Lucia Perkins Staff Writer Everyone you know, including you, experiences gratitude, but have you thought of how it operates in your brain? The definition of gratitude in positive psychology is how we acknowledge the good in our lives. As a general term, it is ... More »
Giovani Panganiba Guest Writer Ugo Ogbonnanze, affectionately known as “Juiceman,” has become a familiar face on campus, not just for his ever-present smile and unmatched energy, but for the impact he’s made behind the scenes. As a student leader, team m... More »
Keegan McLeod Staff Writer Do you have what it takes to make a room laugh? Have you ever wanted to find out? Luckily there is open mic night stand-up comedy coming to Assumption this month! The event will take place in Pierre‘s pub on Friday, Nov.14 from 9 P... More »
Danielle Aiken Editor in Chief For many college graduates, landing a first apartment is proving almost as challenging as earning their degree. Skyrocketing rent prices and a shortage of affordable units are forcing young adults to choose between living with ro... More »
Julia Forest Copy Editor I am thankful for so many things, including the clubs I’m a part of, my health, friends, and family; especially my mom, who does so much for me! But in relation to Assumption, I am incredibly thankful for every professor I’ve had a... More »
Kate LaPlaca Staff Writer As the clock strikes midnight on Thanksgiving eve, shoppers of all kinds line up outside stores across the country, eager for the year’s biggest deals. While many see Black Friday as a chance to save money and have a shopping spree,... More »
Emily Oliver Guest Writer As a first-year student and member of the inaugural cohort of Civic Friendship Scholars, I am learning how the bonds of friendship can strengthen my commitment to having honest conversations. Together with my fellow Civic Friendship s... More »
Sydney Barber Staff Writer Dear Syd, With the end of the semester approaching quickly, I feel like I’m losing motivation to stay on top of my work, and I let everything pile up until Sunday night. Then I just feel really stressed out and nervous for the week... More »
Nora Geoghegan Staff Writer Content warning: This article contains references to sexual assault. If this topic is upsetting or disturbing to you, please do not read it. If you need support, please reach out to Counseling Services (508-767-7329), Title IX (508-... More »
Ella Bradshaw Staff Writer Welcome back to the Provoc’s recurring column highlighting adoptable shelter-pets, the organizations that support their welfare, and applied sustainability to the modern world through the college student’s perspective. Please con... More »
Nora Geoghegan Staff Writer It was Thanksgiving Eve of 2013, and my family and I were cleaning and cooking endlessly to prepare for the grueling task of hosting our family to one of the most labor-intensive holidays of the year. After a long day and night, my ... More »
Danielle Aiken Editor in Chief Student loan debt in the United States has soared to staggering levels, leaving millions of college students and recent graduates struggling to manage their finances and reasonably plan for the future. As of mid-2025, total stude... More »