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Feature Stories, Spring 2018

Benchmarks: Innovation in Science Education

Benchmarks: Innovation in Science Education

At Assumption, the opportunities for science students are infinite. There are many open doors to graduates because of the amount of preparation that is brought to Assumption. At Assumption, professors are transforming science education, with a departure from traditional lectures to learning techniques such as the “flipped classroom.”

Alumni Giving Spotlight, Spring 2018

Professor Emeritus Paul J. Mahon, Ph.D. ’66

Professor Emeritus Paul J. Mahon, Ph.D. ’66

While reading a letter from a classmate that outlined how alumni could support the institution at their 50th Reunion in 2016, Assumption professor Emeritus Mahon realized he never shared the legacy he planned to leave his alma mater. He took action, listing the institution as a partial beneficiary on his IRA.

Feature Stories, Spring 2018

Andy McKenzie Hired as Assumption Football Head Coach

Andy McKenzie Hired as Assumption Football Head Coach

In February of 2018, Andy McKenzie was named the 10th head coach of the Assumption Football team, bringing with him more than 20 years of collegiate coaching and playing experience. McKenzie most recently coached at The College of the Holy Cross from 2008 to 2015.

Feature Stories, Spring 2018

Scott Simonson makes his first NFL catch as a member of the Carolina Panthers. (Photo courtesy of the Carolina Panthers)

Former Assumption Football Players Turn Pro, Another to Play for Division I LSU

Carolina Panthers tight end Scott Simonson of Red Bank, NJ, was the first former Greyhound to play in the National Football League (NFL). Meanwhile, Zach Triner ’14 has been signed to an NFL practice squad and Cole Tracy ’18 is headed to Division 1 LSU.