“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” – John 1:5
Ghana
How can we measure the impact of education?
We measure the impact of education through qualitative data by interviewing ASEC sisters, both those current students and alumnae. Through learning their stories, we can connect the dots between education and transformation, both within the sisters and their communities.
Using Technology to Strengthen Ministries
Last spring, the New York Times published an article about how women religious are sharing their experiences through social media platforms, like TikTok. In this article we reflect on the recent trends and explain how our sisters are learning to utilize technology.
Leading Student Peers at CUCG
Sr. Grace became the first woman religious elected as Faculty Student President at CUCG in 2021 and since then she has been using her ASEC education to better her congregation.
COVID-19 Case Study Published in Review of Religious Research
At ASEC we understood clearly that the pandemic would mean some serious changes for us and our goals. We also understood that COVID-19 may make our pending goals to transform education in Africa even that much more needed. As a research organization, we did what we do – research.
Visiting Scholar Researches How Social Media Can Help Congregations in Ghana
US Staff hosted ASEC’s 8th Visiting Scholar, Sr. Victorine, on a virtual visit to their Marywood University office.
Staff Training Focuses on Social Entrepreneurship
“The work you do on a daily basis is strengthening the capacity of the sisters you serve.” – Sr. Draru Mary Cecilia, LSMIG, Ph.D.
8th Visiting Scholar Selected for CARA Research Fellowship
Sr. Victorine Atsufui Afi Dorkenoo of the Sisters of Mary Mother of the Church (SMMC), from Ghana, has been selected as the 8th CARA-ASEC Visiting Scholar.
Catholic Sisters: Critical Investigators and Capable Researchers for Africa
In 2021, the ASEC Research Initiative saw tremendous growth in the areas of academic publication and research-related webinars. Learn how ASEC is supporting African sisters’ in their scholarly research.
Scholarship Program 2021: Bridging the Gap to Higher Education for Sisters in Africa
A year in review of ASEC’s Scholarship Program for women religious in Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia, Ghana, Kenya and Lesotho. Read about the program growth, celebrations and achievements as 2021 comes to an end.
Higher Education for Sisters in Africa (HESA) Program, 2021 Year in Review
A year in review of the Higher Education for Sisters in Africa (HESA) program. Read HESA news, graduation announcements, student achievements and program growth.
Sisters Leadership Development Initiative (SLDI) Program, 2021 Year in Review
A year in review of the Sisters Leadership Development Initiative (SLDI) program. Read about milestones, news and experiences from 2021.