baby could slow down Joicenina Carvalho '19, who was determined to advance her education. Two semesters into her time at Alverno, she delivered her daughter. After taking only a… Read More
Jodi Eastberg Selected to Participate in Seminar on Teaching Art History
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College is pleased to announce that Jodi Eastberg, Ph.D., chair of the History department and director of the Center for Academic Excellence, is one of a select group of faculty member… Read More
Alverno Sisterhood: United in Patriotism and Service
Item type: In the NewsOn November 9, 1970, in Loretto Hall, 11 Alverno students took the oath of office and were commissioned as officers in the U.S. Army. One of those students was Chris (Lach) Boetticher ’7… Read More
Character Conference Breakouts
Item type: Alverno.edu...the breakout of your choice.
Beneath the session description, you will see the targeted audience and a list of the 11 Principles that the session correlates to. As a refresher, you will see the full list of 11 Principles
here.
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Session 1: 10:15 – 11:30 a.m.
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Fun for EVERYone!
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Join us in a hands-on workshop where we will demonstrate how to use play to frame all learning in SEL and help prevent challenging behaviors by... Read More
LACCS Testimonials
Item type: Alverno.edu...Case Studies
Eastbrook Academy
"I am confident that our school would not have achieved recognition as both a State and National School of Character without
the impactful support of LACCS coaching. LACCS coaches have been instrumental in advancing our character education journey. One coach facilitated monthly check-ins and shared examples from a
National School of Character, which guided us in revising our school’s core values (Principle 1... Read More
Title IX
Item type: Alverno.edu...In accordance with Title IX and other applicable laws, the College prohibits sex-based discrimination and harassment in its educational programs and activities.
The College provides support, resources and reporting options for students, employees and other members of the Alverno community who experience or witness prohibited conduct. Reports are
reviewed promptly and addressed through established College procedures.
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Alverno College's School Psychology Program Receives Full Accreditation
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College’s Educational Specialist in School Psychology program has received full accreditation from the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) effective February 1, 2… Read More
EdD
Item type: Alverno.edu...higher education institutions and more. Our online EdD program offers the
advanced leadership knowledge you need in an innovative online format that lets you balance doctoral-level study with a busy, full-time career.
In as few as two years, you can equip yourself for a new level of impact in education. Our EdD program features online coursework with an on-campus residency
experience, plus structured dissertation completion that begins at the very start of... Read More
Registrar Student Right to Know
Item type: Alverno.edu...federal guidelines.
Department of Education Alverno College Scorecard
Retention and Graduation Rates
The one-year undergraduate retention rate is 64% for first-time, full-time, bachelor-seeking students who started in fall 2024.
Six-year graduation rates, first-time, full-time, bachelor-seeking students, fall 2019
Students who entered in fall 2019
Graduated in... Read More
Residence Life
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Welcome Home
As an on-campus resident, you’ll enjoy convenient access to classes, a full calendar of campus activities and a supportive community of fellow students and staff. Housing is
available for all full-time students, including undergraduate and graduate students.
Our two residence halls, Austin Hall and Clare Hall, are
nestled on 46-acres of lush green space with running and walking paths, picnic... Read More
Tuition
Item type: Alverno.edu...For personalized information and assistance, reach out to our helpful Financial Aid team.
Sure, there are a lot of numbers, but to us, you’re anything but a number.
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Full-Time* Undergraduate Tuition and Fees
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$17,106 per semester
$34,212 per year
$1,426 per credit
2025 Summer Term
$675 per credit
Fees for Undergraduate Students
Comprehensive fee (use of... Read More
Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee, Alverno College Partnering on Scholarship Program
Item type: In the NewsThe Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee (HPGM) and Alverno College have partnered to launch a matching scholarship awards program that will support the education and retention of Hispa… Read More
Alverno College Launches Institute for Black Women
Item type: In the NewsThea Bowman Institute features academic, leadership programming Milwaukee (Sept. 23, 2020) – Alverno College has launched the Thea Bowman Institute for Excellence and Leadership, a progr… Read More
Alverno College Opens Nursing Education Center in Arizona
Item type: In the NewsWith an audience of elected officials, health care leaders and Alverno College senior leadership and alums, Alverno College cut the ribbon on the college’s new nursing education center y… Read More
Gaining Confidence and Compassion
Item type: In the NewsSometimes pursuing a degree can seem out of reach, especially when you have a full-time job, but Susan Berna ’93 found the right fit at Alverno. Despite a lack of understanding and suppo… Read More
DEMSN
Item type: Alverno.edu...Program Options
The program is available in two formats:
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Accelerated 5-Semester Track
Milwaukee, Wis. or Mesa, Ariz. — An accelerated and intense year-round full-time program that is completed in 18-20 months.
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9 Semester Track
Milwaukee, Wis. only — A year-round, full-time program that is completed in three years.
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Two Locations
Alverno offers the DEMSN program at both our... Read More
Career Resources and Tools
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the Midwest
Jobs That Help: Non-profit jobs and internships in Wisconsin
Hospital Jobs Online: Nursing and health care
WECAN: Teaching and support staff jobs in Wisconsin schools
Wisconsin DPI: Teaching, Administrator and Counselor jobs with Wisconsin Department of Public
Instruction
Internship Opportunities
INROADS: Paid summer internship... Read More
Media Hub
Item type: Alverno.eduTechnology Media Hub
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Media Hub
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Media Hub
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The Media Hub provides audio visual resources and support for Alverno classes and our external rental clients. We offer technology equipment and support in the classrooms, theater
locations, meeting spaces and the Bucyrus Conference Center as well as in the Media Hub labs and production studios.
Students needing to check out laptops or other Audio Visual equipment can now do so... Read More
Truchan
Item type: Alverno.edu...Alverno Minds over Matter
Peer Mentors in math and science
NSMT Community Clubhouse
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Students and faculty
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NSMT majors
Support for travel to professional conferences
Summer research opportunities
Individualized academic advising
Internship guidance
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Professional STEM Community
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Alverno Career Studio
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Advising
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What Academic Advisors Do
Academic Advisors collaborate with and support students as they work toward their academic, personal and professional goals. Advisors are committed to being accessible, providing accurate
information, being sensitive to student differences and maintaining a respectful and caring environment.
In... Read More
Center for Academic Excellence
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The Center for Academic Excellence (CAE) is an Alverno academic support department dedicated to programs that support students who want to challenge themselves
academically and prepare themselves for competitive futures. We provide opportunities for all students to develop academic excellence by extending their learning beyond the classroom, working
collaboratively with supportive peers, faculty, staff, and the professional and greater... Read More
Pharmaceutical Sciences
Item type: In the NewsOpportunities for pharmacists surged during the COVID-19 pandemic, from testing to administering vaccinations. And even during non-pandemic times, more patients are relying on their neighborho… Read More
Pre-Professional Program in Law
Item type: In the NewsFighting for justice and equity. Protecting the vulnerable. Driving public policy through politics. As a lawyer, you’ll be empowered to use your legal knowledge, skills and position to h… Read More
Adult Education
Item type: In the NewsThe adult education support area prepares you to teach adults. In this support area, you will learn about adult development and learning in conjunction with methods of training adult learners.… Read More
Kinesiology
Item type: In the NewsWhether we’re pushing our bodies to the limit on the playing field or simply carrying a load of laundry, the way we move can make all the difference. With a major in kinesiology, you&rsq… Read More
Seize Opportunity: Women Leaders Share Insights
Item type: In the NewsResilience and being open to new opportunities - these are two of the key qualities that some of Milwaukee's top female leaders say will lead to success. Alverno students and alumnae, plus loc… Read More
Boundless Ambition
Item type: In the NewsAt the Center for Academic Excellence's new home in Founders Hall, the centerpiece of the room is a large table that comfortably seats 12. It's a gathering place for students to study, talk, c… Read More
Denim and Determination
Item type: In the NewsDozens of pairs of blue jeans are hanging in downtown Milwaukee, thanks in no small part to Alverno student Diamond Thompson. The jeans commemorate Denim Day, an annual event held around the w… Read More
Finding Meaning in Manufacturing
Item type: In the NewsAs the co-founder and owner of marketing firm Strategy House, Bridgette Palm '12 isn't just innovating in her own field. She is also helping other women innovate in the manufacturing industry.… Read More
Helping the Helpers
Item type: In the NewsAs a licensed psychotherapist, Nikki Gordon immediately understood the level of trauma that COVID-19 would induce. And she knew she had to help. “When the pandemic hit, the core values o… Read More
Determined to Discover
Item type: In the NewsThis spring, the Alverno community transitioned to online learning. Thanks to the creativity and dedication of our faculty, and the determination and adaptability of our students, learning con… Read More
Milwaukee College Completion Charity To Expand
Item type: In the NewsAll-In Milwaukee is a non-profit dedicated to helping low-income, high-potential students graduate college. In addition to providing financial support, professional advisors from All-In Milwau… Read More
Alverno College Will Launch a New Substance Abuse Counseling Certificate Program
Item type: In the NewsResponding to a critical need in the Milwaukee area, Alverno College will launch a new substance abuse counseling certificate program in the fall. The program will be an area of specializat… Read More
Alverno College Names Dr. Andrea Lee, IHM President
Item type: In the NewsDr. Andrea Lee, IHM, was unanimously elected the eighth president of Alverno College by the College's Board of Trustees. She will succeed President Mary J. Meehan, Ph.D., taking office at th… Read More
Alverno College Aims to Double the Number of Students Studying Abroad
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College has pledged to join the Institute of International Education (IIE)'s Generation Study Abroad initiative to double the number of American students who study abroad by the end… Read More
Alverno College Will Hold its 156th Commencement on December 16
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College will hold its 156th commencement on December 16 as 57 master's candidates and 136 undergraduates walk across the Pitman Theatre stage to receive their degrees. The graduate cer… Read More
Mary Diez Honored for Distinguished Achievement in Teacher Education
Item type: In the NewsThe American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE) has named Mary E. Diez, Ph.D., dean of the School of Education at Alverno College, the winner of its 2013 David G. Imig Aw… Read More
Biology - Human Biology
Item type: In the NewsIntrigued by a career in health care but still seeking the right path? Then consider studying human biology. With a strong foundation in human anatomy, physiology and disease, you’ll be… Read More
How I Got Ready: Montserrat's Story
Item type: In the NewsFrom the moment she set foot on the Alverno campus, Montserrat Alvarez Gonzalez felt at home. “It felt like home, and it’s close to home, too,” she says. Drawn to Alverno for… Read More
Alverno at Work: Cassandra Morales
Item type: In the NewsIt took motherhood to ignite the determination of Cassandra Morales ’21 to go to college. As the first in her family to graduate from high school, she was married, working as a secretary… Read More
Separating Fact From Fiction
Item type: In the NewsThe spread of COVID-19 has been accompanied by another pandemic – the rampant proliferation of misinformation about the virus, its origination, prevention and treatment methods, and vacc… Read More
How I Got Ready: Soua's Story
Item type: In the NewsSoua Lee ’19 remembers watching family and friends in the Hmong community postpone or decline treatments or surgery in favor of traditional remedies or healing rituals. When their healt… Read More
Nevertheless, She Persisted
Item type: In the NewsImagine that, more than a decade ago, you make a mistake. A mistake that happens to be against the law, which you own up to, express remorse for, and work to make right. Imagine that between n… Read More
Alverno Student Honored as Newman Civic Fellow
Item type: In the NewsCampus Compact, a Boston-based non-profit organization working to advance the public purposes of higher education, has announced the 173 students who will make up the organization’s 2022… Read More
Kohl's and Alverno College Announce Kohl's Scholars for 2022-23
Item type: In the NewsToday, Alverno College and Kohl’s (NYSE: KSS) announce the recipients of the Kohl’s Scholars scholarships for the 2022-23 academic year. The Kohl’s Scholars program includes… Read More
Mental Health Summit Will Focus on Crisis and Preventative Services
Item type: In the NewsThe Alverno College graduate program in Community Psychology is hosting a mental health summit focused on crisis and preventative services. Participants will learn from a panel of Milwaukee-ba… Read More
Honoring the legacy of educator Patricia Jensen '71
Item type: In the NewsLongtime educator Patricia Jensen ’71, PhD, was passionate about experiential learning and creating hospitable spaces for learning. In her 35 years of teaching at Alverno, Jensen –… Read More
Mentorship close to this nurse's heart
Item type: In the NewsWhen Alverno nursing student Ariyah Kirkendoll, class of 2023, sees her primary care provider, she receives more than health care — she also gets mentorship and advice from a fellow Alve… Read More
A Dream Fulfilled Inspires Giving Back
Item type: In the NewsOne day when Elaine Pagliaro ’79 was driving home from work, she heard a radio ad promoting Alverno’s new Weekend College. “I thought, wow, I could do this. So I went to the… Read More
Reaching the Top, Together
Item type: In the NewsNot only does Alverno’s Summit Fund help students complete their degree, it also asks them to pay it forward When Retiki Seals crosses the Pitman Theatre stage at commencement, she will… Read More
Kohl's and Alverno College Announce Kohl's Scholars for 2023-24
Item type: In the NewsToday, Alverno College and Kohl’s (NYSE: KSS) announce the recipients of the Kohl’s Scholars scholarships for the 2023-24 academic year. The Kohl’s Scholars program includes… Read More
Alverno College Receives $1.24 Million Grant From the Department of Education
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College has been awarded a five-year, $1.24 million grant by the U.S. Department of Education. The funds will be used to train personnel from diverse backgrounds at Minority-Serving In… Read More
Cathy Dowdell '91 Pays It Forward
Item type: In the NewsBy the time Cathy Dowdell '91 enrolled in Alverno's Weekend College in 1988, she'd already been working at SC Johnson for 15 years. She had started in the mailroom and was working her way up.… Read More
Alum Pays It Forward
Item type: In the NewsBy the time Cathy Dowdell '91 enrolled in Alverno's Weekend College in 1988, she'd already been working at SC Johnson for 15 years. She had started in the mailroom and was working her way up.… Read More
White House & Women's College Coalition Mark Historic NASA Federal Investment in STEM Pathways for Female Students
Item type: In the NewsLast week, presidents of the Women’s College Coalition (WCC) met with the White House Office of Public Engagement, White House Gender Policy Council, the White House Office of Science a… Read More
Alum JoAnn McGrath Remembered for Commitment to Alverno's Nursing Program
Item type: In the NewsJoAnn (Resch) McGrath ’57, an Alverno nursing alum and philanthropist, died on February 19, 2024. McGrath spent her life modeling Alverno’s commitment to effective citizenship and… Read More
Donors Offer $1.5 Million Matching Gift to Alverno College
Item type: In the NewsAn anonymous group of donors who believe in the mission of Alverno College has stepped forward to challenge the Alverno community to come together in support of the College. The donors will ma… Read More
Alverno College Receives $1.9 Million Grant From the National Science Foundation
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College has been awarded a six-year, $1.9 million grant by the National Science Foundation. The funds will be used to increase recruitment and retention of talented, low-income student… Read More
Alverno College Awarded Grant to Attract Women and Students of Color to STEM Fields
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College has been awarded a $499,983 grant from the National Science Foundation to launch and support the college’s Truchan STEM Community Impact Program, which is designed to imp… Read More
Alverno College Year in Review, 2025
Item type: In the NewsAs 2025 draws to a close, we’re taking a moment to look back on a year defined by growth, connection and community. We welcomed new colleagues into key leadership roles, each bringing fr… Read More
Nikki Hensler Gordon, MS, MA, LPC, CCI, CCISM
Item type: In the NewsNikki Hensler Gordon, MS, MA, LPC, CCI, CCISM, is an EMDRIA-Certified trauma therapist and educator specializing in trauma neuroscience, crisis intervention and complex trauma. She owns a priv… Read More
Library About
Item type: Alverno.edu...accessible, culturally responsive, and
continually transforming services that include meaningful student employment opportunities, one-on-one research help, classroom instruction, access to materials that support the curriculum,
and technology-equipped spaces for learning and networking. The Library’s secondary mission is to support faculty and staff with research, curricular development, and instructional
design.
