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- 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...
- May 18, 2020
- Office of Communications
Assumption Scholars Recognized for Excellence with Academic Honors
Assumption is honoring 80 students recognized with departmental honors, special awards, and Augustine Scholarships, academic awards for those who excel in their field of study. Each spring, an Honors Convocation recognizes those students who have received one of the aforementioned academic awards...
- May 18, 2020
- Office of Communications
Prof. Pica-Smith Publishes Book on Intercultural Education
Cinzia Pica-Smith, Ed.D., associate professor of Human Services & Rehabilitation Studies and coordinator of the Working with Children & Adolescents in Community Settings Concentration, had her second book published in April. The book, Intercultural Education: Critical Perspectives, ...
- May 18, 2020
- Office of Communications
National Podcast Features Assumption’s ABA Director
Karen Lionello-DeNolf, Ph.D., assistant professor of psychology and director of Assumption’s Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program, recently appeared on the Operant Innovations podcast to discuss the undergraduate and graduate ABA programs at Assumption. Operant Innovations is an organization...
- May 11, 2020
Assumption Honors ‘Resilient’ Class of 2020 with Online Conferral of Degrees Ceremony
On Sunday, May 10, the day on which the Class of 2020 was originally scheduled to receive their degrees at the 103rd Commencement, Assumption took a moment to celebrate the candidates for graduation and their years of hard work. President Francesco Cesareo, Ph.D., was joined by Provost and Aca...
- May 11, 2020
- Office of Communications
Prof. Briel Publishes Book on Greek Orthodox Theologian Scholarios
Assumption College Assistant Professor of Theology Matthew C. Briel, Ph.D., has published a new book about 15th century Greek Orthodox theologian Gennadios Scholarios. Prof. Briel’s book, A Greek Thomist: Providence in Gennadios Scholarios (Notre Dame Press), is the first theological stud...
