Several Accomplished Faculty Members Promoted »

Congratulations to Professors Coleman, de la Cruz, Geddert, Kaufman-Parks, Sacino, Whitt, and Williams on their promotions over the summer. Read more about each faculty member and their scholarly interests above.

Grant Expands Early Literacy and Instructional Practices »

This spring, junior education students worked with children in kindergarten through third grade through a new partnership with Nelson Place Elementary School funded by an Early Literacy Consortium Grant.

Greyhounds Live and Learn in the Dominican Republic »

For the first time, a group of students, faculty, and staff, partnered with Rostro de Cristo to live and work alongside Haitian communities in the Dominican Republic during this spring's SEND trip.

The Hat Trick: Building a Brand with Celly Hockey Co. »

Kevin Murphy ’17 built Celly Hockey Co. from his passion for hockey, vintage style, and the culture around the game. Learn more about Assumption’s special collaboration with the brand, inspired by Kevin’s own journey from Greyhound student-athlete to entrepreneur, in the video above.

View More News

Assumption in the News

THE ATHLETIC: Kian Charris ’27 was one of the lucky few chosen to practice with and against the French national soccer team during the World Cup this year. READ NOW.

AMERICA MAGAZINE: Director of Campus Ministry Luis Melgar discusses how faith is found in culture, including soccer. READ NOW.

MACDONALD-LAURIER INSTITUTE: Political Science Professor Jeremy Geddert writes about constitutional changes in Canada and what they mean for liberal democracy. READ NOW.

NBC10 BOSTON: Taylor Nunez ’11, who was named Worcester educator of the year, is fighting a courageous battle with ALS. WATCH NOW.

TELEGRAM AND GAZETTE: Golf stars Sean Magarian ’24 and Caroline Dubrey ’28 competed in the Worcester Amateur and Worcester Women’s Amateur this summer. READ HERE and HERE.

THE PROVIDENCE JOURNAL: History Professor Carl Robert Keyes shares his expertise with the Journal for a look into the average lives of people in Rhode Island in 1776. READ NOW.

THE PATRIOT LEDGER: Vegard Pernes ’23 traveled from his native Norway back to Boston to watch his team compete in the World Cup. WATCH NOW.

Upcoming Events

August 15

Solemnity of the Assumption

August 29

First Fall Athletics Home Game - Men's Soccer

August 31

First Day of Classes

Submit a Story Idea

Assumption Athletics

View More Events

Assumption News is a monthly roundup of the stories that celebrate our community and shape how others see Assumption. Each issue highlights recent features from our website, social media, and external media coverage–showcasing the work of our students, faculty, and alumni, and illustrating the depth and impact of Assumption’s academic programs and community.