Assumption Celebrates Conclusion of Record-Setting, $50 Million Campaign
Assumption University celebrated the conclusion of the wildly successful Light the Way capital campaign on Friday, June 10 with a gala honoring those who have spent the last several years supporting the University’s record-setting campaign. After seven years, two of which were plagued by a pandemic, the University raised an historic $50.6 million, 45 percent over its original goal.
“The Board and I are tremendously grateful to each and every one of you,” said Fran Bedard ’81, chair of the Board of Trustees, addressing the audience of benefactors, including several faculty members, administrators, staff, alumni and their families, student mentors, advisory board members, Trustees, and other University ambassadors. “Your generosity of time, talent, and treasure significantly enhances the strength and quality of Assumption and our ability to serve students. The milestone we celebrate tonight is significant in our nearly 120-year history. This successful campaign has a transformational impact on the University and provides great momentum as we continue to enhance our university status.”
“The sun is rising on a day bright with possibility at Assumption—one where we embrace our Catholic identity in educational terms and welcome all, no matter who they may be, who seek to pursue the truth in the company of friends,” said Interim President Greg Weiner, Ph.D. “I stand here with confidence and gratitude—confidence in the Assumption we can build together and gratitude for all you’re doing to make it possible.”
The Light the Way campaign began with a silent phase in 2015 before being publicly announced in 2017. The campaign had an original goal of $35 million and four fundraising priorities: building a new academic center, athletic facility improvements, as well as increasing resources for the endowment and The Assumption Fund. Because of the tremendous success of The Light the way campaign in raising nearly $16 million more than planned, Assumption was able to broaden its growth, both physical and financial.
The University added physical structures to its campus with the additions of the Tsotsis Family Academic Center, which has become the hub of academic life on campus, and the Richard J. and Sophia Catrambone Health Sciences Center, a response to the increased global need for healthcare professionals. This spring, the University broke ground on its latest project of upgrading the softball field to a multi-sport artificial turf facility, thanks to a matching grant provided by Brian Kelly ’83 HD ‘12. The University also launched innovative partnerships, such as one with the Worcester Red Sox, that provide students exciting opportunities for internships and community engagement.
The addition of these important edifices and partnerships allowed the University to expand and organize into five schools—the Froelich School of Nursing, Grenon School of Business, D’Amour College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, School of Health Professions, and School of Graduate Studies—leading the way for the approval of Assumption’s transition from a college to a university in June 2020.
The campaign also provided key financial assistance to Assumption students. More than 44 scholarships and endowed funds were established to support students and faculty initiatives and the University was able to raise more than $500,000 for the Coronavirus Financial Aid Relief Fund to help students and their families impacted by the pandemic.
Bedard shared that while many individuals were essential to the success of this campaign, the leadership of President Emeritus Francesco C. Cesareo, Ph.D., was the key to the campaign’s success. Bedard lauded President Emeritus Cesareo for traversing the country and “meeting with alumni and friends of Assumption to share a compelling story of the value of an Assumption education – and why they should make a selfless sacrifice to support the institution.”
In honor of his dedication to Assumption and his countless contributions to the institution during his 15 years of service, Bedard announced that the University would honor him by the renaming of South Hall to Cesareo Hall.
“This campaign has been transformative for Assumption with the changed landscape of the campus that resulted from the construction of the Tsotsis Family Academic Center, the Richard J. and Sophia Catrambone Health Sciences Center, and the piazza as the focal point for the shift of the campus to the actual center,” said President Emeritus Cesareo. “Each of these projects were more than bricks and mortar, but reflected a particular vision that I had which spoke to the education we offer to our students and the purpose of Catholic liberal education and our mission as a Catholic institution, which each of these donors understood and for which we are all grateful. The true essence of this campaign and its priorities was the students – this was a student-centric campaign which was only fitting since my presidency was always student-focused. This evening is an opportunity to express our heartfelt gratitude to our supporters for investing in Assumption and laying a strong foundation for its future.”
On hand to celebrate the success were campaign co-chairs Michael Sullivan ‘83 and Carolyn Clancy ‘82. Honorary Campaign Chair Brian Kelly ’83 provided a recorded message from his new home in Louisiana.
“I'd like to extend my sincere gratitude to all who contributed to our campaign and helped us significantly exceed our goals,” shared Clancy. “This will allow us to continue to provide an exceptional education to so many for years to come. Assumption University continues to evolve, expand, transform, and innovate greatly thanks to your generosity and commitment.”
