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- Jul 04, 2020
Independence Day
On this Independence Day, the University thanks those who put country before themselves to preserve our freedom. ...
- Jun 26, 2020
Prof. Borsch’s Research on Black Death Recalculates Death Toll Using Previously Unpublished Research
How Can New Findings Relative to the Plague be Applied to COVID-19? Assumption University History Professor Stuart Borsch, Ph.D., recently penned an essay that has been included in Harvard University’s Islamic Law Blog, a publication supported by the Islamic law program in Harvard’s Law Schoo...
- Jun 26, 2020
Assumption Prof. Develops Open Resource for Remote Learning
Assumption Associate Professor of Psychology and Interim Director of the D’Amour Center for Teaching Excellence (D’CTE) Professor Sarah Rose Cavanagh, Ph.D., is one of a team of 16 experts in teaching and learning across the nation who have produced a collection of open-source resources that pro...
- Jun 25, 2020
- Office of Communications
Understanding Environmental Influence on Human Behavior
Why do individuals act the way they do? Why do an individual’s study routines, exercise regimens, or thought process can differ from a roommate, best friend, or even sibling? It comes down to how we learn and how the environment can affect our behavior. These ideas are studied in the Psychol...
- Jun 22, 2020
- By Kylie Arvidson ’21
The Magic Mountaineers: Assumption History Professor Uses Pandemic to Reconnect and Collaborate with Alumni
During the stay-at-home order issued for Massachusetts as a result of the global pandemic, the Assumption community found innovative ways to stay connected. Thomas Wheatland, Ph.D., associate professor of history who specializes in German history and modern European intellectual history, maintains r...
- Jun 18, 2020
Assumption Accounting Students Awarded Competitive MSCPA Scholarships for 2020
Citing their exemplary work in the classroom and dedication to the field of accounting, the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants (MSCPA) has awarded Olivia Boncaldo ’21 and Kayla Silverio ’23 MSCPA Educational Foundation scholarships. According to the MSCPA, the goal of the Educ...
- Jun 17, 2020
Members of the Class of 2020 Recognized for Exceptional Leadership and Service
Graduates Receive Prestigious Crown and Shield Award In recognition of their commitment to service, 18 members of the Class of 2020 have been awarded the prestigious Crown & Shield Award, which honors students who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and participated in service duri...
- Jun 16, 2020
- Office of Communications
Amid COVID-19 Ohannesian’s ’06 Creativity Enhances Virtual Elementary Classroom
An Assumption education forms graduates whom are thoughtful, intelligent, and compassionate. Alex Ohannesian ’06, a third-grade teacher at Woodland Elementary School in Milford, is an example of how such a liberal arts education breeds creativity and successful careers. Ohannesian, who c...
- Jun 16, 2020
Assumption Accounting Students Awarded Competitive MSCPA Scholarships for 2020
Citing their exemplary work in the classroom and dedication to the field of accounting, the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants (MSCPA) has awarded Olivia Boncaldo ’21 and Kayla Silverio ’23 MSCPA Educational Foundation scholarships. According to the MSCPA, the goal of the Educ...
- Jun 09, 2020
- Office of Communications
Accounting Program Earns Endorsement by Institute of Management Accountants
The IMA® (Institute of Management Accountants), an international association focused on advancing the management accounting profession, has announced that Assumption University's accounting program in the Grenon School of Business is one of eight schools to earn its endorsement for 2...
- Jun 08, 2020
Assumption CCE Introduces Online Cybersecurity Bachelor’s Degree
This fall, the Continuing & Career Education (CCE) program at Assumption will expand its online offerings with the introduction of a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity. Assumption’s program educates future leaders in this evolving field who have obtained an expertise to secure, develop, and ...
- Jun 03, 2020
- Office of Communications
Assumption Receives National Endorsement for Education, Business Programs
Colleges of Distinction has recognized Assumption for providing its students with well-rounded educational experiences in the areas of business and education in its 2020-21 rankings. The organization wrote that Assumption has “excelled at having students graduate and enter the workforce with solid...
