News
- Aug 08, 2019
- Office of Communications
ASACCU Recognizes Innovative Assumption’s Program to Assist RAs in Developing Mission-based Programming
The Association of Student Affairs at Catholic Colleges and Universities (ASACCU) has awarded Assumption’s Office of Residential Life with a mission integration award for its efforts to infuse the institution’s Catholic identity into student affairs programming. “At the direction of Preside...
- Aug 07, 2019
- Office of Communications
Assumption Announces Head Coach for Women’s Swimming and Diving Team
Assumption is pleased to announce the Richard “Doc” Ludemann as the head coach of the Women’s Swimming and Diving Team. Coach Ludemann has 30 years of competitive swim coaching experience that includes 16 years with Division 1 college varsity teams. Read More ...
- Aug 07, 2019
- Office of Communications
Hound of the Week: Jennifer Beardsley '21
Congratulations to our next Hound of the Week, Jennifer Beardsley ’21! Jenny is an organizational communications major with a minor in sport management from Essex, Massachusetts. Jenny is currently an intern office manager for the “You Can Do The Rubik’s Cube”, in her hometown. In addition, ...
- Aug 06, 2019
- Office of Communications
Assumption Named to The Princeton Review’s “Best 385 Colleges” List
Assumption is one of the nation's best institutions, according to The Princeton Review. The education services company profiles and recommends Assumption in the 2020 edition of its annual college guide, The Best 385 Colleges. In its profile on Assumption, The Princeton Review praises t...
- Aug 06, 2019
- Office of Communications
Travel Tuesday: Lily O'Connor '21
Traveling abroad has always been a priority for Lily O’Connor ‘21. A double major in Spanish and English, Lily has the desire to improve upon her Spanish speaking abilities, therefore, she decided to immerse herself in the culture of Granada, Spain this summer. Lily has made herself a home ...
- Aug 02, 2019
- Office of Communications
Sweeney Named First Head Women’s Ice Hockey Coach
Interim Director of Athletics Christine Lowthert has announced the hiring of Jack Sweeney as the head coach of Assumption’s Women’s Ice Hockey program. Sweeney, a seasoned hockey professional with more than 24 years of experience, including a board position of the national governing body of USA ...
- Jul 31, 2019
Worcester Economy Turns In Weak Second Quarter
The greater Worcester economy decreased at a 0.9 percent annualized rate during the second quarter of 2019 according to the latest update of the Worcester Economic Index (WEI). The WEI, which is included in the Worcester Economic Indicators report released each quarter by Assumption University Pro...
- Jul 31, 2019
Assumption Names Lowthert Interim Director of Athletics
The Assumption Department of Athletics today announced that Christine Lowthert, senior associate athletic director, has been named interim director of athletics. Lowthert began her service at Assumption in 2014 as associate athletic director/compliance coordinator and senior woman administra...
- Jul 30, 2019
- Office of Communications
Assumption’s Lacrosse Coach Named Div. II Women’s Coach of the Year
Assumption Women’s Lacrosse Head Coach Abbey Capobianco-Simone has been named the Division II Women’s Lacrosse Coach of the Year by the New England Lacrosse Journal. In her 10th season as head coach, Coach Capobianco Simone led the Hounds to one of the best seasons in Assumption’...
- Jul 29, 2019
- Office of Communications
Assumption Named a 2019-20 College of Distinction
Assumption has been recognized as a 2019-20 College of Distinction for providing students with “a personalized education catered to students’ interests,” according to the organization. Assumption is just one of three institutions in the city of Worcester, and one of 14 in Massachuset...
- Jul 29, 2019
- Office of Communications
Richardson ’19, PawSox Intern, Featured in The Sun Chronicle
Assumption alumnus Alex Richardson ’19 was recently featured in Attleboro’s The Sun Chronicle where he discussed his internship with the Pawtucket Red Sox and the impact it will have on his career in baseball. Richardson is one of several Assumption students and alumni who have had inte...
- Jul 29, 2019
- Office of Communications
Hound of the Week: Alexandra Cabral '20
Congratulations to our next Hound of the Week, Alexandra Cabral ‘20. Ally, a biotechnology major from Beverly, MA just completed biochemistry summer research this summer with Professor Marcotte. Ally is not only an organic chemistry and math tutor, but is also Assumption’s club volleyball captai...
