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Assumption University Launches Social Work Degrees
Worcester, MA—Assumption University today announced the launch of Bachelor of Social Work and Master of Social Work degree programs. Following the closure of Anna Maria College, Assumption will offer the only campus-based BSW program—and the only MSW—in Central Massachusetts. The programs wil…
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Aug 20, 2026
Assumption University Named to Princeton Review’s Best 392 Colleges for 2027
The Princeton Review has announced that Assumption University has been named to its book of the best 392 colleges in the United States for 2027, along with being named one of the Best in the Northeast. The Princeton Review compiles its list of the best colleges based on surveys of college studen…
Aug 10, 2026
Assumption University Launches Social Work Degrees
Worcester, MA—Assumption University today announced the launch of Bachelor of Social Work and Master of Social Work degree programs. Following the closure of Anna Maria College, Assumption will offer the only campus-based BSW program—and the only MSW—in Central Massachusetts. The programs wil…
Jul 31, 2026
Military Friendly® Recognizes Assumption for Sixth Consecutive Year
Assumption University has once again earned a spot on the Military Friendly® list of colleges and universities, marking the sixth year in a row the University has received this distinction. The Military Friendly® designation is determined through a combination of public data and institutional …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.
The Boston GlobeActors, business leaders, and astrophysicists. Here’s who is speaking at area college commencements.
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.
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