Monthly Archives: November 2012

‘Boomers Aren’t Fading Away Easily’

In a story in the Worcester Business Journal’s “By the Numbers” issue, Bryan Engelhardt, assistant professor of economics at the College of the Holy Cross, commented on the economic phenomenon of “baby boomers” who, instead of retiring, continue to work. … Continue reading →

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Presidential Election Excitement Grips Holy Cross Students

Student groups have been actively involved in the political process since early in the calendar year. This semester they held voter registration and absentee ballot drives, organized debate watching parties, and kept up to date with political news. Not surprisingly, … Continue reading →

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Junior in Washington Semester Program Witnesses History in the Making

The moment the first two state polls closed at 6 p.m., the news desk managers and I kicked into high gear as we zipped our eyes from computer screen to competing television stations in anticipation for the presidential election results. … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross to Sponsor Lunch Time Skating on Worcester Common Oval

Headed out for your lunch break? Beginning on Wednesday, Dec. 5, enjoy a relaxing skate during your lunch hour or maybe get in a quick workout? Sponsored by the College of the Holy Cross, the Worcester Common Oval will open … Continue reading →

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Distinguished Nonfiction Writer and Essayist to Read at Holy Cross as Part of Working Writers Series

Joe Mackall, esteemed essayist, editor and nonfiction writer, will give a reading as part of the Working Writers Series on Thursday, Nov. 8 at 7:30 p.m. in Rehm Library at the College. The event, sponsored by the College’s Creative Writing … Continue reading →

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Video: Holy Cross Political Science Chair Examines Electoral College, Impact on 2012 Election

Who will come out on top in the 2012 presidential election: Barack Obama or Mitt Romney? If the polls are to be believed, it’s a tight race. The Electoral College will play an integral role in determining the victor. Donald … Continue reading →

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Photo Gallery: Family Weekend Charms College Parents

Photography by Dan Vaillancourt More than 400 families of Holy Cross students explored campus during Family Weekend, held Oct. 26-28, and took in many of the events from the chock-a-block schedule. More than 100 people crowded into Hogan Jenks Suites … Continue reading →

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Fall Break Offers Unique Opportunities for Learning

From Bolivia to London to New York City, from silent retreats to volunteering in the City of Worcester, College of the Holy Cross students, faculty, and staff did anything but rest over fall break. The Rocky Path to Bolivia Rev. … Continue reading →

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Four Holy Cross Professors Recognized for Teaching, Scholarship and Service

Four members of the College of the Holy Cross faculty have been honored with the Arthur J. O’Leary Faculty Recognition Award. These $12,000 honoraria are given each year by the Office of the Senior Vice President to senior faculty members … Continue reading →

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College Community Engaged in 2012 Election

For most students at the College of the Holy Cross, the 2012 election is the first opportunity they’ll have to vote.  And it’s an opportunity they’re taking very seriously. Throughout the fall semester, many student groups have been actively engaged … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Mock Trial Celebrates First Place Finish in Invitational Tournament at Coast Guard Academy

The College of the Holy Cross placed first in the sixth annual Guardian Invitational Mock Trial tournament, which was held at the Coast Guard Academy in New London, Conn. from Oct. 19 – 24. With two teams participating in over … Continue reading →

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