Open House Program, 2021

A PLACE YOU’LL CALL HOME OPEN HOUSE

OCTOBER 2021

L I G H T T H E WAY

Why Did You Choose Assumption University?

Assumption’s dedication to

educating the entire person aligned

well with the wide

range of experiences

that I hoped to gain in college, both

in and out of the classroom. The small population and residential feel of the

campus combined with the possibilities

Assumption not

I chose Assumption

me with the

genuine sense

extracurriculars I

felt when I entered

also felt like the best fit

has a unique atmosphere because

only provided

because of the

academics and

of community I

was interested in, it

campus. This University

and my home away from home.

it’s comprised of faculty, staff,

AIDAN CROWLEY ’22 | LONDONDERRY, NH

for personal exploration and growth,

NICK MACCHIONE ’22 | LEOMINSTER, MA

about you and are invested in your

success. Assumption offers so many

fostered a unique sense of community that I was excited to be a part of.

and students who honestly care

opportunities for students to grow in From the moment I stepped on

whatever path they choose.

SIERRA O’KEEFE ’22 | MILFORD, CT

campus, I knew What initially drew

me to Assumption,

and makes me love it as a student now,

is the passion that the

students and professors

have. You can tell that the faculty are

so passionate about what they’re doing

which, in turn, fuels the students to have that same passion for learning and growing.

EMMA WILBURN ’23 | SHUTESBURY, MA

I loved the small

community and the friendly vibe that

I got from the faculty and students!

JOSEPH SMITH ’25 | BOSTON, MA

Assumption was

home for me. I loved

walking around campus

After coming to

and outside areas for students to enjoy

and falling in love

Furthermore, while on tour, I realized

it is, I really began

culture, religious focus, passion for

school aspect of it all. Small schools are

to get to know Assumption better during

welcoming community. You also get to

to other prospective students, faculty,

time, people you’ve never met - there

individual I met had a deep love for

people. Academically it’s great because

the sense of community and family

professors really get you know you.

and seeing all of the lush greenery

campus for a visit

as well as the beautiful buildings.

with how beautiful

I had quickly fallen in love with the

to appreciate the small

service, and academics. As I continued

special for me because of their safe and

my application process, I was introduced

see people you know and, at the same

and staff at Assumption. Every single

are always opportunities to meet new

Assumption and helped to promote

classes will never be too big and the

that I found myself wanting to be a part of. I am so proud to call Assumption University my home.

ABBIGAIL SULLIVAN ’23 | ANDOVER, MN

ALEXIS WASHINGTON ’23 | CRANSTON, RI

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS YOU’RE INVITED TO THE FOOTBALL GAME ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 23!

Vaccinated guests are invited to join us at our very own Brian Kelly Stadium and experience, first-hand, the pride and excitement of cheering on our Hounds!

Show your vaccination record at the eSports Arena to get three FREE tickets for you and your family to the 1:00 p.m. game!

ATTENDING OPEN HOUSE ON SUNDAY, OCTOBER 24?

You can join in on the fun too!

Visit assumptiongreyhounds.com to see the complete schedule of upcoming home games!

WE WANT YOU TO EXPERIENCE EVERYTHING ASSUMPTION HAS TO OFFER.

From transformational academic experiences and faculty mentorship to robust campus life opportunities and a broad range of residences – learn all about it from our campus community today. To achieve the most of your day, we have recommended a special schedule for you. Please refer to your schedule handout given to you at registration.

8:30 A.M.

Early Bird Campus Tours, Hagan Campus Center, 2nd floor The last early-bird tour will depart at 8:45 a.m.

9:30 A.M.

Registration, Laska Gymnasium Lobby

Light refreshments, Hagan Campus Center, 1st floor 10:00 A.M.

Welcome Program, Laska Gymnasium

Jessica McCaughey, Director of Undergraduate Recruitment Kaitlyn Calnan ‘24

Gregory Weiner, Provost and Academic Vice President 10:45 A.M.

