Where to Start Rooting out Higher Education's Inequities
February 24, 2021
President Alexander penned an op-ed for University Business Magazine on the ways that structural and institutional racism have perpetuated educational achievement gaps
Students Accepted into COSMA Honor Society
February 23, 2021
Five students were recognized by the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation (COSMA) at annual conference
From Lasell to the Capitol to the Super Bowl: You Never Know Who Might Visit Campus
February 10, 2021
Reflections on inaugural poet Amanda Gorman’s visit to Lasell University
Equity and Inclusion in the Classroom
January 29, 2021
Students studying education receive badges from Harvard Agile Teacher Lab in equitable academic discussions
Following the Facts
January 20, 2021
Lasell University to host webinar with GBH, Museum of Science, and Lasell Village experts on community impact of COVID-19
Symposium On Demand
January 11, 2021
Virtual fall symposium showcases student career readiness in dynamic digital format
Lasell Joins Boston Consortium for Higher Education
January 05, 2021
The organization’s Board of Directors unanimously voted to admit Lasell as a member institution
21 Things We're Looking Forward to in 2021
December 22, 2020
A holiday message and wish for the new year by and for the Lasell University community
An Insider’s Guide to Government
December 09, 2020
Federal and state officials share career lessons in politics with Lasell students
Take Back the Night Goes Hybrid
December 04, 2020
Lasell’s annual event recognizing survivors of domestic and sexual violence carries on amid pandemic
Leaves: The Magazine of Lasell University (Fall 2020)
November 30, 2020
Read about the resilience of our 2020 graduates, find out what your favorite faculty have been up to, and reconnect with classmates through class notes
Fuel to the Fire
November 23, 2020
Lasell University’s fall sports season was cancelled, but the drive to compete endured
COVID-19 Couples
November 19, 2020
Boston25 News spoke with Professor Sarahbeth Golden on the impact of COVID-19 on couples living and/or working at home together
Lasell University Provost and Board of Trustees Chair Recognized for Outstanding Leadership
November 17, 2020
Eric Turner and Keon Holmes were named to the Newton-Needham Regional Chamber's list of the 50 most influential business people of color
Lasell University Combats COVID-19
November 12, 2020
Unwavering commitment to safety meets a flexible approach to higher education as Lasell community works in harmony to reduce risk
Lasell Village President Anne Doyle Honored by The Boston Globe
November 09, 2020
The Globe Magazine’s 2020 list of Top 100 Women-Led Businesses included Lasell Village for the second year in a row
Lasell Village Appoints New Trustees
October 28, 2020
Three health care professionals named to Board of Trustees at on-campus continuing care retirement community
Lasell Receives Davis Educational Foundation Grant
October 26, 2020
The three-year grant will support an initiative that brings together professionally focused academic work with exploration and discovery in the arts and sciences
Where There's a Will, There's a Virtual Runway
October 23, 2020
Boston Fashion Week partners with Lasell University School of Fashion to showcase senior student collections
Psi Chi Recognizes Lasell University as Model Chapter
October 20, 2020
The international honor society in psychology acknowledged the chapter’s growth and commitment to excellence in science
Inside Lasell University's COVID Testing Program
October 16, 2020
NBC10 Boston spoke with Lasell University students, Director of Health Services Richard Arnold, and President Michael B. Alexander about COVID protocols
A Successful Start
October 08, 2020
Lasell University welcomes new students, embraces “new normal,” and demonstrates how to think about collective health and safety
Professor Sarahbeth Golden speaks with Boston 25 News about Pew Research Center study
October 05, 2020
The study found that, for the first time since the Great Depression, the majority of young adults in the United States are living with their parents
Just For Kicks
October 01, 2020
Nike Innovation Footwear Developer Elizabeth Brock-Jones joins Lasell certificate program faculty
Designing Shoes and Lives
September 11, 2020
After a successful 30 years at Nike, Mike Friton teaches Footwear Design certificate courses at Lasell
Lasell University COVID-19 Dashboard
September 09, 2020
Lasell introduces a comprehensive dashboard that will provide timely information on the number of individuals tested for COVID-19 as well as the results
Summer Internship Support
September 01, 2020
Student recipients of annual internship stipend talk about their experiences
Global Footwear Engineering
August 26, 2020
Professor Kathleen Grevers and footwear leaders dive into the future of the industry
