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
Mask Up, Lasers!
September 29, 2020
Who do you wear your mask for? Members of the Lasell community share their reasons for masking up on and off campus.
Lasell Votes Commemorates Nat'l Voter Registration Day
September 23, 2020
The campus civic engagement initiative helps eligible students register and make plans to vote
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
A Statement from Lasell University President Michael B. Alexander
June 01, 2020
"As far as we have come, we still have a long ways to go to achieve justice for all."
Telehealth to the Rescue
May 28, 2020
Lasell student-athletes and athletic trainers unite on digital platforms
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
"Making" a Difference
April 16, 2020
Lasell fashion alumnae create masks, headbands, and more to keep communities safe during the COVID-19 pandemic
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
Peace, Love, and Protest
February 06, 2020
President Michael B. Alexander loans 1970s men’s ensemble to Lasell Fashion Collection
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
How Retailers are Speeding Up Fashion Cycles and Increasing Refuse
January 14, 2020
School of Fashion Dean Anne Trevenen talks with Boston 25 News about fast fashion and sustainability
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
studio1851
January 07, 2020
Lasell’s fashion boutique launches its first brick-and-mortar storefront
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
Fashion Class Merges Textile Technique with Historic Costume Trends
December 20, 2018
Students blend lessons from local fashion historian with hands-on patternmaking to create paper garments
Tuition that goes down over four years? It's true at Lasell
December 18, 2018
President Michael B. Alexander talks about Lasell Works with The Boston Globe
Leaves Fall 2018
December 14, 2018
The College's latest issue of Leaves Magazine is now available to read online.
Inclusive Learning in Action
December 12, 2018
Fall Connected Learning Symposium highlights student research, projects, and performances
Lasell College Names New Vice President of Development and Alumni Relations
December 10, 2018
Chelsea Gwyther brings with her 20 years of experience working with higher education and nonprofit institutions
Spring into a New Semester
December 05, 2018
New and experimental courses at Lasell College to launch in January
A Fund for Future Teachers
November 19, 2018
Lasell College launches scholarship to fund teacher diversity initiative
Disconnect to Connect
November 09, 2018
Lasell College encourages community outreach on Founder’s Day
Unity Makes Strength
November 07, 2018
Students organize “Hope for Haiti” performing arts exposition and fundraiser
Arnow Campus Center Re-Opens
October 30, 2018
Newly renovated space includes expanded dining options, student lounge space.
Expert Advice
October 26, 2018
Federal law enforcement representatives discuss career options with students
Extra, Extra: Learn All About It
October 23, 2018
Students meet with media and journalism professionals in Washington, D.C.
Lasell College Announces Collaboration with Google
October 17, 2018
Google-designed computer and data science courses, hands-on experiences now available to Lasell undergrads
Psychology Lab Garners Accolades
October 05, 2018
Professor Zane Zheng guides student research in cognition and aging
Professor Featured on WBZ NewsRadio
September 28, 2018
Justice Studies Program Chair Linda Bucci comments on judiciary hearing
Open to All
September 26, 2018
Lasell College welcomes students to utilize new Intercultural Center and Commuter Cottage
Back from the Big Leagues
September 21, 2018
NESN’s Next Producer winner shares inside scoop on summer internship
From Student to Partner, and Back Again
September 19, 2018
Lasell alumnus returns for graduate degree through Boston Ski and Sports Club partnership
See You Later, Student Loans!
September 12, 2018
Lasell graduate pays off student debt in record time
A Record-Breaking Start
September 06, 2018
Lasell College launches new programs, welcomes Class of 2022
Newton, Massachusetts Ranked Seventh Safest College Town in America
August 29, 2018
Lasell has called Newton home since 1851
Lasell Professor Interviewed on NPR re: MGM Casino Opening
August 24, 2018
Professor Paul DeBole offers his expertise to All Things Considered
Ecuador Service-Learning Trip 2018
June 07, 2018
Lasell students are on the Shoulder-to-Shoulder service-learning trip to Ecuador. Follow their experiences on their blog.
Tanzania Service Learning Trip 2018
June 05, 2018
Lasell students are on the Shoulder-to-Shoulder service-learning trip to Tanzania. Follow their experiences on their blog.
Leaves Spring 2018
May 30, 2018
The College's latest issue of Leaves Magazine is now available to read online.
Winner Takes All
May 24, 2018
Lasell student Allie Clancy named winner of the NESN Next Producer competition
Fashion by Design
May 23, 2018
A closer look at one student's design process and final product from the 2018 runway show
One Night for One Love
May 16, 2018
Lasell College personnel acknowledged for strides in community education on relationship behaviors
A Cast of Characters
May 11, 2018
Undergraduate students adorn on-campus childcare center with barnyard themed mural
Sport Management Students Step Up to the Plate
May 09, 2018
Lasell’s Sport Management Association (SMA) and affiliated academic department host local conference, prepare for presentations at National Baseball Hall of Fame
From the State House to the Classroom
May 07, 2018
Massachusetts Secretary of Housing and Economic Development talks municipal issues, government structure with Lasell students
One for the Books
April 30, 2018
Lasell College participates in annual intercollegiate poetry festival at Boston College
Let’s Talk About Aging
April 27, 2018
Massachusetts Gerontology Association to host annual conference at Lasell, featuring keynote on reframing the public conversation on aging
Patchwork in Progress
April 25, 2018
Students lead Denim Day to increase awareness of sexual misconduct issues
The Weight of Our Words
April 23, 2018
Former American Civil Liberties Union President Nadine Strossen emphasizes free speech over censorship in front of campus audience
Community Fills Up to Fight Hunger
April 20, 2018
Lasell College Empty Bowls Club engages community on local hunger issues
Lasell College Expands its Science Program With Two New Majors, Hires Mount Ida Faculty to Meet Increased Demand
April 19, 2018
Lasell College today announced that it will adopt academic programs in biology and applied forensic science from Mount Ida College
Steps Toward Success
April 18, 2018
President Michael B. Alexander talks with first-year students about navigating their time at Lasell
Community Engagement at the Boston Marathon
April 12, 2018
Lasell College students to provide medical assistance as runners raise scholarship funds at iconic race
Lasers Lead the Way
April 10, 2018
New orientation leaders share motivation for welcoming the class of 2022
Lasell Professor Featured in New York Times
April 05, 2018
Lasell Professor Claudia Rinaldi and her work with Lasell's "Pathways to Teacher Diversity" was featured in the New York Times
A Journey Through Time
April 03, 2018
New campus exhibit uses photography and fashion to reflect years past
A Coach’s Perspective
March 30, 2018
Dante Scarnecchia shares lessons learned from more than 30 years in the NFL
Gratitude Abounds
March 27, 2018
Third annual Thank-A-Giver Day will commemorate contributions to the Lasell community
Art for All Ages
March 20, 2018
Lasell Village and Holway Child Study Centers partner on joint exhibit
Roll Out the Red Carpet
March 16, 2018
Student filmmakers to share NESN Next Producer episodes with Lasell community as competition draws to a close
Donato Tramuto to Deliver Lasell College 2018 Commencement Address
March 13, 2018
Healthcare innovator to address graduates, receive honorary degree in May
Industry Insight
February 28, 2018
Alumni panels, keynote speakers, and job fairs broaden career opportunities for students
Sustainable Campus Initiatives
February 21, 2018
Green efforts at Lasell College highlighted in New England facilities publication
Fashion Feedback
February 15, 2018
Students share garments with industry professionals at annual portfolio review
President Alexander Featured in New England Journal of Higher Education
February 13, 2018
John O. Harney interviews President Michael Alexander on Lasell's plans "to challenge the higher education business model."