Sullivan echoed his co-chair’s sentiments. “The overwhelming support of the Assumption community and alumni made this campaign a success,” he said. “The $50 million in capital contributions will position the university well to serve its current and future students’ needs as they prepare to make a meaningful difference in the world. We are grateful to all who made it happen.”
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Assumption University, founded in 1904 by the Augustinians of the Assumption, is New England’s premier university for high-quality education, integrating career preparation and education of the whole person, drawing upon the best in the rich and centuries-long tradition of Catholic higher education. Assumption, located in Worcester, Massachusetts, seeks to provide students with a transformative education that forms graduates who possess critical intelligence, thoughtful citizenship, and compassionate service. The University offers 34 majors and 49 minors in the liberal arts, sciences, business, nursing and professional studies; as well as master’s and continuing education degrees and professional certificate programs. For more information about Assumption University, please visit www.assumption.edu.
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- Members of the Class of 2023 Recognized for Exceptional Leadership and Service with Prestigious Crown & Shield AwardMembers of the Class of 2023 Recognized for Exceptional Leadership and Service with Prestigious Crown & Shield Award mg.ledoux Wed, 05/24/2023 - 10:49 In recognition of their commitment to service, 21 members of the Class of 2023 have been awarded the prestigious Crown & Shield Award, which honors students who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and participated in service during their four years at Assumption. The crown and shield are two key elements of the Assumption University seal, and the award recognizes graduating seniors who have protected (shield) and furthered (crown) the interest of the student body and the University community. “Crown and Shield recipients are the students who have exemplified the mission of Assumption University during their time on campus,” said Laura Peña Pantano, Ph.D., Vice President for Student Affairs. “These students help to plan events, serve as ambassadors for Admissions and Orientation, build community in the residence halls, represent the student voice in SGA, tutor and support their peers, compete athletically, spread the mission of the University through Campus Ministry and much more. We are deeply grateful to our students for the role they play in creating a culture of service and for helping us build a strong community that inspires the students who will follow.” Assumption has recognized seniors with the Crown & Shield Award since 1952. The recipients were honored with their families and University administrators and trustees at an awards dinner on May 5, the Friday before their Commencement at the DCU Center in downtown Worcester. The following is a list of this year’s Crown & Shield recipients. Johenny Bisono Martinez of Reading, Pennsylvania graduated with dual majors in International Business and Business Management, and minors in French and Informational Technology. Leadership highlights: RA; Student Supervisor, d'Alzon Library; Mentor Collective - Mentor; Habitat for Humanity Volunteer. In December, Johenny will begin working as a Sourcing Recruiter for Amazon. Alexander Boligan of Thompson, Connecticut graduated with a major in Marketing and a minor in Information Technology. Leadership highlights: RA and Head RA; Cast member, student-produced Godspell musical; Music Ministry Student Leader and Cantor; START Retreat Rector; SEND trip to Camden, NJ. Alex plans to pursue an MBA in marketing at Assumption while working as a graduate assistant in Campus Ministry, in addition to working at Webster First Federal Credit Union in their marketing department. Alex is recently engaged to a fellow Hound and is looking forward to getting married in 2024. Shadda Cliche of Brattleboro, Vermont graduated with a major in Biology and a minor in Human Services & Rehabilitation Studies. Leadership highlights: President and Treasurer, ALANA Network; BSU Member; Member, Women Interested in Networking Gathering & Solidarty (WINGS); Neuroscience Club Vice President; National Society of Leadership and Success. Shadda plans to further her studies in graduate school and become a Certified Nurse Midwife. Robert Davis of Leominster, Massachusetts graduated with a major in Marketing with a Digital Marketing concentration,and a minor in Graphic Design. Leadership highlights:Class of 2023 Senator; SGA Event Planning Committee;Orientation Leader, and Parent and Family Chairperson; Graphic Design Intern for the Plourde Recreation Center. Bobby plans to seek employment in the field of Marketing, and he also hopes to travel. Taylor DeGeorge of Feeding Hills, Massachusetts graduated with majors in Elementary