Vision Statement:
We will... Read More
Alverno College Alumna Named Dean of Students
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College has named alumna Vanessa Vásquez ’12 MA ’15 dean of students. She brings more than 15 years of experience across higher education, K-12 and nonprofit organiz… Read More
Alverno College Ranked No. 5 in Newsweek's “America's Best Colleges for Women”
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College has been named one of Newsweek’s America’s Best Colleges for Women 2026, ranking fifth in the country. The inaugural recognition evaluates institutions nationwide o… Read More
Alverno College to Honor Three Outstanding Alumnae
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College will honor three alumnae during the college’s Alum Reunion and Awards Brunch on April 26. The event begins at noon and will include the presentation of the Alum Awards an… Read More
Alverno College Announces New Vice President for Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer
Item type: In the NewsLorenze Legaspi, MS, has been named vice president of finance and administration/chief financial officer for Alverno College. In this role, Legaspi will coordinate and oversee the financial fu… Read More
Pre-Health Programs
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Pre-Health Programs
Are you already envisioning your future in scrubs or a white coat? Alverno’s pre-health professional programs provide the support and resources you need to achieve your dreams. Choose
from tracks in:
Pre-medicine
Pre-dentistry
Pre-physician assistant
Pre-pharmacy
Pre-physical therapy/kinesiology
Pre-veterinary
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Impact Report
Item type: Alverno.edu...work for a company with a matching gift program, contact your human resources department to initiate the match.
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IRA Charitable Rollover
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With an IRA charitable rollover gift, you can support Alverno’s mission while also enjoying valuable tax and income benefits. Even better, your gift qualifies for your required minimum
distribution (RMD). Please contact advancement@alverno.edu or call 414-382-6084 with any questions.
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Planned Giving /... Read More
Trailblazer Society
Item type: Alverno.edu...give a total of $1,000 or more to Alverno annually, the Trailblazer Society recognizes their commitment to Alverno and provides the following benefits
as a “thank you” for their dedication and support:
An annual update from Alverno’s president
An invitation to select events with Alverno students
Recognition and invitation to an annual donor appreciation event
Acknowledgement in our list of Trailblazer Society... Read More
Ways to Give
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gift.
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Planned Giving / Estate Planning
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Planned Giving / Estate Planning
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Making a planned gift is a thoughtful way to support students on their academic journey, and ensure that an Alverno education remains accessible for future generations.
Your generosity supports the long-term sustainability of Alverno and it contributes to the empowerment of women and the betterment of our... Read More
Media Hub Hours
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Media Hub Hours
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As we support classrooms and special events across campus, we may need to adjust our hours on short notice to support these events. Please call us at 414-382-6170 to confirm our hours.
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USB / DVD Recording Units for the Classrooms
Classroom Use Set of 20 USB Flash Drives
Digital Cameras
CD Boom Boxes
Digital Video Camcorders
Digital Audio Recorders
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11 Principles Training
Item type: Alverno.edu...as well as MTSS, PBIS, RTI, restorative practices, teacher morale, and parent engagement.
We encourage you to learn more about each of the 11 Principles described below. Let us know how we can support your school’s commitment to inspiring and equipping your students to
understand, care about, and practice the core values that will enable them to flourish in school, in the workplace, and as citizens
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Internships for Students
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Career Studio
Internships
The Career Studio provides internship advising and internship search support to help students prepare for and secure internship opportunities.
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Find an Internship
Alverno’s Career Studio helps students find internships that match their aspirations. Support includes resume review, interview preparation and personal... Read More
Student Development and Success
Item type: Alverno.eduSupporting You
Alverno's Division of Student Development and Success offers curricular and co-curricular programs to holistically support a student’s evolving academic, social and personal needs from
the moment you set foot on campus all the way through graduation.
Your success is our mission.
Whether you're seeking leadership opportunities or information on counseling services, commencement or campus safety, you've come to... Read More
Sailing Toward a Better Understanding
Item type: In the NewsWhen Kimberly Pearce stepped onto a sailboat for class, she didn’t know what to expect, but that was the whole point of the lesson. In early September, students pursuing their special ed… Read More
Wi-Fi Access
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Do not process credit card transactions on this network; it may not comply with PCI-DSS 3.2 standards
Troubleshooting and Support
Having trouble connecting?
Open a support ticket here: https://ellucian.service-now.com/
Use Google Chrome as your browser for the best experience. Other browsers may not allow you to log in.
Visit the Help... Read More
Full STEAM Ahead
Item type: In the NewsAt first glance, art and science may not have much in common. But set aside stereotypes about right- and left-brained behaviors, and you'll find that the two disciplines both require forming a… Read More
Coming Full Circle
Item type: In the NewsBrianne Kilpatrick ’08 never imagined studying abroad during her junior year would come full circle 15 years later. Although not fluent in Spanish, Kilpatrick did not let that stop her f… Read More
Winter 2022 Full Issue
Item type: In the NewsClick here to download the Winter 2022 issue of Alverno Magazine. Read More
Summer 2022 Full Issue
Item type: In the NewsClick here to download the Summer 2022 issue of Alverno Magazine. Read More
Fall Winter Full Issue 2022
Item type: In the NewsClick here to download the Fall Winter 2022 issue of Alverno Magazine.
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Spring Summer Full Issue 2023
Item type: In the NewsClick here to download the Spring Summer 2023 issue of Alverno Magazine. Read More
Alverno College Receives Platinum Seal For Excellence in Student Voter Engagement
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College was honored at the 2019 ALL IN Challenge Awards Ceremony with a platinum seal for achieving a student voting rate above 50%. The ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge hosted its se… Read More
Alverno President
Item type: Alverno.edu...national and international reputation.
Read more about President Brown's background and experience as published in
Alverno Magazine.
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Read and download the full press release announcement.
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The Search Committee
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Kathy Hudson, H'14
Co-Chair
Alverno Trustee
Retired Chairman of the Board, Brady Corporation
Kathleen O’Brien, OSF '67
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Advising Academic Advising Staff
Item type: Alverno.edu...I graduated from Concordia University in 2013. Shortly after graduation, I accepted a position at Concordia as a Student Services
Advisor where I served for three years. This career path has come full circle and now I am back “home.” The best part of my job is the student interactions, so please
feel free to connect with me often. As education is one of my values, I often say “it is an awesome day when you have learned something new!” I... Read More
Billing and Payment
Item type: Alverno.edu...students must complete the Educational Loan Agreement (ELA) each semester before registering for courses.
This requirement applies to all students, including those who plan to pay their balance in full or currently have no balance due.
Even if you do not owe anything right now, your student account may change during the semester due to adjustments such as registration changes or additional fees. Completing the ELA ensures
these charges can be applied if... Read More
Registrar Teach Out Policy
Item type: Alverno.edu...and expectations of external agencies, including any relevant licensing or accrediting bodies.
The college is not obligated to retain faculty members hired specifically for the teach-out plan. Full-time faculty currently working in a program that is moving to teach-out are subject to
the guidelines and policies of the Educators’ Handbook.