Two Programs Recognized for Excellence
February 05, 2018
Lasell’s business and education departments acknowledged by Colleges of Distinction
Students Vie for NESN's Next Producer Top Prize
February 01, 2018
Two student films selected among top 12 in NESN’s Next Producer Competition
A Happy Accident: Lasell’s First Intergenerational Play
January 26, 2018
Rockwell Preschool and Lasell Village participants take the stage
Internships Propel Lasell College to Top 10 List
January 18, 2018
U.S. News & World Report names Lasell among top colleges for internship experience
MLL Partners with Lasell University
January 08, 2018
Lasell University has been named the preferred internship and academic partner of Major League Lacrosse.
Former Lasell President Remembered for a Powerful Albeit Brief Tenure
January 02, 2018
Vincent Claud De Baun passed away on December 16, 2017, at the age of 91
A First-Class Achievement
December 18, 2017
Corrinne Hennessey ’18 and Christina Tomasik ’20 run inaugural She’s the First Leadership Conference at Lasell
Leaves Magazine: Fall 2017
December 14, 2017
The fall 2017 issue of Leaves, the magazine of Lasell College, is now available online as well as in print
A Joint Effort
December 08, 2017
Working with community volunteers, Lasell’s student athletic trainers treated a host of aches and pains
A Question of Justice
December 06, 2017
Guest speaker Adam Foss urges public activism to tackle criminal justice reform
New Building Opening Draws Attention
November 13, 2017
President Michael B. Alexander is quoted in the Boston Business Journal citing the significance of the new space for Lasell students
New Science and Technology Center Expands Learning Opportunities
November 01, 2017
The Lasell campus community celebrated the opening of its newest cutting-edge facility on Halloween.
Lasell College Launches Program to Reduce Cost of Tuition, Increase Student Professional Development
October 11, 2017
Lasell Works will enable students to pursue their degree at a declining tuition rate over four years of study.
Lower Cost Models for Independent Colleges Consortium (LCMC) Receives Gates Foundation Support
October 04, 2017
The consortium was formed in January 2017 and is hosted at Lasell College.
Lasell Freshman Wins $75K for Junior Achievement Team at FedEx Junior Business Challenge
September 29, 2017
Briana Muller represented Lasell College in the national finals of the FedEx Junior Business Challenge, where she and her team won first place.
Lasell Vice President of Student Affairs Named President of Project STEP Board
September 26, 2017
Diane Austin, Lasell's Vice President of Student Affairs, was appointed as Project STEP's newest Board president.
Local Alumna Launches New Fashion Line
September 18, 2017
The Boston Globe highlighted Boston-area alumna Meghan Hughes' latest line, Wild Child, as "down to earth, with lines that let people focus on attitude and style."
Fashion and Satire Exhibit Opens in NYC
September 08, 2017
Professor Jill Carey's collaborative exhibit with students moves to the Museum of the Society of Illustrators in New York City.
Lasell Fashion Alumna Opens Boston-Area Showroom
August 24, 2017
Lindsay Tia Reilly '13 talks about the newest addition to her fashion line – a styling lounge called The Cue, with the Boston Herald.
Lasell Associate Vice President and Dean Receives Eugene O’Neill Medallion
August 10, 2017
Steven Bloom, Lasell College’s Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of Undergraduate Education, received the Eugene O’Neill Medallion.
Lasell Athlete Nominated NCAA Woman of the Year
July 05, 2017
Lasell's own Mack Kingman was nominated as the 2017 NCAA Woman of the Year
Lasell Alum Wins Fashion Vanguard Award
June 29, 2017
Lasell Alum DaShaun Hightower won the 2017 Out Fashion Vanguard Award.
Touring Lasell's New Academic Building
June 21, 2017
Lasell College's new state-of-the-art academic building was toured by construction students from Wentworth Institute of Technology.
Lasell Professor Opens Exhibit with the Boston Mayor’s Office
June 21, 2017
Lasell Professor Dana Janbek contributed to the Faces of Syrian Refugees exhibit featured at Boston City Hall.
Lasell Offers Cost-Saving Alternatives
June 13, 2017
President Michael Alexander speaks about the cost-saving alternatives at Lasell
Lasell Professors Present at the Costume Society of America
June 06, 2017
Lasell Professors of Fashion Lynn Blake and Jill Carey presented the Lasell Catalogue of Artistry in Fashion at the Costume Society of America
Lasell Professor Featured on Boston 25 News
May 30, 2017
Lasell Professor Dana Janbek, Ph.D., was featured on Boston 25 News, discussing her research as an expert on terrorism.
3D Printing at Lasell
May 24, 2017
The Lasell College IT Department introduces 3D Printing services for students.
Wynn Boston Harbor and Lasell College Partner on Innovative Educational Venture
May 16, 2017
Unique Program Will Prepare Students, Employees for Successful Careers in the Hospitality Industry
Pioneering Sports Journalist Lesley Visser Delivers Lasell College Commencement Address
May 15, 2017
Lesley Visser, a pioneering broadcast sports journalist and media personality, delivered 2017 Commencement Address
Lasell Inducts First Chapter of Eta Sigma Delta
May 03, 2017
The Lasell Hospitality and Event Management program inducted its first members into Lasell’s chapter of Eta Sigma Delta.
Lasell Inducts First Chapter of Delta Mu Delta
April 21, 2017
Lasell inducted its first members into Delta Mu Delta International Honor Society in Business.
Lasell Professor Featured on Fox25 News
April 11, 2017
Lasell Professor Dana Janbek, Ph.D., was featured on Fox25 News, discussing her research on the radicalization of young men.
