Campus News

From the President, Summer 2019

Assumption President Francesco C. Cesareo, Ph.D., addresses  the College community during the groundbreaking of the new Health Sciences building in May.

Celebrating the Past, Looking Toward the Future

Despite the challenges facing higher education, Assumption continues to evolve and celebrate watershed moments in its storied 115-year history. This edition of Assumption Magazine shares a number of examples of the institution’s innovative approach to those challenges, but it also explores a critical turning point in our rich history.

Summer 2019, This Is Us

This Is Us: Compassionate Service

This Is Us: Compassionate Service

In each issue of Assumption Magazine, the This Is Us feature is used to highlight aspects of the Assumption experience that makes it unique, including the success of academics, student life, or athletics. In this issue, take a look at how Assumption and its students make a difference in the community through community service, service-learning courses, and internships. 

Campus News, Summer 2019

NSF Grant to Train Mathematics Teachers

NSF Grant to Train Mathematics Teachers

Professors Jessica de la Cruz and Joseph Alfano have secured a $118,315 National Science Foundation grant to address a shortage of mathematics teachers in the state of Massachusetts. Both will work with 20 first- and second-year undergraduate students interested in STEM or undeclared to promote mathematics and education dual major.

Campus News, Summer 2019

Assumption Earns “Military Friendly” Designation

Assumption Earns “Military Friendly” Designation

Assumption has been recognized for its commitment to provide Veterans with a higher quality education after new Veterans’ initiatives were introduced. The institution offers customized academic counseling and support, a peer-to-peer Veteran mentoring program and much more. The Veterans Success Committee ensures students have a voice on campus while supporting one another.