Events mix tradition and sisterhood In a tradition that goes back more than 25 years, Alverno College honored graduating students of color in various cultural ceremonies on Saturday, May 13, 2023. Since 1994, Alverno has held a Bestowing of the Kente, a rite of passage recognizing black students who are graduating seniors, earning a master’s degree, or completing a … [Read more...] about Alverno College celebrates students of color with rites of passage
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Alverno College to hold its 167th commencement on May 20
Alverno College to hold its 167th commencement on May 20, 2023 as 177 bachelor’s and associate degrees, 120 master’s degrees, 11 educational specialist degrees and 14 doctoral degrees will be awarded in the Pitman Theatre. The undergraduate ceremony will take place at 11 a.m., and the graduate ceremony will take place at 2 p.m. Commencement activities for undergraduates … [Read more...] about Alverno College to hold its 167th commencement on May 20
Bestowing of the Kente ceremony celebrates Black student graduates
Alverno College’s annual Bestowing of the Kente is one of the oldest ceremonies of its kind in Wisconsin. The rite of passage recognizes Black students who are graduating seniors, earning a master’s degree, or completing a certification program. Each honoree is presented with a Kente cloth – a hand-woven ceremonial stole featuring bright colors that honor West African heritage. … [Read more...] about Bestowing of the Kente ceremony celebrates Black student graduates
Alverno College holds commencement ceremony, honors wife of the late Hank Aaron
On Monday, May 17, 2021, Alverno College hosted its commencement ceremony at American Family Field. This is the first live commencement since 2019 as last year's was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This year's ceremony featured the bestowing of a Doctor of Letters degree from Alverno College on Billye Aaron (top photo, center) — educator, broadcaster, … [Read more...] about Alverno College holds commencement ceremony, honors wife of the late Hank Aaron
Alverno College’s ‘Bestowing of the Kente’ celebrates 25 years
On Sunday, December 8, 2019, Alverno College celebrated the 25th anniversary of their "Bestowing of the Kente," at the Alverno College Bucyrus Conference Center. The Bestowing of the Kente is a rite of passage recognizing African American students who are graduating seniors, earning a master's degree, or completing a certification program. Each honoree is presented with a … [Read more...] about Alverno College’s ‘Bestowing of the Kente’ celebrates 25 years
Meet Ascension St. Joseph’s Hospital Registered Nurse Twyla James
By Twyla James My name is Twyla James, MSN, RN, CNS and I have been working at Ascension St. Joseph’s Hospital for 32 years. My career allows me to provide for my family, while also giving back and treating people who may not return to the comfort of their own home. Attending Alverno College of Nursing program was an amazing opportunity for me to further my education … [Read more...] about Meet Ascension St. Joseph’s Hospital Registered Nurse Twyla James
Alverno College, Ascension Wisconsin announce letter of intent for strategic alliance
Institutions seek to develop mission-driven workforce, deliver personalized care to all Alverno College and Ascension Wisconsin have signed a letter of intent to establish a strategic alliance to improve the health of the state’s residents, Alverno President Dr. Andrea Lee and Bernie Sherry, Ministry Market Executive for Ascension Wisconsin, announced Tuesday, May 28, … [Read more...] about Alverno College, Ascension Wisconsin announce letter of intent for strategic alliance
‘Bestowing of the Kente’ ceremony honors African American graduates
As part of a tradition that goes back nearly 25 years, Alverno College held its Bestowing of the Kente ceremony on Sunday, May 12, 2019. The Bestowing of the Kente is a rite of passage recognizing African American students who are graduating seniors, earning a master’s degree, or completing a certification program. Each honoree chooses someone to present her with a Kente cloth, … [Read more...] about ‘Bestowing of the Kente’ ceremony honors African American graduates
Alverno hosts panel on the impact of poverty on civil liberties
On Thursday, November 8, 2018, Alverno College held a panel discussion which explored the impact of poverty on civil liberties from the perspective of those who have been incarcerated, victims of domestic violence or in need of health care. From left to right are Dr. Nat Godley, panel moderator and a member of the history and social interaction departments at Alverno; Rev. … [Read more...] about Alverno hosts panel on the impact of poverty on civil liberties
Alverno Bestowing of the Kente Graduation Ceremony
Eleven African American women participated in the 42nd Bestowing of the Kente Award at Alverno College on May 13, 2018. The Bestowing of the Kente and Latinas con Fuerza ceremonies are culturally grounded Rites of Passage in which Alverno honors its African and Latina graduates’ heritage. Kente is a Fante-West African word meaning basket. The ceremonies also provide an … [Read more...] about Alverno Bestowing of the Kente Graduation Ceremony