The order of the Augustinians of the Assumption, founders of Assumption University, was established by Fr. Emmanuel d’Alzon, an educator whose most cherished project was the creation of a Catholic university. Fr. d’Alzon was devoted to helping people learn, adapt, grow and change in a multitude of ways.
The Assumptionists sustain vigorous engagement with the University because they see higher education as an especially rich field within which to achieve the mission of the Church. In collaboration with the Trustees and the entire administrative, academic, and clerical staff, the Assumptionists fill a primary role in guaranteeing the Catholic character of the University, and in promoting a philosophy of education which is consonant with the highest Christian and classical values and ideals. Through this commitment, the Assumptionists share in the building of an enlightened Church and in the formation of Christian leaders.