News
- Apr 23, 2019
- Office of Communications
Honors Convocation Recognizes Students’ Academic Excellence
Assumption recognized 75 students with awards for academic excellence during the 35th Annual Honors Convocation on April 15. Awards ranged from departmental honors to special recognitions, to Assumption’s highest honor, Augustine Scholarships. “The annual Honors Convocation is an opportunity ...
- Apr 17, 2019
- Office of Communications
Students’ Academic Research Showcased at Annual Undergraduate Symposium
On April 15-16, 85 Assumption students presented their original academic research projects during the 25th Annual Undergraduate Symposium. This annual event highlights the scholarly achievements of Assumption students and demonstrates the collaboration that occurs between Assumption students an...
- Apr 17, 2019
- Katelynn Rosa
Hound of the Week: Bryce Thomas '20
Congratulations to our next hound of the week, Bryce Thomas ‘20! Bryce is an English major and Psychology minor from Sandwich, MA. She participates in Intramural Battleship, Merely Players, and Residential Life as the HRA of Alumni/Desault Hall. In her spare time, she teaches her residents how to ...
- Apr 16, 2019
Travel Tuesday: Portia Bonsu '20
Portia Bonsu '20, a marketing major with a minor in IT, is currently studying abroad at Assumption's Rome campus for the spring 2019 semester. Portia chose Rome due to its rich history. “I wanted to step outside of my comfort zone and gain a new perspective on education and culture.” Porti...
- Apr 16, 2019
- Office of Communications
The Ducks Return to Assumption on April 23
Assumption will host its 15th Annual Duck Day celebration, a beloved tradition in which local elementary school children are welcomed onto campus to greet the ducks as they return to campus, on Tuesday, April 23, at 11:30 a.m., in front of the duck pond on campus at 500 Salisbury Street. Mo...
- Apr 15, 2019
- Office of Communications
Creedon ’19 Running Boston Marathon to Benefit Martin Richard Foundation
When more than 30,000 runners take their first step of the 26.2-mile journey from Hopkinton to Boston’s Boylston Street, among that throng will be a number of Assumption alumni and at least one student. Meaghan Creedon ’19, a marketing major and English writing minor from Marshfield, is runni...
- Apr 12, 2019
- Office of Communications
College to Congress Internship: Madison Piel '20
Madison Piel ‘20, a political science major from Marlborough, CT, was selected for a prestigious internship with College to Congress on Capitol Hill this summer. Of 1,000 applicants, only 19 were selected for the 2019 program. College to Congress is a non-partisan, nonprofit organization ...
- Apr 10, 2019
- Office of Communications
Are There Benefits of Screen Time for Teenagers?
Assumption Associate Professor of Psychology Sarah Cavanagh, Ph.D., was recently tapped to testify before the Washington State Human Services and Early Learning Committee on the impact of teenage exposure to “screen time” on their behavioral health and personal development. According to...
- Apr 10, 2019
- Katelynn Rosa
Hound of the Week: Chloe Amour '21
Congratulations to our next hound oft week, Chloe Amour ‘21! Chloe is a double major in secondary education and history from Holden, MA. She’s involved in a variety of activities on campus which include: Resident Assistant in Worcester Hall, SGA Class Vice President, CAB Executive Chairperson fo...
- Apr 09, 2019
- Office of Communications
Travel Tuesday: Francesca DePergola '20
Meet Francesca DePergola ’20, a psychology major with minors in human services and theology. When Francesca first entered college at Assumption, she heard about the opportunity of the Rome campus and knew she had to take advantage. “Ever since I was young, traveling to Europe, especially Italy, ...
- Apr 05, 2019
- Office of Communications
March Madness as Adverts 250 Project Nets Second Place in National Championship
While much of the country is fixated on this weekend’s NCAA Final Four, Assumption’s Associate Professor of History Carl Robert Keyes, Ph.D., is celebrating a Final Four victory of his own—his Adverts 250 Project finished second overall in The Junto: A Group Blog on Early American History...
- Apr 03, 2019
- Office of Communications
Hound of the Week: Daniel DeLuca ’20
Congratulations to our Hound of the Week, Daniel DeLuca ‘20! A biology major preparing for physical therapy graduate school from Riverside, RI, Daniel partakes in a variety of leadership opportunities on campus. Some of Daniel’s positions include being a student leader for Athlete’s Intervarsi...
