Monthly Archives: July 2013

‘What the pope left out about women’

In a recent op-ed piece for CNN, Alice Laffey, associate professor of religious studies, discussed the pope’s comments about women in the Catholic church made during his press conference on July 28. Laffey, who was a member of the Women’s … Continue reading →

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Two Holy Cross Students to Launch New Community Development Center in Peru

Two rising Holy Cross juniors have received a $10,000 Projects for Peace grant from the Davis United World College Scholars Program to construct a community center on the outskirts of Chiclayo, Lambayeque, a struggling region off Peru’s northern coast. Edward … Continue reading →

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Celebrate the Feast of St. Ignatius on Social Media

Loyola Press, a Jesuit publishing company, is celebrating the Feast Day of St. Ignatius, with a series called “Find Your Inner Iggy” — and they’re inviting you to get involved. St. Ignatius founded the Jesuits, the Catholic order whose values … Continue reading →

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Pope Francis says he accepts gay priests

In an article in The Boston Globe, Mathew Schmalz, professor of religious studies at the College of the Holy Cross, reflected on Pope Francis’ recent statement regarding sexual orientation and morality. Controversially, and also to much applause, Francis recently affirmed … Continue reading →

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In Memoriam: G. Earl Peace Jr., Associate Professor Emeritus of Chemistry and Former Class Dean

G. Earl Peace Jr., associate professor emeritus of chemistry and former class dean, passed away on July 24 after an illness. He was 68. Peace served the College for a total of 24 years, first as a tenured faculty member … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Magazine Takes You Behind the Scenes of its Latest Cover Story on the City of Worcester

For decades Holy Cross students and alumni have embraced the city of Worcester and all it has to offer. “Worcester has been Holy Cross’ hometown since 1843,” says Holy Cross Magazine (HCM) editor Suzanne Morrissey. “In our summer issue, we … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Among ‘Best and Most Interesting Colleges’ in ‘Fiske Guide’

The College of the Holy Cross has again been named “one of the best and most interesting colleges” in the country by the “Fiske Guide to Colleges.”  Compiled by former New York Times education editor Edward B. Fiske, the 2014 … Continue reading →

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Blog: Filipino-American Fontelo ’13 Studies Classical Music in Philippines Under Fulbright

NAME Paul Fontelo ’13 HOMETOWN Potomac, Md. UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES Music and history double major WHAT HE’S STUDYING Under a Fulbright grant, Fontelo is studying classical music composition from leading Filipino composers and musicians at the University of the Philippines College … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Students and Faculty Make Headlines for Performance in Bali Arts Festival

In the summer of 2009, Lynn Kremer, professor of theatre at the College of the Holy Cross, took a group of students and alumni to perform her original musical drama “Mimpi” at the prestigious Bali Arts Festival; they were the … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Produces Record Number of Fulbright Scholars

Fourteen recent graduates from the College of the Holy Cross have been awarded Fulbright grants to work and teach abroad during the 2013-14 academic year. This marks a record high number of Fulbrights awarded in a single year for the … Continue reading →

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‘Starting high school later may help sleepy teens’

In an Associated Press article, Amy Wolfson, professor of psychology and associate dean of faculty development, commented on the importance of sleep. In particular, she suggested that it is imperative for young people to realize the importance of rest, especially … Continue reading →

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‘The 10 Coolest People in Worcester’

Worcester is truly a cool city, and so narrowing a list of Worcester’s 10 Coolest People for 2013 was no easy task. What do you do in a place full of artists, singers, restaurateurs, colleges, educators and community activists? You … Continue reading →

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First Ever Delegation of Holy Cross Students and Staff to Attend World Youth Day in Brazil

Five students from the College of the Holy Cross left the United States on July 11 to take part in World Youth Day (WYD) in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Organized by the Catholic Church and hosted by Pope Francis, the … Continue reading →

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Video: Five Holy Cross Alumni Honored With Sanctae Crucis Awards

Having trouble viewing the video? Watch it on YouTube. Holy Cross takes justifiable pride in its clearly articulated and widely “lived” mission — a mission that is not only integrated into daily life on the campus but also into the professional … Continue reading →

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Photo Gallery: Five Alumni Recognized for Outstanding Achievement, Service

Related Information Video: Five Holy Cross Alumni Honored With Sanctae Crucis Awards Read more about each of the recipients Learn more about the Sanctae Crucis Awards Read Holy Cross Magazine coverage Submit Nominiations Do you know a Holy Cross graduate who … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Professors Awarded for Outstanding Scholarship and Student Advising

Two faculty members at the College of the Holy Cross—Kenneth Mills, associate professor and chair of the chemistry department, and Alice Laffey, associate professor of religious studies—are the recipients of the College’s Mary Louise Marfuggi Faculty Awards. The annual awards … Continue reading →

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‘Sponsorships give local youth new experiences’

Hailed as “the best camp for basketball fundamentals, friendships and fun,” the College of the Holy Cross girls’ basketball camp began on Wednesday, July 10. Recently, the Telegram & Gazette reported that Worcester District Attorney Joseph D. Early Jr. sponsored … Continue reading →

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McFadden ’10 Awarded Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship to Brazil

Sean McFadden ’10, of Oriental, N.C., has been awarded a Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship to Brazil where he will teach English to Brazilian undergraduate college students during the 2014 calendar year. He will also be doing research on the work … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Fund Has Record-Breaking Year, Raising Over $9.3 Million

The financial support Holy Cross  received over the last year from alumni, parents and friends has not only set new standards.  This successful year is also an indication that the entire Holy Cross community shares in the commitment to educate … Continue reading →

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$100,000 Grant to Help Improve Chinese Language Literacy

For the second year in a row, Holy Cross has been awarded a $100,000 STARTALK grant to operate a Chinese teacher development program. Created by the National Security Language Initiative, STARTALK aims to expand and improve the teaching and learning … Continue reading →

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