News
- Jan 02, 2019
- Office of Communications
Assumption's Rome Campus Named One of Top 10 Study Abroad Programs in U.S.
Assumption University’s Rome campus has been named one of the 10 "best study abroad programs in America” by the independent college rankings journal Best College Reviews. Calling it one of “the most desirable study abroad opportunities” in the United States, Best College Reviews noted tha...
- Dec 29, 2018
- MARISSA SMITH '17
Rome: A Living Classroom for Art History
Art is in Professor Daria Borghese’s blood. The Borghese family, known for its elaborate art collection from the 17th century, are her ancestors, and their Roman villa – the Borghese Gallery – is one of the most famous art galleries in the world. As such, she is the ideal choice to teach the ...
- Dec 29, 2018
- Rachel Berthiaume ’20
Assumption’s Philosophy and Religious Programs Recognized Among Nation’s Best
Assumption has some of the best philosophy and religious programs in the country—and second in Worcester—according to BiggerFaith.org. The ranking entity recognized Assumption in the top 30 out of 200 colleges and universities with similar academic programs, BiggerFaith.org chose these...
- Dec 28, 2018
- Office of Communications
Course provides free tax assistance to Worcester residents
Carmen Amores needed help. Amores found herself owing more than $12,000 she could not pay due to a mistake made on her tax returns. She had filed as single when she was in fact married and an extra $1,000 she couldn’t afford was being taken out of her check every month. Now, thanks to...
- Dec 14, 2018
- Office of Communications
What’s in a Name? Business Students Team Up With Red Sox to Conduct Market Research
On Tuesday, Nov. 6, millions of Americans voted in the midterm elections, but in Worcester, city residents also cast votes for the new name of the Triple-A affiliate of the World Champion Boston Red Sox, who will move to Worcester in 2021. Though the partnership was announced only two weeks ago, the...
- Dec 07, 2018
- Office of Communications
Assumption Ranked Top Christian College in Massachusetts
Assumption has been ranked first in the state of Massachusetts and 10th in the nation by Study.com in its 2019 rankings for the top Christian colleges and universities. According to Study.com, when ranking the 50 Best Christian Colleges & Universities, the organization “exami...
- Dec 07, 2018
- Office of Communications
Assumption, Red Sox Partner to Provide Innovative Opportunities for Students, Worcester
Assumption announced that it has entered into a partnership with the Worcester Red Sox as a higher education sponsor and one of the team’s 21 founding partners. Through this partnership, Assumption students will benefit from internships and scholarships as the University enhances its com...
- Dec 07, 2018
- Office of Communications
Slavery Adverts 250 Project Featured on Detroit Public Radio
Professor Carl Robert Keyes, Ph.D., was featured on WDET’s “Detroit Today with Stephen Henderson,” an NPR-affiliated current events program. Prof. Keyes, associate professor of history and director of the Women’s Studies Program at Assumption, discussed the history of newspaper advertisement...
- Sep 01, 2018
- Office of Communications
Assumption Opens Center for Neuroscience
On Tuesday, Sept.11, Assumption will celebrate the opening of the new Center for Neuroscience by launching a career-informative session that highlights personal perspectives about neuro-related graduate programs. The four panelists, who are either currently enrolled or recently graduated ...