The Team Takes a Stand
April 03, 2017
The Lasell Men’s Lacrosse team ran a White Ribbon Campaign to stand up against gender-based violence.
MS in Criminal Justice is Now Quinn Bill Certified
March 29, 2017
Lasell is one of seven schools in the Commonwealth to be Quinn Bill certified at the graduate level.
Fashion and Architecture
March 23, 2017
Fashion Professor Jill Carey, M.Ed., and her students will explore the relationship between fashion and architecture.
Lesley Visser to Deliver 2017 Commencement Address
March 01, 2017
Lesley Visser, a pioneering broadcast sports journalist and media personality, will deliver 2017 Commencement Address
Omanovic Chosen as Jostens Tropy Finalist
March 01, 2017
Senior guard Armin Omanovic has been selected as on of 10 finalists for the prestigious Jostens Trophy
Great Never Stops Seeking
February 27, 2017
Jo-Anne Baxter G'15, Director of Public Relations and Sponsorships of the Boston Children's Museum, credits her experience at Lasell to allowing her to look at the Mus...
Men's Basketball Punches Ticket to GNAC Championship
February 24, 2017
For the first time since 2008, the third-seeded Lasell College men's basketball team will play for a Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC) championship.
Hospitality Day 2017
February 23, 2017
The Lasell Hospitality Department is pleased to annouce that Jill Tate and Milton Herbert will be the keynote speakers at the third annual Hospitality Day.
McMahon Sends Men's Basketball to GNAC Semifinal
February 22, 2017
Lasell's Men's Basketball team score six points in the final two minutes for a 76-74 win over Emmanuel College.
It Takes a Team
February 16, 2017
The Lasell men's lacrosse team partnered with Professor Karin Raye and REACH Beyond Domestic Violence to raise awarencess of sexual violence.
Fashion and Satire
February 14, 2017
Professor Jill Carey and her students opened a Fashion and Satire exhibit at Rosecliff Manions in Newport, Rhode Island, and published an accompanying book.
COMDAY 2017
February 10, 2017
The Lasell Communciation Department is pleased to annouce that Alan Ives will be the keynote speaker at the fifth annual COMDay.
Lasell Athletics Introduces Hall of Fame
February 06, 2017
The induction of the inaugural class will take place October 13, 2017.
Lasell Community Rallies to Fight Hunger
February 03, 2017
Lasell student and Sodexo employee Peter Eyong spearheads an initiative to raise awareness for hunger relief.
Omanovic Passes 1,000 Point Milestone at Lasell
January 21, 2017
Lasell senior becomes the 12th Laser to surpass the 1,000 point total level in just one and half seasons
Pursuing Great, Abroad
January 12, 2017
Lasell students take part in service learning trips to Vietnam and Antigua to work with local schools and immerse themselves in the culture.
Lasell Small Business Institute Awards Grants to Budding Entrepreneurs
December 08, 2016
A social media/live streaming platform, a website featuring artwork and custom designed apparel and a new sports website for the Boston fan. These are the winning idea...
Connected Learning Symposium Connects Students with Work in the Field
December 07, 2016
In keeping with a semi-annual Lasell tradition, an all-day showcase celebrating the Fall semester’s best individual and collective student work drew crowds to de Witt ...
Women's Soccer Standout Becomes First Female All-American from Lasell
December 06, 2016
Lasell College Women's Soccer standout and senior defender Mack Kingman has been named to the National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA) NCAA Division III ...
Lasell Students, Professors Prepare for Connected Learning Symposium
December 05, 2016
Lasell’s fall showcase of projects, internships, performances and events takes place Dec. 6 when presenters will demonstrate how the College’s Connected Learning educa...
Domestic Violence Advocacy Class Organizes Take Back the Night
November 30, 2016
Across the country, communities will hold Take Back the Night events to raise awareness about domestic abuse and violence this year. On Lasell’s campus, students from ...
Lasell Launches Teaching Program to Addresses Classroom Language Barrier for ELL Students with Disabilities
November 29, 2016
By 2023, minority students who speak a language other than English at home will represent nearly 30% of all students enrolled in U.S. schools. Teachers instructing thi...
Donahue Scholar Gives Insight into Ally Behavior, Advocating for Social Justice
November 21, 2016
Distinguished Donahue Scholar, Asian American Studies expert and Director of the Transnational Community and Cultural Studies graduate program at the University of Mas...
President Alexander Joins College and University Leaders in Letter to President-elect Trump
November 18, 2016
President Michael B. Alexander has joined more than 100 presidents of colleges and universities across the nation have signed onto an open letter to President-elect Tr...
Saudi Ambassador Visits with Students at Lasell
November 17, 2016
Saudi Arabia’s Ambassador to the US, Prince Abdullah bin Faisal bin Turki Al Saud, who was visiting the Boston area Nov. 12-14, met with a group of approximately 40 Sa...
Free Speech the Topic at Presidential Speaker Series
November 14, 2016
Award-winning author Charles Slack will discuss his recent book, Liberty’s First Crisis: Adams, Jefferson and the Misfits Who Saved Free Speech, at a Lasell College Pr...
Women's Soccer Wins 7th Straight GNAC Championship
November 07, 2016
For the seventh consecutive season, the Lasell College women's soccer team is headed to the NCAA Tournament after the Lasers earned a dramatic 2-1 victory over third-s...
Students, Lasell Villagers Get Out the Vote
November 04, 2016
In an intergenerational class project, students of Lecturer Howard Shoklin’s Media Relations class have worked in recent weeks to “get out the vote” ahead of the Presi...
Helping Others while Enduring Tragedy
November 02, 2016
The students know him simply as Peter. His goal: to put a smile on each and every face that enters Valentine Dining Hall. It’s important, he says, for students to star...
Speaker Series Hosts NY Times Best-Selling Author Larry Tye and Former State Treasurer Steve Grossman Discussing Robert F. Kennedy
October 27, 2016
Former Massachusetts Treasurer Steven Grossman and New York Times best-selling author Larry Tye will discuss the life and legacy of Robert F. Kennedy and Tye's most re...
Students Demonstrate in Solidarity with Marginalized Communities
October 21, 2016
On Thursday, October 20th, a multicultural student group invited members of the Lasell community to join them in a peaceful demonstration at the Peace Pole on Blodgett...
Speaker Series to Explore Significant Presidential Elections in American History
October 19, 2016
Lasell College overseer and historian John Dirlam will give the first Presidential Speaker Series presentation of the semester on Thursday, Oct. 20 when he analyzes si...
