In This Issue

Campus News, Winter 2019

Responding to Market Demand, Assumption Announces Nursing Degree Program

Responding to Market Demand, Assumption Announces Nursing Degree Program

Assumption has received Initial Approval Status from the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing and the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) for a new direct-admission Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) that will prepare students to practice high-quality, patient-centered professional nursing care.

On Course, Winter 2019

Mary Cepeda ’19 interviews Natalie Maynard as part of her Worcester Women’s Oral  History Project assignment.

Exploring Perspectives on Women in America

Each fall, students enrolled in the introductory Women’s Studies course explore the challenges facing women in American culture. Through a collaboration with the Worcester Women’s Oral History Project, students conduct oral history interviews with local women, while enhancing their critical thinking, writing, and speaking skills.

Campus News, Winter 2019

From L to R: Todd Derdarian, James Lang, Ph.D., Stephanie McCaffrey, and Preisdent Cesareo.

Faculty and Staff Excellence Recognized at Annual Convocation

On September 24, Assumption held its annual Convocation in which three faculty and staff members were honored for their service and dedication to the institution. Recipients were Todd Derderian, director of Business Services, James Lang, professor of English and director, and Stephanie McCaffrey, associate director of Campus Ministry.

Campus News, Winter 2019

Center for Neuroscience Provides Students Enhanced Research Opportunities

Center for Neuroscience Provides Students Enhanced Research Opportunities

The start of the 2018-2019 academic year marked the opening of the institution’s new Center for Neuroscience, one of a few of its kind in Massachusetts. The Center for Neuroscience provides opportunity for students to conduct research, learn of novel neuroscience discovers, and overall expand their knowledge.