Education and Mathematics, with a STEM concentration. Leadership highlights: Women's Lacrosse Team Peer Mentor, Recruit Representative and Captain; Co-President of Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC); Math Tutor in Academic Support Center; SOPHIA Collegian; Augustine Scholar. Taylor plans to pursue her master's degree in special education and begin teaching in an elementary school. Markkie Fleming of Worcester, Massachusetts graduated with a major in Biology with concentration in Neuroscience & Behavior,and a minor in Psychology. Leadership highlights: Orientation Leader and COMPASS Facilitator; RA; Mentor Collective Mentor; Neuroscience Club Secretary; Campus Activities Board Student Leader; Assumption University Bridge Program Student Leader; and served as a Nutrition Specialist for the DCU Covid Triage Center during the pandemic. Markkie hopes to attend Johns Hopkins University as a graduate student in their Master of Science in Individualized Genomics and Health program; Upon completion of a graduate program, she then hopes to attend medical school to become a surgeon and specialize in emergency and trauma care. Mary Gillette of Waterbury, Connecticut graduated with dual majors in Accounting and Data Analytics, and minors in Fraud Exam & Forensic Accounting, and Information Techology. Leadership highlights: Admissions Ambassador; Academic Support Center Head Tutor - four academic disciplines; SGA Senator; SOPHIA Collegian; Orientation Leader; Campus Activities Board Marketing Executive; Completed 300 community service hours this year as a Jump Start Team Leader & Volunteer. Mary plans to work for Ernst and Young in their Assurance Department located in Hartford, CT. Connor Howells of Medfield, Massachusetts graduated with a major in Graphic Design and a minor in Music. Leadership highlights: Orientation Leader; SGA Senator and Class of 2023 Vice President; Campus Recreation Graphic Design Intern and Intramural Official; Music Contributor for Agape Latte. Connor plans to pursue a master’s in management at Assumption University while living on campus and working as residential assistant. Kelly Knutelski of Oxford, Massachusetts graduated with a major in English and a minor in Women's Studies. Leadership highlights: RA; Academic Support Center Tutor; Orientation Leader and Head Chairperson; Campus Activities Board Spring Weekend Executive; Habitat for Humanity Vice President and Secretary; MUSE Literary Magazine Writer; SEND trip to Baltimore, MD; Reach Out Center Volunteer; Augustine Scholar; D'Alzon Scholar. Kelly plans to pursue a career in Higher Education and work toward publishing some of her writing. Morgan Maddock of Scarborough, Maine graduated with majors in Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies, and English, Writing and Mass Communication with concentration in Media Production, and a minor in Community Service. Leadership highlights:Dance Team Captain; Orientation Leader and Student Chairperson; Campus Activities Board Spring Concert Committee; Co-Director, AUTV; Volunteer at African Community Education, Worcester. Morgan plans to pursue her master’s in the Assumption University School Counseling Program while continuing her role as the captain of the Assumption Dance Team. Gerald Martin of Springfield, Massachusetts graduated with a major in Political Science, and minors in Law, Ethics & Constitutional Studies; Law and Economics; History; and Philosophy. Leadership highlights: President of AU Democrats and Progressives Club; SGA Senator; Student Chair, Political Science Faculty Roundtable; Student Representative to Sodexo Services Committee; Admissions Ambassador. Gerry’s post-graduation plan is to run for City Council in Springfield Massachusetts. He says, "I love my city with all my heart, and I plan to use the wisdom I have learned in Political Science to make my city a better place." Sarah Masciarelli of Westborough, Massachusetts graduated with a major in Nursing and a minor in Biology. Leadership highlights: Member of the 2023 Inaugural Graduating Class in Nursing; Treasurer, Assumption Student Nurse's Association; Take Back the Night Volunteer; Student Representative, Nursing Faculty Assembly Committee; Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society; National Student Nurses Association Honors Society. Sarah plans to continue the interview process to secure a position as a Registered Nurse. Caroline McDonough of Westwood, Massachusetts graduated with a major in Communication and Media, and a minor in Sports Management. Leadership highlights: Campus Activities Board Executive and Concert Chair; Women's Ice Hockey Captain; Orientation Leader Executive and COMPASS Facilitator; Assumption Media Center Intern. In August, Caroline will begin interning for the Walt Disney Company while pursuing her MBA part time at Assumption University. Katheen Moran of Cheshire, Connecticut graduated with a major in Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies, and