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Assumption University Appoints Chad Rohman as Provost
Assumption University today announced that Chad Rohman, a distinguished academic leader, scholar, and longtime dean at Dominican University in Illinois, has been appointed Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs effective June 1, 2026, following a nationwide search. Rohman brings more th…
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May 28, 2026
2026 Alumni Award Recipients Announced
Assumption University is proud to announce the recipients of its 2026 Alumni Awards before the University’s upcoming Reunion Weekend, June 5-7. This year’s honorees include a distinguished financial manager, an accomplished NASA scientist, a successful mergers and acquisitions director, an awa…
May 28, 2026
“Tend Your Garden”: School of Graduate Studies Celebrates 2026 Commencement
Assumption’s School of Graduate Studies celebrated the achievements of the Class of 2026 during its commencement exercises on Wednesday, May 20, marking a significant milestone for graduates, their families, and the University community. Assumption President Greg Weiner gave remarks inviting g…
May 27, 2026
Assumption Students Recognized for Academic Excellence with the Spring 2026 Dean’s List
Assumption University has announced those students named to the University’s Dean’s List for the spring 2026 semester. Students named to the Dean’s List must achieve a grade point average of 3.5 for a minimum of a five-class, 15-credit semester to be included on the prestigious list. The Dean…Assumption Magazine
Dec 19, 2025
Thrive: Charting a Course for Excellence
Through the goals of Thrive, an ambitious 10-year strategic plan, Assumption University outlines an inspiring road map anchored in our steadfast commitment to providing a distinctively Assumptionist Catholic liberal education to all those who seek it. Embracing a dynamic and forward-thinking appr…
Dec 19, 2025
From Greyhound to Patriot
Ashton Grant ’19’s path from Assumption standout to the New England Patriots’ quarterbacks coach is a story of drive, discipline, and destiny. In 2024, Ashton Grant ’19 found himself in the last row on a plane to West Virginia next to former New England Patriot Mike Vrabel. It wasn’t just …
Dec 19, 2025
Enduring Values, New Opportunities
Campus Ministry has seen some bittersweet changes recently, as longtime director Deacon Paul Covino has decided to retire and begin a new mission, and as we have welcomed new director Luis Melgar to our community. We are sad to see Paul go after 11 years of dedicated service to Assumption…In The Media
AI’s best use is enhancing human judgment. So study liberal arts.
President Greg Weiner published an opinion piece in the Washington Post sharing his thoughts on literal vs. liberal education as AI continues to proliferate across college campuses.
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Assumption’s Undergraduate Commencement speaker, Dr. Roosevelt Montás, features in a lineup of impressive speakers at institutions across Massachusetts.
Connecticut Public Radio - The WheelhouseWhat the SCOTUS Voting Rights Act ruling means for CT
Mathematics Professor Kyle Evans joins Connecticut Public Radio to discuss the SCOTUS Voting Rights Act ruling.