- Apr 03, 2019
- Office of Communications
Emerging Careers and Demand for Cybersecurity Professionals
Assumption Cybersecurity Professor of Practice Raymond Albert, Ph.D., recently visited with students at Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School in Fitchburg and shared with them the increasing demand for cybersecurity professionals to prevent, thwart, and respond to cyber attacks. Indus...
- Apr 02, 2019
- Office of Communications
Moynihan Center to Host Program Highlighting Role of Evidence in Public Policy
The late Senator Daniel Patrick Moynihan used to say, “You’re entitled to your own opinion, but not your own facts.” In this spirit of Sen. Moynihan, the Daniel Patrick Moynihan Center for Scholarship and Statesmanship at Assumption will present a daylong program dedicated to a discussion focu...
- Apr 02, 2019
- Office of Communications
Travel Tuesday: Sam Malone '21
For the spring semester, Sam Malone, ’21, chose to study abroad at Assumption Rome. Having a program that is unique to Assumption, Sam loves the security of having 20 other Assumption students make him feel comfortable so far from home. “I’m inspired by my daily interactions with Romans in sho...
- Mar 29, 2019
- Office of Communications
Salachi ’19 Receives Economics and Global Studies Award for Academic Excellence
Assumption senior Emma C. Salachi has been named the recipient of the 2019 George A. Doyle Merit Award for Excellence in Economics or Global Studies. Salachi, of Mansfield, is a double major in global studies and Italian studies. She received her award during a ceremony on March 28. The Geo...
- Mar 28, 2019
- Office of Communications
Cartoon characters are not why your child prefers junk food, new study shows
Parents and lawmakers who believe cartoon characters lead children to choose junk food over healthy food may be mistaken, according to a new study conducted by a team of researchers including Assumption Assistant Professor of Marketing Bridget Leonard, Ph.D. Prof. Leonard collabor...
- Mar 28, 2019
- Office of Communications
Lawmakers Tap Expertise of Assumption Professor to Develop Policies that Enhance Campus Safety
“Although there is no evidence that sexual assault on campus has increased, tolerance for it has decreased” On March 27, Massachusetts state legislators, their aides, and members of the public gathered at the State House for the 10th Annual Massachusetts Family Impact seminar. The seminar, en...
- Mar 28, 2019
- Kaitlyn Friel '19
Assumption’s Political Science Program a “Best Value”
College Factual has recognized Assumption’s political science program as one of the top 25 best political science programs for the money in its 2019 Best Value Colleges for Political Science & Government rankings. Assumption, ranked in the top five percent of programs nationwide, was also name...
- Mar 27, 2019
- Office of Communications
Hound of the Week: Kara Sczerbinski '19
Congratulations to our hound of the week, Kara Sczerbinski ‘19. An Elementary Education and Spanish double major from Cranston, RI, Kara's heavy involvement at Assumption varies widely. From being a CAB Spring Concert Executive, a member of the Assumption Dance Team, being an Orientation Lead...
- Mar 26, 2019
- Office of Communications
UMass Law and Assumption Develop Accelerated Law Degree Program
Assumption and the University of Massachusetts School of Law at UMass Dartmouth have partnered to enable Assumption students to earn a law degree in only six years, rather than the traditional seven years. The 3+3 agreement allows Assumption students to complete the Core Curriculum and...
- Mar 26, 2019
Travel Tuesday: Rachel Berthiaume '20
Rachel Berthiaume ’20, wanted to challenge herself by forcing herself out of her comfort zone all the way across the world to study abroad in Australia’s Gold Coast. “I was always very nervous to be away from home and to study abroad, but I realized this opportunity is once in a lifetime and i...
- Mar 25, 2019
Assumption Summer Session Registration Opens April 8
For the sixth consecutive year, Assumption will offer students an opportunity to catch up or get ahead in their studies through two summer sessions. Summer courses are offered online and on campus during the day from May 20-June 28 (Session I) and July 1-August 9 (Session II). Summer c...
- Mar 22, 2019
U.S. News Ranks Assumption’s Rehab Counseling Program among Best in Nation
Assumption’s graduate degree program in Rehabilitation Counseling is one of the Best Graduate Schools for Health 2020, according to U.S. News & World Report. Previously ranked 48th, Assumption has now moved up to be among the top 40 Rehabilitation Counseling programs in the country. ...
