Alverno College Names Désirée Pointer Mace, PhD, Dean of Liberal Arts and Professional Studies

She will lead Alverno’s largest and most academically diverse school.

Alverno College Announces 2026 Faculty Promotions and Retirements

Three faculty honored with promotions.

Alverno College Will Hold Its 171st Commencement on May 16

More than 450 degrees will be awarded in the Pitman Theatre.

Alverno College Becomes First Private Institution to Join Milwaukee Public Schools’ Direct Admit Program

The program allows high school juniors to apply to colleges through a streamlined application.

Alverno College Announces New Vice President for Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer

Lorenze Legaspi brings more than 15 years of experience in higher education finance and operations to his new role.

Greenfield Student Excels In Academics, Service With Big Career Aspirations

From a brand partner: Vasilia stands out for her academic drive, community service and dream of a career in pediatric orthodontics.

Alverno Community Conference Will Explore the Power of Personal Stories

The college is partnering with Ex Fabula to host the event on April 22.

Alverno College to Honor Three Outstanding Alumnae

In addition to the alumnae being recognized, the college will also honor Richard Pieper with a Spirit of Alverno Award.

Mental Health Summit Will Focus on Ways Technology Can Transform Mental Health Care

Free event is open to mental health practitioners, community leaders and students.

Alverno College Ranked No. 5 in Newsweek’s “America’s Best Colleges for Women”

Inaugural ranking, developed in partnership with Gender Fair, highlights institutions that empower women.

Alverno College Alumna Named Dean of Students

Vásquez brings more than 15 years of experience across higher education, K-12 and nonprofit organizations to the role at her alma mater.

Alverno College Announces Two New Members of the Board of Trustees

Jackie Q. Carter and Andrew Narrai are accomplished leaders with deep ties to the Milwaukee community and extensive professional experience.

Alverno College Receives $1.1 Million Legacy Gift

The gift will be used to fund scholarships for first-generation undergraduate students.

C2C Welcomes Alverno College as Newest Member

Alverno will become the conference's eighth core member and begin competition during the 2026-2027 academic year.

Alverno College Welcomes New Vice President for Academic Affairs

Gina Rossetti, PhD has more than 20 years of academic leadership experience.

U.S. News & World Report Recognizes Alverno for Strong Commitment to Teaching, Innovation

Alverno was ranked third among Midwest Regional Universities for its commitment to undergraduate teaching.

Alverno College Alumna Named Director of Admissions

Ruth Lopez brings nearly 10 years of experience in admissions, student advising and strategic planning back to her alma mater.

Alverno College Names Antonio Rivas Director of Athletics

Rivas brings eight years of collegiate athletics experience to his new role.

Alverno College’s Community Psychology Graduate Program Earns National Accreditation

Program meets nationally recognized standards for curriculum, faculty qualifications, ethical training and student outcomes.

Alverno College Dean Elected to Prestigious Position

Dr. Jodi Eastberg will serve on the Higher Learning Commission’s Board of Trustees.

Alverno College Announces 2025 Faculty Promotions

Retiring faculty also recognized for the status of faculty emeritus or emerita.

Alverno College Will Hold Its 170th Commencement on May 17

A total of 565 degrees will be awarded on Saturday.

Alverno College Welcomes New CFO and VP of Finance and Administration

Elizabeth Moore will act as a key advisor, helping to lead the College toward sustainable growth.

Preparing Students to Thrive in an AI World

Alverno College conference will focus on the connection between competency-based education and the use of generative AI in the classroom.

Alverno College Honors Three Outstanding Alumnae

Alums are being recognized at the Alum Reunion and Awards Brunch.

Alverno College Welcomes New Vice President of Enrollment Services

Mariana Sanabria will oversee the Admissions and Financial Aid departments.

Alverno College Welcomes New Vice President for Advancement

Kitson leads the Office of Advancement, collaborating with college leadership on strategic philanthropy and alum engagement initiatives.

Alverno College Raises Over $3 Million by Unlocking Matching Gift

The matching gift has brought in gifts from more than 470 donors and brings the total raised to over $3 million.

Alverno College Receives $1.9 Million Grant

National Science Foundation funds granted to increase recruitment and retention of students in science.

Alverno College Receives Transformational $10 Million Gift

The gift is one of the largest donations the college has received throughout its 137-year history.

Alverno College Announces Faculty Promotions for 2024

Nine retiring faculty recognized by their peers for the status of faculty emeritus or emerita.

Donor Offers $1.5 Million Matching Gift to Alverno College

The announcement was made during President Christy Brown's inaugural address.

Alverno College Honors Students of Color With Rites of Passage

Two ceremonies recognize the achievements of students of color.

Alverno College Will Inaugurate Ninth President

Christy L. Brown, JD, will be inaugurated May 3.

Alverno College Team Chosen for National USDA Competition

Alverno College is one of 19 minority-serving education institutions selected to participate.

Forbes Names Alverno College Among the Best Online EdD Programs

Alverno's Doctorate in Educational Leadership ranks in the top 10

Alverno College Will Hold Its 168th Commencement on December 16

Nearly 300 degrees will be awarded at the winter commencement.

Alverno College Honors Students of Color With Rites of Passage

Black and Latinx students will take part in cultural ceremonies in a tradition going back decades.

Alverno College Named a Bronze-Level Bicycle Friendly University

The League of American Bicyclists is honoring Alverno for promoting and enabling safe, accessible bicycling on campus.

Alverno Receives $1.24 Million Grant From the Department of Education

Funds granted to Minority-Serving Institutions will help train special education personnel.