minors in Education and Community Service Learning. Leadership highlights: President, Assumption Best Buddies Chapter; Global Ambassador, Best Buddies International; President and Vice President, Assumption Pinky Swear Pack; Special Olympics Club Captain and Volunteer; Light the Way Scholar and successful Certificate Recipient. Kathleen plans to attend the University of St Joseph's in West Hartford, CT, where she will study for her master's in special education grades K-12, while working full-time as a co-teacher at The Gengras Center School. Erin Moynihan of Brookline, New Hampshire graduated with a major in Marketing, with concentration in Digital Marketing. Leadership highlights: Campus Activities Board President and Marketing Exectuve; Assumption Yearbook photography contributor; RA and Head RA; Orientation Leader. Erin will work as a videographer this summer in Maine, building an extensive portfolio to eventually help start her own freelance videography business. Additionally, she hopes to travel for a year before committing to a full-time marketing job specializing in either Social Media or Digital Marketing. Anna Mullen of Milton, Massachusetts graduated with a major in Psychology with concentration in Mental Health and Pre-Clinical Counseling, and a minor in Criminology. Leadership highlights: Compass Orientation Leader; Head Tutor in the Academic Support Center; President, Assumption chapter of Active Minds; Director of Socia Media and Youth Board Co-Director for Yellow Tulip Project; Studied Abroad at Assumption University Rome Campus. In the Fall, Anna will attend Merrimack College to pursue a Master of Education in School Counseling. Additionally, she was awarded a Presidential Fellowship and will work as an Academic Coach in Merrimack’s Academic Success Center. Thomas Ross of Patterson, New York graduated with a major in Political Science and History. Leadership highlights: SGA Senator and Class of 2023 President; Chairman of the SGA Ethics Board Chair;Presidential Task Force on Campus Sutainability; Founder and Chair, SGA Eco-Action Committee. Tom plans to take a gap year and then pursue a graduate degree in either law or history. Patrick Sedgwick of Georgetown, Massachusetts graduated with a major in Accounting, and minors in Management and Finance. Leadership highlights: SGA Senator; SGA Chair of Student and Campus Services Committee; Marketing Intern for the Career Development and Internship Center; Created and led a successful proposal for institution of a pub on the Assumption University campus; D'Alzon Scholar. Patrick will be working full-time for PKF O'Connor Davies, an accounting firm. He also plans to pursue his MBA part-time at Assumption University. Andrew Sneeringer of Lowell, Massachusetts graduated with dual majors in Sociology, Criminology and Music. Leadership highlights: RA; Community Standards Intern; Policy Review Committee; Vocal Scholar; Music Ministry: Chorale, VOCE, Hound Sound & Jazz Combo Band; Sociology & Criminology Club Vice President; Alpha Kappa Delta International Sociology Honor Society. Andy hopes to find a position at a local college or university as a Resident Director. He also hopes to travel out of the country and explore places such as Norway, Vietnam, and more. Abbigail Sullivan of Andover, Minnesota graduated with dual majors in Business Management and Political Science, and a minor in Law, Ethics & Constitutional Studies. Leadership highlights: RA and Head RA; Residence Hall Council President; Admissions Ambassador; Orientation Leader; Mentor Collective - Mentor; Campus Ministry Retreat Program Student Leader and Member; SEARCH Team Member; Campus Ministry Student Leader Team Liasion to SGA; Pennsylvania SEND trip Participant; Daniel Patrick Moynihan Model Senate Member and Scholar; SOPHIA Collegian; Light The Way Scholar. Abbi will return home to Minnesota to study for the Law School Admissions Test and work full time while applying to law school programs. Claire Tan of the Philippines graduated with a major in Communication and Media Production. Leadership highlights: Admissions Ambassador; Mentor Collective - Mentor; Integrated Marketing Department Intern; Peer Ministry Co-Leader; Campus Ministry Student Leader; SEARCH Retreat Leader. After returning to the Philippines for a visit this summer, Claire will move back to the US to pursue a marketing related career. She is recently engaged to a fellow Hound and is looking forward to getting married in 2024. Crown and Shield Award RecipientsGeneral
