News
- Mar 29, 2021
- Lily O’Connor ‘21
Assumption’s Clinical Counseling Psychology Program Receives Extended Accreditation
Assumption University’s Clinical Counseling Psychology graduate program has received an extended accreditation from the Masters in Psychology and Counseling Accreditation Council (MPCAC). The program, which received an initial two-year accreditation in December 2018, is now accredited through Dece...
- Mar 22, 2021
- Office of Communications
Assumption Professor, Graduates Address Youth Mental Health
It has been a year since the pandemic forced businesses to a halt and required Americans to isolate. Mental health concerns have come to the forefront as cases of severe depression, anxiety, and suicide have increased. Of particular concern is the mental health of children. Assumption Profe...
- Mar 18, 2021
- Lily O’Connor ‘21
Connecting Through Music: AU Students, Worcester Children’s Chorus Collaboration Connects Generations of Performers
The Assumption University Chorale and Worcester Children’s Chorus (WCC) have found a unique way to collaborate to continue their shared passion of the performing arts. During the pandemic, the two groups have connected virtually to create a new original performance, providing students of different...
- Mar 17, 2021
- Office of Communications
How the Pandemic Left Behind the Other ‘Essential’ Workers
Throughout the pandemic, many occupations have been deemed ‘essential’ to the economy, such as medical professionals, manufacturers, grocery stores, and other retailers. But what does it really mean to be deemed an essential worker, particularly when it comes to economic security? Assumption Eco...
- Mar 15, 2021
- By Sarah Connell Sanders
Assumption Welcomes Worcester’s Seniors to WISE Up
The following article appeared in the Winter 2021 issue of The Chamber Exchange newsletter, a quarterly publication of the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce. WORCESTER - The Worcester Institute for Senior Education (WISE) hosted by Assumption University makes it easy for lifelong learn...
- Mar 10, 2021
8 Questions with the Dean of the Froelich School of Nursing
Q1. Why should someone consider studying nursing in 2021? I truly believe nursing is one of the best professions you can choose today. There is so much you can do with a nursing degree. And right now, you can see day after day that nurses are an essential part of the workforce keeping patients al...
- Mar 10, 2021
- Joel Rosario ’24
Prof. Vaughan: The Common Good Would Benefit from More Self-Interest
America is more politically divided than ever, not just in the United States Congress, but the country as a whole fractured by differing political views according to Assumption Political Science Professor Geoffrey Vaughan, D.Phil. He explores this divide and how the United States might be able to re...
- Mar 06, 2021
Exploring ‘Scent Work,’ a Sophisticated Application of Learning Theory
Throughout the pandemic, Assumption faculty have developed innovative teaching strategies to engage students. Prof. Amy Cirillo, Ph.D., assistant professor of psychology, is adapting another unique method in her General Psychology class, examining scent work training for canines. “S...
- Mar 05, 2021
Assumption's Instant Decision Days: Sign-up Today!
Assumption University is launching a new program to help high school seniors whose college search has been delayed or interrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The virtual Instant Decision Days offer high school seniors the opportunity to meet virtually with an admissions counselor and receive ...
- Mar 03, 2021
- Office of Communications
Assumption Artists Lauded by Arts Worcester
Students, Alumni Represent Three of the Top Five Awardees in Annual College Exhibition Competing against other intuitions of higher learning in Worcester, the submissions of two Assumption alumni and one student were recognized among the top five awardees in the 17th Annual Arts Worcester College...
- Mar 01, 2021
- Office of Communications
Cybersecurity Program Challenges Students to “Hack” Wireless Network
Assumption teach students cybersecurity techniques and raise awareness In an effort to boost high school student awareness, interest, and instructional effectiveness of cybersecurity techniques, Assumption University Professor and Director of the University's Center for Cybersecurity Raymond Albe...
- Feb 22, 2021
- Isabella DeScenza '21
Assumption Achieves ‘Military Friendly School’ Status for a Third Year
In recognition of several programs to serve the unique needs of Veterans, active military, and their families, Assumption University has been named a Military Friendly® School for the third consecutive year. As a certified Yellow Ribbon School, Assumption honors students who have served in the U.S....
