Monthly Archives: September 2008

Holy Cross in the News (July – September 2008)

Posted on September 30, 2008 by Kristine Maloney

Telegram & Gazette September 29, 2008 “On the job” Leon Claessens, assistant professor of biology at the College of the Holy Cross, is the focus of this week’s “On the job” in the Telegram & Gazette. Inside Higher Ed September … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Junior Named Patriot League Goalkeeper of the Week

Posted on September 30, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – Junior goalkeeper Thomas Booth  (Patchogue, N.Y.) has been named the BRINE Patriot League Goalkeeper of the Week in men’s soccer for competition from September 22-28. In the opening week of Patriot League play, Booth earned his fourth … Continue reading →

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U.S. Representative McGovern to Join Panel on Globalization at Holy Cross

Posted on September 29, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – The College of the Holy Cross will host a panel on globalization on Friday, Oct. 17 at 3:30 p.m. in the Seelos Theater. Panelists include U.S. Rep. James P. McGovern, D-Worcester, Xiangming Chen, dean and director of … Continue reading →

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Pulitzer Prize-winning Novelist to Give Reading as Part of Holy Cross Visiting Writers Series

Posted on September 29, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist Edward P. Jones ’72 will give a reading on Thursday, Oct. 9 at 8 p.m. in the Seelos Theater at the College of the Holy Cross. The lecture is part of the College’s Visiting … Continue reading →

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Visiting International Jesuit to Talk about Christian Dialogue with Judaism and Islam

Posted on September 24, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – Rev. Paolo Gamberini, S.J., International Visiting Jesuit Fellow in the religious studies department, will give a talk titled “Christology at the Crossroad: in Dialogue with Judaism and Islam,” on Tuesday, Sept. 30 at 4 p.m. in Rehm … Continue reading →

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Freshman Midfielder Named Patriot League Rookie of the Week

Posted on September 24, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – Holy Cross freshman midfielder Katherine Donnelly, from Londonderry, N.H., has been named the Brine Patriot League Rookie of the Week in women’s soccer, for games played from Sept. 15-21. Donnelly scored three goals as the Crusaders split … Continue reading →

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A Tale of Two Cities

Posted on September 24, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

Juniors James Mina and Catherine O’Connor chose to attend Holy Cross partly because of its strong Study Abroad program, which sponsors yearlong programs in locations across the world. “I’ve wanted to take part in Holy Cross’ Study Abroad Program ever … Continue reading →

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5 Things You Don’t Know About Holy Cross

Posted on September 24, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

From ammunition in the Chapel to a deeply rooted Boston College-Holy Cross football feud, Holy Cross’ character is predicated on its rich historical tradition dating back to its founding in 1843. Rev. Anthony J. Kuzniewski, S.J., author of Thy Honored … Continue reading →

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Massachusetts Secretary of Education to Give Talk at Holy Cross

Posted on September 23, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – Paul Reville, recently appointed secretary of education for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, will give a lecture on Monday, Sept. 29, at 5 p.m. in the Rehm Library at the College of the Holy Cross. The talk, titled … Continue reading →

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Educating the Whole Person

Posted on September 23, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

Brian Regan ’10 says that talking about his Jesuit education is easier said than done because it is difficult to step back and objectively critique something that is “so intertwined” with every aspect of his life. Nevertheless, that’s exactly what … Continue reading →

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Ready for Something New

Posted on September 23, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

Brandi Ramos ’12 chose to attend Holy Cross because it was close enough to her hometown, the campus was small, and everyone she came across was welcoming. The last two reasons are especially important. Ramos says she got lost several … Continue reading →

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The Right Decision

Posted on September 23, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

Even before visiting, Melissa Browne ’12 knew she was going to attend Holy Cross because of its stellar classics department. But she was absolutely smitten the second she set foot on the campus. “As soon as I saw just how … Continue reading →

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Jesuit Education Lasts a Lifetime

Posted on September 22, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

Three years following her graduation, Mary Beth Ryan ’05 still finds herself influenced by Holy Cross. During her time on the Hill, Ryan came to understand the spiritual element behind Jesuit education: learning about the purpose and meaning of life. … Continue reading →

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Race to the Finish

Posted on September 22, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

Following the success of last year’s Jesuit Amazing Race, in which about 50 students participated in a scavenger hunt inspired by the popular TV show “The Amazing Race,” organizers are again sponsoring the event as part of this year’s Jesuit … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Aims to Break Records in the Fight Against Cancer

Posted on September 19, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – Students, faculty, and staff from the College of the Holy Cross will join thousands of people from Central Massachusetts on Sun., Sept. 28 for the 10th annual Walk to Cure Cancer, a day of celebration, remembrance, and … Continue reading →

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Award Winning Concert Organist to Kick-off the 2008-09 Chapel Artist Series at Holy Cross

Posted on September 18, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – James Higdon, award winning concert organist, will perform on Sunday, Sept. 28 at 3 p.m. in the Saint Joseph Memorial Chapel at the College of the Holy Cross.  The event is free, handicap accessible, and open to … Continue reading →

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World-Renowned Korean Duo to Perform at Holy Cross

Posted on September 18, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – World-renowned duo Min Kwon, pianist, and her sister Yoon Kwon, violinist, will perform on Friday, Sept. 26 at 8 p.m. in Brooks Concert Hall at the College of the Holy Cross. The event, free and open to … Continue reading →

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Shooting High

Posted on September 18, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

Briana McFadden ’10 had plenty of colleges to select from, but she chose Holy Cross because it offered the best combination of high academic standards and a strong athletics program. The math major from Germantown, Md., says she made the … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Seelos Film Series Fall 2008 Schedule

Posted on September 17, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

The following films will be shown at the Seelos Theater at Holy Cross. All films are free and open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis. For additional information, please call the Seelos Theater Box Office at 508-793-2455. The … Continue reading →

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Feast of Holy Cross Celebrated at Special Mass on Campus

Posted on September 17, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

On Sunday, Sept. 14, Rev. Michael C. McFarland, S.J., president of Holy Cross, presided and preached at Mass on the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross. In his homily delivered in St. Joseph Memorial Chapel, Fr. McFarland spoke … Continue reading →

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