Paige Macnie, of Rumford, Serving in Leadership Position of Assumption's Moot Court

Worcester, MA - The Assumption College Office of Student Activities has announced that Paige Macnie, of Rumford, has been elected, and is currently serving, as Vice President of Moot Court for the 2017-18 academic year.
Moot Court is one of nearly 60 clubs and organizations available to students allowing them the opportunity to network with professionals; take on leadership roles; and use classroom knowledge in the community. The student-run clubs appeal to a variety of interests and include offerings such as academic clubs (French, Italian, Pre-law, etc.); media (College television station, literary magazine and student newspaper, Le Provocateur); honor societies and many more.
"Student involvement is a cornerstone of an Assumption education," said Kaitlin Bevins, director of student activities and leadership development at Assumption. "The College offers a wide array of clubs and organizations-cultural, athletic, and academic, among others. Engagement in student groups help students find their niche and utilize their talents, while building confidence, friendships and leadership skills."
Assumption College's Moot Court club is devised of a group of students that get together to practice law cases. Each student is assigned a role either prosecutor or defender, they must then present evidence to win the case. Students who join moot court perfect their writing skills, legal analytical research skills and argument communication skills.
Assumption College boasts an outstanding academic curriculum as well as a campus rich with student activity. This fall, The Princeton Review included Assumption in its Best 382 Colleges in the nation, in which students highlighted "a great sense of belonging" on campus. Students also lauded the College for engaging and encouraging students to get involved on campus, and making it "easy to meet new people."
Based on a study conducted by USA Today, student success in both the classroom and the professional environment are directly linked to student involvement. Students involved in extracurricular activities consistently outperformed students who were uninvolved. Overall, student involvement correlated with higher grade point averages, more social engagement and more potential job opportunities compared to those who did not participate in student leadership organizations.
For more information about Assumption's student activities, visit https://www.assumption.edu/campus-life/student-activities.
Founded in 1904 by the Augustinians of the Assumption in Worcester, Mass., Assumption College is a Catholic liberal arts institution that offers undergraduate students 41 majors and 48 minors in the liberal arts, sciences, business, and professional studies; as well as master's and continuing education degrees and professional certificate programs-each through an educational experience that is grounded in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition. The curriculum enables students to gain a depth and breadth of knowledge that leads to professional success and personal fulfillment. Students-whether on the Worcester campus or at the College's Rome, Italy, campus-become engaged participants in Assumption's classic liberal arts education, exploring new ideas and making connections across disciplines. To prepare for the workforce, students learn cutting-edge theory and best practices, conduct innovative research, and develop excellent communication and critical-analysis skills. Assumption graduates are also known for their thoughtful citizenship and compassionate service to their community. For more information about Assumption College, please visit www.assumption.edu.