From the President

From the President, Summer 2021

Assumption University President Francesco C. Cesareo, Ph.D., talks with students in the lobby of the new Health Sciences Building.

The Enduring Catholic Liberal Tradition

Assumption was founded as a small institution filling a need to educate the sons of Franco-American families in Worcester and the surrounding communities; while much has changed both physically and academically, the University continues its mission to form thoughtful, compassionate graduates who fill unique needs in communities across the U.S. and even the world.

Fall 2020, From the President

The Enduring Value of a Catholic Liberal Education

The Enduring Value of a Catholic Liberal Education

As Assumption celebrated another milestone in its 116-year history this fall amid a pandemic with the transition to university status, bringing to completion a dream of the Venerable Father Emmanuel d’Alzon, the sense of an academic community has never been stronger at Assumption.

From the President, Winter 2020

Redefining Student Success in the Modern Age

Redefining Student Success in the Modern Age

The idea of student success has evolved. Success does not pinpoint grade point average, but rather with extracurricular activities, internships, and engagement in community service that fully form an Assumption graduate. We are constantly innovating and evolving our programs to ensure all students have a successful experience.

From the President, Summer 2019

Assumption President Francesco C. Cesareo, Ph.D., addresses  the College community during the groundbreaking of the new Health Sciences building in May.

Celebrating the Past, Looking Toward the Future

Despite the challenges facing higher education, Assumption continues to evolve and celebrate watershed moments in its storied 115-year history. This edition of Assumption Magazine shares a number of examples of the institution’s innovative approach to those challenges, but it also explores a critical turning point in our rich history.