- Jul 24, 2019
- Office of Communications
Assumption’s CTEQ Program Achieves Charter Member Status by American Academy for Liberal Education
Assumption’s Fortin-Gonthier Core Texts & Enduring Questions (CTEQ) program has been selected for membership as a Charter Member by the American Academy for Liberal Education (AALE). According to the Academy, its mission is to promote excellence in liberal education by providing recognition of...
- Jul 22, 2019
- Office of Communications
Assumption Professor’s Research Featured on NPR
Professor Cinzia Pica-Smith in Assumption’s Department of Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies and author of Social Justice Education in European Multi-Ethnic Schools: Addressing the Goals of Intercultural Education, of was recently featured on National Public Radio discussing the importance ...
- Jul 18, 2019
- Office of Communications
Hound of the Week: Owen Peterson '20
Congratulations to our next Hound of the Week, Owen Peterson ‘20! A New York native, Owen is an accounting major with a minor in graphic design and a member of Assumption’s Lacrosse team. He works in the post office throughout the academic year and has the great opportunity of being a...
- Jul 18, 2019
- Office of Communications
Travel Tuesday: Abigail Harkins '20
Abby Harkins ‘20, decided to spend a part of her summer abroad in Spain. A human services major with a concentration in communication sciences, Abby is also a member of Assumption’s soccer team which drew her to Spain because of their passion for the sport. Immersing herself in their culture and...
- Jul 17, 2019
- Office of Communications
Brendan Desautels ‘21
Congratulations to our next Hound of the Week, Brendan Desautels ‘21! A management major from Holden MA, Brendan is a member of Assumption’s baseball team, SAAC, Team Impact Campus Fellowship and is a Light the Way Scholar. This summer, Brendan is experiencing life on the West Coast as he i...
- Jul 16, 2019
- Office of Communications
Travel Tuesday: Nikolas Reygadas '22
Nikolas Reygadas ‘22, a double major in accounting and management has studied abroad this summer in Monaco. Being bilingual made it easier for Nikolas to interact with more people from all over the world. The beautiful views were one of his favorite parts alongside the opportunity to build his net...
- Jul 16, 2019
- Office of Communications
Provost Weiner interviewed by WBZ on partisanship and the upcoming election
Greg Weiner, Ph.D., provost and associate professor of political science recently sat down for an extensive interview with WBZ, CBS Boston’s Jon Keller on how extreme partisanship could influence the 2020 presidential election. The interview may be viewed on the CBS Boston website. Prof. Wei...
- Jul 10, 2019
- Office of Communications
Hound of the Week: Victoria Torres '20
Congratulations to our Hound of the Week, Victoria Torres ‘20, a double major in Political Science and Philosophy from Orlando, Florida. Victoria is highly involved on campus from participating in the chorale, Hound Sound and Assumption’s most recent musical, to being a Resident Assistant a...
- Jul 09, 2019
- Office of Communications
Travel Tuesday: John Fine-Lease '20 & Devan Sheth '22
John Fine-Lease ’20 and Devan Sheth ’22 traveled to Arnes, Norway with Assumption Assistant Coach for the Ice Hockey team, Paul Jenkins. This summer trip abroad entailed assisting in coaching a youth hockey camp for kids ages 7-15 while learning the different playing styles and methods the Europ...
- Jul 03, 2019
- Office of Communications
Hound of the Week: Brianna Rondeau '20
Congratulations to our next Hound of the Week, Brianna Rondeau ’20! A double major in psychology and sociology from Milford, MA, Brianna is actively involved in many groups on and off campus including serving as VP of the Psi Chi International Honor Society, being a psychology summer research fell...
- Jul 02, 2019
- Office of Communications
Travel Tuesday: Renee Danielle Leavitt '20
Renee Danielle Leavitt ‘20, a political science & theology major spent her spring 2019 semester studying abroad in Ireland through Assumption's study abroad program. “Being in Ireland really gave me a sense of community. I made some lifelong friends, had experiences abroad that I’ll never ...
- Jul 01, 2019
- Office of Communications
Happy 4th of July!
In observance of the 4th of July holiday, Assumption wishes to thank, honor and remember military service members and Veterans who have fought and continue to fight for our country’s freedom. ...
