Lasell University Welcomes Six New Faculty Members
September 06, 2023
Newton campus welcomes six full-time new professors
Looking Ahead - A Message from the President
August 30, 2023
President Eric Turner welcomes in the 2023-24 academic year
Building a Bilingual Community
August 23, 2023
Lasell's partnership with Waltham Public Schools puts students in the teacher’s seat
From Lasell to the City of Fashion: A Two Week Parisian Experience
August 09, 2023
Students in Fashion design, Fashion Media, and Fashion Merchandising travel to Paris
We’re Live in 3, 2, 1 …
July 05, 2023
Lasell students visit NBCUniversal, meet with execs and explore broadcast center
Spring 2023 Leaves Magazine is online
June 20, 2023
Learn about President Alexander's legacy and 16-year tenure at Lasell, read class notes, and explore profiles and campus stories
Consulting for PUMA Hoops
June 12, 2023
School of Fashion students present business recommendations to PUMA execs and alumni
Class of 2023 Accolades Abound
May 31, 2023
Lasell University students received academic book awards, were named to international and national honor societies at Commencement
President-Elect Turner Named To List of Most Influential Business Leaders of Color
May 24, 2023
Turner, who will assume the Lasell presidency on July 1, was recognized for the second time by the Charles River Regional Chamber
Michael B. Alexander Named President-in-Residence at Harvard Graduate School of Education
May 22, 2023
The outgoing Lasell president will mentor graduate students studying higher education leadership
Commencement 2023
May 15, 2023
Lasell University honors more than 500 graduates under sunny skies, surrounded by friends and family
RUNWAY 2023
May 08, 2023
Annual fashion shows feature work from 85+ student designers, producers, and models
Lasers Recognized for Community Commitment and Leadership
May 01, 2023
Students were recognized at the annual leadership awards banquet
DECA Students Rank Among Top Competitors
April 26, 2023
Lasell's DECA chapter sent 11 team members to the International Career Development Conference, where six placed in the top of their fields
Eric M. Turner Named Tenth President of Lasell University
April 11, 2023
Current provost to assume presidency on July 1
Equity and Social Justice Leaders to Deliver Commencement Keynotes
April 04, 2023
An award-winning civil rights activist and a respected advocate for equitable and sustainable housing will speak at Lasell University’s 169th Commencement ceremonies
EJ Day ’22 G’24 Named Finalist for Jostens Trophy
March 15, 2023
Men’s basketball star completes Laser career with record career points, All-American accolades
Expert Advice
March 10, 2023
Industry leaders join students on campus for ComArts Conversations and School of Business Day
Mental Health First Aid
March 09, 2023
Undergraduate students earn professional certification from National Council for Mental Wellbeing
Equity and Intersectionality Across the Curriculum
March 01, 2023
Required course asks first-year students to understand differences, develop empathy, and grow perspectives
Lasell Intramurals Launches Women’s Two-Hand Touch League
February 27, 2023
New programs and competitions see huge success among undergrad participants
Is ChatGPT an Accomplice to Collegiate Cheating or an Innovative Research Tool?