- Jun 02, 2020
- Office of Communications
Amid Unprecedented and Challenging Circumstances, Assumption Students Earn Placement on Dean’s List
Assumption has announced those students named to the institution's Dean’s List for the spring 2020 semester. Students must achieve a grade point average of 3.5 for a five-class, 15-credit semester to be included on the prestigious list, which is announced at the completion of the fall and spr...
- Jun 01, 2020
- Office of Communications
Assumption Launches Specialized Autism Graduate Program
To meet the growing need of professionals trained to work with and advocate for individuals in need of special education services, Assumption has launched a new Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies (CAGS) in Special Education: Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). This program allows graduate s...
- Jun 01, 2020
President Cesareo: Striving for Justice Amid Evil
The following message from President Francesco C. Cesareo, Ph.D. was shared with students, faculty and staff on Saturday, May 30. "Once again, the nation’s consciousness is tested. The tragic and unfortunate deaths of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery and so many others whose lives were needlessly...
- May 29, 2020
- Office of Communications
Assumption Named A College of Distinction
Assumption has been recognized for its commitment to student-centered education that applies theory to practice while fostering a dynamic learning community by Colleges of Distinction in its 2020-21 rankings. Assumption was also named a Massachusetts College of Distinction as well as a Catholic Coll...
- May 28, 2020
- Office of Communications
Assumption Receives National Recognition for Equity & Inclusion Initiatives
Assumption has received recognition for its efforts in the area of equity and inclusion in the Colleges of Distinction 2020-21 rankings. According to Colleges of Distinction, Assumption and other institutions under this designation have distinguished themselves as a “community dedicated to equal o...
- May 28, 2020
- Office of Communications
Assumption Lauded as a College of Distinction for Military Support
Colleges of Distinction has recognized Assumption as a top school for Military Support in its 2020-21 rankings. As the number of Veterans pursuing higher education increases, so too does the demand for their personal and academic support. However, Veterans face unique challenges that can i...
- May 28, 2020
- Office of Communications
Grenon School of Business Adds B.A. in Finance Complemented by New Trading Room
In an effort to meet the increasing demand for skilled finance professionals across the globe, Assumption has announced a new Bachelor of Arts in Finance, beginning in the fall 2020 semester. The new major in finance complements the existing offerings of the newly formed Grenon School of Business by...
- May 26, 2020
- Office of Communications
Prof. O’Hara Nominated for NE10 Faculty Mentor Award
A cornerstone of the Assumption mission is providing an education that forms the whole person; that creates graduates with critical intelligence, thoughtful citizenship, and compassionate service. One of the ways this is accomplished is through the dedication of Assumption faculty, who not only shar...
- May 22, 2020
- Office of Communications
Assumption Magazine Wins Two National Awards
Assumption’s flagship publication, Assumption Magazine, has won two awards from the Catholic Press Association (CPA) of the United States and Canada. The 2020 Alumni Magazine Awards program recognizes the quality and engagement of Catholic college and university alumni publications. Assumpt...
- May 20, 2020
- Office of Communications
Class of 2020 Valedictorian and Salutatorian Named
Lauren Robichaud, of Holden, and Sean O’Rourke, of Spencer, Will Address Class of 2020 During August Commencement Assumption has announced that Lauren Robichaud and Sean O’Rourke have been named valedictorian and salutatorian for the Class of 2020, respectively. Robichaud will address her...
- May 19, 2020
- Kimberly Ruscitti
Perseverance: How Community, Compassion, and Cooperation Guided the Assumption Community through an Unprecedented Semester
In March, amid a global pandemic, Assumption was faced with making an unprecedented decision, and doing so quickly—to close the physical campus and shift to remote learning to ensure the safety of the College community. Under ideal circumstances, faculty would be allotted weeks, even months, to de...