Following the decision to move an existing program into an internal teach-out, the college will:
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Information for Researchers
Item type: Alverno.edu...or the improvement of a program internal to Alverno, or for collection of
data intended to illustrate the educational practices that we use. However if the research activity is meant to generate evidence to support generalizable claims (that is, claims meant to
apply to other situations) then it is research under this definition. In general if you publish or present your findings and use the term “research” in that publication or
presentation, your work needs IRB... Read More
Alverno College Launches State's First Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Dual Adult-Gerontology Primary and Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Programs
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College has launched two new Master of Science in Nursing programs — a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner program and a Dual Adult-Gerontology Primary and Acute Care Nurse Practitioner… Read More
From Girls' Academy to Alverno Graduate
Item type: In the NewsNew Alverno graduate Irma Quezada '17 is living proof that girls and women can achieve much more than what society may expect from them. Quezada, who this May earned a Bachelor of Science in C… Read More
A Woman of Mission
Item type: In the NewsThe passing of Sister Joel Read OSF '48 at age 91 in May 2017 brought an outpouring of tributes and memories from those whose lives she touched as an educator, colleague, mentor and friend. On… Read More
Metamorphosis
Item type: In the NewsYou might say that butterflies are what brought Bregetta Wilson to Alverno. Wilson, as a working mom and college student, strongly identified with the themes of evolution and growth that butte… Read More
Advocacy in Action
Item type: In the NewsGabriela Leija '10 was 16 the first time she entered a courtroom. There to support a friend who had been charged with petty theft, she recalls bristling at the judge's harsh words. “All… Read More
Hands-On Learning
Item type: In the NewsAt Alverno, learning is an action verb. Students apply what they learn in the classroom and enrich their classroom learning with what they've done and discovered in the real world. Just ask th… Read More
Stepping Up
Item type: In the NewsMany of us are keeping ourselves, our families and our communities safe during the coronavirus pandemic by staying at home. Jordan (Nickelatti) Kaaze '13 is keeping people safe by heading to o… Read More
'We Have to Help'
Item type: In the NewsRows upon rows of forest green cots — 530, to be precise — sit empty at the Exposition Center at Wisconsin State Fair Park outside Milwaukee. God willing, they'll stay that way. Th… Read More
From Behind the Chair
Item type: In the NewsSimmone Kilgore '13 witnessed her future career in action as a child. She just didn't realize it. “I remember being a kid in a salon with women, and I thoroughly enjoyed the conversation… Read More
Latest "Status of Girls in Wisconsin" Report Reveals Troubling Patterns
Item type: In the NewsThe Alverno Report: The Status of Girls in Wisconsin reveals a number of persistent, troubling patterns for Wisconsin girls, especially in the areas of sexual violence and human trafficking; s… Read More
Alverno College Receives Great Lakes "College Ready" Grant
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College received a College Ready grant in the amount of $72,600 from Great Lakes Higher Education Guaranty Corporation. This grant will benefit 38 first-generation students, most of th… Read More
Medical College of Wisconsin School of Pharmacy Partners with Alverno College to Enhance Student Program Opportunities
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College is partnering with the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) School of Pharmacy on a dual degree program that will allow full-time Alverno students who successfully complete the p… Read More
Alverno College Launches State's First Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Dual Adult-Gerontology Primary and Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Programs
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College has launched two new Master of Science in Nursing programs — a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner program and a Dual Adult-Gerontology Primary and Acute Care Nurse Practitioner… Read More
Eastberg Named Dean of Professional and Graduate Studies
Item type: In the NewsJodi Eastberg, Ph.D., has been named dean of Professional and Graduate Studies at Alverno College, Joseph Foy, vice president for Academic Affairs announced. She assumed the role on January 1.… Read More
Lindsey Harness, Ph.D., Appointed Director of the Alverno College Research Center for Women and Girls
Item type: In the NewsLindsey Harness, Ph.D., has been appointed director of the Alverno College Research Center for Women and Girls (RCWG) and will assume the role on August 1. Harness, an associate professor of C… Read More
A Tremendous Light
Item type: In the News“I think the difference between me and some people is that I’m content to do my little bit. Sometimes people think they have to do big things in order to make change. But if each… Read More
Kohl's and Alverno College Partner to Launch Kohl's Scholars Program
Item type: In the NewsToday, Alverno College and Kohl’s (NYSE: KSS) announce the launch of the Kohl’s Scholars program, a $25,000 commitment from Kohl’s that awards a $5,000 scholarship to five Al… Read More
Success Is a Journey
Item type: In the NewsMany equate success to what they can accomplish in the end, but for Alverno alumna Maricha Harris ‘09 MA ‘15, it’s all about the journey along the way. “I wholeheartedl… Read More
How I Got Ready: Felonee's Story
Item type: In the NewsSome people tell stories with words; others construct their stories through dance steps or a brush dipped into paint, leaving trails on a canvas. Felonee Webster’s tools of choice? Fiber… Read More
Ronett Jacobs, EdD
Item type: In the NewsEducation AREAS OF EXPERTISE Transformational coaching K-12 curriculum and instruction Program design BIOGRAPHY Ronett Jacobs is an associate professor of Education at Alverno College, where… Read More
Elena Hernández Burke Named as a 2022-23 HACU Leadership Academy Fellow
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College is pleased to announce that Elena Hernández Burke, MBA, has been named as a fellow of The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) Leadership Academy/La… Read More
Alverno College Recognized as a 2022 ALL IN Most Engaged Campus for College Student Voting
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College has been recognized by the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge (ALL IN) as a 2022 ALL IN Most Engaged Campus for College Student Voting. The ALL IN Most Engaged Campuses for Coll… Read More
Alverno College Receives $2.89 Million Grant For School Psychologist Training
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College has been awarded a five-year, $2.89 million grant by the U.S. Department of Education to increase the number of highly trained, bilingual, and racially and ethnically diverse s… Read More
Higher Learning Commission Removes Alverno College's Financial Distress Designation
Item type: In the NewsLess than six months after the Alverno College Board of Trustees voted to declare financial exigency, the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) has removed the college’s “financial dist… Read More
Ronett Jacobs, EdD
Item type: In the NewsRonett Jacobs is an associate professor of education at Alverno College, where she has taught since 2018. She also serves as the director of the Thea Bowman Institute for Excellence and Leader… Read More
Hispanic Serving Institution
Item type: Alverno.edu...of being the first university in Wisconsin designated by the U.S. Department of Education as a Hispanic-Serving
Institution (HSI).
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What is an HSI?
HSIs are defined as having a full-time student population that is at least 25% Hispanic. When we first became an HSI in 2017, Hispanic students accounted for 27% of our Alverno Strong
family.
As an HSI, Alverno has access to additional federal grants to fund programs and services... Read More
Special Education
Item type: Alverno.edu...learn about special education history and law, characteristics of specific disabilities and the IEP, literacy techniques, planning lessons for specific disabilities and creating
environments that support positive classroom behaviors.
Your own instructors — experts in their field — will model how you can embrace students’ different learning styles and provide insightful, personalized
feedback that enables students’ growth. Not only... Read More
Advising FAQs
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A course chosen from a number of optional subjects.
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Faculty Advisor
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An advisor who is also a faculty member in the student’s area of study.
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Full-Time Student
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At the undergraduate level, a student that is taking between 12-18 credits in a semester.
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GEC-300 Series Course
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In the weekday program, a required General Education course with a variety of options that explore global... Read More
Thea Bowman Institute for Excellence and Leadership
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The Thea Bowman Institute for Excellence and Leadership at Alverno College is a four-year leadership development program for undergraduate students enrolled at Alverno. The
Institute provides renewable full-tuition scholarships (excluding room and board expenses) to students who exhibit a strong desire to serve as leaders in their communities and who are seeking
professional roles in pursuit of social change and service.
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Bowman Institute Scholars learn leadership... Read More
Faculty Resources
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Contact the librarians to learn more about how we can help you support your students in their learning.
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Course Reserves
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The Library maintains a Course Reserve of books and other items assigned in active courses. These items are available to students only and must be returned after 3 days. This
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Fall 2017 Full Issue
Item type: In the NewsClick here to download the fall 2017 issue of Alverno Magazine as a PDF. Read More
Spring 2018 Full Issue
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Fall 2018 Full Issue
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Spring/Summer 2019 Full Issue
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Fall/Winter 2019 Full Issue
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Spring/Summer 2020 Full Issue
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Full Speed Ahead for Tokara Henry '22
Item type: In the NewsAfter earning her associate’s degree, Tokara Henry ’22 launched her own business, Bijou Nails and Co. in Milwaukee’s Bronzeville district, and spent the next decade growing i… Read More
Registrar Problems That Prevent Registration
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Message: LA-321-01 – Registration in LA-321-01 puts you in Overload. General Permit is required.
Solution: Contact your advisor.
The course you want is full, but waitlist is available
Message: MGT-100-01 course is filled. Either add to waitlist or look for an available section.
Solution: Add to waitlist and monitor on Manage My Waitlist or look for a different section.
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Education – Kindergarten-Ninth Grade
Item type: Alverno.edu...engage a classroom of students with different learning styles.
Our emphasis on real-world skills and insightful, personalized feedback will enable your personal growth. Not only will you reach your full
potential — you’ll learn how to help your own students do the same.
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Beyond the classroom
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You’ll get hands-on experience in real elementary and middle school classrooms early and often, ensuring you’re ready to step up to... Read More
Master of Science in Nursing
Item type: In the NewsThe future of health care is waiting for you As a student in Alverno's Master of Science in Nursing program, you will become a change agent to impact the health care disparities experienced b… Read More
Master of Science in Community Psychology
Item type: In the NewsEffect social change The Alverno College Community Psychology Master's program will help you to meet your goals of becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor. On your way, you will engage wit… Read More
Infinite Possibilities
Item type: In the NewsAs a grade schooler,Lexi Daileyloved solving problems from her mother's college algebra textbook. But she wasn't sure how to translate her passion into a career. Enter Alverno's new dual-degre… Read More
Mastering Music Therapy
Item type: In the NewsAs Alverno marks the 70th anniversary of its pioneering music therapy program this fall, the College is also launching Wisconsin's first master's program in music therapy. To implement and dir… Read More
Alverno Entrepreneur: Amanda Santoro
Item type: In the NewsIt may sound like a big leap to go from a nurse to a start-up business owner. But for Amanda Santoro '97, it made sense. A busy mother of three, the registered nurse was expecting her fourth c… Read More
Ripple Effect: From Intern to Employee
Item type: In the NewsWhen Erica Flores '05 founded Healing Harmonies LLC in 2011, she was driven to use music to help people live a healthier life. As her business grew, Flores became a passionate advocate for the… Read More
Lighting the Fire
Item type: In the NewsAs a longtime teacher, Lawahez Suleiman knows the hard work and deep commitment required — the late nights and early mornings grading papers, thinking about students and lesson plans aft… Read More
Ready to Create Change
Item type: In the NewsIn her ascendancy to a historic leadership role, Ali Haigh '14 has an important message to share. “Women can do anything that they put their mind to,” says Haigh, the first female… Read More
Alverno College Launches the Only Master of Music Therapy Program in Wisconsin
Item type: In the NewsIn response to growing demand, Alverno College is launching a Master in Music Therapy (MMT) program in the fall of 2018. The program is the only master's degree program in the field offered in… Read More
Alverno College Launches New Doctorate of Nursing Practice
Item type: In the NewsIn response to demand and the increasingly complex health care landscape, Alverno College is launching a post-master's Doctorate of Nursing Practice degree and the first doctorate offering a… Read More
Alverno Forum will explore the challenges that face the LGBTQ community
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College is hosting a forum on the issues and challenges that prohibit full inclusion of the LGBTQ community. LGBTQ people and their allies face discriminatory obstacles every day in… Read More
Alverno's New Strategic Plan Aligns Strengths And Priorities With Milwaukee Region's Emerging Workforce Needs
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College announces its strategic plan, after a comprehensive year-long planning process that was built around invited input from the College community, alumnae, and key business and civ… Read More
Alverno College Student Selected for Prestigious Science Internship
Item type: In the NewsAmeera Pearsall, a junior at Alverno College majoring in biomedical sciences with a minor in psychology, has been selected as one of only 15 undergraduate students in the country to participat… Read More
Alverno College Marches Steadily Toward First DEMSN Cohort
Item type: In the News"Can you think of a time when a nurse impacted your life?” This question will soon be posed to prospective nursing students at Alverno College’s new nursing education center in Mes… Read More
Master of Science in Nursing FAQs
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acute/critical care settings (600 hours), thereby expanding your scope of practice and increasing your employability. Completion of the dual-track program requires only one semester more of
full-time study than either the AGPCNP or AGACNP program alone. Upon graduation, you will be eligible to apply for dual national certification as an adult-gerontology primary care nurse
practitioner and adult-gerontology acute care nurse practitioner.
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Family Nurse... Read More
Music Health and Safety
Item type: Alverno.edu...and Human Sciences
Voice Disorders and Related Risk Factors among Music Therapists: Survey Findings and Strategies for Voice Care
(must be logged into Alverno or AMTA account to view full text: Music Therapy Perspectives, Volume 37, Issue 1, Spring 2019, Pages 37–44).
Additional Resources
Alverno Student Wellness
Occupational Helath and Well-Being: Hazards, Treatment Options, and... Read More
Library FAQ
Item type: Alverno.edu...aware that librarians will not create or carefully review citations for you. We will give you some direction and point you
to helpful resources, but your work must be your own.
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How can I find full-text articles?
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The Library's Finding & Requesting Resources guide contains detailed instructions for searching
and requesting both physical items and PDF copies of articles/book chapters.
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Where can I find research... Read More
Library Policies
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Items in the Reference Collection do not circulate and must be used in the library.
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Renewals
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Materials that circulate for the full semester are not eligible for renewal, but may be returned and checked back out if there are no holds on the item.
Materials eligible for renewal may be renewed via each patron’s Library Account.
Items in the Textbooks Collection cannot be renewed or... Read More
Emergency Procedures
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This page contains general information on what to do in the event of an emergency, and is not intended to be a comprehensive emergency plan.
Full procedures can be found in the Annual Security, Fire and Safety report.
Emergency Contacts
Life-threatening emergency: 911
From a campus phone: 9-911
Campus Safety: 414-382-6911 or campus extension 6911
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Admissions Team
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EdD Program Admissions
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Admissions Team
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Admissions Team
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Meet our Admissions Team
We are looking forward to meeting you! Our admissions counselors are here to answer your questions and guide you through each step of the admissions process. You also can reach the Admissions
Office by calling 414-382-6100 or emailing admissions@alverno.edu.
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DEMSN Program... Read More
Career Studio Team
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We can't wait to meet you! Our career studio team members are here to answer your questions and guide you through each step of the internship and career process.
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Contact us
careerstudio@alverno.edu
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Location
Founders Hall (FO) 101
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Office Hours
Monday – Friday:
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
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Registrar Alverno College Catalog
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These documents describe the philosophy of Alverno’s teaching and learning, the courses offered each semester, the resources, support services, information and policies at Alverno
College. Please read each of the catalogue documents carefully. The Student Handbook policies are applicable to all current students. Contact the Dean of Students Office for further
information.
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LACCS Program Overview
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Reviewing the 11 Principles with real life examples presented by Colin Jacobs and Jofee Tremain.
Completing an 11 Principles Assessment to identify where each organization needs support and how specifically they can grow.
Meeting your organization’s personalized Character Coach who will lead and guide your year-long LACCS experience.
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November
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Growing our knowledge and familiarity of the 11 Principles with... Read More
International Admissions
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VISA REQUIREMENTS
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To obtain the I-20 form once admitted:
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Read International Financial Statement Instructions.
Submit the International Statement of Financial Support form.
Submit certified proof of sufficient financial resources.
Submit a photocopy of the biographical page of your current passport.
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To enter the U.S. as an international student:
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After you are accepted, Alverno... Read More
Center for Academic Excellence Undergraduate Faculty Student Research Projects
Item type: Alverno.edu...for Academic Excellence (CAE) works with undergraduate students interested in developing creative projects and research experience with an Alverno
College faculty member.