February 09, 2023
Boston 25 News had Dean of Curricular Integration Denny Frey review work produced by the controversial AI
Students Score Interviews, Summer Internships at National Retail Federation Event
February 06, 2023
The fashion industry expo refined and affirmed students’ career aspirations
Lasell University Names Zehra Abid-Wood President of Lasell Village
February 02, 2023
Skilled executive brings significant leadership experience to her new role
Global Engagement Through Sport
January 26, 2023
Lasell undergrads visit Belfast, Northern Ireland, for cultural learning experience
Capstone Course Consults for Uncommon Threads
January 12, 2023
Fashion merchandising students propose solutions for local non-profit business challenges
Visions for the Future: Students Explore Pathways to Becoming ‘Change Makers’
January 09, 2023
Annual Exercise Science Industry Night features networking with professionals in health, human performance, and creative expression
Engaging with Communitites
December 19, 2022
Fall Career Readiness Symposium highlights student research, creative works, with emphasis on justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
News and Entertainment Marketing Students Go Behind the Scenes at ABC
December 15, 2022
Undergrads taking Alan Ives’ course visit ABC News, The View, Good Morning America, and other media sites in New York City
Community Spotlight: Center for Community Based Learning
December 12, 2022
CCBL offers social responsibility, civic and community engagement, and service learning opportunities
Connected Learning at Fenway Park
December 08, 2022
Sport marketing students present new business ideas to Red Sox Foundation execs
Fall 2022 Leaves Magazine is online
November 30, 2022
Learn about career realities compared to TV portrayals and the power of Lasell's alumni network; read Class Notes; and more
Lasell Fashion Program Partners with Talbots
November 29, 2022
Internship experiences, company visits on list of opportunities available to fashion merchandising students
Former CIA Director Under President Obama Visits with Students
November 08, 2022
Former CIA Director John Brennan Visits with Lasell Students
U.S. Department of Education Awards Lasell University $2.5 Million Grant
October 25, 2022
The U.S. Department of Education Awards Lasell University $2.5 million for teacher training
Lasell Students Eager to Make their Vote Count
October 18, 2022
Learn how Lasell Votes is making a difference in the community getting students involved in the political process
Community Spotlight: Brennan Library with Anna Sarneso
October 06, 2022
Brennan Library Director, Anna Sarneso, wants to help every student succeed.
Lasell receives $700,000 Grant to Support Life Science Programs
September 29, 2022
The Massachusetts Life Sciences Center awards Lasell more than $700,000 to purchase lab equipment to support the University’s popular life sciences programs
Lasell to Reduce Published Tuition and Room and Board Price by 33%
September 20, 2022
Lasell University plans to reduce tuition and room and board costs to make a Lasell undergraduate education accessible to more students.
For Second time Psi Chi Recognizes Lasell University as Model Chapter
September 14, 2022
Lasell University’s chapter of Psi Chi, the international honor society in psychology, has been selected as a recipient of a Model Chapter Award by the organization, o...
Industry Credentials in the Classroom
August 29, 2022
Hospitality professor Siddharth Mobar incorporates professional certifications into curriculum
2022 Fall Semester - New Course Offerings
August 10, 2022
New classes for the fall include courses in peer health education, career readiness, global health, and fitness
Lasell Promotes Nine Full-time Faculty Members, Honors New Emeritus Professor
July 26, 2022
Provost Eric Turner recently announced the promotion of nine full-time faculty members and the designation of newly retired professor Marie Franklin to emeritus status...
Two Students Named National Retail Federation Semi-finalists
July 18, 2022
Two School of Fashion students to partake in final round of National Retail Federation competition
LU Pride Spotlight: Hannah Paulo (VP of LU Pride)
June 27, 2022
LU Pride is Lasell University's student run Pride club.
Community Spotlight: Center for Career Readiness and Internship Programs
June 21, 2022
Donnell Turner emphasizes the importance of shaping your career
The Legacy of Juneteenth
June 17, 2022
Assistant VP and Chief Diversity Officer Jesse Tauriac to lead community event
U.S. Open 2022: These Three from the Lee Elder Internship Class Are Among the Rising Stars at The Country Club
June 16, 2022
Lasell alum Yordan Villalon '17 G'22 highlighted in Golf Digest
Meet the 2022 Lasell U Orientation Leaders
June 14, 2022
University to host incoming student events led by OL peers
POLISHED Magazine Wins Gold Crown Award
June 09, 2022
The student-produced publication was recognized by the Columbia Scholastic Press Association
Community Collaboration
June 07, 2022
Lasell students recognized by peers through Collaboration Recognition Program
GPS Spotlight: Master of Science in Medical Science
June 02, 2022
New degree program part of partnership with Tiber Health to prepare skilled workers in the healthcare field
End of Year Honors
May 31, 2022
Lasell students receive annual leadership, academic, and athletic awards
