Archive of Press Releases 2001-2002

Assumption College Announces Board Members
June, 2002—At its recent Annual Meeting, the Assumption College Board of Trustees reelected the following board members, each for a three-year term ending…

Assumption College to Hold "Topping Off" Ceremony
June, 2002—Assumption College will hold a “topping off ceremony” to commemorate the raising of the final construction beam of the College’s new $18 million science and technology center. The red-white-and blue beam will be raised in a ceremony on at Tuesday, July 2, 2002 at the construction site.

Assumption College Announces Three Fulbright Award Recipients
May, 2002—Assumption College is proud to announce that three students have been awarded Fulbright scholarships for the 2002-2003 Academic year. Seniors Audrey Anton, Mia Chabot, and Erin Toohill have each been rewarded for their academic successes at Assumption College with the opportunity to do a research project overseas.

The Legal and Ethical Issues of Dying to Be Discussed at Assumption College (Private Lecture)
May, 2002—Rev. John J. Paris, S.J., the Michael P. Walsh Professor of Bioethics, Boston College, will deliver the distinguished Assumption College President’s Council Lecture on Wednesday, May 8, 2002 at 6:00 p.m. in Hagan Campus Center Hall on the campus of the College. The topic of the lecture is "End of Life Care: Ethical and Legal Issues."

Assumption College Completes Largest Bond Offering in its History
May, 2002—Assumption College officials announced today that the largest public bond offering in the College’s history has been completed with the issuing of $47,005,000 in thirty year Variable Rate Demand Revenue Bonds through the Massachusetts Development Finance Agency.

Assumption College to receive Thermal Cycler Gene Mapping Technology gives Students Practical Skills
April, 2002—Assumption College will be the fortunate recipient of a 0.5 mL GeneAmp®PCR System 9700 Thermal Cycler from Applied Biosystems of Framingham when the machine is formally presented to the College on Thursday, April 25, 2002 at 2:30 p.m. The 9700 Thermal Cycler is used in genetic mapping and the duplication of DNA.

Assumption College Announces New Vice President
April, 2002—President Thomas R. Plough announced to the Assumption College community today the appointment of Dr. Catherine WoodBrooks as the Vice President for Student Life. Dr. WoodBrooks is currently the Dean of Student Life at Connecticut College in New London, Connecticut. She holds a Ph.D. in Higher Education/Student Affairs from Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio.

Assumption College Hosts Open House on Sunday
April, 2002—Assumption College will host their annual Open House, meant for prospective students who have been accepted for the incoming Fall 2002 freshman class, on Sunday, April 7, 2002.

Dining Etiquette to Be Focus of Workshop at Assumption College
April, 2002—Assumption’s own Mrs. Manners will be presenting her ever-popular dining etiquette program on Thursday, April 11, 2002 at 6:15 p.m. Carol McGuiggan, co-director of career services in the Student Development Center at Assumption College , has become the area’s foremost expert in matters of etiquette, often lecturing at high schools, colleges, and professional organizations all over Massachusetts. This week, she will deliver one of her more popular programs, "Professional Business and Dining Etiquette" to interested members of the College’s senior class.

"Pope Pius XII and the Jews" Lecture Sponsored by the Ecumenical Institute at Assumption College
April, 2002—The Ecumenical Institute at Assumption College will present the annual Rabbi Klein lecture on Wednesday, April 17, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. The lecture will be delivered by Rabbi David Dalin of the Jewish Theological Seminary and is titled, "Pius XII and the Jews." The topic is based on an essay Rabbi Dalin wrote which argues that the "wartime Pontiff did far more to rescue Jews during the Holocaust than any other ‘Righteous Gentile’ recognized by the state of Israel, including Raoul Wallenberg and Oskar Schindler.

Assumption College Partners with New York's Columbia University Biosphere 2 Center
April, 2002—Assumption students gain opportunity to complement their courses with immersive programs at Biosphere 2 Center --
TUCSON, AZ – Assumption College, a Catholic liberal arts and sciences college located in Worcester, MA., is the latest institution to partner with Columbia University’s Biosphere 2 Center, it was announced today.

Dr. Russell Quaglia, Nationally Renowned Education Speaker,
named as Commencement Speaker
April, 2002—Dr. Russell Quaglia, nationally renowned education speaker and Director of the National Center for Student Aspirations at the University of Maine in Orono, has been chosen to deliver ’s 85th Commencement Address on Saturday, May 25, 2002.

