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- How is CollegeTowne part of Alvernia’s Franciscan mission?
As a Franciscan institution, Alvernia’s mission compels it to be a source of transformation for students and the communities it serves, as St. Francis of Assisi was during his day. Just as St. Francis played a critical role in rebuilding the Church, Alvernia, collaborating with other partners, will play a key role in the revitalization of the communities it serves in Reading, Pottsville and Philadelphia.
- How is the O'Pake Institute connected to CollegeTowne?
The newly re-engineered O’Pake Institute will serve as a catalyst for educational and business expansion, including the student-powered business incubator, in the communities it serves.
- What is a business incubator?
A business incubator provides training and support to help develop new and startup companies. As a space for student-powered ideas and exploring program opportunities for strategic growth, it serves as a catalyst for local or regional economic development. To support its academic programs, Alvernia is partnering with local economic growth organizations Greater to establish student-centered business incubators in the communities it serves.
John R. Post Center at Reading CollegeTowne
The John R. Post Center at Reading CollegeTowne is Alvernia’s new downtown Reading facility. The dynamic extension of main campus showcases Alvernia’s student-centric approach to learning.
American House at Reading CollegeTowne
The American House at Reading CollegeTowne is part of Alvernia’s downtown Reading footprint. The 45,000-square-foot property at 354 Penn Street was purchased in June 2022 as part of the university’s second phase of the Reading CollegeTowne initiative and an additional $20 million in downtown Reading investments.
Pottsville CollegeTowne
Pottsville CollegeTowne, Alvernia's new 17,000-square-foot facility, boasts high-tech academic and community space.