After a lifetime of learning, a 92-year-old Newton woman earns her college degree
May 23, 2022
Boston Globe celebrates Lasell Village resident and degree recipient Elly Pollan
RUNWAY 2022
May 19, 2022
School of Fashion hosts annual runway shows featuring original work from more than 70 students
Commencement 2022
May 16, 2022
Lasell celebrates community achievements, honors graduates at annual ceremony
Community in Bloom
May 10, 2022
Students, faculty, staff, Lasell Village residents, and Holway Early Childhood Center students unite for intergenerational garden project
Alum Leading Community Engagement Efforts
May 06, 2022
Henry Santana '19 was appointed by Boston Mayor Michelle Wu to lead the city's newly established Office of Civic Organizing
Why Some Gen Z Workers Are Changing Attitudes About Relationships in the Office
May 04, 2022
Professor Sarahbeth Golden spoke with Boston 25 News about this generational shift
Fashion Revolution
May 03, 2022
Lasell participates in international service learning trip to Greece with focus on sustainability in fashion
Lasell Community Media Stations Take Home Top Honors
April 28, 2022
WLAS and Lasell Community Television (LCTV) win first-place trophies, set new nomination record
Learning in Las Vegas
April 25, 2022
Hospitality and event management students met with hotel and casino executives on week-long industry exploration trip
DECA Team Wins Four Awards
April 22, 2022
Lasell’s DECA chapter competed at the International Career Development Conference (ICDC) in Baltimore
Lasell University Launches Surgical Technology Program in Partnership with Newton Wellesley Hospital (NWH)
April 20, 2022
The collaboration was designed to address the national need for skilled surgical technicians
Running to Support Lasell Community
April 14, 2022
Former professor Christianne Eason and alum Jonathan Klippert ’12 will run the Boston Marathon in support of the Dennis "DJ" Simmonds '08 Memorial Scholarship
Forensic Science Major Receives National Accreditation
April 13, 2022
Lasell is now home to the only accredited bachelor’s degree forensic science program in Massachusetts
The Joy of Intergenerational Learning
April 11, 2022
Lasell Village President Anne Doyle authors an op-ed in The Boston Globe [subscription required]
Food Pantry Celebrates One Year of Community Operations
March 31, 2022
Lasell’s on-campus dry food pantry opened in March 2021 to combat food insecurity
Men’s Volleyball Earns National Division III Ranking
March 31, 2022
Lasers received one first-place vote from the NVA/AVCA Coaches poll, a first in program history
Award-Winning Humanitarian Razia Jan to Speak at Lasell Commencement
March 29, 2022
Jan is the founder of Razia’s Ray of Hope Foundation and recipient of CNN’s Top 10 Hero award
Black Student Association Launches at Lasell University
March 24, 2022
New club aims to unite the Black community and its allies in a safe space
Campus Career Closet
March 17, 2022
Lasell University’s School of Fashion to create professional attire rental and styling venue
Solstice MFA in Creative Writing
March 15, 2022
The nationally recognized program is now part of Lasell University
GPS Spotlight: Bachelor’s Completion Program
March 10, 2022
Mobile-first degree programs designed for busy adults seeking career and educational advancement
DECA Students Advance to International Competition
March 08, 2022
Lasell chapter will compete at the International Career Development Conference in April
Lasell University, UMass Lowell Receive Grant
March 03, 2022
Joint funding will support both institutions in diversifying pipeline of special education teachers
Lasers Dominate Winter Season
March 02, 2022
Four Lasell student-athletes receive GNAC All-Conference honors
Global Studies on the Global Stage
March 01, 2022
University’s international partnerships highlighted at AAPLAC conference led by Lasell professor
GPS Spotlight: MS in Integrated Marketing Communication
February 25, 2022
Strategy takes center stage in new graduate degree program
GPS Spotlight: MS in Communication, Corporate Communication
February 17, 2022
New degree focused on conveying strategic alignment between core business objectives and societal impact
Having Fun at the Games
February 14, 2022
Lasell alumni Shannon Hart '18 and Matt Berentsen '20 work on NBC Sports' 2022 Winter Games coverage
GPS Spotlight: MBA in Product Management for Footwear and Apparel
February 11, 2022
New master’s degree looks at creation, production, and distribution practices in fashion’s footwear and apparel businesses
On the Set of “Baron and Toluca”
February 09, 2022
Lasell students complete internships on set of sequel to hit TV show “Roswell”
GPS Spotlight: MS in Organizational Leadership
February 03, 2022
New program design to train innovative leaders seeking impact within complex work environments and diverse organizations
Lasers Basketball Smashes Program Records
January 25, 2022
Four players celebrate career, program, and conference achievements in one week
GPS Spotlight: MS in Communication, Digital Media
January 21, 2022
New master’s degree program emphasizes digital storytelling, analytics, and social media strategy
GPS Spotlight: Applied Sport Science Analytics
January 18, 2022
Health science, statistics, and human performance intersect in first-of-its kind program in the U.S.