18 Facts in (One Minute and) 51 Seconds
August 24, 2020
Lasell leadership shares protocols and rules for campus life, testing, and more during COVID-19
A Summer Like No Other
August 19, 2020
Lasell students share stories of how they stayed active during an unusual summer
Lasell University Names Chrystal Porter Vice President of Graduate and Professional Studies
July 30, 2020
Porter comes to Lasell from Endicott College where she was a faculty member in Sport Management and a senior administrator
Adventures in Online Learning
July 23, 2020
Lasell Works cohort shares tips after a year of remote instruction
Lasell University Names Eric Turner Provost
July 21, 2020
Vice President of Graduate and Professional Studies and longtime Lasell supporter appointed to senior academic position
Fall Choice Deadline Extended; Intercollegiate Sports Updated
July 16, 2020
Lasell University provides an update on the Fall 2020 semester
Paws for a Cause
July 13, 2020
Lasell School of Fashion students style Lahey Hospital therapy dogs for local fundraiser
Age-Friendly Campuses in Higher Education
July 01, 2020
RoseMary B. Fuss Center for Research on Aging and Intergenerational Studies receives $100K grant
Virtual Classrooms
June 23, 2020
Early childhood education adopted a new look at Rockwell Preschool and The Barn this spring
Dr. Claudia Rinaldi Honored with Joan Weiler Arnow Professorship
June 19, 2020
The University’s Program Chair of Education is the first Latina to be named an Arnow professor
Fall 2020 Plan
June 17, 2020
We are excited to announce that we plan to open the campus this fall to resident and commuter students for the 2020-2021 academic year
Accountability and Action
June 15, 2020
Lasell community members discuss racism and share resources on step-by-step improvements
Leaves Magazine: Spring 2020 Issue
June 11, 2020
Read about sustainability habits, first-gen students, alumni class notes, and updates from campus in the digital version of Leaves
A Sudden Career Change
June 10, 2020
Alumna Sam Killen '18 G'19 pivots her work from athletic training to helping COVID-19 patients
Keeping Clients Fit During the Pandemic by Going Virtual
May 26, 2020
Professor Nancy Waldron's entrepreneurship expertise is highlighted in The New York Times' story on small business changes during the pandemic
Tribute 2020
May 21, 2020
Lasell University creates and donates PPE to healthcare workers and community members in honor of graduating class
Amid Social Distancing, Alum at Zoom Keeps People Connected
May 19, 2020
Greg Koch '05 is an account executive for Zoom's education team
Fashion Ethics Education
May 13, 2020
Students create TED-Ed lessons on sustainability in the fashion industry
Nurse Rebeka Costa '16 returns to work
May 08, 2020
After her bout with COVID-19, she is back at Massachusetts General Hospital caring for coronavirus patients
Fall 2020 Update
May 07, 2020
Lasell University will empower students and their families to consider a variety of options that best meet their academic, social, and financial needs
Masks, temperature checks, and sanitized dice
May 05, 2020
Professor Dina Tanvuia spoke with the Boston Globe about the future of Massachusetts casinos in the time of COVID-19
Lead the Way, Lasers
May 01, 2020
Annual student awards banquet honors students, clubs, and faculty for campus leadership and service
Earth Day at 50: A Conversation with Michael B. Alexander
April 23, 2020
Lasell University President shares memories of Earth Day 1970, guidance for the future
Lasell Stands (Virtually) Together
April 21, 2020
The University’s Relay for Life and White Ribbon campaigns unite community from afar
Mass. Colleges, Universities Discuss Impact Of Online Education
April 14, 2020
President Michael B. Alexander and other higher education leaders talk with WBZ Radio about online education during the COVID-19 pandemic
Lasell Votes
April 13, 2020
Campus organizers aid students with voter registration and absentee ballots to increase civic engagement
Onward, Online
April 07, 2020
Academic Achievement Center shares tips and resources for remote learning success
Research Granted
April 01, 2020
Lasell Undergraduate Research Excellence Grant awarded to five inaugural projects
Inside Access: A Lasell VIP
March 30, 2020
Alumni entrepreneur Brandon Gilson ’12 takes corporate entertainment to a new level
Physical Distancing, Social Connecting
March 26, 2020
President Michael B. Alexander shares an op-ed in University Business Magazine about building connections in the midst of a pandemic
Global Sustainability
March 23, 2020
Honors Program student research amplifies values, recommends best practices for sustainable and ethical behavior
COVID-19 Housing + Campus Update
March 17, 2020
Lasell University residence halls to remain open; other buildings to have restricted access, including dining facilities. Full update available at link in headline.