The CAE provides support for undergraduate student scholarship using a mentoring framework under the guidance of faculty. These projects offer the possibility
of significant scholarly achievement by all those involved. Advanced learning in a disciplinary or interdisciplinary area is... Read More
Admissions Early College Credit
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Wellness Courses
Alverno College Wellness courses offer students 1-credit opportunities to explore topics related to personal wellness. The courses are designed to support students on
their collegiate journey by providing catalysts for learning, reflection, and success. Topics vary each semester.
Wellness Course Offerings
WE-123 Meditation
WE-126 Personal Budgeting
WE-131 Learning & Study... Read More
Registrar
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It's that time!
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At Alverno College, Registrar staff work with students to help them with their registration needs, graduation requirements, and transfer credit reviews. We also answer questions from current
and former students about requesting and accessing their educational records, permits, course offerings, general questions about transfer credit, and the technology tools that support their
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Financial Aid CARES Act Information
Item type: Alverno.edu...Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act -- (HEERF I)
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund provided financial support to higher education institutions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
At least 50 percent of funds received under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act are to be allocated for emergency financial aid grants to students whose lives have been disrupted. These
grant funds... Read More
Online Adult Education
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Earn your EdD
Help teach the world a better way to learn with our innovative online EdD in Education Leadership. Take advantage of convenient online study and dissertation support from your first day.
Integrate theory and practice as you learn executive-level skills for classroom innovation and administrative leadership, including superintendency or the business world. Choose from three
concentrations and a doctoral completion option for ABD... Read More
Alverno Presents
Item type: Alverno.edu...All ticket sales to benefit Alverno College's Food Pantry!
It’s a night for all to remember thanks to Dr. Mary Ann Schwartz '62 and Dr. Richard Brewer, who are delighted to support the Alverno College Speaker
Series, which offers an enriching educational experience. Providing opportunities beyond the classroom to meet new role models and to expand their view of future career and community
involvement possibilities.
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Shanola... Read More
Adaptive Arts License
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Skills to create effective lessons using a variety of strategies, materials and assistive technologies based on research and theories.
Approaches in classroom management to support a strong community and positive learning environment.
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Licensure Options & Minors
You'll choose between two license major options — Birth to Third Grade or Kindergarten to Ninth Grade.
You also have the... Read More
Biomedical Sciences
Item type: Alverno.edu...code of scientific ethics for your future.
If you plan to go to medical school or another professional health school, Alverno’s pre-health program offers seminars, personalized advising, peer support and other
resources to help make you a competitive candidate. The biomedical emphasis in this major will also help prepare you for the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) or other
work in the health field.
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Beyond the classroom
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Outside... Read More
Delegates
Item type: Alverno.edu...providing strategic and visionary legal and executive leadership in higher education and non-profit organizations.
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Become a Sponsor
The inauguration of President Christy L. Brown, JD, marks an important milestone in Alverno College’s 137-year history. Becoming an Inauguration Sponsor
provides community partners an opportunity to recognize our new president and support the mission of Alverno, while also gaining visibility for their organizations Read More
Where All Belong
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Annual Cultural Ceremonies
Three special cultural ceremonies are held for graduates in May in the week leading up to Commencement.
We celebrate our graduates and the support networks who have helped them earn their degrees during Bestowing of the Kente, Latinas con Fuerza and
Asian American Rite of Passage, which are open to all students.
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Contact Us
For questions or inquires about the ABIDE Taskforce, please... Read More
Global Studies
Item type: In the NewsPandemics, climate change, K-pop — our world is deeply interconnected in so many ways. With a major in global studies and international affairs, you’ll learn how to work across cul… Read More
Integrated Natural Sciences
Item type: In the NewsIf you’re passionate about STEM, then consider Alverno’s integrated natural sciences major. This flexible program allows you to design your own major by blending biology, chemistry… Read More
Environmental Science Minor
Item type: In the NewsWould you like to prevent the next Flint water crisis? Reduce smog over our city? Turn a blighted brownfield green again? If you love nature and want to use science to protect it, then conside… Read More
Spanish Language and Cultures
Item type: In the NewsExpand your horizons Spanish is the second most common language in the United States and is spoken in nearly 30 other countries around the world. With the high demand for bilingual speakers in… Read More
Leslie Henry, MM, MT-BC
Item type: In the NewsMusic Therapy AREAS OF EXPERTISE Music therapy and its ability to help with chronic pain Music and the brain Music to support persons with dementia How music can heal or hurt Music and coping… Read More
Alverno College's 2019 Year in Review
Item type: In the NewsThere was plenty of good news to share in 2019, from an eye-opening report on how girls in our state are faring, to new academic programs and strategic partnerships. Here’s a rundown (in… Read More
Alverno College Completes Change of Control Process for Incorporation of Columbia College of Nursing
Item type: In the NewsThe Higher Learning Commission has approved the incorporation of the Columbia College of Nursing into Alverno College, and the transaction closed June 30, 2020, President Andrea Lee, IHM, said… Read More
Alverno Strategic Plan Outlines Dynamic Future
Item type: In the NewsAfter 130 years of making a difference in Milwaukee and beyond, Alverno is continuing to evolve in response to the changing needs of the workforce and the community. Guiding that evolution is… Read More
Haunts, History and Hidden Pasts
Item type: In the NewsIn 2011, Anna Lardinois '02 headed to the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. Her annual solo spring break road trip was a vital way to recharge her batteries while working with 17- to 20-… Read More
Equipping Teachers With the Right Tools
Item type: In the NewsTommie Myles '03 was trying to fix his refrigerator, but nothing was working. Then his dad told him he needed a needle-nose pliers, a tool Myles had never heard of. But he went to the hardware… Read More
‘I Can Do This'
Item type: In the NewsThis past summer, a group of teenagers arrived at the downtown Houston convention center that housed thousands of residents after Hurricane Harvey struck. They had a simple request: They wante… Read More
Alverno at Work: Barkha Daily
Item type: In the NewsWhen Barkha Daily '11 left her home in Kathmandu, Nepal, in 2003 for the United States, everything she knew about America came from watching movies. “At the time I thought everywhere in… Read More
More Than Meets the Eye
Item type: In the NewsSandra Baker '15 had been working as a counselor for years before she arrived at Alverno to earn her master's degree. “The field of counseling was changing,” she says. “To be… Read More
Treating One Person, Caring for the Community
Item type: In the NewsVie Lucas '13 will never forget the couple who was involved in an accident. One person survived; the partner did not. Lucas, a mental-health nurse for Milwaukee County, says the survivor was b… Read More
Alverno MBA Turns 10
Item type: In the NewsThe Alverno MBA is designed to develop leaders who are ready to not only thrive in a changing economy but who can also drive change themselves. For the past decade, it has done just that, as t… Read More
Student Activists Honored
Item type: In the NewsInjustice takes many forms. Those who are committed to building a better world know that to effect change, you must speak up — something that Alverno students do every day with passion a… Read More
Women on a Mission
Item type: In the NewsA mission to educate and empower women isn't something that ended once one group of Alverno alumnae collected their diplomas. Instead, it's something they carried into their professional caree… Read More
Pure Resilience
Item type: In the NewsTake 1. Never anticipated the unknown. Events in our lives may destroy us piece by piece and make us feel like there is no hope. However, a special place in my heart has altered my perspective… Read More
Making a Difference, From Milwaukee to Mississippi
Item type: In the NewsAlverno graduate nursing students know you can make a big difference in a short amount of time. Over a four-day trip to northern Mississippi, five registered nurses who are studying to become… Read More
Analyze This
Item type: In the NewsFrom age five to eight, Jesse Harrison-Noonan '09 lived in the Chilean village of Maule Sur, four hours south of Santiago, with her brother and parents. They volunteered, as part of a Maryknol… Read More
Let's Be Honest About Career Transitioning
Item type: In the NewsIf you were like me in high school, your parents, teachers, and guidance counselors urged you to follow a straightforward path: go to a good college, complete a few internships, graduate, and… Read More
Ready for What's Next
Item type: In the NewsIf you're reading this, there's a good chance that you know firsthand just how powerful an Alverno education is. It builds confidence, teaches students how to learn, opens new doors, ignites g… Read More
Student Nurses Care for Their Communities
Item type: In the NewsClasses may have moved online, but you can still find many Alverno student nurses in the field. Some Alverno students who are working toward their nursing bachelor's degrees are simultaneously… Read More
Connecting Through Circles
Item type: In the NewsEducators Ronett Jacobs '98 and Heather Sattler '96 have met in person only once, yet witnessing them in a conversation over Zoom, one would think they'd been colleagues for decades. Brought t… Read More
A Match Made in Heaven
Item type: In the NewsThe women religious who founded and lead this College are a sisterhood, one that is inextricably linked with the sisterhood of our Alverno Strong students and alumnae. Today, however, fewer si… Read More
Alverno Welcomes New Academic Leader
Item type: In the NewsAlverno welcomes Joseph Foy, PhD, as our new vice president for Academic Affairs. Foy comes to Alverno from Marian University in Fond du Lac, Wis., where he was dean of the faculty. Foy, who t… Read More
Sisters Become Friends for Alverno Students
Item type: In the NewsLast fall Allverno launched a new program called Sister Friends which pairs a student up with one of the School Sisters of St. Francis. The pairs have created strong bonds, benefiting from i… Read More
Bestowing of the Kente Ceremony Honors African American Graduates
Item type: In the NewsAs part of a tradition that goes back nearly 25 years, Alverno College held its Bestowing of the Kente ceremony on Sunday, May 12. The Bestowing of the Kente is a rite of passage recognizing A… Read More
What One Milwaukee College Is Doing To Help Low-Income Women Enter STEM Fields
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College was recently awarded a $974,698 grant from the National Science Foundation to fund and support the college's New Futures in Science and Mathematics Program, which is designed t… Read More
Alverno Launches New Accelerated Bachelor's Degree Program
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College is launching Alverno Accelerate, an accelerated, affordable and flexible pathway to earning a bachelor's degree in three or fewer years. Designed for working adults who may be… Read More
Alverno College and Holy Family Sign a Teach-Out Agreement
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College and Holy Family College in Manitowoc have signed a teach-out agreement that will allow students from Holy Family to transfer to Alverno as seamlessly as possible. Holy Family a… Read More
Alverno College, MATC Partner to Streamline Transfer Process for Students Majoring in Social Work
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College and the Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) have established a formal partnership that streamlines the transfer process for female students who want to become social worker… Read More
Alverno Forum Will Explore the Impact of Care After Sexual Assault
Item type: In the NewsFor those who have experienced sexual assault, the trauma is relived over and over as they navigate their way through the aftermath. Whether they're seeking medical help, talking with counselo… Read More
Two Alverno College Students Honored With 2019 Student Activist Awards
Item type: In the NewsTwo Alverno College students are being recognized by the Wisconsin Institute for Peace and Conflict Studies (WIPCS) for their work related to peace and justice in their communities. Alejan… Read More
Alverno College, MATC Partner to Streamline Transfer Process for Students Majoring in Social Work
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College and the Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) have established a formal partnership that streamlines the transfer process for female students who want to become social worker… Read More
Alverno Forum Will Explore How to Empower Women in Technology
Item type: In the NewsIt has long been known that there is a need for more women in technology fields. Not only is there a significant gender gap, but women face a number of obstacles to success including gender bi… Read More
Alverno College and Teach For America to Expand Partnership
Item type: In the NewsBeginning in June 2018, Alverno College will serve as the primary teacher certification provider for Teach For America-Milwaukee, expanding the existing partnership between the two organizatio… Read More
Scott Zeman Selected For National Program That Prepares Leaders
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College is pleased to announce that Scott Zeman, vice president for Academic Affairs, is one of 20 senior college administrators selected by the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) t… Read More
Alverno College Awarded $2.7 Million Hilton Foundation Grant to Honor Catholic Sisters
