Walter Alsegg Receives Albright College Distinguished Alumni Award
Reading, PA (04/22/2024) — Walter Alsegg, of Womelsdorf, Pa., was honored during an April 20, 2024 Alumni Weekend awards ceremony at Albright College, receiving the college's Distinguished Alumni Award. The Distinguished Alumni Award recognizes outstanding service and accomplishment in at least one of the following areas: community, state, nation, church, profession, academic and/or service organizations. Alsegg is a member of the Albright's class of 1964.
After graduating from Albright, Walter Alsegg '64, Womelsdorf, Pa., entered the business world, working for a local specialty paper company who produced book cover paper, gift wrap, record labels, Hershey bar labels, and other highly specialized coated papers. But Alsegg has always prioritized giving back to the community and joined his local volunteer fire company in Sinking Spring, Pa., serving with them for 20 years and receiving a great deal of satisfaction from helping his neighbors in times of need. He rose to the rank of assistant chief before retiring.
Alsegg and his former wife became involved in the Pennsylvania Junior Miss program. The state finals were held in Reading and they would host high school senior girls for the week of completion. Alsegg became president of the board of directors, and eventually led efforts to form Pennsylvania's Outstanding Young Woman organization.
After retiring from his business career, Alsegg moved to the Jersey shore. When 9-11 occurred, he felt a strong need to contribute in some way, and joined the Coast Guard Auxiliary, becoming the flotilla commander for the Ocean City, N.J., flotilla. Walt also volunteered at Coast Guard Station Atlantic City, doing administrative work and training with the active-duty members. He became auxiliary operations officer for the New Jersey Shore area.
Alsegg values the many remarkable and dedicated people who have inspired him to get involved and contribute to his community over the years.
Named a top national college by U.S. News & World Report, Albright College, Reading, Pa., (founded 1856) is home to engaging faculty who believe that the best academic moments are when students feel inspired and ready to take action. The college's distinctive co-major program enables students to cross or combine different areas of study, without taking longer to graduate. Study alongside undergraduate students, adult learners and graduate students, and ignite your SPARK at Albright College.
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Walter Alsegg '64, Womelsdorf, Pa.