Community Focus on Homelessness
March 09, 2020
Lasell’s Center for Community-Based Learning hosts Lunch and Learn with local partners
Dr. James Muller Selected as Lasell University Commencement Speaker
March 05, 2020
The Nobel Prize-winning physician, activist, and entrepreneur will address graduates in May 2020
The Benefit of Trust
March 04, 2020
Lasell alumna Jessimina Jean ’19 finds fulfillment in beneficiary trust administration
Lasell University Students Participate in State Collegiate DECA Competition
February 28, 2020
Five Lasers will compete on the national level this spring
Laser Love
February 14, 2020
Four couples share stories of finding their soulmate at Lasell University
Young Couples Live Together and Forego Marriage at Higher Rates Than Ever
February 13, 2020
Psychology Professor Sarahbeth Golden talks with Boston 25 News about behavioral shifts in marriage and cohabitation
A Component of Honor
February 11, 2020
Lasell University honors program student share self-designed research
Lasell's "Shooting" Star
February 04, 2020
Senior Allie Clancy '20 talks about her internship at the TD Garden control room
Sustainable and Ethical Service in Antigua
January 24, 2020
Read blog entries from Lasell students who traveled to Antigua and Barbuda for a Shoulder to Shoulder program in January 2020
International Service Learning in Vietnam
January 22, 2020
Read blog entries from Lasell students who traveled to Da Nang, Vietnam, for a Shoulder to Shoulder program in January 2020
Actions Speak Louder Than Words
January 15, 2020
Lasell students intern at nonprofit More Than Words – a social enterprise that empowers young adults
It's All Fun and Games
January 13, 2020
Intramural sports expand opportunities for physical activity and wellness
Professor Dina Tanvuia Talks Automated Bartending with Boston Globe
January 10, 2020
Encore plans to replace some behind-the-scenes bartenders with machines; Tanvuia weighs in
We're Happiest at Lasell When ...
December 16, 2019
No matter where you are this holiday season, know that you are part of the Lasell University family.
International Service Learning in Belfast
December 12, 2019
A Lasell course - Global Engagement Through Sport, Health, and Fitness - took a trip to Belfast, Northern Ireland over Thanksgiving
Reconnected On Stage
December 10, 2019
Lasell University and Regis College perform joint production of Children of Eden under direction of alumna Jamie Nicole Imperato ‘15
New England Free Jacks Partners With Lasell University
December 06, 2019
New collaboration focuses on internships and education
Leaves Magazine Available Online
November 25, 2019
The fall 2019 issue of Leaves, the magazine of Lasell University, is now available in print and online
Big Meetings in the Big Apple
November 22, 2019
School of Fashion participates in LVMH think-tank on sustainability
From Novice to Master
November 20, 2019
Lasell Village resident creates ceramic chess set inspired by multicultural campus
There's a New Type of Senior on College Campuses
November 18, 2019
Anne Doyle, president of Lasell Village, speaks with The Wall Street Journal about university-based retirement communities (subscription required to read)
Anne Doyle Honored for Leadership by Boston Globe
November 08, 2019
Doyle, the President of Lasell Village, was named as one of 100 women leading businesses and nonprofits in Massachusetts
A Week to Remember
October 11, 2019
Lasell University students, alumni, and faculty shine at Boston Fashion Week
Philanthropy at its Finest
October 07, 2019
Community donor provides $15,000 in stipend funding for students with unpaid summer internships
Viewpoint: National Rhetoric Requires Leaders to Respond
October 04, 2019
President Michael B. Alexander penned an op-ed for the Boston Business Journal, in which he discusses the role of college presidents in today's political climate
Are Meat Substitutes a Healthier Option Than the Real Thing?
October 01, 2019
Marisa Hastie, professor of exercise science, talks with Boston 25 News about the nutritional perks and takeaways of the Impossible Burger and Beyond Meat
UBelong at LasellU
September 26, 2019
University kicks off new semester with campus-wide celebration
At Colleges, What's Old Is New: Retirees Living on Campus
September 12, 2019
Anne Doyle, President of Lasell Village, is interviewed by The New York Times about the success of retirement communities on university campuses
New Year, New Faculty
September 06, 2019
Three new full-time faculty and a visiting professor join the Lasell University community
Kenneth Calhoun Publishes Work in Award-Winning Literary Journal
August 29, 2019
Calhoun, associate professor of graphic design and department chair for art and graphic design, was published in Plougshares
Plot Your Course
August 21, 2019
New classes for the fall include topics in mathematical design, global fitness, social movements, and more
Lasell College Moves to University Status
August 15, 2019
Lasell College announced that it has been granted university status by the State Board of Higher Education.
Confusing "sell by" dates contributing to high food waste
August 01, 2019
Boston 25 News spoke with Professor Marisa Hastie about potential FDA changes to grocery industry jargon
Jose Guitian '09 named to GNAC Hall of Fame
August 01, 2019
Guitian, a star alumnus of Lasell's men's basketball team, will be inducted into the Great Northeast Athletic Conference Hall of Fame on August 7
Leaves Magazine Spring 2019 Now Online
July 11, 2019
The latest issue of Leaves, the magazine of Lasell College, is now online. Read about work-life balance, "going global" in higher education, and more.