Item type: In the NewsThe Conrad N. Hilton Foundation has awarded Alverno College a $2.7 million grant to raise awareness of the legacy and current contributions of Catholic women religious and to expand upon Natio… Read More
Alverno College Elects Don Layden Chair of the Board of Trustees
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College, ranked first in the Midwest for doing “the best job of educating undergrads” by U.S. News & World Report, announced the election of Don Layden to chair of th… Read More
Alverno College Hosts Palliative and Spiritual Care Workshop for Medical Interpreters
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College will offer a professional development opportunity for medical interpreters on Saturday, March 22. The workshop on palliative and spiritual care will focus on the specialized… Read More
$210,000 Grant Supports Launch of Emergency Grant Program at Alverno College
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College has received a $210,000 Dash Emergency Grant from Great Lakes Higher Education Corporation & Affiliates to operate and maintain a student emergency aid program. Emergency g… Read More
Alverno College Achieves Expansion Milestone with Green Roof Installation this Week
Item type: In the NewsIn one of the most visual signs of progress to date for Alverno College's historical $30 million expansion and renovation, construction crews will finish installing a nearly 10,000 square-f… Read More
Alverno College Appoints Vice President for Enrollment Services
Item type: In the NewsKate Lundeen has been appointed Vice President for Enrollment Services at Alverno College. In this role, she will direct all aspects of the College's Admissions Department, including recruit… Read More
Art Exhibit Questions How Feminine Beauty and Worth Are Defined in Our Culture
Item type: In the NewsIn celebration of Women's History Month, Studio Lounge in Bay View will be featuring work by nine female artists who primarily depict women from March 6 - April 28. The exhibit,From Here to… Read More
American Student Assistance and Salt Promote Income Driven Repayment to More Than 1 Million Student Loan Borrowers as Part of White House Student Debt Challenge
Item type: In the NewsAmerican Student Assistance®, a private nonprofit dedicated to eliminating finance as a barrier to education and the dreams education enables, has surpassed its pledge to spread the word ab… Read More
Alverno College Will Hold its 155th Commencement on May 19 and 20
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College will hold its 155th commencement this weekend as 164 students walk across the Pitman Theatre stage (39th St. and Morgan Ave.) to receive their undergraduate degrees. The ceremo… Read More
Alverno College Will Hold its 150th Commencement on December 19 and 20
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College will hold its 150th commencement this weekend as 190 students walk across the Pitman Theatre stage (39th St. and Morgan Ave.) to receive their undergraduate degrees. The ceremo… Read More
Alverno College Names Wendy Powers Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students
Item type: In the NewsWendy Powers, Ph.D., has been appointed associate vice president for Student Affairs and dean of students. In this role, she will provide leadership in areas directly affecting student life… Read More
Alverno College Receiving Inaugural Latino Spirit Award from Marcus Theatres at the CineLatino Festival Premiere Night
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College is receiving the inaugural Latino Spirit Award from Marcus Theatres in recognition of the college becoming the first Hispanic-Serving Institution in Wisconsin and for a history… Read More
School of Business Welcomes Two New Faculty
Item type: In the NewsThe Alverno College School of Business is welcoming two new faculty this fall. Nicole Maassen and Richard Tobin will teach undergraduate courses, as well as co-teach a course in the MBA progra… Read More
Sandra Siira Named Executive Director of the Career and Professional Development Center at Alverno College
Item type: In the NewsSandra Siira has been named executive director of the Career and Professional Development Center at Alverno College. Siira, who is a proud Alverno alumna, begins January 29. As executive direc… Read More
Sister Austin Doherty's Influence Left an Indelible Mark on Alverno College
Item type: In the NewsSister Austin Doherty, SSSF, who passed away on February 8, 2015 will be remembered for her influential leadership at Alverno College. A service will be held in her honor on Tuesday, March 2… Read More
Latino Mental Health Summit Brings Vital Resources Together
Item type: In the NewsThe Alverno College graduate program in Community Psychology is hosting a Latino Mental Health Summit on Saturday, February 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The summit, designed to lay the groundwork… Read More
Marianne Lubar Scholarship Helps Future Teachers Finish Their Degrees
Item type: In the NewsA $1 million gift from Marianne and Sheldon Lubar will allow Alverno College to prepare more future teachers and help them reach graduation. The scholarship is for juniors and seniors majoring… Read More
Local Artists Depict Strong Local Women in New Alverno College Ad Campaign
Item type: In the NewsStrong local women are the focus of the latest Alverno College ad campaign, which was rolled out in late May. The women are all Alverno alumnae, and the artwork featured in the ads was crea… Read More
Alverno College Names Director of Human Resources
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College has named Magda Hoffman as its new director of human resources. In this role she will oversee the college's human resources department, responsible for employee communications;… Read More
Alverno Student Honored as Newman Civic Fellow
Item type: In the NewsCampus Compact, a Boston-based non-profit organization working to advance the public purposes of higher education, has announced the 213 students who will make up the organization’s 2021… Read More
Walsh Named Dean of School of Adult Learning and New Initiatives
Item type: In the NewsMeghan Walsh, MBA, has been appointed dean of the School of Adult Learning and New Initiatives (SALNI) at Alverno College, Joseph Foy, Ph.D., vice president for Academic Affairs, announced Mon… Read More
Billye Aaron to Receive Honorary Degree at Alverno College Commencement
Item type: In the NewsBillye Aaron — educator, broadcaster, philanthropist and wife of the late Hank Aaron — will receive an honorary Doctor of Letters degree from Alverno College during the college&rsq… Read More
Alverno Launches New Public Health Program
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College is launching a new public health degree program in the fall, broadening its offerings in high-demand fields. The program will advance the work of Alverno’s strategic plan… Read More
Kunkel-Jordan Appointed Dean of the JoAnn McGrath School of Nursing and Health Professions
Item type: In the NewsLaurie Kunkel-Jordan, Ph.D., RN, was appointed dean of Alverno College’s JoAnn McGrath School of Nursing and Health Professions, Joseph Foy, Ph.D., vice president for Academic Affairs, a… Read More
Sharing Hope, One Book at a Time
Item type: In the NewsThink of the Little Free Libraries you pass regularly. Are they fully stocked and ready to be discovered? Or are they empty, just waiting for a favorite book and inspiring characters to come a… Read More
Lifting up Women in Tech
Item type: In the NewsAs she advanced in her technology career, Jennifer Ketz ’09 experienced an increasing scarcity of female peers. “As I grew and began to immerse myself among other technologists,&rd… Read More
Running to Raise Awareness
Item type: In the NewsWhen Christine Wodke ’04 started running competitively 40 years ago, she had no idea she was afflicted with a neurological disease that degenerates motor nerves and progressively weakens… Read More
Fellowship Honors Powers' Legacy
Item type: In the NewsMary Ellen Powers carved out an impactful career in business and committed her time and energy to making Milwaukee a better and more equitable place to live. She was also passionate about scie… Read More
Many Paths: Jessica's Story
Item type: In the NewsAs a mortgage loan officer, Jessica Sanchez ’17 enjoyed being able to help people buy their first homes. What she didn’t like, however, was the bottom-line priority of sales over e… Read More
Our Sisters: Arlene Einwalter
Item type: In the NewsSome people experience their callings as a wordless tug, a sense from deep within that points them to the right path. Sister Arlene Einwalter ’60, however, experienced her calling somewh… Read More
Looking Within Before Speaking Out
Item type: In the NewsWhen she became principal at an urban Catholic elementary school, Nilda Cordova ’12 ’13 ’18 (above, left) was excited to build relationships with her students, “empower… Read More
Show Your College Pride at Summerfest September 17
Item type: In the NewsFriday, Sept. 17, 2021 Noon – 3 p.m. LOCATION: Summerfest grounds Join us at Summerfest for Show Your College Pride Day on Friday, September 17! Alverno students, faculty and staff will… Read More
Christa Shields Named Vice President of Advancement at Alverno College
Item type: In the NewsChrista Shields has been named vice president of Advancement at Alverno College after a nation-wide search, President Andrea Lee, IHM, announced. She will assume the role on October 21. Shield… Read More
Substance Abuse Counselor
Item type: In the NewsMeet a critical need Meet the high demand of human services with the specialized knowledge and skills to address the needs of individuals, families, groups and the broader community facing the… Read More
Angela Frey, Ph.D., Named Executive Director of Alverno's Center for Academic Excellence
Item type: In the NewsAngela Frey, Ph.D., professor of biology and STEM Chair of the Natural Science, Mathematics and Technology Division, has been named executive director of Alverno College’s Center for Aca… Read More
Building Trust
Item type: In the NewsAs a communications specialist at the Medical College of Wisconsin, Marina Thao ’18 has a seat at the table at the nation’s third-largest private medical school. It is a responsibi… Read More
A Sweet Family Business
Item type: In the NewsFor Jennifer Martinez, class of 2022, family has always been her inspiration. It turns out that they sparked her imagination, too. At a family gathering, Martinez and her cousins challenged ea… Read More
Riding for Hope
Item type: In the NewsOn the 20th anniversary of 9/11, Kate Lemke ’08 found herself standing shoulder to shoulder at the Pentagon with a four-star general and emergency personnel who responded to the attack.… Read More
From Mentee to Mentor
Item type: In the NewsFor Cassidy Korpela ’19, college wasn’t the end of her journey with mentorship. It was the beginning. Korpela transferred to Alverno after taking her general education courses at a… Read More
The Power of Mentorship
Item type: In the NewsBetty Hill ’17 knew she wanted her young daughter to be involved in community service and to benefit from positive role models. And when she couldn’t find a program that fit the bi… Read More
Alverno College Program Takes Aim at Sobering Statistic
Item type: In the NewsThis May, as commencement ceremonies occur across the country, Alverno College will celebrate a special group of graduates while simultaneously addressing a sobering statistic in higher educat… Read More
Rebekah Klingler, PhD
Item type: In the NewsBiology AREAS OF EXPERTISE Genetics and genetic susceptibility to disease Cell and molecular biology Toxicology and radiation biology Developmental origins of adult disease Molecular cloning… Read More
Heidi Anderson-Isaacson Named Vice President for Student Development and Success at Alverno College
Item type: In the NewsHeidi Anderson-Isaacson, Ed.D., has been named vice president for Student Development and Success. Anderson-Isaacson has served as interim dean for the last two years, leading the department&r… Read More
An Advocate at Heart
Item type: In the NewsHaga clic aquí para leer en español. “I do it because my challenging work has brought me to this point of success.” So says Litze Estrada ’23, who was recentl… Read More
A Fertile Ground for Learning
Item type: In the NewsStop by the Alverno Greenhouse on any given day, and you’ll find a place where plants ― and so much more ― are in bloom. Since the greenhouse opened for campus use last September, it has… Read More
Alverno at Work: Marquita Taylor, PhD
Item type: In the NewsMarquita Taylor ’09, PhD, had to fight to make room for herself. Now, she fights to make room for others. Taylor is the assistant director of health equity and leadership programs housed… Read More
Style and Substance
Item type: In the NewsA burgeoning partnership between Alverno and Kohl’s advances a shared mission to empower leaders. Kohl’s has committed to provide five $5,000 merit-based scholarships to support Al… Read More
The Difference Makers
Item type: In the NewsThese Alverno alums’ lives and careers may have taken them on very different paths, but they all have identified ways to make sustainability the heart of their work. In Milwaukee and bey… Read More
Why I Teach: Christy Bell
Item type: In the NewsFor Christy Bell, MS, one of the best parts of working at Alverno is getting to connect with students. The assistant professor of physical sciences attended large universities for her bachelor… Read More
How I Got Ready: Madai's Story
Item type: In the NewsAlverno’s hands-on learning experience helped Madai Romero choose marketing as her career path. “It was my first marketing job, and I have found out that I really like doing soci… Read More
Where Learning Meets Life
Item type: In the NewsAs a working mom, Angie Haney ’22 was looking for a college that would offer flexibility and support while working toward a degree. The Chicago community college didn’t come throug… Read More
Meeting an Urgent Need
Item type: In the NewsIn Wisconsin, just under 40% of the population has access to mental health care providers, according to federal workforce data. Alverno is working to reduce this disparity by educating skilled… Read More
Alverno College Year in Review, 2022
Item type: In the NewsAs 2022 comes to a close, it is time to reflect on all that we have accomplished. This year saw new colleagues take on leadership roles; exciting grants that will help our students explore the… Read More
Alverno College Receives $360,000 CCAMPIS Grant
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College has been selected by the U.S. Department of Education to receive a Child Care Access Means Parents in School (CCAMPIS) grant. The grant, which will provide $90,000 a year for f… Read More
Community Engagement and Activism
Item type: In the NewsAre you ready to get to work improving your community? This multidisciplinary major will show you how. With a focus on politics, social justice, leadership and activism, you’ll gain the… Read More
Alverno College Recognized as a Voter Friendly Campus
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College was named a Voter Friendly Campus by NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education and Fair Elections Center’s Campus Vote Project. The Voter Friendly Campus… Read More
Flipping the Script
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For most of Debra Patrick’s childhood, a career in education was unthinkable.
