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- Aug 10, 2021
Assumption Supports Effort to Double Pell Grants for Students in Need
Assumption University has partnered with several colleges and universities across the nation to support a national campaign to double the maximum Pell Grant – from $6,500 to $13,000 — to help more students achieve the dream of earning a college degree. Pell Grants help nearly 7 million low- and ...
- Jul 28, 2021
- Office of Communications
Bringing Literature to Life through Theater
When not teaching in the classroom, Assumption Professor of English Paul Shields, Ph.D., is bringing literature alive by way of local theater. In early July, he directed a production of Samuel Beckett’s Not I at the Worcester PopUp Theater. “I was listening to an interview with Beckett ...
- Jul 26, 2021
- Office of Communications
Boston Globe Names Artist Harris ’12 ‘One to Watch’
Since graduating from Assumption with a degree in studio art, Anne Harris ’12 has been making a name for herself in the art world. This spring, upon the completion of her Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree from the School of the Museum of Fine Arts (SMFA) at Tufts University, she was named by the Bo...
- Jul 22, 2021
- Office of Communications
NSF Grant Awarded to Assumption Professors to Transform Undergraduate Biology Education
Assumption Professors Sarah Rose Cavanagh, Ph.D., associate professor of psychology and associate director for grants and research for the D’Amour Center for Teaching Excellence, and Michele Lemons, Ph.D., professor of biology and director of the Center for Neuroscience, have been awarded a Nation...
- Jul 15, 2021
- Office of Communications
From Lecture to Lab: Karly Stallworth ’21 Conducting ALS Research at UMass
As a junior, Karly Stallworth ’21 attended one of Assumption’s Center for Neuroscience lecture series—a decision, and a connection, that led to a valuable career opportunity working as a post-baccalaureate at the University of Massachusetts Medical School (UMMS). Stallworth will spend the next...
- Jul 08, 2021
- Office of Communications
AU Mobile App Wins Award for Innovation
Assumption University was recognized for its innovative AU Mobile App by Modo in its 2021 Appademy Awards honoring colleges and universities for exemplary mobile apps. Assumption received second place for Most Innovative App for Communication for its Worcester Red Sox ticket module. Accordi...
- Jul 08, 2021
- Office of Communications
Supporting Worcester Children Amid the Pandemic
Inspired by a mission to serve that deepened during the COVID-19 pandemic, a group of Assumption students discovered unique ways to support Worcester children in need by providing virtual programming as volunteers with Jumpstart, a national early education organization that prepares children for suc...
- Jul 08, 2021
- Office of Communications
Sound of Music: Copeley ’19 Pursuing a Passion for Music
When Christian Copeley ’19 entered Assumption as an organ scholar, he considered himself more of a pianist. “I primarily saw myself as a pianist, and I only decided to pursue organ at Assumption University because of the full-tuition scholarship,” he said. “However, after my first year, I...
- Jun 24, 2021
- Office of Communications
Assumption’s Psi Chi Honor Society Designated Model Chapter
The Assumption University Chapter of Psi Chi, the international honor society for psychology, has been designated as a 2020-21 Psi Chi Model Chapter for its commitment to the organization’s mission of promoting the study of psychology. Assumption’s chapter is among only 32 of 1,150 chapters to a...
- Jun 15, 2021
- Office of Communications
Prof. Senecal Examines Causes of Suicide Among Veterans in New Book
Assumption Professor of Human Services Gary Senecal, Ph.D., has recently published a book, American and NATO Veteran Reintegration: The Trauma of Social Isolation and Cultural Chasms (Lexington Books) that examines mental health issues among former American service members. Prof. Senecal sa...
- Jun 07, 2021
- Office of Communications
Assumption Students Named to Dean’s List for Demonstrating Academic Excellence
Assumption University has announced those students named to the University’s Dean’s List for the spring 2021 semester. Students named to the Dean’s List 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 ...
- Jun 07, 2021
- Office of Communications
Assumption Baseball Players Mentor Future Stars at WooSox Clinic
Members of the Assumption Baseball team gave back to the community this weekend, mentoring young athletes from the Worcester area during the Worcester Red Sox’s first in a series of youth baseball clinics. Several Assumption student-athletes shared their love of the game while instructing the youn...