Gessner, de Gramont, and Watson Reading
April, 2002—The HUMANARTS program presents writers David Gessner, Nina de Gramont and Brad Watson to give readings on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 at 7:00 pm in the Salon of La Maison Francaise.

"License or Liberty?" Lecture by Prof. David Lowenthal
April, 2002—The Ecumenical Institute presents the St. Thomas More lecture, "License or Liberty? The Real Meaning of the First Amendment," delivered by professor David Lowenthal on Thursday, April 11, 2002, at 7:00 pm in the Salon of La Maison Francaise.

Blue Funk and Tomo Fujita
April, 2002—HUMANARTS presents Blue Funk with Tomo Fujita in concert, Thursday, April 11, 2002, at 8:00 pm in the Hagan Campus Center Hall.

Hudgins and McGraw Reading
April, 2002—The HUMANARTS program presents the husband and wife literary duo of Andrew Hudgins, poet, and Erin McGraw, writer, 7:00 pm in the Salon of La Maison Francaise.

UTC Lecture: "When a Road Runs Through It"
April, 2002—The University Transportation Center (UTC) at Assumption College will sponsor a panel discussion on highway planning called “When a Road Runs Through It: Building Highways to Enhance Community Life,” at 6:30 pm in the Auditorium of La Maison Francaise.

Augustinians of the Assumption Purchase Catholic Digets, Now the Largest Catholic Publisher in the United States
March, 2002— For over a century and a half the Augustinians of the Assumption, founders of Assumption College (Worcester, MA), have had a publishing presence in France through their wholly-owned publishing company, Bayard. Recently, Bayard has increased its presence in the North American Catholic media market with three acquisitions, most notably the purchase of Catholic Digest, the largest paid–circulation Catholic magazine in the United States. The acquisition of Catholic Digest brings Bayard into almost half a million homes in North America each month.

91 Easter Baskets to Be Delivered to Four Area Shelters
March, 2002— faculty, staff and students have chosen to play Easter Bunny to area children this year. Members of the community were invited to donate a basket with $10 worth of "stuff," to area children in shelters. Over 70 people stepped up to the challenge and donated 91 baskets. These baskets will be delivered to four area shelters so the children they serve may experience the joy of receiving something from the Easter Bunny.

Assumption College to Hold a Mock Trial
March, 2002—The Center for Continuing Education at Assumption College will be holding a mock trial on Monday, March 25, 2002 at 6:30 pm in the Auditorium of La Maison Francaise.

Women's History Month Film Discussion at Assumption
March, 2002—The Women’s Studies Committee at Assumption College will sponsor a discussion of the film “A Place Called Home” on Thursday, March 21 at 4:00 pm in the Salon of La Maison Fraincaise as part of Women’s History Month.

New d’Alzon Arts Exhibit
March, 2002—The d’Alzon Arts Series at Assumption College announces the opening of the Marie Poisson exhibit, “ Works in Various Media,” which runs from March 18-April 19 in the d’Alzon library.

Beck Institute Lecture
March, 2002—The Beck Institute presents Dr. Lisa M. Najavitis, Ph. D. to give a lecture entitled, “CBT for PTSD and Substance Abuse in Women,” on March 22 at 12:30 p.m. in the Salon of La Maison Francaise.

Assumption College to Hold a Mock Trial
March, 2002—The Center for Continuing Education at Assumption College will be holding a mock trial on Monday, March 25, 2002 at 6:30 pm in the Auditorium of La Maison Francaise.

Parents Offer Advice for Job Hunting Students
March, 2002—As a student, you may not take advice from your own parents, but would you be willing to listen to someone else’s? is betting that you will as it takes a unique approach to help their students become better acquainted with the realities of the working world by offering career advice from parents.

Relationship Lecture at Assumption College
March, 2002—The office of Student Activities presents a lecture by Katie Koestner entitled “Yes, No.”

Assumption College to Present Latin American Studies Lecture
March, 2002—The Latin American Studies program at Assumption College will present the lecture “The Malinche Paradigm: Performing Gender and Ethnicity in Mexican Culture," by Professor Sandra Messinger Cypess.

Poetry Reading at Assumption College
March, 2002—The d’Alzon Arts Series presents poet James Beschta and student poets from The Phoenix, Assumption’s student literary journal. Beschta is a 1972 graduate of Assumption who teaches English and Writing at Quabbin High School in Barre and at the Worcester Art Museum. He has won several poetry prizes including the Promethean Lamp Poetry Award and he is the co-author of the anthology, Bone Cages.