GPS Spotlight: Sustainable Fashion Operations
January 10, 2022
New MBA program prepares visionaries to tackle fair trade, waste reduction, and product management
Spring 2022: Return to Campus Protocols
January 07, 2022
Detailed information on student, faculty, and staff return-to-campus COVID-19 protocols on testing, vaccinations, and masking
Leaves Magazine: Fall 2021
January 05, 2022
The latest issue of Leaves, the magazine of Lasell University, is now available online and in print
Age-Inclusivity Grants
December 29, 2021
The RoseMary B. Fuss Center receives two grants for studies on Age-Friendly University (AFU) practices
Pillows for Comfort
December 23, 2021
Fashion design and production student Nicolas Brown ’22 helps local hospice
Holiday Greetings from Lasell University
December 20, 2021
A message from President Michael B. Alexander and his dog, Lady Di, ahead of the new year
Lasell Forms Strategic Partnership with John Guilfoil Public Relations LLC (JGPR)
December 17, 2021
The partnership will guarantee at least one Lasell student a credit-bearing public relations internship at the agency each semester
Lasell University Establishes ALPFA Chapter
December 14, 2021
Association of Latino Professionals for America offers professional development, mentorship, and networking opportunities
Meg Carroll '22 Named Division III National Women's Basketball Player of the Week
December 09, 2021
Carroll is the first Laser to receive the honor from the United States Basketball Writers Association (USBWA)
A Culture of Inquiry
December 03, 2021
Lasell’s Academic Achievement Center, headed by Dolores Radlo, plays pivotal role in supporting students
Spotlight: Esports and Gaming Management Major
November 30, 2021
Lasell University’s newest interdisciplinary program is designed for the future of gaming
Lasell Votes Increases Campus Civic Engagement
November 19, 2021
The University received a silver seal award from the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge for voter participation
Lasell University Partners with Belfast Hockey Team
November 10, 2021
The Boston Business Journal shared news of the partnership between Lasell and the Belfast Giants, which offers new opportunities to students and players
The 2021 Top 100 Women-Led Businesses in Massachusetts
November 09, 2021
Lasell Village President Anne Doyle was recognized by Boston Globe Magazine and The Commonwealth Institute for her leadership [subscription required]
College Living Isn't Just for Students
November 02, 2021
AARP feature story on Lasell Village highlights intergenerational connections and learning opportunities
Journey to the Javits Center
October 29, 2021
Lasell fashion merchandising students, alumni shop and work at COTERIE New York showrooms
Lasell University Announces New Board Leadership
October 25, 2021
The institution's Board of Trustees will be led by Chair Gerry DeRoche and Vice Chair Lori Hindle
Longe School Dedicated
October 21, 2021
The celebration of the Michal Longe '95 School of Business included a proclamation from Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller
Run for Haiti
October 08, 2021
Lasell graphic design alum Geralson Withrow '21 creates virtual 5K fundraiser
Lasell University Appoints New Dean of Graduate and Professional Studies
September 30, 2021
Respected educator, author, and administrator Dr. Lynne Celli comes to Lasell with a distinguished career in education
Back in Business
September 27, 2021
Lasell University welcomed first-year and transfer students to the community with a fully operational campus
Les Modes Magnifiques
September 02, 2021
Honors program students-turned-alumni publish fashion history book
Let the Preseason Begin!
