As record numbers of veterans return from war and head for college, some — like those at Alvernia University — are thinking about their less fortunate colleagues, namely, the more than 50,000 veterans who were wounded in Iraq and Afghanistan. On Aug. 4, Alvernia student-veterans will hold a car show at the university benefiting wounded warriors.
Reading, PA (PRWEB) July 25, 2013
Anthony Calpino, a Marine veteran majoring in criminal justice at Alvernia, is one of more than 70 veterans on Alvernia’s growing “Military Friendly” campus — many of whom are working to bring 50 to 100 Hot Rod and custom show cars to campus Aug. 4, for an event benefitting Keystone Wounded Warriors.
Donations from the Sun., Aug. 4, 2013 car show will benefit wounded soldiers through the Keystone Wounded Warriors — a group that aims to support Pennsylvania service men and women who were wounded on or after September 11, 2001.
“This initiative is entirely student driven,” says Assistant Director of Student Financial Planning Jason Deitz, who serves a key advisor to military students at Alvernia. “Seeing combat firsthand gives student-veterans a unique connection and understanding of those who are injured. From inception to planning, our students have done it all to make this project a reality.”
As a “Military Friendly” school, Alvernia University has seen a 40% increase in veteran enrollment since 2008, with 61 vets enrolling in the university just last year. “We take great pride in representing the top tier of U.S. colleges, universities and trade schools doing the most to educate America’s veterans.”
Only the top 15% of schools in the nation are considered Military Friendly — a designation that ranks services, programs, discounts, scholarships, clubs, networking and staff for military students. “We want to make sure that these special students can spend their time focusing on gaining an education,” explains Deitz.
As a participant in the Yellow Ribbon Program, Alvernia matches benefits with the federal government to offer free tuition, books, supplies, and housing allowances to post 9-11 military veterans. And veterans can also earn credit for military training through the university.
Since bringing the idea of a benefit car show to the table, Calpino has been working hard on the logistics and donations to make the Aug. 4 event a success for wounded soldiers. He anticipates 50 to 100 Hot Rod and custom show cars, spectator vehicles, food, entertainment, and trophies — all benefiting wounded veterans. Even the $15 registration fee will be donated to Keystone Warriors.
Celebrity judges will include Berks County Sheriff Eric J. Weaknecht, Berks County Sheriff; Berks County Common Pleas Judge Jeffrey Sprecher, and Jeffrey Barbour, owner of Office Service Company.
ALVERNIA is a thriving university that empowers students through real-world learning to discover their passion for life, while providing the education to turn what they love into lifetimes of career success and personal fulfillment, helping them make the world a better place.
Situated on a scenic 121-acre suburban campus in historic Berks County, Pa., the university of more than 3,000 students is conveniently located near Philadelphia (60 miles) and within an easy drive of New York, Baltimore and Washington, D.C. With a College of Arts and Sciences and College of Professional Studies, Alvernia today offers more than 50 undergraduate majors and minors and a range of graduate programs at the master’s and doctoral levels through its School of Graduate and Adult Education. Satellite sites are located in Philadelphia and Schuylkill County. As one of only 22 Franciscan institutions in the country, Alvernia’s focus on caring for each other, the environment and the community are joined with a challenging educational experience to provide an unparalleled environment to grow, develop and mature as a person and professional. Reported by PRWeb 11 hours ago.
Reading, PA (PRWEB) July 25, 2013
Anthony Calpino, a Marine veteran majoring in criminal justice at Alvernia, is one of more than 70 veterans on Alvernia’s growing “Military Friendly” campus — many of whom are working to bring 50 to 100 Hot Rod and custom show cars to campus Aug. 4, for an event benefitting Keystone Wounded Warriors.
Donations from the Sun., Aug. 4, 2013 car show will benefit wounded soldiers through the Keystone Wounded Warriors — a group that aims to support Pennsylvania service men and women who were wounded on or after September 11, 2001.
“This initiative is entirely student driven,” says Assistant Director of Student Financial Planning Jason Deitz, who serves a key advisor to military students at Alvernia. “Seeing combat firsthand gives student-veterans a unique connection and understanding of those who are injured. From inception to planning, our students have done it all to make this project a reality.”
As a “Military Friendly” school, Alvernia University has seen a 40% increase in veteran enrollment since 2008, with 61 vets enrolling in the university just last year. “We take great pride in representing the top tier of U.S. colleges, universities and trade schools doing the most to educate America’s veterans.”
Only the top 15% of schools in the nation are considered Military Friendly — a designation that ranks services, programs, discounts, scholarships, clubs, networking and staff for military students. “We want to make sure that these special students can spend their time focusing on gaining an education,” explains Deitz.
As a participant in the Yellow Ribbon Program, Alvernia matches benefits with the federal government to offer free tuition, books, supplies, and housing allowances to post 9-11 military veterans. And veterans can also earn credit for military training through the university.
Since bringing the idea of a benefit car show to the table, Calpino has been working hard on the logistics and donations to make the Aug. 4 event a success for wounded soldiers. He anticipates 50 to 100 Hot Rod and custom show cars, spectator vehicles, food, entertainment, and trophies — all benefiting wounded veterans. Even the $15 registration fee will be donated to Keystone Warriors.
Celebrity judges will include Berks County Sheriff Eric J. Weaknecht, Berks County Sheriff; Berks County Common Pleas Judge Jeffrey Sprecher, and Jeffrey Barbour, owner of Office Service Company.
ALVERNIA is a thriving university that empowers students through real-world learning to discover their passion for life, while providing the education to turn what they love into lifetimes of career success and personal fulfillment, helping them make the world a better place.
Situated on a scenic 121-acre suburban campus in historic Berks County, Pa., the university of more than 3,000 students is conveniently located near Philadelphia (60 miles) and within an easy drive of New York, Baltimore and Washington, D.C. With a College of Arts and Sciences and College of Professional Studies, Alvernia today offers more than 50 undergraduate majors and minors and a range of graduate programs at the master’s and doctoral levels through its School of Graduate and Adult Education. Satellite sites are located in Philadelphia and Schuylkill County. As one of only 22 Franciscan institutions in the country, Alvernia’s focus on caring for each other, the environment and the community are joined with a challenging educational experience to provide an unparalleled environment to grow, develop and mature as a person and professional. Reported by PRWeb 11 hours ago.