Achievement Unlocked
July 09, 2019
Associate Professor Zane Zheng receives Early Career Achievement Award from American Psychological Association
With Highest Distinction
June 18, 2019
Marisa Hastie named American College of Sports Medicine fellow
Students Present to Fan Association of North America
June 13, 2019
Fashion Collection interns disseminate research at national conference
An Unsung Hero
June 10, 2019
Lasell senior lacrosse captain honored nationally by One Love Foundation
Equity in Education: Boston 25 News
June 06, 2019
Education professor Claudia Rinaldi talks with Boston 25 News about her part in bridging the diversity gap between Massachusetts students and their teachers
Service Learning Program in Ecuador
May 30, 2019
The 2019 Shoulder to Shoulder international service learning program in Ecuador shares thoughts from their time with local businesses and communities on their blog
Across the Generations, A Campaign Emerges to Counter Age Segregation
May 20, 2019
The Boston Globe reports on intergenerational and Age-Friendly University initiatives between Lasell College and Lasell Village
“You Have Not Backed Down Yet”
May 14, 2019
Lasell College celebrates the Class of 2019 at 165th Commencement exercises
Lasell College Featured on New England Cable News' CEO Corner
May 06, 2019
Host Brian Burnell spoke with President Michael B. Alexander, Associate Professor Claudia Rinaldi, and SGA President James Kappatos
A Living Lab
April 30, 2019
Lasell Alternative Break (LAB) projects offer a unique take on community service
A Plus: Professor Neil Hatem Spends Sabbatical Helping High School Juniors Prepare for the SAT
April 25, 2019
WCVB News Channel 5 interviewed the associate professor of mathematics about his community efforts
Symposium Sneak Peek
April 18, 2019
A closer look at new and interactive events at the College’s annual Spring Connected Learning Symposium
Innovation in Higher Education
April 17, 2019
President Michael B. Alexander spoke with Chronicle at WCVB Channel 5 about Lasell Works, Lasell Village, and the College's continued success
Living and Learning with Dementia
April 16, 2019
Students use creative storytelling to connect with neighbors at Lasell Studios’ supportive living residence
Alumna’s fashion line to launch at Macy’s
April 08, 2019
Lindsay Tia Reilly ’13 will showcase pieces from her Bravery Brand at select stores
Do More, Learn More, Be More
April 03, 2019
School of Business Day welcomes industry leaders, awards startup funding at inaugural
"I Remain Bullish on the Future of Higher Education"
March 15, 2019
President Michael B. Alexander published an op-ed with the Newton-Needham Regional Chamber
In Pursuit of Truth
March 08, 2019
COMDay 2019 hosts Dan Shaughnessy, Hank Phillippi Ryan, industry professionals at Lasell
Congressman Joe Kennedy III Announced as Lasell College Commencement Speaker
March 06, 2019
Kennedy will address the class of 2019 at the College's 165th Commencement ceremony on May 11, 2019
A Fashionable Upgrade
February 26, 2019
Lasell College Fashion Collection launches new online catalogue
Intergenerational Event Focuses on Art that Combines Craftsmanship With Writing
February 19, 2019
Professor of Art and Graphic Design Margo Lemieux and students in her Drawing II course met with residents at Lasell Village for a "Talk of Ages" event that focused on...
A Seat at the Table
February 12, 2019
Michael Quackenbush is committed to inclusion through Lasell College’s dining services
A Leader Emerges
February 08, 2019
Melissa Vasquez '20 awarded grant to attend prestigious athletic training conference
Lasell College: People on the Move
February 04, 2019
Personnel updates include the College's inaugural director of Lasell Works
A Trial Run
January 29, 2019
Lasell students prepare for regional mock trial tournament at New England invitational
Lasell President Michael B. Alexander Profiled in the Boston Business Journal
January 25, 2019
The publication's executive profile on Alexander highlights the College's strong financial standing and cost-savings initiatives for students
Service Learning Trip to Vietnam
January 22, 2019
On our Shoulder to Shoulder service learning trip to Vietnam, students shared daily thoughts, interactions, and experiences in Da Nang at the SOS Children's Village
Service Learning Trip to Antigua
January 17, 2019
Lasell students are in Antigua on a Shoulder to Shoulder service learning trip, working to break down classroom barriers and immersing in the local community
Helping English Language Learners Succeed with a Multi-tiered System of Support
January 03, 2019
Associate Professor and Program Director of Education Claudia Rinaldi shares framework to support ELLs via Colorín Colorado, a bilingual education resource