HUMANARTS Presents Organist Brett Maguire
March, 2002—The HUMANARTS program presents organist Brett Maguire to give a concert at 7:00 p.m., in the Chapel of the Holy Spirit. Maguire is a senior organ scholar at the College of the Holy Cross. He has performed in the Schlesswig-Holstien Musik Festival in Germany.

MBA Open House
March, 2002—The MBA program at Assumption College will have an Open House on Wednesday, March 13, 20002 at 5:00 p.m., in the Salon of La Maison Francaise.

Assumption College to Present Inaugural Milleret Lecture
March, 2002—Professor Yvonne Yazbeck Haddad from the Center for Muslim-Christian Understanding at Georgetown University will deliver the inaugural Milleret Lecture, “The Challenge of Islam in the United States,” on Thursday, March 14 at 7:00 p.m. in Hagan Campus Center Hall.

Lecture on War and Terrorism at Assumption College
February, 2000—Fr. Tom Massaro, S.J. will present a lecture titled "Just War Theory and the War on Terrorism: Applying Catholic Social Teaching," on Tuesday, February 26, 2002 at 7:30 p.m. in the Salon of La Maison Francaise.

Local Poets to Read at Assumption College
February, 2002—Poets Adria Bernardi and Terry Farish will read their poetry as part of Assumption College’s Spring d’Alzon Arts Series on Friday, February 15, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. in the d’Alzon Library.

Abby's House Lecture by Annette Rafferty at Assumption College
February, 2002—Anne Rafferty, founder of Abby’s House, will give a lecture called “Wearing Smooth the Path: The First 25 Years at Abby’s House” on Thursday, February 14, 2002 in the Salon of La Maison at Assumption College.

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Schizophrenia Workshop at AssumptionFebruary, 2002—Daniel Beck will present a workshop on the basics of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy theory and its applications to the treatment of schizophrenia on Friday, February 15, 2002 at 12:30 p.m., in the Salon of La Maison at Assumption College.

First Steps: Career Renewal Workshops at The Corporate Education Center of Assumption College
February, 2002—The Corporate Education Center at Assumption College is holding a series of Career Renewal Workshops for career changers/seekers in February. Career Assessment: The First Step (2 sessions/$150) will be held on Thursday, February 7 & 28 at 6:00 p.m., and includes the Strong Interest Inventory in addition to career counseling sessions.

Career Renewal Workshops at The Corporate Education Center of Assumption College
February, 2002—The Corporate Education Center at Assumption College is holding a series of Career Renewal Workshops for career changers/seekers in February. Recharge Your Resume: Getting to the Interview ($75) will be held on Thursday, February 14 at 6:00 p.m., and includes job-search letter strategies and guidelines.

Assumption College and Jewish Family Services to Hold Family Fun Day
February, 2002—Assumption College will host a Family Fun Day on Saturday, January 19, 2002 for members of the Jewish Family Services/Metrowest’s (JFS/MW) adoption families. The event will take place in the Plourde Recreation Center from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and will include swimming, soccer, toddler aerobics, pizza, board games, and a pajama party.

Art Exhibit Opening at Assumption College
February, 2002—Assumption College will hold the opening reception for “Taking Stock,” an exhibit of the recent works and drawings of Nancy Flanagan on Tuesday, January 29, at 4:00 p.m. The exhibit will run until February 15 and is part of Assumption College’s Spring d’Alzon Arts Series.

Panel Discussion on Racial and Ethnic Diversity at Assumption College
February, 2002—Assumption College will present a panel discussion, chaired by Carlton Watson, Executive Director of the Henry Lee Willis Community Center, entitled "Racial and Ethnic Issues in Greater Worcester," on Wednesday, February 6, 2002 at 3:00 p.m. in the Hagan Center Hall.

"Emerging Patterns of Race and Ethnicity in 21st Century America" lecture at Assumption College
January, 2000—Assumption College is pleased to present "Emerging Patterns of Race and Ethnicity in 21st Century America," a lecture by Dr. Orlando Patterson, on Monday, February 4, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. in the Hagan Campus Center Hall.

Assumption No. 1 in Both Regional Polls
January, 2002—The Assumption College men's and women's basketball teams find themselves both ranked in the top 25 nationally last week.