Academic

Showcases, Various Locations

Biological and Physical Sciences

Testa Science Center, Fuller Auditorium

Grenon School of Business Tsotsis Family Academic Center, Jeanne Y. Curtis Performance Hall

Computer Science, Cybersecurity, and Mathematics Carriage House

Humanities

La Maison Hall

Nursing Richard J. and Sophia Catrambone Health Sciences Center, Room 107

Psychology Kennedy Memorial Hall, Room 119 Sociology and Criminology La Maison Salon

Education Studies

Kennedy Memorial Hall, Room 112

Health Sciences and Human Services

and Rehabilitation Studies

Richard J. and Sophia Catrambone

Health Sciences Center, Room 111

Look for the Assumption students holding the color balloon of the showcase you are interested in attending. They will escort you there upon dismissal!

11:30 A.M. – 1:45 P.M.

Academic and Campus Life Fair, Tsotsis Family Academic Center, Ballroom 11:30 A.M. – 1:45 P.M.

Campus Tours, Plourde Recreation Center Gymnasium The last tour will depart at 1:45 p.m.

11:30 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.

Lunch, Plourde Recreation Center Gymnasium 12:15 – 1:00 P.M.

Assumption University Information Presentation, Laska Gymnasium 1:30 – 2:15 P.M.

Student Panel, Laska Gymnasium

ACADEMIC SHOWCASES BIOLOGICAL AND PHYSICAL SCIENCES

HUMANITIES AT ASSUMPTION

Biological and physical sciences majors at Assumption have

When you study the humanities at Assumption, you’ll choose

Testa Science Center, Fuller Auditorium

access to fully-equipped laboratories in the state-of-the-art

Testa Science Center, cutting-edge undergraduate research opportunities and esteemed faculty who will mentor,

challenge and encourage students to excel. Learn more about biology, biotechnology, chemistry, neuroscience, physics, pre-dental and pre-med.

GRENON SCHOOL OF BUSINESS Tsotsis Family Academic Center,

La Maison Hall

from a breadth of offerings – from English literature to history, theology to philosophy, pre-law to women’s studies and

more – that probe perennial questions of culture, justice,

and human nature. Hear from faculty about how once you discover the area you love, you can explore it through

engaging coursework, independent research opportunities,

and experiential learning and gain a strong foundation for an array of successful and meaningful career paths.

Jeanne Y. Curtis Performance Hall

NURSING

to succeed and a strong grounding in the liberal arts,

Health Sciences Center, Room 107

Gain the business skills and real-world experience needed uniquely positioning you as a well-rounded candidate in

a competitive job environment. For students interested in accounting, economics, fraud examination and forensic accounting, management, marketing, organizational communication, and sport management.

COMPUTER SCIENCE, CYBERSECURITY, AND MATHEMATICS Carriage House

Richard J. and Sophia Catrambone Assumption University offers a direct-admission Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) that prepares students to be

professional nurses who provides high-quality, patient-

centered health care. Our rigorous program of foundational

courses, and nursing courses coupled with clinical education

in acute-care, community-based, and simulation environments

provides a solid education to promote the health of individuals, families and communities across the globe.

Join us to see how greyhounds develop their critical

PSYCHOLOGY

fields of mathematics, computer science, and cybersecurity.

Join faculty for a deep dive into studying psychology at

thinking skills and learn to solve problems in the complex

EDUCATION STUDIES

Kennedy Memorial Hall, Room 112

Students who seek a teaching degree at Assumption are

provided the skills they will need to develop and excel in the

classroom, and to inspire their students. Hear how education

Kennedy Memorial Hall, Room 119

Assumption. You’ll learn more about undergraduate majors

and minors in psychology, as well as Assumption’s graduate programs of study. Faculty will share current research

underway within the department and the opportunities undergraduates have to contribute to those studies.

majors master two disciplines: teaching and their content area.

SOCIOLOGY AND CRIMINOLOGY

HEALTH SCIENCES AND HUMAN SERVICES AND REHABILITATION STUDIES

Learn how sociology and criminology students benefit from

Richard J. and Sophia Catrambone Health Sciences Center, Room 111

Prepare for a career serving others as a health care

professional - with compassion and empathy at the core of everything you do. Learn more about the array of science

classes and laboratory credits available at Assumption, the

hands-on experiences in the life sciences industry of Worcester, and how the health sciences and human services and

rehabilitation studies programs prepare you for a broad range of career opportunities in the growing field of health care.

