Monthly Archives: April 2008

Finalstastic: Take a Break from the Books

Relax and unwind with these events taking place during finals period. Good luck on exams! April 30 Study Rooms Hogan 404, 405, 407, 8:30 – 12 a.m. Red Sox vs. Blue Jays Crossroads, 7:05 p.m. Open Gym Fieldhouse, 10 p.m. … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Junior Earns Goldwater Scholarship

WORCESTER, Mass. – Elizabeth Morse, a member of the College of the Holy Cross class of 2009, has received a Goldwater Scholarship; she is one of approximately 300 nationally to receive the award from the Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and … Continue reading →

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Spring Has Sprung

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Local Colleges Raise Money for Civilian Protection of Darfuris

WORCESTER, Mass. – A chapter of the Student Anti-Genocide Coalition (STAND) at the College of the Holy Cross, will inform the community about the action taken by students across the state to fund civilian protection for Darfuris and to continue … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Recognizes Alumni for Outstanding Professional Achievements and Service

Four graduates of the College of the Holy Cross—including a Worcester resident who has devoted four decades to working for social justice through community service… a global marketing executive who is helping educate a new generation of women business leaders… … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Academic Conference to Showcase Student Work

The College of the Holy Cross will host Academic Conference 2008 from April 23 through April 26. The four-day conference is designed to provide students from a broad spectrum of academic disciplines with an opportunity to present the results of … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Events to Celebrate Worcester’s Black History, New Book of Local Slave Narratives

WORCESTER, Mass. – The College of the Holy Cross will host “Bondage and Belonging in Black Worcester,” a celebration of Worcester slave narratives, local African American authors, and Worcester’s black history, on Saturday, April 26 from 8:45 a.m. – 5 … Continue reading →

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Kevin M. Cahill M.D., International Humanitarian, to Deliver Commencement Address at Holy Cross

Kevin M. Cahill, M.D., a driving force in humanitarian assistance and relief efforts across the globe for more than 45 years and a leading specialist in tropical medicine, will receive an honorary degree from the College of the Holy Cross … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Holds Fourth Annual Benefit Concert for Abby’s House

WORCESTER, Mass. – The Holy Cross Chapel Choir is holding the fourth annual concert titled “Songs of Hope” to benefit Abby’s House on Sunday, April 27 at 3 p.m. in St. Joseph Chapel at the College. A suggested donation of … Continue reading →

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Senior Apartments to be Named in Honor of Celebrated Trial Lawyer and Alumnus

The College of the Holy Cross will officially name the Senior Apartments, the Edward Bennett Williams Hall, in honor of the legacy and generosity of the late Ed Williams ’41.  Agnes Williams and members of her family will be on … Continue reading →

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Kevin M. Cahill M.D., International Humanitarian, to Deliver Commencement Address at Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – Kevin M. Cahill, M.D., a driving force in humanitarian assistance and relief efforts across the globe for more than 45 years and a leading specialist in tropical medicine, will receive an honorary degree from the College of … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Sponsoring Seventh Annual Relay for Disaster Relief

WORCESTER, Mass. – The College of the Holy Cross will hold its seventh annual Relay for Disaster Relief on Tuesday, April 22 at 5:30 p.m. starting at Healy Residence Hall. Contributions from the event will be donated to the Beverly … Continue reading →

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Photo Gallery: Black Student Union 40th Anniversary Celebration

More than 150 alumni from across the country gathered at Holy Cross April 11 to 13 to celebrate the 40 year anniversary of the founding of the Black Student Union. The event allowed alumni — many of whom attended Holy … Continue reading →

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Scholar on Muslim-Christian Relations to Give Lecture at Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – John L. Esposito, University Professor and founding director of the Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal Center for Muslim-Christian Understanding at Georgetown University will give a lecture titled “Muslim-Christian Encounters in the 21st Century” on Thursday, April 24 at … Continue reading →

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Spring Weekend: Dominate in ‘08

Classes are almost over, and the school year is winding down. That means it’s time for spring weekend, April 24 – 29. Thursday, April 24 Spring Weekend Kick Off Upper Kimball, 5 – 8 p.m. Kick off Spring Weekend with … Continue reading →

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Best-Selling Author Michael Pollan to Give Presentation at Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – Michael Pollan, best-selling author, will give a presentation titled “In Defense of Food: The Omnivore’s Solution” on Tuesday, April 22 at 7:30 p.m. in the Hogan Campus Center Ballroom at the College of the Holy Cross. The … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Gamelan Orchestra to Hold Concert Directed by Master Balinese Artist

WORCESTER, Mass. – The College of the Holy Cross departments of theatre and music will present a concert of their famed Balinese gamelan orchestra, Gamelan Gita Sari, under the directorship of visiting fellow in Balinese performing arts, I Made Bandem, … Continue reading →

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150 Alumni Celebrate 40 Year Anniversary of Black Student Union in Powerful Three Day Weekend

A joyous anniversary celebration marking the 40-year history of the Black Student Union drew approximately 150 alumni from across the country back to the Holy Cross campus on April 11 to 13. The Black Student Union was founded in 1968 … Continue reading →

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The Cantor Art Gallery Presents the Works of Graduating Seniors

WORCESTER, Mass. – The Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Art Gallery at the College of the Holy Cross presents We•go, the works of graduating seniors in the visual arts department, from Thursday, April 24 through Friday, May 23. Each spring … Continue reading →

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Jason Mraz Headlines Spring Concert at Holy Cross

The Campus Activities Board (CAB) at the College of the Holy Cross presents the Annual Spring Concert headlining Jason Mraz with Everclear, featuring Bushwalla and Justin Kredible on Tuesday, April 29 at 7:30 p.m. in the Hart Center. Tickets cost … Continue reading →

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