Charting a Course for Excellence
Assumption University’s leadership team recommends and reviews principles, policies, and rules of university-wide significance. The president seeks the advice of his cabinet on issues of university direction, policy, and planning, including, but not limited to: long-range planning for faculty and academic program development; strategic planning on financial, facilities, and fundraising matters; faculty and student affairs; and personnel policies and other matters as appropriate or necessary.
In choosing his team, President Weiner has surrounded himself with people who have genuine differences of perspective to provide healthy debate but with a common commitment to the mission of the University.
Leadership at Assumption University
Assumption University is guided by a dedicated team of leaders committed to fostering a vibrant academic community and stewarding the University’s enduring values.
Office of the President
President Greg Weiner
Greg Weiner is the 17th president of Assumption University. A renowned expert in the political thought of the American Founding, President Weiner joined the institution in 2011 as a professor of political science and served as provost and vice president for academic affairs before being named president in 2022. Under his leadership, Assumption launched its 10‑year strategic plan, Thrive; strengthened enrollment and retention; expanded academic and co-curricular initiatives; and deepened its commitment to Catholic liberal education.
Office of the Provost
Chad Rohman, Ph.D.
Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
Assumption’s provost serves as the University’s chief academic officer, providing institutional stewardship of the academic enterprise, including faculty affairs, curriculum, academic planning, and assessment in support of Assumption’s Catholic liberal educational mission. Rohman brings more than two decades of experience in higher education as a scholar and administrator, most recently serving as dean at Dominican University, where he advanced academic programs, faculty development, and strategic innovation.
President’s Cabinet
Guided by Assumption University’s mission, the Cabinet works collaboratively to shape university‑wide priorities and advance Thrive, the University’s 10‑year strategic plan for institutional excellence and growth.
William L. Boffi, MBA
Vice President of Enrollment Management
The vice president for enrollment management drives strategy for undergraduate and graduate recruitment, enrollment planning, and student admissions. The office also oversees Assumption’s thriving Division II athletics program. Boffi is a devoted advocate for expanding access to higher education, with extensive experience in enrollment management across the region.
E. Jane Clapp, CPA, MBA
Vice President for Finance & Administration and Treasurer
The vice president for finance and administration and chief financial officer oversees the University’s financial strategy and stewardship in support of long‑term sustainability and growth. Having served in senior roles at Worcester Polytechnic Institute and Boise State University, Clapp possesses a wealth of experience in higher education.
Fr. Dennis Gallagher, A.A.
Vice President for Mission
The vice president for mission provides leadership in advancing the University’s Catholic identity and mission of faith and service. A member of the Assumptionist community, Fr. Gallagher offers decades of experience as a spiritual leader and mentor, including service as Provincial Superior of the Assumptionist North American Province and longstanding pastoral support to the Assumption community. He holds a M.Div. from the Weston Jesuit School of Theology, now the Gloria L. and Charles I. Clough School of Theology and Ministry at Boston College.
Jeffrey Gillooly, M.Ed.
Vice President for University Advancement
The vice president for university advancement manages the University’s fundraising, alumni relations, and philanthropic engagement efforts. Gillooly brings substantial advancement experience from senior leadership roles at the UMass Amherst Foundation and Clark University, where he led a comprehensive campaign raising more than $156 million.
Marisa Gregg, MBA
Chief Marketing and Communications Officer
The chief marketing and communications officer directs the University’s marketing, branding, and communications strategy. Gregg’s background includes more than 20 years of experience across higher education and corporate brand leadership, including various senior leadership roles at the College of the Holy Cross.
Lauren Haynie, M.Ed., MBA
Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students
The vice president for student affairs and dean of students leads programs and services that support student wellbeing, engagement, and campus life. Haynie has more than 20 years of higher education experience, including senior leadership roles at Brandeis University, MIT, Wellesley College, and earlier service at Assumption.
Michael T. Matraia, J.D., M.S., CPA, ’90
Chief of Staff
The chief of staff to the president serves on the president’s cabinet, supports institutional coordination, and oversees implementation of the University’s 10‑year strategic plan, Thrive. Matraia brings a distinctive blend of experience in higher education, law, corporate leadership, and public accounting, along with a record of service as a faculty member and campus leader, to this role.
Assumption’s 10-Year Strategic Plan: Thrive
Our Bold Vision
Thrive is Assumption University’s bold 10-year strategic vision to infuse our campus with a cohesive understanding of our Assumptionist educational mission, to focus all decisions on our students’ ultimate best interest, and to grow our enrollment and philanthropic reach.
Assumption’s Board of Trustees
Stewardship for Growth and Impact
Assumption University’s Board of Trustees provides fiduciary oversight and strategic governance, offering experienced counsel that supports the institution’s mission and long‑term success.