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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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May 05, 2026
Opening the Door to Opportunity: Denecker CDIC Dedication Celebrates Purpose and Possibility
On April 23, Assumption University marked a significant milestone in its commitment to student success with the dedication of the Dick ’69 and Maria Denecker Career Development and Internship Center (CDIC), celebrating a transformative gift that will shape the professional journeys of countless …
May 01, 2026
Assumption University and Anna Maria College Announce Intent to Submit Joint Proposal for Nursing Program Transition
Worcester, MA and Paxton, MA—May 1, 2026—Assumption University and Anna Maria College today announced their intent to submit a joint proposal to relevant regulatory agencies to transition Anna Maria’s nursing program to Assumption University. Assumption President Greg Weiner said, “Our f…
May 01, 2026
Service Meets Scholarship in Revived Community Tax Assistance Program
Students in ACC-260: Community Tax Assistance had a first-hand experience of what it’s like to be an accountant during tax season this semester by going into the Worcester community to help elderly and low-income individuals prepare and file their tax returns. After a hiatus due to the COVID-1…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.