- Feb 16, 2021
- Office of Communications
Assumption Students Training as Contact Tracers to Assist Worcester in Pandemic Response
In an effort to bring real-world experience into the classroom and assist the City of Worcester in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, several Assumption students are spending the spring semester training to become contact tracers. In their upper-level biology course, Infectious and Epidemic ...
- Feb 16, 2021
- Office of Communications
Prof. Cavanagh: Engaging Students in Learning Amid a Pandemic
Assumption Psychology Professor Sarah Rose Cavanagh, Ph.D., is an advocate for infusing emotion in the classroom, in both teaching and learning, as a way to help students manage their anxieties, boredom, and frustrations, especially during the pandemic. In her recent column, How to Play in the Colle...
- Feb 10, 2021
- Lily O’Connor ’21
Assumption, Railers Join to Support Frontline Workers
In an effort to recognize those in the community who continue to serve the needs of others during the COVID-19 pandemic, Assumption University has teamed up with the Worcester Railers Hockey Club to support Food For Frontliners, an initiative launched by the team to donate fresh meals to frontline w...
- Feb 06, 2021
- Office of Communications
From Undrafted to Super Bowl LV: The Inspiring Story of Zach Triner '15
After graduating from Assumption, Zach Triner ’15 moved across the country to San Diego, where he lived in his Jeep Wrangler in the parking lot of former NFL kicker John Carney’s training facility. Triner, undrafted and hoping to make it to the National Football League (NFL) – a dream he’d h...
- Feb 05, 2021
- Joel Rosario ’24
Assumption’s Rehabilitation Counseling Program Ranked Among the Best in the Nation
Assumption University has been recognized as one of Intelligent’s Top 32 Master’s in Addictions and Recovery Degree Programs in the nation. Assumption was ranked 20th in the country for its Master’s in Rehabilitation Counseling degree program. Intelligent also included it in the top 25 Best On...
- Feb 04, 2021
- Caitlin Sze ’24 and Joel Rosario ’24
Assumption’s Counseling Program Ranked Top 50 in Country
Assumption University’s clinical counseling degree program has been ranked among the country’s best counseling degree programs by the ranking organization Intelligent. The organization, which ranked Assumption 28 on its list, recognized the University as the Best Catholic University, and h...
- Feb 03, 2021
- Caitlin Sze ’24
Assumption Ranked a Top Institution in Massachusetts
Assumption University has been named one of the Top 50 Schools in Massachusetts, according to the ranking organization Intelligent. In addition to its strong academic programs and faculty, the institution was highlighted in particular for its community service, earning the “Best for Community Serv...
- Feb 02, 2021
- Office of Communications
Terrence Sheehan, M.D. ’86, P’23: A Leader in COVID-19 Response
Last spring, when the COVID-19 pandemic was surging across the United States, healthcare workers everywhere stepped up in meaningful ways to combat the spread. Terrence Sheehan, M.D. ’86, P’23 was one of those many health workers who took on extra hours and tasks to respond to the pandemic. ...
- Jan 22, 2021
- Office of Communications
Virtual Museum Aims to Change Perceptions and Raises Awareness of Mental Health Issues
During the COVID-19 pandemic, concerns regarding mental health and raising awareness of such increased exponentially throughout the United States. To address these exacerbating concerns, Professor Paul Piwko, MBA, and Alexandra Orlandi ’19 incorporated the National Museum of Mental Health Project ...
- Jan 20, 2021
- Joel Rosario ’24
Assumption Students Provide Holiday Cheer for Local Children in Need
With millions suffering from the COVID-19 pandemic, the holiday season presented greater hardships for those who rely on the support from charitable nonprofit organizations. Knowing the impact the pandemic has taken on the local community, and the inability of nonprofits to hold their annual fundrai...
- Jan 15, 2021
- Office of Communications
Amid Challenges of Pandemic, Assumption Students Excel Academically
Assumption University has announced those students named to the University’s Dean’s List for the fall 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 an...
- Dec 31, 2020
- Office of Communications
Students, Alumni Engage in Lifelong Learning through CTEQ Symposium
A cornerstone of Assumption’s Catholic liberal education is imparting upon students and alumni with the tools and opportunities for lifelong learning. As such, the University’s Core Texts and Enduring Questions (CTEQ) Program—a unique and intellectually rich interdisciplinary Great Books progr...
