Alumni Spotlights

Alumni Spotlights, Summer 2021

Rhode Island Governor Daniel J. McKee '73 is sworn into office. Photo courtesy of Office of Governor Daniel J. McKee.

Daniel J. McKee ’73 Sworn in as Rhode Island’s Governor

When Daniel J. McKee ‘73 was sworn in as Rhode Island’s 76th governor this spring, his decades of public service and liberal arts education had him well prepared for the task. He’s used the skills developed over the years, including from his time at Assumption, to understand the priorities of keeping people safe.

Alumni Spotlights, Summer 2021

Michael Agbortoko '14

Social Entrepreneur Michael Agbortoko ’14 Helping Others Strive for Success

Growing up in Cameroon, Michael B. Agbortoko, Jr. ’14 was surrounded by individuals who found ways to overcome hardship, an environment that fuels creativity in order to solve problems. Now, 20 years after immigrating to the United States, he has created, founded, and nurtured his own American Dream.

Alumni Spotlights, Summer 2021

Christine (Picard) Sawicki ’89, P’21, P’25

Mentoring the Next Generation of Healthcare Professionals

After nearly three decades in the pharmaceuticals field for CVS Health, Christine (Picard) Sawicki ’89, P’21, P’25 believes her Assumption education, including a strong foundation in science and philosophy, laid the groundwork for her successful career in pharmacy.

Alumni Spotlights, Fall 2020

Photo courtesy of the Cleveland Browns.

Making His Mark in the NFL

If you asked Ashton Grant what his dream job was a few months ago, he’d never have guessed he would be living it. Grant was named the first ever recipient of the NFL Cleveland Brown’s Bill Willis Coaching Fellowship, is spending the 2020 season working with the Cleveland coaching staff.