Assumption College Presents Gospel Choir Concert
January, 2002—Assumption College will kick off Black History Month with a concert by the New York City Housing Authority Gospel Choir on Friday, February 1, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of the Holy Spirit.

Assumption College Announces Third Accelerated Undergraduate/Graduate Program
December, 2001— Assumption College has just announced a new opportunity for undergraduate students to continue their studies at the College in pursuit of a Master's Degree. Under this Fifth Year Option Program, undergraduate seniors may now seek early admission to the Master of Arts in Special Education program. Students must have either a Concentration in Elementary or Secondary Education, or a major in one of the academic subjects of the liberal arts and sciences appropriate to Massachusetts teacher licensure at the 5-12 level. This program would allow students to earn a post baccalaureate degree a year earlier which could save them money in tuition costs.

College to Host a Middle School Science Olympiad
December, 2001—Assumption College’s Department of Natural Science will be hosting a middle school Science Olympiad on Saturday, December 1, 2001, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Kennedy Science Building on the Assumption College campus. There will be events in biology, chemistry, engineering, metrics, and fitness lead by members of the College community and the Science Olympiad organization.

"HIV and Company" Exhibit at Assumption College
November, 2001— College will present a multimedia exhibit titled "HIV and Company" as part of HIV/AIDS Awareness Week at the Hagan Campus Center Hall. The exhibit runs from 9:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Monday-Thursday, and 9:00 am until 12 noon on Friday, November 30.

WBZ Sports Reporter Bob Lobel to Speak at Assumption
November, 2001—WBZ-TV sports correspondent Bob Lobel will share his experience and his take on the Boston sports scene with Assumption students, faculty, and staff on Monday, November 12, 2001 at 12:30 p.m. in Hagan Campus Center Hall.

"Lessons from Abraham Lincoln" Lecture at Assumption College
November, 2001—Dr. David Lowenthal, a visiting professor of Political Science at Assumption College and the Emanuel d’Alzon chair will present a lecture titled: "Lessons from Abraham Lincoln," on Thursday, November 15, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. in the Salon of La Maison.

Lecture on Human Nature to be Held at Assumption College
November, 2001—On Thursday, November 8, 2001, Assumption College will present a lecture by Peter Augustine Lawler. As this year's Emmanuel d'Alzon Lecturer, Mr. Lawler will speak on the topic, "Does Human Nature Have a
Future?" He will be discussing issues of public concern as they deal with matters in the advancements in Natural Science. An example of such an issue is the ongoing debate on stem cell research.

ADHD Week is November 5 – 11 Assumption College Hosts ADHD Workshop
November, 2001—On Friday, November 9, 2001, will host a workshop titled "ADHD in Young Adults" as part of the Beck Institute for Cognitive Studies Fall Series on Child and Adolescent Behavior Problems.

Assumption College Theatre to Put on Play
October, 2001—The College Theatre will present its production of Howard Korder’s critically acclaimed play "Boys’ Life" November 11-13, 2001 in the auditorium of La Maison.

Sponsors Debate for District One City Councilors
October, 2001—The Democrats and Republicans are sponsoring a debate for the Worcester District One City Council race between incumbent Steve Patton (D) and challenger Jerry Horton (R). The event, which is open to the public, will be held on Thursday, November 1, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium of La Maison.

Assumption College Center for Transportation to Host Lecture
October, 2001—The Center for Transportation and Environmental Education at Assumption College will host a panel discussion titled, "When a Road Runs Through It: An Examination of the Impact of the Interstate Highway System on American Communities," on Tuesday, October 30, 2001 at 6:30 p.m.

Arun Gandhi to Speak at Assumption College
October, 2001—Dr. Arun Gandi, grandson of India’s legendary leader, Mohandas K. "Mahatma" Gandhi, will give a lecture entitled "Terrorism and Nonviolence" on Friday, November 2, 2001 at 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel of the Holy Spirit at Assumption College. The event is free and open to the public.

Halloween Trick-or-Treaters in Residence Halls at Assumption
October, 2001—On Sunday, October 28, 2001, Halloween will come early for the children of faculty, staff and administration at Assumption College. The students that live in the residence halls will be passing out candy in a safe, fun, and not so spooky environment.

Assumption College Athletes to Decorate Teddy Bears being sent to Victims of WTC Attack
October, 2001—Athletes will be on hand tomorrow night at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish (1295 Grafton Street, Worcester) to tie a ribbon and a poem on many of the hundreds of teddy bears they collected over the last two weeks.