Lt. Governor Visits Class, Discusses Administration’s Accomplishments
October 12, 2016
Lt. Governor Karyn Polito described her rise to one of the state’s highest offices and specific accomplishments of the Baker-Polito administration before a group of st...
Men’s Basketball Team Joins Effort to End Sexual Violence
October 12, 2016
Building leadership and awareness among their teammates and their peers on campus: that was the goal for the men’s basketball team last week when they held a mandatory...
Lasell Says Thank You Heads to NJ for Annual Service Trip
October 07, 2016
This weekend the student-led service group Lasell Says Thank You will send student volunteers to Holmdel, N.J. to participate in hurricane relief work with a local non...
New Wedeman Exhibit Showcases Professor’s Recent Works
October 05, 2016
Recent Works, a collection of portraits, illustrations and drawings by Graphic Design Professor Stephen Fischer is now open – showcasing work he completed during his r...
Documentary Filmmaker Discusses her Emmy-Nominated Film “Traces of the Trade”
October 05, 2016
Filmmaker Katrina Browne, creator of the Emmy-nominated documentary "Traces of the Trade: A Story from the Deep North," screened a portion of the film for members of t...
Lasell Receives $50K from Davis Foundation to Lower College Costs
October 04, 2016
The Davis Educational Foundation has awarded Lasell College $50,000 in grant funding for an initiative to study lower cost models for independent colleges. The initiat...
Lasell Professors Weigh in on Presidential Debate
October 03, 2016
After one of the most highly anticipated Presidential debates ever, national pundits and politicos wasted no time commenting, fact-checking and analyzing what the two ...
Lasell Women's Soccer Goalie, Cancer Survivor, Finds Support Among Teammates
September 22, 2016
The College's Women's Soccer team goalie Sarah LaClair has had a lot to overcome since her cancer diagnosis in high school. She continues her journey of resilience on ...
Lasell Receives Grant from National Institute to Address Gender-Based Violence
September 21, 2016
Lasell is among a group of 20 colleges and universities across the country selected by the Avon Foundation for Women to receive a one-year $10,000 grant to elevate pre...
Award Winning Graphic Designer to Meet with Students
September 16, 2016
Peter Bankov, an award-winning Russian/Czech graphic artist known for his poster design, will meet with graphic design students and the Graphic Design League September...
Lasell Works to Increase Diversity Among Public School Teachers
August 31, 2016
More than 90 percent of teachers in Massachusetts are white, but the demographics of the students they teach are overwhelmingly diverse. Yet, students of color benefit...
Admission Staff Member Comments on College Application Process in Washington Post
August 31, 2016
Admission Associate Director Kaitlyn Botelho offered her advice for a recent Washington Post article titled "What college admissions officers say they want in a candid...
Lasell Offers Condolences to Family of Alumna Killed in Mississippi
August 26, 2016
Lasell officials have offered condolences to the family of Lasell alumna Sister Paula Merrill ’78 of Holmes County, Mississippi who was found dead in her home, along w...
Lasell Named a College of Distinction for 2016-17
August 24, 2016
Lasell College has been names a College of Distinction for the 2016-2017 school year, joining a handful of Massachusetts schools honored for high-impact teaching.
Lasell Sports Information Director, AT Alum Honored by the GNAC
August 04, 2016
Lasell Sports Information Director Emily Machado ’13 and Athletic Training alum Michael Welch ’08 have been named 2016 Sports Information Director of the Year and 2016...
Lasell College to go Test Optional for Fall 2017 Admission
August 02, 2016
After careful deliberation, Lasell College has announced it will go "test-optional" beginning with applications for admission to the 2017 Fall semester. The College w...
Rising Senior, Communication Major Named Semi Finalist for National Retail Federation Scholarship
July 28, 2016
Communication major Jamie McTigue ’17 has been named a semi-finalist for a $25,000 scholarship from the National Retail Federation.
Lasell Receives Higher Ed Innovation Award from National Organization
July 18, 2016
For its work in creating collaborative, cost-saving partnerships with other higher education institutions, Lasell College has received a 2016 Innovation Award from the...
Conference for Legislators from Gaming States Event Comes to Campus
July 14, 2016
State legislators from across the country will gather July 29-31 in Newton to discuss a variety of issues related to gaming legislation and hear from experts in the ga...
Lasell Landmarks Now Pokémon Locations in New Virtual Reality Game
July 12, 2016
Several Lasell buildings, including Irwin House on the corner of Commonwealth Ave. and Cheswick Rd., have become mapped locations in the newly launched Pokémon Go virt...
Veterans and Aging the Focus at Talk of Ages Summit
June 20, 2016
Researchers, educators, public policymakers, community leaders, government representatives, practitioners and others will gather on campus for the second annual Talk o...
Professor Wins Grant to Continue Research with Syrian Refugees
June 06, 2016
After traveling to refugee camps in Jordan to research how Syrian refugees use technology to maintain communication with family members, Lasell Professor Dana Janbek n...
Recent Graduate, Baseball Star Signs Pro Contract with Maine-Based Team
June 02, 2016
Recent Lasell graduate and baseball standout Dan Gagnon has signed a contract with the Old Orchard Beach Surge, a professional baseball club out of Old Orchard Beach, ...
Lasell Leftovers Donates More Than 2000 Pounds of Goods to Charity
June 01, 2016
The Lasell Leftovers program, designed to recycle and reuse items left behind by students departing the campus for the summer, has collected and donated more than 2,00...
Fashion Collection Receives Visit from UK Researcher
May 31, 2016
The Lasell Fashion Collection’s special compilation of World War II era garments from Great Britain was of special interest last week to a British researcher who studi...
REACH Beyond Domestic Violence to Honor Lasell Professor
May 26, 2016
REACH Beyond Domestic Violence, a Waltham-based domestic violence service agency, will honor Assistant Professor of Justice Studies Karin Raye for her service and advo...
Recollection of Illusion “pop-up” Exhibition at Lasell
May 23, 2016
Recollection of Illusion, a “pop-up” exhibition of work by Boston artist Alexander Zvagin, has opened at Lasell's Wedeman Gallery through May 27.
Lasell Hosts Patriots Day Movie Crew for Filming
May 19, 2016
Hollywood came to Lasell earlier this week as the crew from the Patriots Day movie took over Rosen Auditorium for one day of filming. The scene included Oscar-winning ...
Students, Faculty and Staff Travel to Tanzania for International Service Learning Trip
May 18, 2016
In rural Tanzania, learning the English language is critical for a young child hoping to further his or her education, but it is often out of reach. For the next two w...
