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Assumption University celebrated 165 years of offering higher education to students Thursday.
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On Feb. 10, 1857, Assumption College opened its doors and welcomed its first cohort of students. To mark this anniversary, Assumption University will celebrate a special liturgy via livestream at Our Lady of the Assumption Church on June 18 at 1 pm
The service will be presided over by the Most Reverend Ronald Peter Fabbro, CSB, Bishop of London and Chancellor of Assumption University.
Three distinguished individuals will be recognized at the service.
Patricia France, President of St. Clair College will receive a Doctor of Laws honoris causa for outstanding contributions to higher education in Windsor-Essex.
Dr. George McMahon Sr. will posthumously receive the 165th Anniversary Jubilee Medal in recognition of a half-a-century of unwavering support of and service to Assumption University. Dorothy McMahon will accept the medal on behalf of her late husband.
Dr. Carl Cohen, QC will receive the Fr. Eugene Carlisle LeBel, CSB Award for outstanding service rendered to Assumption University and the community.
The ceremony will be livestreamed with the link to be provided at a future date.