- Jun 03, 2021
- Office of Communications
Assumption Honors Alumni Virtually with Annual Awards
The annual Alumni Awards are presented by the Office of Alumni Relations and bestowed upon individuals at the University’s June Reunion, which, for this and last year, was held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Extraordinary Assumption alumni and community members are honored for their loyal...
- Jun 01, 2021
- Office of Communications
Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ Zach Triner ’15 to Discuss Unconventional, Inspiring Path to the NFL and Super Bowl Champion
Tampa Bay Buccaneers long snapper and Super Bowl Champion Zach Triner '15 will discuss how his faith and perseverance carried him through his unconventional journey from undrafted NFL hopeful to a Super Bowl Champion in an online event on Wednesday, June 2, at 7 p.m. Triner will host a question...
- May 29, 2021
- Office of Communications
Memorial Day Remembrance
Assumption University pauses today to remember all those who have made the greatest sacrifice, putting country and service before self. We especially remember those in the Assumption community and their families. May we find inspiration in their sacrifices, and pray they continue to dwell in t...
- May 25, 2021
- Office of Communications
Assumption Professor Organizes International Symposium on Latin American Women’s Public Participation, Contributions, and Challenges
Juan Carlos Grijalva, Ph.D., associate professor of Spanish and chair of the Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Cultures, has contributed to the development of an international symposium during which renowned scholars from throughout the world will discuss women in Andean region histor...
- May 18, 2021
- Office of Communications
Assumption, New England Center for Children Announce Partnership Providing Students Opportunities to Collaborate with Leaders in Autism Research
Assumption University and The New England Center for Children (NECC), an internationally recognized leader in autism intervention, research, and professional development, have announced an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Fellowship, which will allow students the opportunity to pursue a Master of Art...
- May 17, 2021
- Office of Communications
Lauren Robichaud ’20: From Brain Injury to Valedictorian
When Lauren Robichaud ’20, G’21 delivered the valedictorian address to her fellow graduates on Saturday, May 15, it was a day that seemed impossible five years earlier. Robichaud sustained a traumatic brain injury the summer going into her senior year of high school from a sports-related acciden...
- May 17, 2021
- Office of Communications
Renowned Catholic Scholar Robert Royal Urges Class of 2020 to Embrace the Soul of Their Liberal Arts Education
After a year of waiting due to gathering restrictions imposed by the Commonwealth, Assumption recognized the Class of 2020 during a combined Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 15, at the DCU Center in downtown Worcester. The Class of 2020, who received their diplomas...
- May 12, 2021
- Office of Communications
Members of the Class of 2021 Recognized for Exceptional Leadership and Service with Prestigious Crown & Shield Award
In recognition of their commitment to service, 19 members of the Class of 2021 were awarded the prestigious Crown & Shield Award, which honors students who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and service during their four years at Assumption. Students were honored during a virtual ceremony ...
- May 09, 2021
- Office of Communications
Pulitzer Prize-winning Washington Post Columnist George F. Will Delivers “Last Lecture” to Assumption Class of 2021
Pulitzer Prize-winning and nationally syndicated Washington Post columnist George F. Will, Ph.D., delivered what he called the “last Assumption lecture for which you will be a captive audience” to the Class of 2021 graduates during the University’s 104th Commencement exercises on Sunday, May 9...
- May 04, 2021
- Office of Communications
Students Present Academic Research During Annual Undergraduate Symposium
Thirty-eight Assumption students presented their original academic research projects during the 27th Annual Undergraduate Symposium, which was held virtually on April 19. The University’s Annual Undergraduate Symposium showcases the academic research and scholarly achievemen...
- May 04, 2021
- Office of Communications
Global Studies Major Sophia Sawtelle ’21 Recognized with Award in Economics
Sophia Sawtelle ’21 was named the recipient of the 31st Annual George A. Doyle Merit Award for Excellence in Economics or Global Studies. Sawtelle, of Haverhill, is a global studies major with minors in economics and political science. The George A. Doyle Merit Award is given annually to ...
- May 04, 2021
- Office of Communications
Assumption Announces Hannah White and Maeve McDonald as Class of 2021 Valedictorian, Salutatorian
Assumption University is pleased to announce the valedictorian and salutatorian of the Class of 2021. Hannah White ’21, of Tamuning, Guam, and Maeve McDonald ’21, of Quincy, will address their classmates as valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively, during Assumption’s 104th Commencement on...