Lasell Holds 162nd Commencement
May 15, 2016
Lasell College held its 162nd commencement exercises Sunday, May 15, granting 403 Baccalaureate degrees and 147 Master's degrees, before an audience of family, friends...
Lasell Holds 162nd Commencement
May 15, 2016
Lasell College held its 162nd commencement exercises Sunday, May 15, granting 403 Baccalaureate degrees and 147 Master's degrees, before an audience of family, friends...
College Hosts Ceremonial Groundbreaking for New Academic Building
May 14, 2016
The College held a ceremonial groundbreaking for its new Academic Center May 14 with local and school officials, trustees, alumni, faculty and staff in attendance. The...
Lasell Readies for Commencement this Weekend
May 11, 2016
Taylor Field once again has been transformed as the College prepares for Commencement 2016 this weekend on Sunday, May 15. The giant tent for family and friends attend...
Women's Lacrosse Crowned 2016 GNAC Champions
May 09, 2016
The Lasell College #4 seed women's lacrosse team is the Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC) Champion after upsetting the #2 seeded Wildcats of Johnson and Wales...
Professor Gives Arnow Lecture on Scientific Inquiry and the Core Curriculum
April 28, 2016
Chemistry Professor Kim Farah, Lasell's current Joan Weiler Arnow '49 Professor, spends a lot of time thinking about data, analysis, problem solving and results. She w...
Lasell Athletics Welcomes Michael Haynes as Head Men’s Soccer Coach
April 28, 2016
Lasell College has announced Michael Haynes, a seasoned local coach with experience as a national player in his native Barbados, as the new head of men’s soccer.
Action for Social Justice Students Advocate at State House for Sex Trafficking Prevention Bill
April 26, 2016
The class title is "Action for Social Justice" and that’s exactly what the students of this class were doing at the Massachusetts State House last week when they carri...
Action for Social Justice Students Advocate at State House for Sex Trafficking Prevention Bill
April 26, 2016
The class title is "Action for Social Justice" and that’s exactly what the students of this class were doing at the Massachusetts State House last week when they carri...
Lasell College Fashion Students Ready to Show their Skills in Runway 2016
April 25, 2016
After a year of sketching, sewing and planning – students have one night to show their talents and highlight their hard work in the annual Runway fashion show. Lasell’...
Students to Showcase Their Work at Connected Learning Symposium
April 21, 2016
Student projects, performances, and presentations will be on display Tuesday, April 26 in de Witt Hall in a showcase of the Spring semester’s best work and the College...
Lasell Selected to Participate in New Consortium for Online Humanities Instruction
April 21, 2016
Lasell College has been selected by the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) as one of 21 institutions nationwide and the only college in Massachusetts to participate...
Presidential Speaker Series Hosts Environmentalist Dan Ruben
April 13, 2016
Lasell will host a panel discussion on environmental policy and how it could influence the upcoming Presidential election featuring Dan Ruben on Wednesday, April 13, 2...
Lasell Hosts Career and Internship Fair
April 13, 2016
Lasell will host its second annual Career and Internship Fair, sponsored by the Office of Career Services and Internship Programs, on Thursday, April 14, 2016 from 1-4...
Fashion Professor, Collection Curator to Speak on Link between Satire and Fashion in Early 20th Century Illustrations
April 08, 2016
On the pages of early 20th Century publications, satirists often published illustrative commentary on society. Orson Lowell, an illustrator and satirist, was one of th...
College Hosts Fresh Check Day - A Mental Health Awareness Fair
April 06, 2016
Fresh Check Day – an expo-like event to bring awareness to the Lasell community about student mental health and suicide prevention – will take place on Friday, April 8...
Lasell College and Community Rowing Inc. Join Forces to Offer Community Programming
April 05, 2016
Lasell College, which has offered rowing facilities and programs on the Charles River for more than 100 years, has partnered with Community Rowing Inc., the largest ro...
Teen Dating Violence Prevention Event to Feature Attorney General Maura Healey
April 04, 2016
Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey will be the featured speaker at a teen dating violence prevention event, Think Peace, hosted by the Center for Community-Ba...
Presidential Speaker Series Panel to Feature U.S. Congressman Joseph Kennedy, UMass President Marty Meehan and Lasell President Michael Alexander
April 01, 2016
Lasell College will host a panel discussion on educational policy and its influence on the U.S Presidential election on April 5th featuring U.S. Congressman Joseph P. ...
Fashion Day Brings Project Runway Star, Business Professionals to Campus
March 22, 2016
What’s it like being in the “business” of fashion? How competitive is it? Fashion students will soon find out at the College’s first-annual Fashion Day on March 22, fe...
The Powerful Voice of Activist Katherine Acey Comes to Lasell
March 21, 2016
Feminist and activist Katherine Acey will speak as a part of the Talk of Ages Women’s History Month program about activism, aging, and bridging the generations togethe...
Men's Lacrosse Team Joins Domestic Violence Awareness Effort
March 15, 2016
The Men’s Lacrosse team has joined other students on campus as well as lacrosse teams across the country in learning about and raising awareness of domestic and sexual...
Lasell Symposium to Focus on Global Refugee Crisis, Raise Awareness
March 14, 2016
As leaders worldwide debate solutions to the worsening Syrian refugee crisis in the Middle East, the issue and its complexities have become more important than ever to...
Boston Business Leader, Political Figure and Urban Advocate Steve Grossman Chosen as Commencement Speaker
March 09, 2016
Lasell College President Michael B. Alexander today announced that Steve Grossman, a prominent business and political voice in Massachusetts who currently runs the Bos...
Alternative Spring Break Unites Alumni with Students in Service
March 09, 2016
Instead of basking in the Caribbean sunshine in mid-March, two groups of Lasell students will donate their time to service in Atlanta and Philadelphia during Spring Br...
Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist Featured in “Spotlight” Movie to Speak at COMDay
March 04, 2016
Michael Rezendes, a Pulitzer Prize winning investigative journalist and member of The Boston Globe Spotlight team highlighted in this year’s Oscar-winning Best Picture...
Two Gaming-Related Speakers Visit Campus, Speak to Students
March 03, 2016
Robert DeSalvio, president of Wynn Resorts Massachusetts – which plans to open a new casino in Everett, and Stephen Crosby, Chairman of the Massachusetts Gaming Commis...
Lasell College Welcomes Executives from Marriott, Wynn Resorts to Annual Hospitality Day Event
February 26, 2016
Executives from several high profile companies, including Marriott and Wynn Resorts, will share their career experiences and knowledge with Hospitality and Event Manag...
Donahue Institute Director to Moderate Civil Rights Panel at Historic Newton Event
February 25, 2016
Professor Jesse Tauriac, Director of the Donahue Institute for Ethics, Diversity and Inclusion, will moderate a panel exploring civil rights activism at an event hoste...