From first to ninth grades, Patrick EdD’22 was bullied and frustrated with learning.… Read More
Alverno College Recognized for Commitment to Improving Experiences and Advancing Outcomes for First-Generation College Students
Item type: In the NewsThe Center for First-generation Student Success, an initiative of the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA) and The Suder Foundation, recently announced Alverno Coll… Read More
Strong, steady leadership
Item type: In the NewsFor the past year, Joseph Foy, PhD, has served as Alverno’s interim president, leading with purpose, thoughtfulness and above all, humility. Foy was named vice president for Academic Aff… Read More
Pollinator-Friendly Campus
Item type: In the NewsThe Alverno Commits to Sustainability (ACTS) committee has been working toward a Monarch Waystation designation, and in late May two areas of the Milwaukee campus were recognized — the r… Read More
Stefani Magnowski, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, CPHQ
Item type: In the NewsStefani Magnowski, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, CPHQ, is a nursing instructor at Alverno College, where she has taught since 2021. Her teaching specialties are in health policy, quality improvement and le… Read More
Dana World-Patterson
Item type: In the NewsDana World-Patterson has devoted over thirty years to teaching etiquette and image and has served thousands of individuals through her love to see people be better. The past sixteen years has… Read More
Alverno College Named Among the Best Online Doctorate in Educational Leadership Programs by Forbes
Item type: In the NewsForbes ADVISOR has ranked Alverno College among the top ten Online Doctorate in Educational Leadership programs in the U.S. This honor is awarded to exemplary higher education programs, evalua… Read More
Nursing 2+2
Item type: In the NewsFor students who have completed their pre-nursing courses from any accredited institution of higher education, Alverno’s Nursing 2+2 program allows them to earn a Bachelor of Science in… Read More
Personalized Mentorship for Business Students
Item type: In the NewsAlverno’s innovative new three-year business degree program is not only helping undergraduate students graduate more quickly, it’s also giving them a unique opportunity to learn fr… Read More
Formula for Success
Item type: In the NewsMost people who want to change the world don’t pursue chemistry as a means to do that, but Shivani Brahmbhatt ’24 knew that this was the path for her. Inspired to help others throu… Read More
Tracey Yarbrough
Item type: In the News(833) 588-0445 Tracey has worked in enrollment for over 10 years. She is passionate about guiding students through their educational journey by understanding their career aspirations and ensur… Read More
Alverno College Receives Transformational $10 Million Gift
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College has received a $10 million gift from John and Tashia Morgridge. This gift, through the TOSA Foundation, will support strategic growth and innovation to educate and empower futu… Read More
Community Day is a Beloved Tradition
Item type: In the NewsEvery year since 2000, Alverno cancels classes for a day so that students, faculty and staff can participate in Community Day, a day set aside for service. Since its inception, over 8,000 stud… Read More
Putting First-Gen Students First
Item type: In the NewsBecause nearly 70% of our undergraduate students are first-generation, supporting their success is vital. The College’s efforts have paid off — last summer Alverno was chosen as on… Read More
Janet Reichgut
Item type: In the News833-588-9737, ext. 4036 Janet enjoys being part of the Alverno doctoral college team assisting candidates with one of the most important decisions they will ever make! Janet believes in Alvern… Read More
Savanna Wills
Item type: In the NewsI am Savanna Wills and I have been working in higher education for 7 years, focusing mainly on graduate and doctorate level admissions and retention. I am now lucky to support Alverno’s… Read More
Alverno College's Community Psychology Graduate Program Earns National Accreditation
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College’s Master of Science in Community Psychology (MSCP) program has been accredited by the Masters in Psychology and Counseling Accreditation Council (MPCAC) through June 2033… Read More
Volunteer Assessor
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Volunteer Assessor Program
Alverno College's Volunteer Assessor Program recruits and trains local business professionals to assist staff and faculty by providing feedback that students can use to improve their
performance. The perspective of volunteer assessors brings a new dimension to judging student progress.
Most volunteer... Read More
Workshops and Consulting Resources
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Workshops and Consulting Resources
Character Conference
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Only students seeking CPL for the QL 156 assessment have eligibility requirements. The Assessment... Read More
Nursing 2+2
Item type: In the NewsFor students who have completed their pre-nursing courses from any accredited institution of higher education, Alverno’s Nursing 2+2 program allows them to earn a Bachelor of Science in… Read More
The Power of Persistence: My Journey as a First-Generation Student
Item type: In the NewsTo 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… Read More
Vanessa Sandoval Mora '20
Item type: In the NewsMilwaukee North High Schools, Northeast and Northern WI County High Schools; Athletic Recruit Students Vanessa is a proud Milwaukee native and an Alverno College graduate. As an admissions cou… Read More
Michele Schreck, LPC
Item type: In the NewsMichele Schreck is a Behavioral Health Consultant with Children’s Wisconsin in the Oak Creek clinic, where she works alongside primary care providers to support children and families thr… Read More
Sister Joel Read, Alverno College's longest-serving president, passes away at 91
Item type: In the NewsFormer Alverno College President Sister Joel Read, SSSF, ’48, one of the nation’s longest-serving college presidents and a renowned advocate for education reform, died May 25. She… Read More
Publications
Item type: Alverno.edu...and Learning Series, which are evening events throughout the academic year that are held at Alverno College in person, featuring the
voices of experienced school leaders and researchers. These sessions support professional learning and focus on the theme "Nurturing Thriving Schools & Communities.”
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Upcoming Session
From Classroom to System: Growing Wisconsin’s Next Generation of Educational Leaders
Tuesday, February... Read More
DEMSN Admission Requirements
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Personal Statement (required)
A completed health form and physical, evidence of a health check, and a background check. In addition, completion of the American Heart Association Basic Life Support Training for
Health Care Professionals within three months prior to admission; uploaded evidence to CastleBranch.
Admissions decisions are based on a holistic evaluation of each applicant’s qualifications and materials.
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LACCS Resources
Item type: Alverno.edu...students, core universal ethical values such as integrity, honesty, fairness, responsibility, and respect for
themselves and for others through character education. WCEP partners with Alverno College to support professional development for teachers in its unique year-long cohort, LACCS.
Character.org - Character.org is an organization of passionate people advocating for
integrity, honesty, respect, and other core ethical values to be fused into education... Read More
Kinesiology
Item type: Alverno.edu...attend a professional conference or join a health-related student organization. If
you’re planning to pursue a doctoral degree, Alverno’s pre-professional programs in health offer seminars, peer support and other resources to make you a competitive
candidate for physical therapy school.
Kinesiology majors complete at least one internship with 180 observation hours,
a necessity to apply to most physical therapy programs. Alverno’s... Read More
Pharmaceutical Sciences
Item type: Alverno.edu...For example, you might use Alverno’s greenhouse to develop methods for
isolating and identifying components in essential oils.
Alverno’s pre-health program offers seminars, peer support and other resources to make you a competitive candidate for pharmacy school. Your pharmaceutical sciences
advisor will introduce you to the programs at MCW or CUW and help you navigate the application process. And in your first year at Alverno, you’ll have access to... Read More
Pre-Professional Program in Law
Item type: Alverno.edu...ability to adapt to your circumstances.
In addition to receiving personalized advising from a faculty member within your major, you’ll be assigned a pre-law advisor who will provide you with support and help
guide you through the law school admission process.
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You’ll intern for at least one semester, giving you a valuable opportunity to build your resume while getting hands-on experience applying the
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Emergency and Crisis Care
Item type: Alverno.edu...aid and defibrillator trained and can assist with calling 911 and escorting emergency personnel to your location.
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Phone Crisis and 24/7 Hotlines
Uwill Crisis Connection — 24/7 support, on or off-campus
833-434-1217
Milwaukee County Mental Health Psychiatric Crisis Line
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National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
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Crisis Text Line
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Alverno College Names Désirée Pointer Mace, PhD, Dean of Liberal Arts and Professional Studies
Item type: In the NewsDésirée Pointer Mace, PhD, has been named dean of Alverno College’s School of Liberal Arts and Professional Studies (LAPS). She will assume the role on July 1. In this role… Read More
Dining and Meal Plans
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Dining & Meal Plans
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Dining Services offers meal options designed to support students’ nutrition, schedules and dietary needs. All meals include a vegetarian option and vegan entrée. We also
encourage you to share favorite recipes with our staff to ensure you feel at home!
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Meal Plans
All resident students must have a meal plan while living on campus. There are... Read More
Finding My Voice, Finding My Purpose
Item type: In the NewsWe 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… Read More
Give Team - Contact Us
Item type: Alverno.eduThe Alverno College Advancement Department provides learning, volunteer and funding opportunities that honor the vision of our founders, energize the power of our alums, support
Alverno’s innovative educational experience, and contribute to student success.
Our team is here to help you connect to Alverno in ways that are meaningful to you. Please feel free to contact our Advancement and Alumnae Engagement team with your questions.
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Food Pantry
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Student Engagement staff also support our campus food pantry. The Alverno Food Pantry is available to all enrolled students and offers a variety of non-perishable foods and feminine and
general hygiene products. If this would be helpful, we encourage students to stop by during our open hours. During academic semesters, students who live on campus should exhaust their meal
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Transfer
Item type: Alverno.edu...Credit, which details how 15 participating WAICU member institutions award transfer credit to veterans for Basic Training,
Advanced Training, and/or for Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) Subject Standardized Tests (DSSTs). For more details, click here.
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Interested in Alverno? Come see for yourself!
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Wellness
Item type: Alverno.edu...Mental Health Psychiatric Crisis Line at 414-257-7222
Call Campus Safety (while on campus) at 414-382-6911
Call the Alverno CAREline at 833-434-1217 for anytime/anywhere support.
If you are you are experiencing a health emergency on campus, your options are:
Call Campus Safety at 414-382-6911
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Call 911 for immediate assistance.
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Alverno College President on Preparing Students for the Future
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College President Christy Brown joined WTMJ’s Jeff Sherman for a conversation about the future of higher education and Alverno’s role in greater Milwaukee. Brown discusses… Read More
Suzanne Pieper Teaching and Learning Series
Item type: Alverno.edu...Launched in 2025, the Suzanne Pieper Teaching and Learning Series, is an evening series for educators, students and families featuring the voices of experienced school
leaders and researchers. These sessions support professional learning and focus on the theme "Nurturing Thriving Schools & Communities.” The series is free and held in person at
Alverno College. Participants are welcome to attend any session that pique their interest and fit their schedule.
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Character Conference
Item type: Alverno.edu...Educators play a pivotal role in guiding the character journey of students while fostering a culture of care and connection on campus. How can we intentionally shape the climate in our
schools to support the holistic growth of both students and staff? Today’s school systems must prioritize well-being, belonging, and engagement—not just for students but for
educators as well. This keynote offers practical, low-burden strategies that empower staff to align their... Read More
LACCS Alum Events
Item type: Alverno.edu...consultation and training in working with students affected by trauma, mental health issues or behavioral challenges. She oversees
a continuum of services that provide for students, families and schools to support student success. She is currently a member of the Trauma Sensitive School Workgroup for the Wisconsin
Department of Public Instruction (DPI) and the co-author of the Trauma-Sensitive Schools Toolkit and Trauma-Sensitive Schools Learning Module Series. She has worked with... Read More
LACCS Leadership
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Youth-Led Restorative Practice” was a collaboration with students from the Alliance School and speaks to the importance of creating an equitable community of practice in order to
support young people's leadership as RP practitioners. Most of all, Heather is grateful to be walking through life with her three children as she co-creates transformational spaces for
authentic connection and healing.
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Campus Jobs
Item type: Alverno.edu...Institutional Aid Form. Even if you do not qualify for federal financial aid, completing the Institutional Aid
Form can help Alverno better understand your financial situation and connect you with available support.
Why Work on Campus?
Campus employment is a convenient way to:
Earn money while attending school
Build transferable skills for future jobs
Connect with faculty and staff across the college
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Assessment Workshop
Item type: Alverno.edu...learning environments for diverse learners.
Design institutional strategies: Effectively align institutional/program/course outcomes, develop authentic assessment strategies, and build systemic support.
Develop an action plan: Discuss practical approaches to further develop your unique curriculum and make it more responsive to diverse learners and real world
contexts.
The Annual Summer Assessement... Read More
Accepted Graduate
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Building a culture of success by engaging students in activities and educational opportunities designed to support and empower each student to reach their unique potential as an effective
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Student Code of Conduct
Item type: Alverno.edu...a learning environment built on mutual respect, personal responsibility and concern for the well-being of others. Students are expected to contribute positively to the
community and uphold the standards that support academic success and personal growth.
Behavior expectations are designed to protect individual liberties within a community setting. This expectation calls for behaviors that demonstrate self-discipline, respect for self, respect
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Please see this page for more information on reporting bias-related incidents, sexual harassment, violence or
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Trained staff and campus patrols
Campus Safety Officers conduct interior and exterior patrols on and around the Milwaukee campus. Officers receive initial and ongoing training in campus policies and emergency
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Accessible Technology Statement
Item type: Alverno.edu...webpages that have been created by the College schools, departments or other administrative units, for college business. Official College webpages clearly
convey a relationship to the entire College and support and advance the college’s mission.
Web-based Information / Applications; the use of Internet web technologies to deliver information and services, to users or other information systems/applications.
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Jim Stamatakos
Item type: In the NewsSchedule a meeting with Jim through 12twenty I help students and early-career professionals tell clearer, braver stories about who they are and where they’re going. Over more than 20 yea… Read More
Privacy Policy
Item type: Alverno.edu...parties, except with trusted service providers that assist us in delivering SMS communications (such as
messaging platform providers), and only for the purpose of facilitating message delivery and related support services.
Section 9: No Sale of Information to Third Parties
Alverno’s policy is to retain Personally Identifiable Information only for our use. We do not sell your Personally Identifiable Information to third parties.
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Alverno Accelerate
Item type: Alverno.edu...Fall 2026 Session 2
Application Deadline: Friday, October 2
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Instead of a traditional four-year college experience, Accelerate has three distinct levels based on your number of credits.
