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Announcing the 2026 Commencement Speakers and Honorary Degree Recipients
Assumption University today announced that scholar Roosevelt Montás and non-profit executive Larry R. Thayer will speak at the Undergraduate and Graduate School Commencement ceremonies in May. Montás, and Micheál J. Kelly, a global business leader, will receive honorary degrees. …
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Apr 27, 2026
Assumption Announces Second Collaborative Accelerated Master’s Program with Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Assumption University and Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) are expanding their partnership with the launch of a new Collaborative Accelerated Master’s Program (CAMP) in Mechanical Engineering, offering Assumption students a streamlined pathway to earn a master’s degree from WPI. Beg…
Apr 24, 2026
Assumption University Students Recognized for Academic Excellence at 42nd Annual Honors Convocation
On April 20, Assumption students were recognized with awards at the 42nd Annual Honors Convocation. During the evening, students were presented with Augustine Scholarships, Departmental Major Awards, Special Awards and Scholarships, and the Donec Formetur Chr…
Apr 23, 2026
Assumption Hosts 22nd Annual Duck Day
On April 21, Assumption University hosted Duck Day, the beloved annual tradition marking the arrival of spring when ducks return to the pond at the front of campus after sheltering on a farm over the winter. The sun was shining as the ducks returned home, and Student Government As…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
Small liberal arts colleges are struggling, but one in Worcester is bucking the trend
Bill Boffi, VP for Enrollment Management, spoke to the Telegram and Gazette about Assumption's impressive enrollment growth.
The AtlanticThe Trumpian Fantasy of WhiteHouse.gov
Toby Norris, professor of art history, spoke to The Atlantic about President Donald Trump's aesthetic vision and recent executive order on federal architecture.
The Washington PostAI’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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