News
- Jul 29, 2019
- Office of Communications
Hound of the Week: Alexandra Cabral '20
Congratulations to our next Hound of the Week, Alexandra Cabral ‘20. Ally, a biotechnology major from Beverly, MA just completed biochemistry summer research this summer with Professor Marcotte. Ally is not only an organic chemistry and math tutor, but is also Assumption’s club volleyball captai...
- Jul 24, 2019
- Office of Communications
Assumption’s CTEQ Program Achieves Charter Member Status by American Academy for Liberal Education
Assumption’s Fortin-Gonthier Core Texts & Enduring Questions (CTEQ) program has been selected for membership as a Charter Member by the American Academy for Liberal Education (AALE). According to the Academy, its mission is to promote excellence in liberal education by providing recognition of...
- Jul 22, 2019
- Office of Communications
Assumption Professor’s Research Featured on NPR
Professor Cinzia Pica-Smith in Assumption’s Department of Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies and author of Social Justice Education in European Multi-Ethnic Schools: Addressing the Goals of Intercultural Education, of was recently featured on National Public Radio discussing the importance ...
- Jul 18, 2019
- Office of Communications
Hound of the Week: Owen Peterson '20
Congratulations to our next Hound of the Week, Owen Peterson ‘20! A New York native, Owen is an accounting major with a minor in graphic design and a member of Assumption’s Lacrosse team. He works in the post office throughout the academic year and has the great opportunity of being a...
- Jul 18, 2019
- Office of Communications
Travel Tuesday: Abigail Harkins '20
Abby Harkins ‘20, decided to spend a part of her summer abroad in Spain. A human services major with a concentration in communication sciences, Abby is also a member of Assumption’s soccer team which drew her to Spain because of their passion for the sport. Immersing herself in their culture and...
- Jul 17, 2019
- Office of Communications
Brendan Desautels ‘21
Congratulations to our next Hound of the Week, Brendan Desautels ‘21! A management major from Holden MA, Brendan is a member of Assumption’s baseball team, SAAC, Team Impact Campus Fellowship and is a Light the Way Scholar. This summer, Brendan is experiencing life on the West Coast as he i...
- Jul 16, 2019
- Office of Communications
Travel Tuesday: Nikolas Reygadas '22
Nikolas Reygadas ‘22, a double major in accounting and management has studied abroad this summer in Monaco. Being bilingual made it easier for Nikolas to interact with more people from all over the world. The beautiful views were one of his favorite parts alongside the opportunity to build his net...
- Jul 16, 2019
- Office of Communications
Provost Weiner interviewed by WBZ on partisanship and the upcoming election
Greg Weiner, Ph.D., provost and associate professor of political science recently sat down for an extensive interview with WBZ, CBS Boston’s Jon Keller on how extreme partisanship could influence the 2020 presidential election. The interview may be viewed on the CBS Boston website. Prof. Wei...
- Jul 10, 2019
- Office of Communications
Hound of the Week: Victoria Torres '20
Congratulations to our Hound of the Week, Victoria Torres ‘20, a double major in Political Science and Philosophy from Orlando, Florida. Victoria is highly involved on campus from participating in the chorale, Hound Sound and Assumption’s most recent musical, to being a Resident Assistant a...
- Jul 09, 2019
- Office of Communications
Travel Tuesday: John Fine-Lease '20 & Devan Sheth '22
John Fine-Lease ’20 and Devan Sheth ’22 traveled to Arnes, Norway with Assumption Assistant Coach for the Ice Hockey team, Paul Jenkins. This summer trip abroad entailed assisting in coaching a youth hockey camp for kids ages 7-15 while learning the different playing styles and methods the Europ...
- Jul 03, 2019
- Office of Communications
Hound of the Week: Brianna Rondeau '20
Congratulations to our next Hound of the Week, Brianna Rondeau ’20! A double major in psychology and sociology from Milford, MA, Brianna is actively involved in many groups on and off campus including serving as VP of the Psi Chi International Honor Society, being a psychology summer research fell...
- Jul 02, 2019
- Office of Communications
Travel Tuesday: Renee Danielle Leavitt '20
Renee Danielle Leavitt ‘20, a political science & theology major spent her spring 2019 semester studying abroad in Ireland through Assumption's study abroad program. “Being in Ireland really gave me a sense of community. I made some lifelong friends, had experiences abroad that I’ll never ...
