Monthly Archives: January 2012

“Tebow Nation: Religion-sports mix has history”

In a Telegram & Gazette article, Mathew Schmalz, associate professor of religious studies at the College of the Holy Cross, explained why football fans give great attention, with mixed reactions, to Denver Bronco’s quarterback Tim Tebow’s religious approach toward the … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Seelos Film Series Spring 2012 Schedule

The following films will be shown at the Seelos Theater at the College of the 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 … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Students to Discuss Genocide Prevention at Public Policy Symposium

On Jan. 28, more than 25 Holy Cross students will meet to discuss the nature of genocide and the emerging international policy norm known as the Responsibility to Protect (R2P) as part of the sixth annual Presidential Scholars Public Policy … Continue reading →

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Campuswide Multifaith Prayer to Celebrate Faith Traditions at Holy Cross

On the afternoon that spring semester classes begin, the Chaplains’ Office will hold a Campuswide Multifaith Prayer to celebrate the rich faith traditions that are represented at Holy Cross. Students, faculty and staff are invited to gather and participate on … Continue reading →

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Is an Oscar Best Picture Nomination Worth Less Now Than in the Past?

Does the value of an Oscar nomination or win still help a film enjoy higher box office revenues, an increased market share of theaters, and a larger share of the rental market? Studies have established the financial benefits associated with … Continue reading →

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Ferraguto ’05 Earns Pisk Prize for Best Paper at American Musicological Society

Mark Ferraguto ’05, of Hartford, Conn., received the Paul A. Pisk Prize for the best scholarly paper given by a graduate student at the American Musicological Society. Ferraguto, who is working on a Ph.D. in musicology at Cornell University, is … Continue reading →

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“Airport Impact Study Raises Questions”

In a Worcester Business Journal article, Victor Matheson, associate professor of economics at the College of the Holy Cross, weighs in on the methodology used in an economic impact study of Worcester Regional Airport.  The article questions the study’s use of the “multiplier effect,” among other … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Welcomes 32nd President; Fr. Boroughs Arrives on Campus

Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., assumed office as the 32nd president of Holy Cross on Monday, Jan. 9. Fr. Boroughs was elected by the College’s Board of Trustees in May of last year to succeed Rev. Michael C. McFarland, S.J.  … Continue reading →

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Cantor Art Gallery to Display Works by Argentinian and Cuban Artists

The Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Art Gallery at the College of the Holy Cross will feature two exhibitions of artwork by Argentinian and Cuban artists beginning in late January. Painting Borges: Art Interpreting Literature, will be on view from … Continue reading →

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