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Refusing to Settle
Item type: In the NewsAt a time when men dominated the workplace, Karen Timian ’81 was fighting for a chance to be treated equally. She started as an inventory clerk, working her way through promotions that l… Read More
A Legacy of Purpose: The Women Who Built Alverno
Item type: In the NewsMany 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… Read More
Visit
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9 – 11 a.m.
For those interested in Alverno's graduate programs
Learn more about Alverno's flexible programs with personalized support designed for working professionals
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Individual Visits
Individual campus tours are available on weekdays. Our daily campus tour includes a guided tour of our campus and a meeting with an Admissions counselor. Schedule your tour by... Read More
Rebekah Klingler, PhD
Item type: In the NewsRebekah Klingler is an associate professor of Biology at Alverno College, where she has taught since 2018. She is also the director of the campus greenhouse, which houses a state-of-the-art aq… Read More
President Biography
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Save the Date
May 3, 2024 | Alverno College
Join us for the presidential inauguration of Christy L. Brown, J.D., the ninth president of Alverno College.
Details to come.
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Christy L. Brown, J.D.
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Alverno's ninth president has over two decades of experience providing strategic and visionary... Read More
Registrar Waiting List
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Waiting List
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If the class is full when you register, you can place yourself on the wait list. You can monitor your wait list status through Interactive Online (IOL). If a vacancy occurs, you will be added
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Library ILL
Item type: Alverno.edu...materials (with rare exceptions) at no cost to our library or to our patrons.
Always attempt to request resources through our library before paying for access. For more information about searching for full text and placing requests, please see
our Finding & Requesting Resources guide.
When we receive a request for an item that is not in our collections, we first check our nearby partner institutions through the SWITCH consortium and the UW system. When... Read More
Financial Aid Contact Us
Item type: Alverno.edu...Information:
Room Number: FO134
Phone: 414-382-6262E-mail: financial.aid@alverno.edu
Fax: 414-382-6479
If you email us, please include your full name and phone number, as well as your student ID number, if you have one. To help us serve you best, please be sure your questions are
specific. We regret that we cannot make appointments by email; to make an appointment, please call our office... Read More
Registrar Withdrawal from Classes
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Withdrawal from Classes
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If you officially withdraw from a class or classes and are part-time or drop below full-time status, you are eligible for a tuition refund if the deadline date for receiving a refund is still
current.
To withdraw from a class, you must contact the Registrar’s Office in writing; to withdraw from all classes, you must contact the Advising... Read More
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Adult Learning
Item type: Alverno.edu...Students who have completed pre-nursing courses can earn a BSN at Alverno in two years.
Direct Entry Master of Science in Nursing (DEMSN)
Earn a BSN and MSN in as few as 18 months of full-time study.
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Programs for Educators
Adaptive Arts License (for visual art educators with a Wisconsin 550 license)
In this post-baccalaureate certificate program, the learner will gain a deep foundation in adaptive education, learner needs... Read More
EdD FAQs
Item type: Alverno.edu...the EdS completion track may take slightly less time to complete their degree.
Can I work while I earn my EdD? Will I have to travel often?
The online EdD is designed to accommodate full-time work schedules. Coursework is almost completely online, with one residency for one weekend included in the program.
What can I do after graduation?
Graduates of the EdD program can pursue advanced teaching or leadership roles in a wide range of... Read More
Post-Master's Nurse Practitioner Certificates
Item type: Alverno.edu...hours) and
acute/critical care settings (600 hours), thereby expanding your scope of practice and increasing your employability. Completion of the dual-track program requires only one semester more of
full-time study than either the AGPCNP or AGACNP program alone. Upon graduation, you will be eligible to apply for dual national certification as an adult-gerontology primary care nurse
practitioner and adult-gerontology acute care nurse practitioner.
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Master of Community Psychology FAQs
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acute/critical care settings (600 hours), thereby expanding your scope of practice and increasing your employability. Completion of the dual-track program requires only one semester more of
full-time study than either the AGPCNP or AGACNP program alone. Upon graduation, you will be eligible to apply for dual national certification as an adult-gerontology primary care nurse
practitioner and adult-gerontology acute care nurse practitioner.
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Undergraduate Programs
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like communication, analysis, problem-solving and more. These are the traits that employers tell us make Alverno grads stand out.
Why? We focus on results instead of traditional letter grades. In every class, you’ll get insightful feedback on your strengths and how you can improve, giving you a
more complete view of your progress.
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Education – Birth to Third Grade
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practice through your field experiences, which will prepare you for the culmination of your major: full-time student teaching.
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There’s no better place to study education — Alverno has won numerous national awards for its innovative practices, outstanding... Read More
Undergraduate Education
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your field experiences, which will prepare you for the culmination of your major: full-time student teaching.
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Alverno offers specializations that will make you more marketable. These include special education, bilingual/bicultural, teaching English language learners, and our Early
Childhood Outdoor Preschool Environmental... Read More
Celebrating 130 Years of Educating Strong Women
Item type: In the NewsAlverno celebrated its 130th birthday on April 28, 2017, and our long legacy of educating strong women was on display that day — all weekend, in fact. Alverno welcomed more than 400 alum… Read More
Courting Success
Item type: In the NewsAt $524 million, construction of the Milwaukee Bucks' new arena downtown is easily the biggest project underway in the city. Day in and day out, hundreds of people are hard at work to make sur… Read More
Lifelong Learning in Action
Item type: In the NewsDean Patricia Luebke likes to talk about lifelong learning, but she's not all talk — she was 63 when she earned her doctorate in urban education. “I had always wanted to do it, and… Read More
An Unstoppable Force
Item type: In the NewsDonna Lewis-Taylor was set on attending the University of Minnesota. The massive, urban campus spread between Minneapolis and St. Paul seemed like the ideal place to explore new and different… Read More
Adding a Touch of Flair to Tech
Item type: In the NewsAt first glance, fashion and science don't appear to have much in common. But alumna Shaiya Morris '13, a fashion designer and owner of a tech company, says there's a little bit of science in… Read More
Ready to Lead
Item type: In the NewsNancy Hernandez has always felt she could be a leader. Now, she's ready. Hernandez is pursuing her bachelor's degree in business at Alverno, taking classes during the evening or online while w… Read More
Ripple Effect: A Scholarship Gift That Keeps Giving
Item type: In the NewsCarol Dolphin '62 first visited Alverno as an eighth-grader at St. Rita's in West Allis. Little did she know then that the College would become a lasting part of her life. When it came time fo… Read More
Ripple Effect: A Virtual Connection Delivers
Item type: In the NewsIt all started with a Facebook post: a teacher making a career change was selling her school supplies. Family friend Jordan Norenberg saw the post. The Alverno Student Government (ASG) represe… Read More
Standing at the Crossroads
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Alverno at Work: Cailey's Story
Item type: In the NewsCailey Jeske '19 earned her Alverno diploma this May, but she launched her professional career long before graduation. That's because Jeske, who majored in business and management, wowed her i… Read More
Status Update
Item type: In the NewsSocial media is how blogger Alexa Espinoza shares the latest fashions and inspirational messages with girls and women in Milwaukee and beyond. It has helped her broaden her network and develop… Read More
How I Got Ready: Natasha's Story
Item type: In the NewsNatasha Pechauer '18 loves her career as a web analyst. But it wasn't until she got hands-on experience as a college student that she identified this as her career path. During her senior year… Read More
Never Underestimate Your Impact
Item type: In the NewsOver winter break, several Alverno graduate nursing students traveled to northern Mississippi to provide acute and urgent care as well as mental health services for residents of the impoverish… Read More
Ready to Make Her Mark
Item type: In the NewsIn her first semester at Alverno, Ryleigh Provencher has a plan to change the world. Ryleigh plans to major in psychology and biomedical sciences so that she can become a psychiatrist and psyc… Read More
Reflected in America's Story
Item type: In the NewsWho tells the history preserved in textbooks — and whose voices are missing? To get her eighth graders to care about that question, Greendale Middle School social studies teacher Erin Mc… Read More
Ready for the Future of Nursing
Item type: In the NewsThe health care profession is changing every day. Alverno's growing nursing programs, including two new nurse practitioner tracks, ensure that health care providers are ready for tomorrow, tod… Read More
An Angel to Others
Item type: In the NewsNo amount of pain or discomfort could stop Sister Celestine Schall '48 from building connections with people to help them uncover their full potential. Schall, whose leadership and counsel hel… Read More
"Status of Girls in Wisconsin" report continues to make news across the state
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College's "Status of Girls in Wisconsin" report continues to be the focus of media across the state. The eye-opening report looks at the challenges facing girls in our state including… Read More
"Status of Girls in Wisconsin" report continues to have an impact
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College's "Status of Girls in Wisconsin" report continues to be the focus of media across the state. The eye-opening report looks at the challenges facing girls in our state including… Read More
New Report Examines Status of Girls in Wisconsin
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College's "Status of Girls in Wisconsin" report is an eye-opening look at how girls in our state are faring in areas such as sexual violence and human trafficking; stress, depression a… Read More
'Go out and get it:' Alverno grad student balances basketball -- and her business
Item type: In the NewsNational Women and Girls Sports Day is in early February, and it's a day that celebrates the extraordinary achievements of women and girls in sports. Gabby Hood is one such woman, playing on t… Read More
Where College Students Are Most inspired by Their Peers
Item type: In the NewsHow inspiring is an Alverno education to our students? More inspiring than any other college or university in the nation, according to new rankings fromThe Wall Street Journal/Times Higher E… Read More
U.S. News & World Report Ranks Alverno Highest in the State and Among the Best in the Midwest for Strong Commitment to Teaching and Innovation
Item type: In the NewsFor the 10th time, U.S. News & World Report ranked Alverno College as one of the Midwest's top universities for its strong commitment to teaching and also ranked Alverno as Wisconsin's mos… Read More
Alverno College Names Brad Vanden Boogaard Director of Athletics
Item type: In the NewsBrad Vanden Boogaard has been named Alverno College's director of athletics and head golf coach, Vice President for Student Affairs Wendy Powers, Ph.D., announced Tuesday. In these roles, he w… Read More
U.S. News & World Report Ranks Alverno College Highest in the State for Strong Commitment to Teaching, Innovation
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College is ranked among the Midwest's top universities for its strong commitment to teaching and is Wisconsin's most innovative school, according to the 2019 America's Best Colleges gu… Read More
New Alverno College Graduate Program Aims to Fill Growing Need for School Psychologists
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College has launched a graduate program to train educational specialists in school psychology. The Ed.S. program, open to women and men, includes two degrees in one - a 30-credit maste… Read More
Alverno College Names Vice President for Finance and Administration
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College has named Robin Hansen, CPA, as its new vice president for finance and administration. President Andrea Lee, IHM, announced the culmination of a national search that engage… Read More
Alverno College Launches Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Specialization
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College is expanding its Master of Science in Nursing program by launching a new Mental Health Nurse Practitioner track in fall of 2013. The new degree, which is open to women and m… Read More
Alverno College Awarded Career Ready Internship Grant from Great Lakes Higher Education Guaranty Corporation
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College received a $150,000 Career Ready Internshipgrant from Great Lakes Higher Education Guaranty Corporation for the 2014-2015 academic year. Internships provide college students wi… Read More
Alverno College Exceeds $30 Million Capital Campaign Goal
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College exceeded its original $30 million capital campaign goal in December, raising a total of $32,793,000. The expansion and renovation, which broke ground in March of 2014, is the m… Read More
Alverno College Introduces New Flexible Degree Program
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College is launching a new hybrid degree program that blends online and in-class learning, designed to be a more flexible option for working women. The program includes three majors an… Read More
Alverno College gives students, faculty and staff the day off on Election Day to take part in the political process
Item type: In the NewsStudents, faculty and staff at Alverno College will be given the day off on presidential Election Day to practice effective citizenship, one of the College's eight trademark abilities. In a… Read More
Alverno College will close on Election Day to gives students, faculty and staff a chance to take part in the political process
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College will close on presidential Election Day in order to give students, faculty and staff a chance to practice effective citizenship, one of the College's eight trademark abilities.… Read More
President and CEO of A. O. Smith Corporation Joins Alverno College Board of Trustees
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College has appointed Ajita G. Rajendra, president and chief executive officer of A. O. Smith Corporation, to the board of trustees. Rajendra was named president and CEO of A. O. Smi… Read More
Former Milwaukee Mayor John Norquist, Venice Williams of Alice's Garden and more to lead the 2015 Alverno Community Conference
Item type: In the NewsThe Alverno Community Conference, an annual day of learning that provides an opportunity for the extended Alverno community to share current research around a central theme, will be held on Fr… Read More
U.S. News & World Report Ranks Alverno Best in the Midwest for Strong Commitment to Teaching, Innovation