August 24, 2021
Lasell athletic teams return to campus to prepare for 2021 season
Leaves Magazine is Live!
August 04, 2021
Explore the spring 2021 issue of Leaves, the magazine of Lasell University, in its new digital format
Between Semesters: Summer on Campus
July 21, 2021
Lasell University to host professional, recreational, athletic, and academic groups
Faculty Promotions
July 08, 2021
Lasell University Board of Trustees approves new titles for Professors Tran, Tanvuia, and Lowenstein
Lasell University Receives Largest-Ever Gift
July 01, 2021
The Michal Longe ’95 School of Business is the result of a gift from Barbara Longe P'95, made in memory of her daughter
High School Higher Education
June 23, 2021
Lasell University hosts local high school students in dual-enrollment college credit courses
Lasell Celebrates Juneteenth
June 19, 2021
Members of our community share thoughts on what Juneteenth means to our country and to them
Student Leadership Awards
June 15, 2021
The Office of Student Activities and Orientation celebrated the 2020-2021 winners, including recipients of the Lasell Chair and Lasell Bowls
The Show Must Go On
June 09, 2021
RUNWAY 2021 showcases talent of 100+ student designers, event managers, and models
COVID-19 College Vaccination Challenge
June 03, 2021
Lasell University has taken the pledge to become a Vaccine Champion University
How to Handle Your Toughest Difficult Conversations
June 01, 2021
Alumnus Din Jenkins G'19, founder of Supply The Why, was interviewed by Forbes on how to tackle hard topics in conversation
Lasell Athletics Establishes Chi Alpha Sigma Chapter
May 26, 2021
The athletic honor society recognizes student-athletes from accredited four-year institutions who excel in both the classroom and competition
Professor Claudia Rinaldi Discusses ELL Student Rights with the Boston Globe
May 24, 2021
Story: Vulnerable and long neglected, many English learners with disabilities languish with unmet needs in city schools
Lasell University Hosts Commencement Ceremonies
May 17, 2021
Three ceremonies were held this weekend on Taylor Field to acknowledge the Classes of 2020 and 2021
2021 de Witt Award Winners
May 14, 2021
Lasell University announced seven recipients of the Thomas E.J. de Witt Awards for Excellence in Educational Leadership
UBelong Mural "Lights Up" Campus
May 06, 2021
The new Lasell UBelong mural features more than 850 mosaic tiles designed by the University community; it is now on display outside of Valentine Dining Hall
Back to the Future … in Style
April 30, 2021
Lasell University virtual fashion exhibit compares neoclassical style and contemporary dress
Lost and Found: A Hero in Our Midst
April 26, 2021
Lasell alum and adjunct professor Brett Walberg ’12 was featured in the New York Times last week for helping return $10,000 flute to its owner
Picture Perfect
April 20, 2021
Former Lasell student’s work captures social change movements and more in Time Magazine, the Boston Globe, and Vogue Italia
Community Commitment
April 02, 2021
90+ Lasell faculty, staff, and students attend ACPA’s 2021 virtual conference with enhanced focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion
Once, Twice, Three Times a Winner!
March 30, 2021
Lasell students come away victorious from American Mock Trial Association, DECA, and Intercollegiate Broadcasting System competitions
Lasell University student named Newman Civic Fellow
March 15, 2021
Michael Woo ’23 named to 2021 Newman Civic Fellow cohort, recognized alongside nominees Kemley Joseph ’23 and Courtney Sobolewski ’22
Lasell Featured on WCVB's Chronicle 5
March 11, 2021
Chronicle spoke with Lasell student Tyrek Robinson '21 and President Michael B. Alexander about on-campus living and learning adaptations during COVID-19
Spring Sports Return to Play
March 08, 2021
Lasell University Athletics will participate in men's and women's lacrosse, baseball, and softball GNAC conference play, with limited competition in track & field and ...
Designing Your Life
March 03, 2021
Center for Career Readiness Director Donnell Turner turns professional certification into an undergraduate course
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
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