Sri Lanka Bombings and Christianity on Assumption Campus

By Gina Ledonne: On Easter Sunday, April 21 of 2019, a total of six buildings were targeted in a series of suicide bombings: three Christian churches and luxury hotels. The bombings took place in Sri Lanka's capital city of Colombo. A total of 253 people were killed, with at least 500 injured in these attacks. …

What programs are in store for Assumption University?

By Gina Ledonne: Late last month, I had the pleasure of attending President Cesareo’s Student Forum in Tsotsis Ballroom to discuss Assumption’s transition to University status. The discussion began at 5:00pm. President Cesareo was presented by Assumption student Neydi Ramirez. After the introduction, Cesareo began by giving the audience a brief overview of himself and …

Eating Disorders among College Students

By Gina Ledonne: Mental health awareness is a widely growing topic not only in the country, but worldwide. Depression, OCD, anxiety and so many more are being treated and recognized more exclusively, and the negative stigma surrounding them is greatly diminishing. However, one of the most common, yet disgustingly stigmatized mental illnesses are eating disorders. …

Suspicious Death of Worcester Woman Remains a Mystery

By Gina LeDonne: The body of 46-year-old Sheila DeSimone was found just outside the donation bins at the Salvation Army in Worcester. Her body was discovered on January 7, 2019. As of now, there is no conclusive ruling of death for DeSimone. The cause of death is pending the Medical Examiner's report and toxicology report. …