College Mock Trial Team Competes in Regional Tournament
February 18, 2016
Lasell’s Mock Trial Team won respectable marks at the American Mock Trial Association (AMTA) regional tournament held at Boston College earlier this month, while Lasel...
College Celebrates First-Year Student Achievement
February 17, 2016
First-year Dean's List and Honors Program students received recognition from the College in a special ceremony involving faculty, staff and administrators on February ...
Lasell Says Thank You Volunteers Travel to Storm-Ravaged NJ
February 12, 2016
Valentine’s Day weekend the student-run volunteer organization Lasell Says Thank You (LSTY) will head to West Long Branch, NJ for the Hurricane Sandy Relief – a trip t...
MetroWest Opera Begins Residency on Campus, Offers Student Internships
February 11, 2016
MetroWest Opera, a non-profit opera company based in Newton, has begun a residency at Lasell College this Spring, which includes internship opportunities for students,...
Lasell Graduate Student has Memorable Super Bowl with Scholarship Win
February 10, 2016
New England football fans were disappointed that their Patriots didn’t play in the Super Bowl this year, but local Lasell College graduate management student Lauren B...
Junior Guard Omanovic Nominated for Geico Play of the Year
February 04, 2016
Lasell’s Armin Omanovic shoots a running half-court buzzer beater, giving Lasell the edge over its GNAC opponent Rivier for a 78-75 score. On January 30, the shot was ...
An Ancient Technique has a Fresh Audience at Lasell
January 27, 2016
A new exhibit featuring creative examples of Kumihimo, the ancient Japanese art of braiding, by a group of international artists opens at the Wedeman Gallery February ...
Lasell Goes Conflict Free, 20th School to Sign Policy
January 27, 2016
Lasell has approved a new procurement policy that gives preference, when possible, to electronics companies that are not connected with mines in the Democratic Republi...
Lasell Ranked Among the Top 100 Graduate Business Programs Nationally
January 15, 2016
US News & World Report has ranked Lasell College’s graduate business program at #86 nationally among a group that includes major universities.
College Launches “Educate Your Vote” Events
January 11, 2016
As part of the College’s Presidential Speaker Series, this spring the events will focus attention on the key issues facing voters in the 2016 Presidential Election wit...
Students, Faculty Prepare for Vietnam Trip
December 22, 2015
A group of faculty and students will to travel to Vietnam over the Winter break as part of Lasell’s Shoulder to Shoulder international service learning program.
Professor to Speak at Gaming Conference
December 14, 2015
Political science Professor and gaming expert Paul Debole will speak at the National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) winter conference in January in ...
Symposium Students Make Learning Connections
December 08, 2015
An all-day showcase, celebrating the Fall semester’s best individual and collective student work, launched Connected Learning Symposium 2015 on Tuesday, December 8. T...
Fashion Professors to Discuss “Men of the Cloth” Documentary about the Art of Tailoring at MFA
December 08, 2015
Fashion professors Lynn Blake and Carol Emanuelson will discuss the new documentary "Men of the Cloth" about the lives of three Italian master tailors at its Boston pr...
Connected Learning Symposium Kicks Off
December 07, 2015
A week of student projects, performances and presentations celebrating the Fall semester’s best work begins with an all-day showcase on Tuesday, December 8 and runs th...
Lasell Joins Climate Action Pledge Ahead of Climate Conference
November 19, 2015
Lasell is among more than 200 university and college campuses to sign the American Campuses Act on Climate Pledge to demonstrate their support for strong climate actio...
Lasell Receives MassDevelopment Bond to Build New Academic Center
November 19, 2015
MassDevelopment has issued a $10 million tax-exempt bond to the College, which it will use to build and furnish a modern academic center that creatively combines it wi...
Professors Give Papers at International Age-Friendly Conference
November 16, 2015
The Director of the Fuss Center for Research on Aging and Intergenerational Studies Professor Joann Montepare and Professor Kim Farah recently presented at the Age-Fri...
College Celebrates Founder’s Day with Alumni/Student Event, Reception
November 12, 2015
Happy Birthday Lasell College. To commemorate the date of the first class held on campus in 1851, the Lasell community is invited to celebrate at two events on Friday,...
COM Students, Professors Head to DC for Communications Visit
November 11, 2015
Students from the Communications Department will embark on a two-day trip to Washington D.C. to learn from corporate and government relations professionals in the comm...
State Board of Higher Education Approves New Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Science
November 09, 2015
The Massachusetts Board of Higher Education has approved a new Master's degree in Rehabilitation Science at Lasell College with an interdisciplinary approach offering ...
Students Learn About Relationship and Sexual Violence Year Long through Programs, Curriculum
November 06, 2015
Domestic Violence Awareness was front and center on college campuses in October but at Lasell, programming around sexual and relationship violence and consent happens ...
Lasell Junior to Testify at Health and Human Services Hearing on Blood Safety Policy
November 05, 2015
Lasell Junior Jay Franzone will travel to Washington DC to participate in a Health and Human Services Advisory Committee on Blood and Tissue Safety and Availability (A...
Native Appropriations in Fashion, Culture Highlighted at de Witt Talk
November 02, 2015
You can find it in a trendy fashion-outlet version of a fake, Technicolor dream catcher, in a high school mascot (war paint included) or in many Halloween costumes. Cu...
Governor Charlie Baker Speaks to Students about Goals for His Administration
October 26, 2015
Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker spoke to Lasell undergraduates and other members of the Lasell community at a special guest lecture -- where he shared stories fro...
Governor Charlie Baker to Visit Campus
October 22, 2015
Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker will visit campus on Monday, October 26 to speak with political science students and other members of the Lasell College community...
Cancer Researcher to Discuss Open Source Drug Discovery at Presidential Speaker Series Event
October 16, 2015
The idea of sharing cancer research results in an open source manner will be the topic of discussion at Lasell’s upcoming Presidential Speaker Series event, which will...
Scholar Activist Encourages Students, Community to Become Voices for Global Change
October 07, 2015
Touching upon her own activism work supporting rape victims in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, 2015 Distinguished Donahue Scholar Dr. Lee Ann De Reus PhD spoke t...
Inaugural Speaker for Talk of Ages to Address Gene Editing
October 06, 2015
Health law and bioethics expert Dr. George J. Annas will speak on the Lasell Campus about the topic of gene editing as part of the RoseMary B. Fuss Center's Talk of Ag...