La Maison Salon

developing an empirical understanding of social structures, social interactions, and the linkages between the two necessary to address today’s complex social issues.

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22. Chorale

2. Rome, Italy, Campus

11. Biological and Physical Sciences

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Neuroscience

23. Sodexo Dining Services

3. Modern and Classical Languages

12. Pre-health advising

24. Residential Life

13. Health Sciences

25. Campus Activities Board

4. SOPHIA Center for Purpose and Vocation 5. Campus Ministry 6. Theology 7. Core Text and Enduring Questions 8. Community Service-Learning 9. Mathematics, Computer Science, and Cybersecurity

14. Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies 15. Sociology and Criminology 16. Psychology 17. Nursing 18. English 19. Public Safety 20. ROTC 21. Art and Music

Student Government Association 26. Office of Student Activities 27. Campus Recreation 28. Athletics Blue & White Sports 29. Grenon School of Business 30. Accounting

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41. Education

32. Economics, Finance and International Business

44. Academic Support Center

33. Graduate Studies

46. Health Services

Dual Degree Programs

42. Library Services 43. COMPASS

45. Student Accessibility 47. Counseling Services

34. Admissions

48. Assumption Parent Association

35. Office of Financial Aid

49. ALANA Network

36. Honors Program

Cross Cultural Center

37. History

50. Library Services

38. Pre-Law Women’s Studies 39. Political Science 40. Philosophy

51. Career Development and Internship Center

SCHOLARSHIPS

ADMISSION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION Nov. 15: Early Decision Application Deadline

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO APPLY

Nov. 15: Early Action Application Deadline

R A completed Common Application

Dec. 15: Early Action II Application Deadline

R A personal statement or essay

Feb. 15: Regular Decision Application

R An official high school transcript

Deadline

Mar. 1: Priority deadline to file the FAFSA 3.4: Average GPA

TUITION AND FEES 2021-2022 (for typical first-year student living on campus)

Tuition: $45,100 Room and Board: $14,068 Fees: $1,575

including senior grades

R A letter of recommendation from a counselor or teacher

R English Proficiency Tests if English

Academic scholarships up to $26,000 per year Audition and interestbased scholarships available

Up to 50 $27,000 per year Light the Way

Scholarships awarded to students who positively impact the world

Go to assumption.edu/ scholarships for a complete list of

scholarship opportunities.

is not your primary language

R If applying to the Froelich School of Nursing, please also submit

an additional essay of intent that demonstrates an interest in

and plans for a career in nursing

Join us for our on-campus and virtual visit opportunities.

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SCAN TO MEET YOUR ADMISSION COUNSELOR!

Get to Know Assumption University ACADEMICS

STUDENT LIFE

STUDENT SUCCESS

• 35 majors / 49 minors

• 2,000 students from 33 states and 11 countries

• 91% of 2020 graduates employed, pursuing additional education, or engaged in service within six months

• 13 graduate programs • Dual and accelerated BA/MA degrees • 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio • Average class size of 20 • 2 new state-of-the-art academic buildings

• 24 NCAA Division II athletic teams • 85% of students live on campus all four years • 2 campuses (Worcester, MA, and Rome, Italy) • 60+ student-run clubs and organizations

RANKINGS AND RECOGNITION • “Best Regional University” U.S. News & World Report • “Best 387 Colleges in the Nation” The Princeton Review • “Best Value” U.S. News & World Report

• 81% of 2021 graduates participated in research, internships, service learning and/ or student teaching opportunities • 26,000+ jobs and internships posted in the 2020-2021 academic year

• Division for Student Success focused on providing student support • 800+ individual appointments, student drop-in appointments, and virtual resume reviews in the 20202021 academic year • 60+ employers participating in the career and internship fairs in the 2020-2021 academic year

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10 Emmanuel House

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4 Alumni Hall

3 Taylor Dining Hall

2 Bishop Wright Hall

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32 Dion Hall

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PARKING LEGEND