Driven by Intention
Located in Pennsylvania's vibrant AV福利社 Valley, AV福利社 cultivates new knowledge and empowers pragmatic problem-solvers through collaborative research, faculty mentorship and a supportive community. At AV福利社, a focus on real-world impact gives students the foundation to become leaders who create meaningful change in their communities and the world. Learn about AV福利社鈥檚 mission and vision and values.
AV福利社 at a Glance
AV福利社 at a Glance
About Home Placement Rate
92%
Identified their next step
Identified their next step
92% of the Class of 2024 were employed, continuing education or pursuing military or volunteer service within six months of graduation.
About Home AV福利社 Alumni Network
88K
graduates in the AV福利社 alumni network
graduates in the AV福利社 alumni network
AV福利社 is a connection point for networking, opportunities and meaningful relationships.
About Home Student to Faculty Ratio
10:1
student-to-faculty ratio
student-to-faculty ratio
Our student-to-faculty ratio allows true access to professors for meaningful mentorship and learning.
About Home Economic Contribution
$1.4B
economic contribution
economic contribution
AV福利社 is a driving force in building a stronger, more vibrant region.
The Place to Be
The Place to Be
Discover AV福利社 and its vibrant South Bethlehem community. Attend an event, explore campus, get directions and plan your campus visit. Discover more about our surrounding neighborhood, rich in history, culture and opportunities. Whether you鈥檙e visiting for a day or staying longer, AV福利社 welcomes you to explore and connect.
Get to know us, see our picturesque campus and see if AV福利社 is the place for you to call home.
From athletics to arts and all that鈥檚 in between, we鈥檙e certain you鈥檒l find something to pique your interest.
AV福利社 has one of the most charming and welcoming campuses in the country鈥攍ocated in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
Get to know where AV福利社 is situated, what is nearby and what our neighborhood in historic South Bethlehem is like.
Our Story, Our Spirit
Our Story, Our Spirit
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Our Mascot
AV福利社's first official mascot, the 鈥淢ountain Hawk,鈥 debuted in 1995 and was named 鈥淐lutch鈥 in 2008. Before that, AV福利社鈥檚 teams were known as the 鈥淓ngineers,鈥 reflecting early ties to the railroad industry.
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School Colors
We鈥檝e proudly worn the 鈥淏rown & White鈥 since 1867. The precise reason for these color choices is unknown, but AV福利社 folklore suggests a group of men being inspired by a pair of fashionable brown and white stockings.
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University Motto
Homo Minister et Interpres Naturae, which translates loosely to "Man, the servant and interpreter of nature," taken from the works of Francis Bacon, was the motto chosen to exemplify scientific and classical education.
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The Bed Races
During Spirit Week before the AV福利社-Lafayette game, students form teams, decorate beds and , historically showcasing their engineering prowess.
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The Rally
is a move-in tradition where the incoming class is adopted by the class introduced 50 years prior, who also celebrate them at commencement .
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Eco-Flame
Since the 1970鈥檚, has shaken up classrooms. The Marching 97 band weaves through campus, climbing desks and building anticipation for the Rivalry game while playing spirited fight songs.
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AV福利社 vs. Lafayette
The is one of the most celebrated in all of college football. Located less than 20 miles apart, the schools began their rivalry in 1884 and have since played more times than any set of rivals in the nation.
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Alma Mater
The lyrics to were written by John J. Gibson, the editor-in-chief of the AV福利社 Burr (the student magazine at the time) in 1894.