- Students Recognized for Academic Excellence at 39th Annual Honors ConvocationStudents Recognized for Academic Excellence at 39th Annual Honors Convocation mg.ledoux Fri, 05/05/2023 - 10:15 This year’s 39th Annual Honors Convocation recognized 80 Assumption University students for academic excellence in their respective fields of study and received thoughtful advice from a distinguished Assumption alumnus. Students honored at the event received one of the Assumption University departmental awards, special awards, or St. Augustine scholarships. Michael Hynes ‘89 delivered the keynote address in the presence of honored students, parents and families, faculty, staff, and friends of the university. Following his attendance at Boston College High School, where he became versed in the study of French and Spanish, Hynes enrolled at Assumption with a visible interest in communications. Most notably, he perused advanced study in French having studied abroad in France at the Universite d’Orleans during his undergraduate journey at Assumption. Graduating from Assumption University (then College) with a bachelor’s degree in both foreign languages and English in 1989, Hynes went on to receive a master’s degree in human resources from Boston University. Hynes’ career of over thirty years has been devoted to talent development and management. He currently serves as the senior director of human resources at the Pew Charitable Trusts, a highly respected and well-known non-profit that has conducted non-partisan research for the last 75 years in the support of the common good. During his return to campus, Hynes announced the establishment of his third endowed scholarship to Assumption. In his humility, he stated that he would have rather the gifts be anonymous. However, he hopes that by first articulating the value a liberal arts education, the formative experience, skills, and values that he carries with him to this day, and sharing how he gives back, that one day the future graduates in attendance may give back in “a similar sacrifice when ready”. Hynes’ defined the value of a liberal arts education in his address by expressing his personal experiences as a graduate of Assumption University that propelled him into a career of success such as his study abroad experience and the University’s rigorous academic curriculum. In respect and admiration for the “deep historical roots and culturally significant beginnings of Assumption”, Hynes began his remakes in French. When Hynes’ came back to campus for the honors convocation, he stopped in the Chapel of the Holy Spirit for a moment of prayer and reflection on the University’s motto, “Until Christ be formed in you.” He said he was reminded of an Assumption student’s formation to follow them far beyond this time. He stated, “The education, skills, experiences, and spiritual growth that we encounter during our time at Assumption give us the ability to both broaden and deepen our relationship with God for the rest of our lives.” He continued, “Therein, I believe, is the greatest value of a Catholic, liberal arts education.” Pew Charitable Trusts work to solve the challenging problems facing the world through knowledge and data and it is Hynes’ role to support the people who lead this work while managing the internal communications. Acknowledging that his career path has been “fairly straightforward”, Hynes says that he is often “surprised when he asked if he uses his Assumption education in English and foreign languages. He stated, “I think I have done more than simply use my Assumption education; I have built a meaningful and rewarding career upon it.” Hynes went on to tell two stories. The first was when a colleague from his company’s Paris office came to the United States. During a meeting, this French colleague complimented Hynes on his language skills, saying it was impossible to speak so well from “studying alone.” Hynes soon realized that he would be unable to satisfy the curiosity of his colleague without divulging more details about his study abroad experience. Hynes’ pointed out that, “strong academics, coupled with equally strong experiences can be a differentiator,” and at Assumption “we have both.” The second example Hynes’ articulated was the need for critical thinking skills that are cultivated through liberal arts studies. The global environment is one major area of focus for the Pew Charitable Trusts, where the best and brightest are hired for research. These researchers are needed to dive into the ocean, understand what they see, and “count the fish”, according to Hynes. “But beyond that we need people who can come up from the depths of the ocean and tell us what they saw.” He goes on to say that these people must then be able to communicate the “technical jargon” of a research paper into “language that legislators can use to write effective environmental policies,” or “share what they saw in the ocean in a meaningful and engaging story for the general public.” He stated that these people are “the ones who can lead the current work and the future of the organization - come from liberal arts colleges and universities.” To conclude his remarks, Hynes references the famous line by Descartes, “I think, therefore I am.” He follows this with a brief note about the philosopher Emmanuel Levinas, who was captured and imprisoned by Nazis in the 1940s. Hynes stated, “Levinas suggests that we are aware of our existence, not due to our own thinking, but because of