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College was named the Midwest’s top university for its strong commitment to teaching and the most innovative school in Wisconsin, in rankings released Tuesday by U.S. News &… Read More
English Language Arts
Item type: In the NewsShare your love of language Are you a future teacher who’s excited to introduce your future students to the power of language? With the Alverno English Language Arts major, you’ll… Read More
Alverno College's Thea Bowman Institute Honored With Promising Practices 2021 Award
Item type: In the NewsThe Wisconsin Character Education Partnership (WCEP) has awarded the Thea Bowman Institute for Excellence and Leadership at Alverno College a 2021 Promising Practice Award for the program&rsqu… Read More
How I Got Ready: Valencia's Story
Item type: In the NewsNo matter where life has taken her, Valencia Griffin has always wanted to learn more. “I’m always curious, so I’m always learning. Being curious is what helps you develop the… Read More
Why We Teach: Alverno's Social Work Faculty
Item type: In the NewsAlverno’s Social Work major was established in the fall of 2017, ready to prepare undergraduate students to serve and make a powerful impact in their communities and to those in need. To… Read More
Many Paths: Austin's Story
Item type: In the NewsAustin Floyd of Sumter, South Carolina, had never been to Wisconsin when he applied to Alverno. But in his search for an online education doctoral program with a spring start date, he stumbled… Read More
Alverno at Work: Lynnea Katz-Petted
Item type: In the NewsAs the virus that causes COVID-19 began spreading across Wisconsin in March, Gov. Tony Evers issued a Safer at Home Order with the intent of keeping people healthy. But being at home wasn&rsqu… Read More
U.S. News & World Report Recognizes Alverno for Strong Commitment to Teaching, Innovation
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College was recognized for its strong commitment to teaching and was named Wisconsin’s most innovative school in rankings released Monday by U.S. News & World Report. The pub… Read More
Alverno College Year in Review, 2021
Item type: In the NewsAs 2021 comes to a close, it’s time to reflect on all that we have accomplished. This year saw the return of in-person learning in the fall, new in-demand programs launched, exciting gra… Read More
Alverno College President Sister Andrea Lee to end service as of June 30, 2022
Item type: In the NewsSister Andrea Lee, IHM, Ph.D., one of the nation’s longest-serving and accomplished college leaders, announced today that she will end her service as president of Alverno College, effect… Read More
Alverno at Work: Tonnie Boston
Item type: In the NewsFor much of her life, Tonnie Boston MA ’20 didn’t know the facts about organ and tissue donation. “That’s the reason I have a job,” says Boston, who has spent the… Read More
Why I Teach: Lindsey Harness
Item type: In the NewsEmpowerment. Authenticity. Healing. These are the goals of communication and higher education, and they underpin the mission that Lindsey Harness, PhD, embraces in her work at Alverno. Harness… Read More
Ready to Launch
Item type: In the NewsInternships are not only a crucial means for college students to develop their professional flair, but they also act as a launchpad into the workforce. Just ask Sarah Jerez ’17 (above le… Read More
U.S. News & World Report Recognizes Alverno for Strong Commitment to Teaching, Innovation
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College was recognized for its strong commitment to teaching in rankings released today by U.S. News & World Report. The college was also highlighted as the most innovative school… Read More
Alverno College report shows women are still underrepresented in public office, sheds light on pathways and barriers
Item type: In the NewsThe latest report from the Alverno College Research Center for Women and Girls (RCWG), Wisconsin Women in Public Life ― Elected Officials, sheds some light on women in public office, the vario… Read More
Two Alverno College Leaders Recognized by Biz Times
Item type: In the NewsBizTimes Media recognized 24 notable heroes in higher education this week, and two Alverno College leaders are among them. Jodi Eastberg, PhD, is the acting vice president of Academic Affairs… Read More
Alverno College Student Celestina Hertz Honored as Newman Civic Fellow
Item type: In the NewsCampus Compact, a national coalition of colleges and universities working to advance the public purposes of higher education, has named 154 student civic leaders who will make up the organizat… Read More
Alverno at Work: Svetlana and Vesna Stanic
Item type: In the NewsIt started with a cast-off bedroom furniture set spotted on the curb. Milwaukee sisters Svetlana Stanić ’08 ’13, Vesna Stanić ’08 and Duška Stanić hauled it back to th… Read More
Alverno Magazine Special Edition, Summer 2023
Item type: In the NewsClick here to download the Special Edition Summer 2023 issue of Alverno Magazine. Read More
U.S. News & World Report Recognizes Alverno for Innovation, Strong Commitment to Teaching
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College was recognized for its strong commitment to teaching in rankings released today by U.S. News & World Report. The college was also highlighted as the most innovative school… Read More
Alverno Magazine: Spring / Summer 2024
Item type: In the NewsClick here to download the Spring/Summer 2024 issue of Alverno Magazine. Read More
Lifting People Up
Item type: In the NewsBusiness owner, writer, speaker, trainer, author, coach — Erica Gumieny ’00 does it all. The focus of her business, Pivotal Point, LLC, is to connect, invigorate and inspire her cl… Read More
U.S. News & World Report Recognizes Alverno for Strong Commitment to Teaching
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College was recognized for its strong commitment to teaching in rankings released today by U.S. News & World Report. The college was also noted for the social mobility of its stude… Read More
8 Reasons to Love the Abilities
Item type: In the NewsEveryone needs to be able to communicate, solve problems and work with others. But very few learn these skills as part of their formal education. Unless, of course, they’re Alverno stude… Read More
Post-MSN Nurse Practitioner Certificate FAQs
Item type: Alverno.edu...to five semesters.
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How many courses can I enroll in each semester?
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Students may enroll in 1-3 courses per semester (generally 3-9 credits per semester). Six credits is considered full-time for graduate students.
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Will I need to take a statistics course prior to applying?
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Statistics courses completed with a minimum B grade within 5 years of enrolling in the MSN program will be considered for transfer. Your admissions counselor can... Read More
Amanda Hanrahan, PhD
Item type: In the NewsAmanda Hanrahan, PhD is an assistant professor and the practicum director for the school psychology program at Alverno College. She earned her PhD in educational psychology with a specializati… Read More
Master's Programs
Item type: Alverno.edu...and healing. You'll be prepared for advanced, global social work
practice and ready to challenge existing oppressive carceral structures, advance social justice and promote the collective good. Full-time and part-time options
conclude in eligibility to apply for your Advanced Practice Social Work (APSW) licensure.
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RN to BSN
Earn Your Bachelor of Science in Nursing
More health care employers are requiring a four-year nursing... Read More
Research Reports
Item type: Alverno.edu...general characteristics of
this generation as it begins to become politically and economically active in our society.
Download Generational Diversity Summary of Findings. To receive the full version
of Generational Diveristy: Characteristics and Values of Millenials in the U.S. and Wisconsin, please email the Research Center at Research.Center@alverno.edu.
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Event Spaces
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Event spaces at Alverno College are now available for external rental! Below are a few of our many spaces that we have on campus. We have rooms of all sizes ranging from a full theater to
classrooms ideal for breakout sessions.
Alverno’s Chapel of Mary Immaculate is a Roman Catholic chapel; non-Catholic Christian services may be held in the chapel in accordance with norms, canons and customs of the Roman
Catholic... Read More
Alverno Recognized for Strong Commitment to Teaching, Innovation by U.S. News & World Report
Item type: In the NewsAlverno College was recognized for its strong commitment to teaching in rankings released today by U.S. News & World Report. The college was also noted for its innovation and the social mo… Read More
Why I Believe in Alverno: Amy Oliden '09
Item type: In the NewsIn her own words, teacher Amy Oliden ’09 shares why she believes in Alverno and how her experience as a student shaped her. As an alumna of Alverno College, I can wholeheartedly say that… Read More
Amanda Kidwell, EdS, NCSP
Item type: In the NewsAmanda Kidwell, EdS, NCSP is the Director of Kaleidal Solutions, LLC and academic faculty for the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater in the School Psychology graduate program. With a continuou… Read More
Art Education and Art Therapy
Item type: Alverno.eduAll Programs Undergrad Arts Art Education / Art Therapy
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Art Education /
Art Therapy
Are you looking for a future full of creativity, purpose and service to others? Alverno’s art education/art therapy program — the only undergraduate dual major of its kind
in Wisconsin — focuses on educational and therapeutic approaches to art-making. Our program will prepare you to help people explore their creativity and sense of... Read More
Kishia Ross
Item type: In the NewsSchedule an appointment with Kishia Hi! And welcome to advising! My name is Kishia Ross and I am the Assistant Director of Advising. I served in the Academic Advising office for thirteen year… Read More
Rachel F. Pickett, PhD
Item type: In the NewsDr. Rachel Pickett serves as Full Professor and Department Chair of Psychology at Concordia University-Wisconsin. She earned her PhD in Counseling Psychology from Southern Illinois University… Read More
A Gift of Encouragement
Item type: In the NewsHistory. Legacy. Inspiration. Academic regalia is steeped in tradition. The gown, dating back to the 12th century, serves as a visual symbol of learning. All graduates wear similar robes regar… Read More
Campus ID Cards
Item type: Alverno.edu...Must be a clear color photo of only you against a solid light background taken within the last six months.
Must show you looking straight at the camera (no side profiles).
Must show your full face, the top of your shoulders to the top of your head, with some blank space above your head.
Avoid using the camera's flash if possible. If not possible have someone take the picture a couple feet away and adjust the camera's zoom.
The... Read More
Student Engagement and Leadership
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Student Engagement and Leadership
At Alverno, you have many opportunities to engage and be active in campus life. Student Engagement wants you to have the full college experience by taking advantage of events and
activities throughout the year and we make it as easy as possible.
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On-Campus Event Series
Funday Events: Once a week over the lunch hour, Student Engagement & Leadership sponsors fun... Read More
Registrar Calendars
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2026-27 Academic Year
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Student Accounts
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Student Accounts
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Important Dates
Tuition Due Dates
Fall 2026
Tuition due in full by August 21, 2026 or
Enroll in a payment plan and submit the first payment by August 21, 2026. The remaining payment plan due dates are September
18, October 16 and November 20.
Book Advances
Book advances for fall... Read More
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Item type: Alverno.edu...offers two tracks — Executive Leadership or Educational Leadership — to
develop the specialized skills and knowledge you need to lead the future of health care.
With full-time enrollment, you can complete the program in just 18 months!
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Alverno DNP Fast Facts
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100% asynchronous online
Start dates in August and January
Choose from two specialty tracks
Complete... Read More
DNP FAQ
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How many courses can I enroll in each semester?
Student may enroll in up to three courses each semester (generally six to nine credits per semester). Six (6) credits are considered full-time for graduate students.
When do you admit new students? Is there an application deadline?
New students can apply and are admitted at the beginning of the Fall, Spring and Summer terms. Applications are reviewed monthly (September-May). Applicants... Read More
Alverno College is ‘transforming' after years of enrollment and financial losses
Item type: In the NewsBizTimes recently featured Alverno College in an in-depth look at the college’s transformation and promising path forward. President Christy Brown and Vice President for Enrollment Servi… Read More
For Employers
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Post a Job or Internship
Employers that meet Alverno College’s online recruitment requirements can share full-time, part-time, seasonal, internship, volunteer and shadowing opportunities with Alverno
students and alums through 12twenty.
Please note that jobs based in a private residence, including personal caregiver, babysitting and tutoring positions, will not be... Read More
Accepted Undergrad
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Close proximity to classrooms, academic resources, campus clubs, performances and friends
Free parking
Fitness center
Meal service
Full calendar of activities
Easy access to downtown Milwaukee
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Financial Aid Financial Aid For Summer Sessions
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If financial aid is returned because you withdrew from summer classes, you may have a balance due to the college. This amount must be paid by the start of the fall semester or your
fall registration will be cancelled.
If you are graduating in December, and not taking full-time credits, your loan for fall may be further prorated once it gets closer to the fall semester. Please double check your billing
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Accreditation
Item type: Alverno.edu...on Collegiate Nursing Education.
655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
Psychology
The National Association of School Psychology granted full accreditation effective February 1, 2023 through February 1, 2028. See program information here.
Alverno College has been approved by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) as an Approved Continuing Education Provider,
ACEP No. 7133... Read More
Financial Aid FAQ
Item type: Alverno.edu...tuition reimbursement. Many students will take out loans for their first
semester, until they start getting reimbursement back from their employer, and then they will opt for a payment plan or opt to pay in full each semester going forward. Others take out loans
the entire time and then pay back their loan at their own pace.
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I am a transfer student who has previously taken out loans. Will I still need to make payments on those loans while I am in school?
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Alverno Shores Up Rebound After Major Recruitment Restructuring
Item type: In the NewsThe Milwaukee Business Journal highlights Alverno College’s strong enrollment growth and positive momentum in a new feature, exploring the strategies behind Alverno’s growth, inclu… Read More
Safety Services
Item type: Alverno.edu...tools to promote and maintain a safe living, learning, and work environments. Program offerings include:
Emergency procedure training and drills including orientations and select full-time staff training to assist during emergencies
Title IX/sexual assault awareness and prevention training that explains rights and responsibilities and helps to create a safe, welcoming, harassment-free
environment
Drug and alcohol use... Read More
Chris Belkofer, PhD, ATR-BC, LPC
Item type: In the NewsDr. Chris Belkofer, PhD, ATR-BC, LPC is Full Professor in Mount Mary University’s Graduate Art Therapy Program where he has taught and supervised graduate and doctoral students for over… Read More