- Jul 01, 2019
- Office of Communications
Happy 4th of July!
In observance of the 4th of July holiday, Assumption wishes to thank, honor and remember military service members and Veterans who have fought and continue to fight for our country’s freedom. ...
- Jun 26, 2019
- Office of Communications
Hound of the Week: Aditya Nathan '21
Congratulations to our next Hound of the Week, Aditya Nathan ’21! A double major in economics and political science from Shrewsbury, MA, Adi’s involvement on campus as an Orientation Leader, SGA member, RA, Sunday Mass Lector, SOPHIA student, among others has provided him platforms which he...
- Jun 25, 2019
- Office of Communications
Assumption and Regis Announce Masters of Science Dual Degree Partnership
Assumption University and Weston-based Regis College have announced a dual-degree Masters of Science in Regulatory and Clinical Research Management. Assumption students who pursue the dual degree must earn a Bachelor of Arts in biology or biotechnology and molecular biology from Assumption with a cu...
- Jun 25, 2019
- Office of Communications
Travel Tuesday: Victoria Williamson '20
Victoria Williamson ‘20 a biology major, decided to spend her spring 2019 semester studying abroad in Australia. “I chose Australia because it is right in the Great Barrier Reef, which is the perfect live classroom to study marine biology.” Prior to studying in Australia, Victoria has never tr...
- Jun 17, 2019
- Office of Communications
Hound of the Week: Cole Foster '20
Congratulations to our next Hound of the Week, Cole Foster ’20! A marketing major from Medfield, MA, Cole has had active involvement at Assumption for all four years on campus. “Being involved has given me a new family here on campus. I have met the best people on earth by joining different club...
- Jun 17, 2019
- Office of Communications
Travel Tuesday: Veronica Prytko '21
Veronica Prytko ’21, a political science major and art history minor decided to study abroad at Assumption's Rome campus for the spring 2019 semester. “I chose Rome because I have always wanted to study abroad and do it with other Assumption students and professors so I could create great friend...
- Jun 14, 2019
- Office of Communications
FOCUS Missionaries to Begin Collaboration with Campus Ministry
Assumption has announced that the Fellowship of Catholic University Students (FOCUS) has responded positively to Assumption’s request to send a team of four “missionaries,” recent college graduates, to collaborate with Campus Ministry staff. The missionaries will devote their energies to...
- Jun 12, 2019
- Office of Communications
Hound of the Week: Rebecca Hobin '21
Congratulations to our next Hound o the Week, Rebecca Hobin ’21! A Spanish major with a concentration in communication sciences and disorders, Rebecca is proudly involved on campus and is currently President of the class of 2021 and has been for the past two years. In addition to serving with SGA,...
- Jun 11, 2019
- Office of Communications
Travel Tuesday: Noah Veilleux '21
Noah Veilleux ’21 decided to spend his Spring 2019 semester studying abroad at Assumption’s Rome campus in Rome, Italy. As a history major, Noah was interested in studying abroad to experience the heart of the empire that founded western civilization. “I’ve been inspired by the Colosseum, a ...
- Jun 05, 2019
- Office of Communications
Assumption Students Chosen to Serve in a Select Student Leadership Position
The Office of Student Affairs has announced that 26 Assumption students have been selected among several applicants to serve as a 2019 Orientation Leader. The Orientation leaders, guided by the Catholic principles of Assumptionist tradition, are students dedicated to supporting first-year st...
- Jun 05, 2019
- Office of Communications
Hound of the Week: Abby Lopes '20
Congratulations to our next Hound of the Week, Abby Lopes ’20! A biology major with a minor in chemistry and human services, Abby has noted that getting involved on campus is a great way to meet new people and feel more connected to Assumption. As Head tutor in the Academic Support Center, an even...
- Jun 04, 2019
- Office of Communications
Travel Tuesday: Sydney Brosseau '20
Sydney Brosseau ’20, a marketing major, chose to spend her spring 2019 semester studying abroad in Ireland. Sydney has always wanted to travel to different countries around the world, and Ireland was first on her list of countries to visit! “During my time here, the people of Ireland have inspir...