our awareness of others and their needs. It is through our encounters and experiences with other human beings that we awaken to our own existence and move beyond our own thinking and self-centeredness.” He continued, “I think a liberal arts education gives us the knowledge, skills, and experiences that we need to hold these two separate and competing philosophies simultaneously within ourselves so that we may live healthy, productive, and vibrant lives. Further, a Catholic liberal arts education teaches us how to fuse these two philosophies within ourselves and to live healthy, productive, vibrant lives in service to others and to God.” View photos from the event here. Academic Major Awards Emily Armstrong, Mathematics Samuel Baker, Theology Rebecca Benjamin, Biology with a Concentration in Pre-Clinical Health Professions Johenny Bisono-Martinez, International Business Grace Crockett, Health Sciences with a Concentration in Pre-Occupational Therapy Sebastiano D’Angelo, Organizational Communication John Davis, Data Analytics Brenda Delgado, Communication and Media Haleigh Dobeck, Elementary Education Erin Dooley, Health Sciences with a Concentration in Pre-Physical Therapy Lauren Ferguson, Health Sciences Kelly Fitzgerald, Global Studies Kelly Fitzgerald, Psychology with a Concentration in Child and Adolescent Development Victoria Freitas, Graphic Design Timothy Gangemi, Marketing Maria Gaughan, Neuroscience with a Cellular Path Mary Gillette, Accounting Katherine Gilligan, Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies with a Concentration in Communication Sciences and Disorders Evan Gray, Cybersecurity Teresa Guerra, Political Science Ashleigh Hughes, Biology Sarah Iacoviello, Chemistry Rebecca Jalbert, Finance Kelly Knutelski, English Joel Kosovrasti, Biotechnology and Molecular Biology Emily LaFond, Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies Aine Lapalme, Biology with a Concentration in Neuroscience & Behavior Brian Leger, Computer Science Gabriella Lindhurst, Music Natalie Mazzini, History Tasneem Mohammed, Middle/Secondary Education Tasneem Mohammed, Spanish Sydney Morse, Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies with a Concentration in Working with Children and Adolescents in a Community Setting Anna Mullen, Psychology with a Concentration in Mental Health and Pre-Clinical Counseling Patrick Otto, Economics Patrick Otto, Psychology Wandzia Prytko, Marketing with a Concentration in Digital Marketing Brady Ryan, Environmental Science Kali Scirocco, Criminology Faith Somody, Sociology Victoria Williams, Management Braedon Wood, Nursing Danting Zhu, Actuarial Science Augustine Awards Class of 2024 Sam Baker Kaitlyn Calnan Elizabeth Cappelli Kate Carlson Emily Fasteson Catherine Hurlburt Bridgette Kline Maria Lepak Jackie Li Katelyn Pickman Julia Tardugno Kaitlyn Shea Caleb White Class of 2025 Talia Caloggero Mary Kate Hamilton Kaitlin Merson Anna Murphy Julia Walsh Special Awards Noelia Amadis, The David L. Christianson Award for the Study of Foreign Languages Kyra Belden, Mary Whiton Calkins Award in Psychology Johenny Bisono-Martinez, Award for Minor in French Kassandra Caprentier, The George E. and Sarah Denommé Scholarship Elizabeth Cormier, Shirley Thompson Scholarship in the Visual Arts Isabela Ferullo, The Leo and Madeleine Remillard Scholarship for the Study of French Kelly Fitzgerald, History and Citizenship Award Isabella Guarino, Award for Minor in Italian Studies Teresa Guerra, Michele and Donald D'Amour Humanitas Award Sarah Iacoviello, The Lyceum Award Kelly Knutelski, Women's Studies Brian Leger, Fr. Richard Brunelle Memorial Award in Computer Science John Morales, The Joseph E. Sheerin Merit Prize in the Study of Classical Languages and Literatures Kathleen Moran, Community Service-Learning Student of the Year Julie Mughole, The Cynthia Courtney and Adelard F. Landry Scholarship in French Studies Georgia Pokropowicz, The Omer and Lauren Boivin Scholarship in French or Foreign Languages William Roberts, Dr. Eugene W. Byrnes Scholarship in the Natural Sciences Kathryn Robinson, Colleen Ritzer Memorial Award Claudio Rocha, Ray Marion Special Award in World History Thomas Ross, History and Citizenship Award Samuel Roy, Medieval and Early Modern Studies Minor Award Samuel Roy, Paul Ziegler Award in European History Vincent Sasso, The James McCarthy Scholarship for the Study of Economics or Global Studies Patrick Sedgewick, Luca Pacioli Award for Achievement in Accounting Christian Surette, Ken Moynihan Special Award in American History Julia Tardugno, Special Award in Public History Gabrielle Willett, William James Award in Psychology Ray Marion Award Johenny Bisono-Martinez Sarah Iacoveillo Donec Formetur Christus Presidential Award Julie Dwyer Assumption-Honors-Program-Convocation-Academics.jpgJulie Mughole '25 is presented the Cynthia Courtney and Adelard F. Landry Scholarship in French Studies at Assumption University's 39th annual Honors ConvocationGeneralBusiness Studies