Emmanuel College

Emmanuel College is a private Catholic liberal arts college that provides undergraduate and graduate education. It offers programs in the arts and sciences, business, education, health sciences, and other professional fields. The institution emphasizes a curriculum rooted in the liberal arts tradition while integrating experiential learning opportunities. It serves a diverse student body that includes traditional undergraduates, working adults, and international learners. The college aims to prepare students for careers and civic engagement through a values‑based education.

The college’s main campus is located in the Longwood Medical and Academic Area of Boston, Massachusetts. This urban setting provides proximity to hospitals, research institutions, and cultural resources that enrich academic and clinical training opportunities. Emmanuel College draws students primarily from the New England region, though it also enrolls learners from across the United States and abroad. The institution maintains a residential campus that supports student life and community engagement. Its location facilitates partnerships with local hospitals and organizations for internships and service learning.

Emmanuel College is distinguished by its Catholic identity and its sponsorship by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, which informs its mission of service and social responsibility. The college has a reputation for strong programs in nursing, education, and business administration, reflecting its focus on preparing graduates for professional practice. In April 2023, the college experienced a significant network outage attributed to the Avos Locker ransomware group, which claimed to have exfiltrated 140 GB of confidential student and faculty data and published old employee W‑2 forms as proof. The college’s IT department worked to restore services but did not publicly confirm paying a ransom or the full scope of the breach. This incident highlights the cybersecurity challenges faced by educational institutions and the importance of robust incident response capabilities.