Scholar and Human Rights Activist to Give Annual Donahue Scholar Lecture
October 02, 2015
Lee Ann De Reus, PhD, associate professor of Human Development and Family Studies at Penn State-Altoona and an advocate for human rights and women's rights in Africa, ...
Project Runway Star and Lasell Alum Sonjia Williams ‘07 Debuts New Collection at Boston Fashion Week
September 30, 2015
Sonjia Williams ’07 a contestant on Project Runway Season 10 and runner up in Project Runway All Stars will debut her new Spring 2016 Collection at a Boston Fashion We...
Online Catalogue Showcases Artistry in Fashion
September 28, 2015
The art and craft of fashion -- from the Gilded Age to the 1980s -- will be chronicled in a new online fashion catalogue developed by Lasell College through a National...
Lasell Opens Academic Year with Record Breaking Enrollment
September 24, 2015
Classes have begun at Lasell’s campus with a record-breaking number of students enrolled. For the Fall semester, which began September 8, the College welcomed 1,810 un...
Wedeman Gallery Hosts Exhibit from South Vietnamese Artist Le Lam
September 22, 2015
For nearly ten years in the late 60s and early 70s Hanoi artist Le Lam risked his life in South Vietnam recording in paint the war that raged around him. This work wil...
Lasell is First Massachusetts College to Join Age-Friendly University Initiative
September 18, 2015
Lasell College has strengthened its commitment to intergenerational exchange and lifelong learning by joining the Age-Friendly University Initiative, an international ...
Lasell Alum, Considered the 5th Marathon Bombing Victim, is Honored
September 18, 2015
Boston Police Officer and Lasell alum D.J. Simmonds ’08 was honored this week when his name was added to the Boston Police Department’s memorial for officers who died ...
Lasell is Ranked Among Top Regional Colleges by U.S. News and World Report
September 10, 2015
Lasell has been ranked among the top Regional Colleges (North) for 2016 by U.S. News and World Report and among the Best Colleges for Veterans. Lasell ranked 26th amon...
Lasell College Radio Ranked Among Best in the Nation
September 07, 2015
Lasell College Radio has been ranked by BestColleges.com among the Top 50 Best College Radio Stations in the country.
College Names New Director of Donahue Institute for Ethics, Diversity, and Inclusion
August 20, 2015
Following the renaming of Lasell’s Donahue Institute to the Donahue Institute for Ethics, Diversity, and Inclusion earlier this year, the College has announced a new l...
Lasell and ELDER Launch Innovative Education Program for Managers in Aging Field
August 07, 2015
ELDER Management Education and Lasell College have launched a new Strategic Management Track as part of its leadership education program for managers in senior and dis...
College Tackles Renovations, Updates During Summer Break
July 13, 2015
While students catch up on their sleep and prepare for the upcoming fall semester, the College is busy with several construction and renovation projects on campus. Bel...
Sport Management Students Get “Hands On” for Local Dedication and Celebration
July 09, 2015
Planning a big event is a major part of the sport management world. It is what creates excitement, develops interest and generates revenue. It can be exciting, it can...
Lasell Receives Third Year Funding from Davis Educational Foundation for Core Curriculum Implementation
July 06, 2015
The College has received a $69,000 Davis Educational Foundation Grant, marking the third year of funding from the organization for revision and implementation of Lasel...
Lasell’s Sport Management Program Ranked in Top 25 by Best Schools
June 23, 2015
Lasell College’s Master in Sport Management Degree Program has been ranked among the best in an article titled “The 25 Best Online Master in Master in Sport Management...
Fuss Center Director Participates in Regional Forum Ahead of White House Conference on Aging
June 10, 2015
Professor Joann Montepare, Director of Lasell’s RoseMary B. Fuss Center for Research on Aging and Intergenerational Studies, recently participated in a regional forum ...
Lasell College Receives National Recognition for Community Service for 5th Year in a Row
December 08, 2014
Lasell College was named to the 2014 President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll with distinction for its strong commitment to service and compelling out...
Lasell Celebrates Connected Learning with Symposium
December 08, 2014
Lasell's Fall Connected Learning Symposium launches this week with a variety of presentations illustrating the connection between classroom work and the real world. Am...
Lasell College Radio to Go Live on FM Dial
December 04, 2014
Lasell’s college radio station has been granted a license to broadcast on FM radio station 102.9. Lasell College Radio will share the radio frequency with City of Bost...
Hats Off to Lasell Student Work in Wearable Art Holiday Auction
December 02, 2014
Students in Assistant Professor of Fashion Carol Emanuelson’s Accessories Design Class have donated original work to an online fundraiser this holiday season. The La...
Award-Winning Journalist to Speak about Personal Data and Privacy Concerns Related to Casinos
December 02, 2014
Adam Tanner, the 2014 winner of the New York University Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute's Reporting Award and a former Nieman Fellow at Harvard will speak about ...
Lasell Faculty, Student Participate in National Communication Conference
December 01, 2014
Three Lasell Communication professors participated in the National Communication Association’s annual convention which took place in Chicago in late November.
Lasell Senior Women's Soccer Player Named Academic All-American for the First Time in College's History
November 25, 2014
Senior Bridget Lynch of Dover, N.H. has been named to the Capital One Academic All-America Team for her outstanding 2014 academic and athletic performance. This marks ...
Lasell Professors to Discuss The War on Poverty - 50 Years Later
November 14, 2014
Fifty years after President Lyndon B. Johnson’s declared War on Poverty, Lasell professors will examine attitudes and reflect on poverty and wealth in Massachusetts at...
Lasell Students Model Designer Gowns for Yolanda Gala
November 14, 2014
Lasell students will be at the center of one of this weekend’s most sought-after events as they model gowns from the private collection of local fashion icon Yolanda C...
Lasell Graphic Design Student Wins Poster Design Contest at Boston Gallery
November 14, 2014
Lasell graphic design student Brayden Daigneault ‘16 has won the 4th Annual Grand Circle Gallery Travel Poster Design Contest with a vintage design highlighting Japan'...
Students, Lasell Village Collaborate to Gather School Supplies for Boston Area School Children
November 10, 2014
Lasell Visual Merchandising students and Lasell Village residents recently collaborated on a project called Boxed for Success that will bring colorfully designed boxes...
Women's Soccer Team Claims GNAC Title
November 10, 2014
The Lasell College women’s soccer team captured its 5th consecutive Great Northeast Athletic Conference Championship Saturday afternoon after defeating Emmanuel Colleg...
Lasell Student Plans to Speak in DC for Blood Donation Policy Changes
November 10, 2014
Lasell College Sophomore, Jay Franzone, will be traveling to Washington DC on November 13 to participate in a Health and Human Services Advisory Committee Meeting on B...
