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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.

Summer 2021, This Is Us

This Is Us: Student Engagement Amid a Pandemic

This Is Us: Student Engagement Amid a Pandemic

In each issue of Assumption Magazine, the This Is Us feature is used to highlight aspects of the Assumption experience that makes it unique. In this issue, take a look at how a number of University departments strived to ensure the student experience was enriching and engaging, despite the unusual times.

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Elaine Ingalls ’17, a disaster service worker for the County of Santa Cruz, CA, shared her firsthand experiences with the California wildfires, in particular the California CZU Lightning Complex fire, during a virtual conversation with fellow alumni. Photo courtesy of Shmuel Thaler.

Alumni News: Summer 2021 Roundup

The Alumni Relations Office has continued to connect with alumni all over the country through a variety of virtual programming. Alumni shared networking advice and career stories, like Elaine Ingalls ’17, who shared her firsthand experiences with the California wildfires.