Monthly Archives: October 2010

International Leader in HIV/AIDS Research, Dr. Anthony S. Fauci to Speak at Holy Cross

Posted on October 20, 2010 by College of the Holy Cross

Anthony S. Fauci, M.D., ’62, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) at the National Institutes of Health, will deliver the inaugural Joseph E. Murray, M.D., ’40 Distinguished Lectureship in Medicine on Monday, Nov. 8 at … Continue reading →

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A president unscripted

Posted on October 19, 2010 by Kristine Maloney

Investigative journalist Bob Woodward will deliver the 45th Hanify-Howland Memorial Lecture at the College of the Holy Cross.  Members of the Hanify-Howland Memorial Lecture committee Ward Thomas, professor of political science, Tucker Wade ’11, and Katherine Andrew ’11, talk about … Continue reading →

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The Holy Cross Theatre Department Presents the British Comedy Hay Fever

Posted on October 18, 2010 by College of the Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – The department of theatre at the College of the Holy Cross presents Hay Fever  written by Noel Coward in 1924 and directed by Scott Malia, a visiting assistant professor. The play will be performed November 4-6 and … Continue reading →

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Video: South African Students Explore Race and Diversity in Immersion Program

Posted on October 15, 2010 by College of the Holy Cross

Despite the end of apartheid nearly 20 years ago, South Africa remains deeply divided along color lines. Racism and prejudice are particularly evident in the nation’s universities, many of which have struggled to integrate classrooms and residence halls. In response, … Continue reading →

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Photo Gallery: How Do Holy Cross Students Spend Their Time When Class Isn’t in Session?

Posted on October 15, 2010 by College of the Holy Cross

The long, warm summer days may be a fading memory, but for many students who spent their time off pursuing scholarly, athletic and other interests, their experiences will help shape their lives. Take a look at how six students spent … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Leads Faculty From Jesuit Schools on Annual Pilgrimage of Ignatian History

Posted on October 15, 2010 by College of the Holy Cross

For eight years, the College of the Holy Cross has organized an annual summertime pilgrimage for its faculty, and for colleagues at Jesuit colleges and universities around the United States, to visit important sites in the life of St. Ignatius … Continue reading →

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Blog: Political Science Major Spends Semester in Nation’s Capital

Posted on October 15, 2010 by College of the Holy Cross

NAME Tricia Dunn ’12 HOMETOWN Windsor, Conn. AREAS OF STUDY Political science major and visual arts studio minor WHERE SHE’S INTERNING As part of Holy Cross’ Washington Semester Program, Dunn is at the Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting. Although every … Continue reading →

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Union City Blues

Posted on October 14, 2010 by Kristine Maloney

In a story about four of the city’s unions currently without contracts, David O’Brien, professor emeritus of history at the College of the Holy Cross, talks about the state of labor unions nationally. Read the Worcester Mag story.

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A spoiler looms in Massachusetts governor race

Posted on October 14, 2010 by Kristine Maloney

Donald Brand, professor of political science at the College of the Holy Cross, talks about the Massachusetts governor race and what role President Obama’s support for incumbent Deval Patrick might play in the election. Read the International Business Times story.

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‘Hanoi Jane’ as a scapegoat

Posted on October 13, 2010 by Kristine Maloney

Jerry Lembcke, associate professor of political science at the College of the Holy Cross, talks about actress Jane Fonda’s role during the Vietnam War, which is also the subject of his new book, Hanoi Jane: War, Sex, and Fantasies of … Continue reading →

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Award-Winning Novelist and Screenwriter to Speak at Holy Cross

Posted on October 13, 2010 by College of the Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – Award-winning novelist and screenwriter Tom Perrotta will read his works on Thursday, Oct. 28 at 7:30 p.m. in the Levis Browsing Room in Dinand Library at the College of the Holy Cross. The event, sponsored by the … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Announces 2010 Distinguished Teaching Award and Swords Medalists

Posted on October 12, 2010 by College of the Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – Judith Chubb, professor of political science and a member of the College of the Holy Cross faculty since 1978, received the 2010 Distinguished Teaching Award at the College’s annual Fall Faculty Convocation and Awards Ceremony. The Holy … Continue reading →

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For Top College Teams, a Marathon on Skates

Posted on October 9, 2010 by Kristine Maloney

Bill Bellerose, associate athletic director at the College of the Holy Cross, talks about the long college hockey season and the importance of scheduling games around class time. Read The New York Times story.

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Summer of ’44

Posted on October 8, 2010 by Kristine Maloney

Leah Hager Cohen, the William H.P. Jenks Chair in Contemporary American Letters at the College of the Holy Cross, reviews Philip Roth’s new book, Nemesis. Read The New York Times story.

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Video: StoryCorps Founder Dave Isay Discusses His Mission

Posted on October 6, 2010 by College of the Holy Cross

Watch the video (total time: 01:43) » Dave Isay, founder of StoryCorps and author of Listening is an Act of Love, addressed more than 150 second-year students recently as part of the Second-Year Opportunities Program (also known as “2YO”) at Holy … Continue reading →

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Ten Years After Vatican’s Call for Global Christian Churches to Work Together, Professor to Participate in Ecumenism Symposium

Posted on October 6, 2010 by College of the Holy Cross

A philosophy professor from the College of the Holy Cross will join scholars and clergy involved in the work of ecumenism — the aim of unity among all Christian churches throughout the world —for a symposium at the University of … Continue reading →

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Organist Brett Maguire to Perform at Holy Cross

Posted on October 4, 2010 by College of the Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – Brett Maguire, concert organist and Holy Cross alumnus, will perform Sunday, Oct. 24 at 3 p.m. in St. Joseph Memorial Chapel at the College of the Holy Cross, as part of the Holy Cross Chapel Artists’ Series.  … Continue reading →

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Author to Share Family Story of Twin Bond Severed By Holocaust

Posted on October 4, 2010 by College of the Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – Eugene Pogany, author of In My Brother’s Image: Twin Brothers Separated by Faith After the Holocaust, will give a lecture titled “From Brother to Other and Back” on Monday, Oct. 25 at 7:30 p.m. in Rehm Library … Continue reading →

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Cândido ’11 Shares Experiences from His Internship at U.S. Embassy in the Philippines

Posted on October 4, 2010 by College of the Holy Cross

When it comes to talking about his summer internship experience, Philippe Cândido ’11 has no shortage of impressive stories. The economics major and Latin American & Latino Studies minor from Lowell, Mass., earned a prestigious placement through the Summer Internship … Continue reading →

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Biolsi ’12: Annual Women in Business Conference Inspires Future Holy Cross Leaders

Posted on October 4, 2010 by College of the Holy Cross

For the past three years, I’ve had the distinct honor of serving as one of the student organizers for the Women in Business Conference, which honors the success of Holy Cross women in business and inspires future Holy Cross leaders. … Continue reading →

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