Lasell’s Small Business Institute to Hold Two Programs on Steps to Success
November 07, 2014
Lasell’s Small Business Institute will hold two upcoming panel discussions focusing on steps to success and growth development in small businesses.
College Holds Sports Career Forum Friday
November 06, 2014
Lasell’s Sport Management Department will host a sports career fair on Friday November 7 featuring talks from university athletic directors to representatives from New...
Lasell Hosts Men's Intergenerational Panel
November 04, 2014
The RoseMary B. Fuss Center for Research on Aging and Intergenerational Studies along with Prof. Jesse Tauriac host a Men's Intergenerational Panel Engaging Diverse C...
Lasell Women's Soccer Standouts Named to Academic All-District Team
October 31, 2014
Lasell College women’s soccer seniors Bridget Lynch and Kayla Lynch were both named to the New England Region First Team, which makes them eligible for national Academ...
Professor Honored for Contributions to Community Day Center
October 24, 2014
Professor Sharyn Lowenstein, Director of Lasell’s Center for Community Based Learning, will be honored by the Community Day Center in Waltham as a recipient of the 201...
Lasell Group Lobbies State House on Congo Conflict Mineral Consumption
October 22, 2014
Members of Lasell’s International Students’ Club, Lasell for Congo group and Amnesty International chapter, along with others from the College community, are slated to...
Lasell Students Travel to Detroit, Learn from Entrepreneurs Rebuilding Motor City
October 21, 2014
Entrepreneurship and Hospitality students will travel to Detroit this week for a Connected Learning trip that will introduce them to efforts to rebuild that city throu...
Lasell Alum Honored with National Educator Award
October 10, 2014
Medford, Mass. fifth grade teacher and Lasell undergraduate alum Anthony Petrelis ’05 has been honored as the only educator in Massachusetts to receive the 2014 nation...
President Alexander Honored by Boston-Northern Ireland Partnership
October 09, 2014
President Michael B. Alexander received the 2014 Golden Bridges Educational Excellence Award at a gathering October 9 of Boston and Northwest Ireland officials.
Donahue Scholar Urges Students to “Engage Responsibly in a Diverse World”
October 08, 2014
Nadinne Cruz, a pioneering academic in community-based learning, delivered the 2014 Distinguished Donahue Scholar lecture on Tuesday, October 7 touching upon her disti...
Freedom Summer Anniversary Program Highlights History of the Vote, Civil Rights Act
October 06, 2014
Fifty years after Freedom Summer, which set the stage for the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1965, the Lasell community heard from two voices familiar with the iss...
Lasell Students and Alums Represent at Boston Fashion Week
October 06, 2014
Lasell student and alum designers and fashionistas have been working hard behind the scenes in various roles for Boston Fashion Week, which runs Oct. 5-11.
Former Gov., Presidential Candidate Dukakis Visits Lasell
November 22, 2010
Michael Dukakis, former Massachusetts Governor and 1988 Democrat Nominee for President of the United States, spoke to the Lasell community on November 22, 2010, provid...
Lasell Holds Successful Emergency Drill
November 15, 2010
Today Lasell College successfully conducted an emergency drill
Lasell Screens Documentary Film on US/Mexico Immigration
November 09, 2010
Lasell College hosted award-winning photojournalist and documentary film maker Dana Romanoff’s film “No Man’s Land: The Women of Mexico” on Tuesday, November 9th in de...
Women's Soccer is NCAA Tournament Bound
November 08, 2010
The Lasell College women's soccer team is bound for the NCAA Tournament for the first time in program history.
Students Present Spiritus Art Show
November 08, 2010
In the spirit of remembrance, Lasell students opened a new art exhibit this week that honors the spirit of influential individuals who continue to have creative impact...
Lasell College and Community Day Center Launch Homelessness Exhibit
November 03, 2010
Photographers Document Homelessness with help of Lasell students.
Lasell College Welcomes Encore Careers Summit
November 03, 2010
On November 6th Lasell College’s RoseMary B. Fuss Center for Research on Aging and Intergenerational Studies and Discovering What’s Next will co-host the Encore Career...
Lasell College and Community Day Center Launch Homelessness Exhibit
November 03, 2010
Photographers Document Homelessness with help of Lasell students.
Massachusetts First Lady Visits Lasell Village
November 02, 2010
Massachusetts First Lady Diane Patrick visited Lasell Village earlier this week to discuss several issues important to her husband, Gov. Deval Patrick’s, re-election c...
Lasell Ranked by Washington Monthly
October 29, 2010
Washington Monthly recently ranked Lasell College in the top 20 schools in its Service Category for Baccalaureate Colleges.
Dean Bloom Gives O'Neill Talk
October 28, 2010
Steven Bloom, Lasell’s Dean of Undergraduate Education and Professor of English, participated in a “Scholar Social” as part of a new production of Eugene O’Neill’s A M...
It's a Win: Lasell Team Wins Honors at Fashion Show
October 28, 2010
Lasell Team Competes at Interior Design Benefit
Former White House Chief of Staff to President Bush Visits Lasell
October 21, 2010
Former Chief of Staff Talks About 9/11, Political Career
Lasell College Hosts Gerontology Health Care Policy Forum
October 20, 2010
Lasell College Hosts Gerontology Health Care Policy Forum
Lasell College Hosts Family, Friends, and Alumni Weekend 2010
October 14, 2010
Lasell College Hosts Family, Friends, and Alumni Weekend 2010
Immigration Expert Discusses Policy Issues as Distinguished Donahue Scholar
October 12, 2010
Local Expert Discusses Policy Issues as Distinguished Donahue Scholar
Lasell College Ranked Among Best Colleges by U.S. News and World Report for 2011
September 29, 2010
Lasell College Ranked Among Best Colleges by US News and World Report for 2011
NYC Gallery Hosts Work of New Beever Art Chair, Serdar Arat
September 28, 2010
NYC Gallery Hosts Work of New Beever Art Chair, Serdar Arat
Lasell Alumni Prepare to Hit the Runway for Boston Fashion Week
September 10, 2010
Lasell College fashion design alumni will rock the runway with their latest collections as part of Boston Fashion Week’s Emerging Trends 2010 Fashion Show on September...
Lasell Announces Two New Master of Education Programs
August 17, 2010
President Michael B. Alexander has announced the approval of new Master of Education degrees in Elementary Education and in Moderate Disabilities to be offered by Lase...
Gov. Deval Patrick Visits Lasell Village, Signs Silver Alert Legislation
August 10, 2010
Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick visited Lasell Village today as part of a ceremony to sign the Silver Alert Community Response System bill into law.