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Assumption Holds First 1904 Day of Service
On April 7, Assumption University hosted its inaugural 1904 Day of Service, with over 1,200 students, alongside more than 100 faculty and staff, devoting a day to give back at 39 different sites in the surrounding Worcester area. The day was a way for members of the Assumpti…
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May 13, 2025
Nothing Happens by Mistake: From Salisbury Street to South Bend
Shekinah Kanamugire ’26 has always had an interest in planes. She had every intention of becoming a pilot–until one of her friends questioned if that was really her calling. “I love to see planes flying in the air,” she said. “But one of my friends was like, ‘really, Shekinah, …
May 12, 2025
Caloggero and Hamilton Named Valedictorian and Salutatorian for the Class of 2025
Assumption University has announced that Talia Caloggero, a health and human services major, has been named valedictorian, and Mary Kate Hamilton, an elementary education and English double major, has been named salutatorian for the Class of 2025. At the commencement ceremony on May 18, Ca…
May 08, 2025
Dr. Jennifer Morton Appointed Dean of the Froelich School of Nursing
Assumption University and Provost Marc Guerra are pleased to announce that Dr. Jennifer Morton has been appointed the next Dean of the Froelich School of Nursing, effective June 2025. “We are very pleased to appoint Dr. Jennifer Morton as the next Dean of the Froelich School of Nursing,” sai…In The Media
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Colleges Have to Be Much More Honest With Themselves
President Greg Weiner published an opinion piece in the New York Times advocating for universities to look inward to rebuild trust and resist interference.
NBC 10 Boston‘Oh my goodness’: How 2 Mass. college students happened upon the new pope’s debut
Maryja Prytko '27 and Savina Villani '27 were in St. Peter's Square when Pope Leo XIV was announced to the world and made his first appearance.
Spectrum News 1Assumption University professor reflects on Pope Francis’ legacy
Ty Monroe, associate professor of theology, spoke to Spectrum News 1 about the legacy of the late Pope Francis.
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