Assumption College Director to Chair Panel at Statewide Conference
October, 2001—College Professor Emeritus Charles W. Estus Sr., Ph.D will chair a panel discussion at the statewide Bicycle and Pedestrian Conference titled "Moving Together," to be held at the Worcester Crown Plaza on October 24-25, 2001.

Little Buddies Halloween Party at Assumption College
October, 2001—The Assumption College Reach-Out Center will host a Halloween Party for the Little Buddies program on Saturday, October 27, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. in the Hagan Campus Center Hall.

Greek Art Lecture at Assumption College
October, 2001—Assumption College will present a slideshow and lecture entitled "Classical Greek Art: The Search for Perfection," on Thursday, October 4, 2001 at 6:30 p.m. The lecture will be delivered by John Murphey, professor of Art in the Center for Continuing and Professional Education at College.

Assumption College Announces Lecture
October, 2001—Rev. Karl P. Donfried will give this year’s Bishop Flanagan Lecture entitled: "Nurturing the Beloved Community: Ecumenism in a Time of Ambiguity," on Wednesday, October 10, 2001 at 7 p.m. at Assumption College’s Hagan Center Hall.

Assumption College to Present Beck Award
October, 2001—Dr. Russell A. Barkley will be presented with Assumption College’s Aaron T. Beck Award for Excellence in Clinical Research on Friday October 12, 2001, beginning at 12:30 p.m. Dr. Barkley will also lead a workshop and discussion at the event.

Worcester Houses Featured in Exhibit at Assumption College
October, 2001—On Tuesday, October 16, 2001, Arnold Edinberg, a Worcester native, will give the opening lecture titled "These Old Houses" for the second in the Emmanuel d’Alzon Library Art Exhibit series. Mr. Edinberg will discuss why he chose to paint a number of portraits of Worcester homes without the owner’s knowledge. Over 15 portraits of homes, including some from the Beeching Street, Pleasant Street, and Elm Park area will be on display. Owners of the properties have been notified that their homes will be featured in this exhibit.

Soprano, Pianist to Perform at Assumption College
September, 2001—As part of Assumption College’s HUMANARTS Series, soprano Jane Shivick and pianist Olga Rogach will perform on Saturday, September 29, 2001 in the Chapel of the Holy Spirit. The concert will feature selections from Giacomo Puccini's Madame Butterfly and Leonard Bernstein’s West Side Story.

Renowned Pianist to Perform at Assumption College
September, 2001—As part of College’s HUMANARTS Series, pianist Sergey Schepkin will perform on Saturday, September 22 at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of the Holy Spirit. Sergey Schepkin has been hailed by the American Record Guide as "The major Bach interpreter of his generation." His concert will feature selections from Bach, as well as Sergey Rachmaninoff, Claude Debussy, and Frederic Chopin.

Human Resources Workshops
September, 2001—The Corporate Education Center at Assumption College is holding a series of workshops for human resource professionals.

Assumption College to Host NEACAC College Fair
September, 2001—College will host a college fair for 230 schools on Wednesday, September 19 from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. and Thursday, September 20 from 9:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. in the Plourde Center.

Local Poets to Read at Assumption College
September, 2001—As part of College’s fall reading series, poets Stephen Campiglio and David Thoreen will read selections from their works on Friday, September 21 at 7 p.m. in the Emmanuel d'Alzon Library. Campiglio is a former editorial assistant at Assumption College and now teaches English at Holy Name High School in Worcester. He is a graduate of Worcester State College and has his Master's in education from Assumption. His poetry has appeared in various magazines, including The Literary Review, Northeast Corridor, and Asylum.

Assumption College Announces New Milleret Lecture
September, 2001—Assumption College announced today that the College's Ecumenical Institute has established a new annual lecture in honor of Blessed Marie-Eugénie Milleret, the founder of the Religious of the Assumption, a world-wide congregation of women and their associates. The close collaboration between Marie-Eugénie Milleret and Emmanuel d’Alzon , the founder of the Augustinians of the Assumption, continues today in the common endeavor of the women and men of the Assumption family at Assumption College.

Info Tech Career Night
September, 2001—The Center for Continuing and Professional Education, Assumption College The Center for Continuing & Professional Education at Assumption College is holding a free Info Tech Career Night for our A+/PC Services and Support Specialist and MCSE training programs