Monthly Archives: May 2011

Holy Cross President Receives Honorary Degree from Layfayette College

Posted on May 16, 2011 by Kristine Maloney

Lafayette College in Pennsylvania awarded an honorary doctorate to Rev. Michael C. McFarland, S.J., president of the College of the Holy Cross, at their 176th Commencement on Saturday, May 21. Fr. McFarland received the honorary degree of Doctor of Humane … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Junior Receives Award for Work with INTERPOL During Semester in D.C.

Posted on May 12, 2011 by Holy Cross in the News

 A recent Telegram & Gazette article focuses on Alexa Child, a member of the College of the Holy Cross class of 2012, who was selected for the 2010 fall semester’s Maurizio Vannicelli Washington Semester Away Program Award by the College. Find … Continue reading →

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Photo Gallery: Students, Staff Design and Construct Japanese Garden Gate

Posted on May 12, 2011 by

A gate constructed out of wood has members of the Holy Cross community doing a double take as they walk past the Hogan Courtyard. The Japanese garden gate was erected earlier in the week. Here are the details. 1. The … Continue reading →

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“In the war on infections, add sugar”

Posted on May 12, 2011 by Holy Cross in the News

A front page Boston Globe story highlighted new research by College of the Holy Cross Trustee James Collins ’87, a biomedical engineer and recipient of a MacArthur “genius” grant.  The article recounted Collins’ frustration over a recurring case of strep throat while … Continue reading →

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“Leading pace of growth”

Posted on May 12, 2011 by Holy Cross in the News

In a front page Telegram & Gazette story about the nationwide growth in Asian-owned businesses, Bryan Engelhardt, assistant professor of economics at the College of the Holy Cross, shared some of the reasons behind the trend. “Minorities face significant discrimination in the workforce,” … Continue reading →

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Photo Gallery: 4 Alumni Recognized for Outstanding Achievements, Service

Posted on May 11, 2011 by

Related Information: Read more about each of the recipients: Erin M. Boyd ’99, Kathleen M. Curran ’89, Patrick C.W. Tam ’81 and John A. Zaia, M.D. ’64. To see previous winners and to submit nominations for next year’s Sanctae Crucis … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Administrators to Serve Midnight Breakfast to Students During Final Exams

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Cristal Steuer

Recognizing that students stay up late to study during finals period, administrators at the College of the Holy Cross—including President Michael C. McFarland, S.J.—volunteer each semester to serve the scholars breakfast late into the night. Fr. McFarland will be serving … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Announces New Assistant Director of Government and Community Relations

Posted on May 9, 2011 by Cristal Steuer

The College of the Holy Cross has announced the hiring of Matthew T. Kennis as the assistant director of the office of government and community relations, a new position. Kennis will work under the direction of Edward M. Augustus, Jr., … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Names Next President

Posted on May 9, 2011 by Holy Cross in the News

The Associated Press, Boston Globe and Telegram & Gazette all announced the news that Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., was elected as the 32nd president of the College of the Holy Cross. “I feel honored and humbled to be selected … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Names Next President

Posted on May 7, 2011 by Kristine Maloney

The College of the Holy Cross Board of Trustees has elected Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., as the College’s 32nd president.  The vote was taken at a meeting of the Trustees on the College’s campus and announced by P. Kevin … Continue reading →

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Senior Spotlight: ‘I Never Anticipated Growing So Much,’ Says Curran

Posted on May 6, 2011 by

NAME Colleen Curran HOMETOWN Alpharetta, Ga. AREAS OF STUDY English and self-designed medieval studies double major ACTIVITIES Ballroom Dance Team, liturgical ministry, MAGIS Program, Admissions tour guide, Kimball Captain, Admissions blogger. UP NEXT Pursuing a master of philosophy degree in … Continue reading →

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Senior Spotlight: Enhancing Cultural Fluency Key Highlight of College Career for Wan Yi Fang

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NAME Wan Yi Fang HOMETOWN Malden, Mass. AREAS OF STUDY Psychology major in the College Honors Program ACTIVITIES Publicity coordinator for House Council; resident counselor for Odyssey; secretary/multicultural student organization liaison for A.S.I.A.  (Advocating Student Interest in Asia); Fusion Hip-Hop; … Continue reading →

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Senior Spotlight: Academics and Athletics Slam Dunk Experience for Andrew Keister

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NAME Andrew Keister HOMETOWN Galloway, N.J. AREAS OF STUDY History major, art history minor, Peace and Conflict studies concentration ACTIVITIES Lectured before high school students in the Worcester Public Schools as part of a Holy Cross athletics outreach program, Holy … Continue reading →

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Senior Spotlight: Science Research ‘Defined My Experience at Holy Cross,’ Says Metrano

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NAME Anthony Metrano HOMETOWN North Attleborough, Mass. AREAS OF STUDY Chemistry and biology double major, in the College Honors Program ACTIVITIES Organic chemistry research with Brian R. Linton, assistant professor of chemistry, studying Thiourea Catalysis; founder and co-chair of Bio … Continue reading →

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Senior Spotlight: Valedictorian Miriam Westin Plans to Live Out Jesuit Ideals

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NAME Miriam Westin HOMETOWN St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada AREAS OF STUDY Studio art major with a self-designed minor in architectural studies ACTIVITIES Campus Christian Fellowship, Coalition Against Human Trafficking, College Choir, Community Standards Board, Community and Public Leadership Workshop, DJ … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Environmental Group to Turn Trash into Treasure

Posted on May 6, 2011 by Cristal Steuer

Eco-Action, a student-run environmental group at the College of the Holy Cross, will sponsor “Trash or Treasure,” May 12-27.  The “Trash or Treasure” movement encourages students to leave unwanted items, such as lamps, office supplies, clothing, and books, in designated … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Announces New Director of the College Chaplains Office

Posted on May 6, 2011 by Cristal Steuer

Marybeth Kearns-Barrett ’84 is the new director of the Office of the College Chaplains at the College of the Holy Cross.  Her appointment was announced by Rev. Michael C. McFarland, S.J., president of the College. A member of the campus … Continue reading →

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McGlynn ’11 Awarded Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship to Germany

Posted on May 6, 2011 by Rachel Salemme ’12

Thomas McGlynn ’11, of Philadelphia, has been awarded a Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship to Germany, where he will teach English to German high school students. He leaves for the country in early September. A music and German double major, McGlynn … Continue reading →

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“The Worcester Crew”

Posted on May 5, 2011 by Holy Cross in the News

  Jeremy Shulkin, reporter for Worcester Mag, went for a ride with the rowing teams at the College of the Holy Cross to learn a little more about what really goes on during training. He learned a lot, especially the week before the … Continue reading →

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“SATS: How some colleges are going test-optional”

Posted on May 5, 2011 by Holy Cross in the News

Think high SATs scores are the only way into a good college? In a Fox 25 News Special Report, Ann McDermott, director of admissions at the College of the Holy Cross, explains why some colleges are not putting as much weight … Continue reading →

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