Winter 2019

Campus News, Winter 2019

Members of the Assumption community celebrate the  Annual Mass of the Holy Spirit.

Founders Week Raises Awareness of Immigration-Centric Struggles

From September 6-12, Assumption held the first-ever Founders Week, A weeklong observance and celebration of the mission of the Augustinians of Assumption who founded and sponsor the institution. The week features numerous events providing an opportunity for community-wide reflection on the impact of the Assumptionists in Worcester and abroad.

Campus News, Winter 2019

New V.P. for Enrollment Management Has Impressive Track Record

New V.P. for Enrollment Management Has Impressive Track Record

Following a nationwide search, President Francesco Cesareo appointed Robert Mirabile as vice president of Enrollment Management. He spent four years at Beloit College as the vice president of enrollment, where he amassed a number of impressive accomplishments and a year after he began at Beloit, the largest first-year class was welcomed.

Campus News, Winter 2019

Responding to Market Demand, Assumption Announces Nursing Degree Program

Responding to Market Demand, Assumption Announces Nursing Degree Program

Assumption has received Initial Approval Status from the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing and the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) for a new direct-admission Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) that will prepare students to practice high-quality, patient-centered professional nursing care.

On Course, Winter 2019

Mary Cepeda ’19 interviews Natalie Maynard as part of her Worcester Women’s Oral  History Project assignment.

Exploring Perspectives on Women in America

Each fall, students enrolled in the introductory Women’s Studies course explore the challenges facing women in American culture. Through a collaboration with the Worcester Women’s Oral History Project, students conduct oral history interviews with local women, while enhancing their critical thinking, writing, and speaking skills.