Monthly Archives: September 2014

Noted Catholic Author to Discuss Capitalism and the Church

Joseph Pearce, writer in residence at Aquinas College in Nashville, Tenn., and director of the Aquinas Center for Faith and Culture, will give a talk titled “Catholicism and Capitalism: Friends or Enemies?” on Thursday, Oct. 9 at 4 p.m. in Rehm Library. … Continue reading →

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Working For Worcester, WSGA, and Holy Cross Running Club Announces Fall 5K

The Working for Worcester project, the Worcester Student Government Association (WSGA), and the Holy Cross Running Club present the first annual School Year Kick-Off 5K Run on Saturday, Oct. 4 at 9 a.m., starting in Hogan Campus Center Courtyard. The … Continue reading →

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Blog: Carroll ’16 Shows It’s Possible to Major in Science and Study Abroad

NAME Michaela Carroll ’16 HOMETOWN Barrington, R.I. AREAS OF STUDY Physics major WHERE SHE’S STUDYING University of Leicester in Leicester, England WHY SHE CHOSE ENGLAND “I want to continue studying physics while getting to explore another culture. The University of … Continue reading →

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Former NBA Player and Fall River Native to Speak at Holy Cross

Former NBA player and author of “Basketball Junkie” Chris Herren will share his story of recovery on Tuesday, Oct. 7 at 7:30 p.m. in the Hart Center at the College of the Holy Cross.  The event is free and open … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Football Team Will Reemerge For Homecoming Weekend

Holy Cross Athletics is releasing a new four-part video series prior to this weekend’s Homecoming football game against 16th-ranked Fordham. The first video in the series follows. Visit GoHolyCross.com every day this week in order to see the remainder of … Continue reading →

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Lecture to Share Findings of Largest Survey on Faith Across Generations

Vern Bengtson, faculty research associate with the Edward R. Roybal Institute on Aging at the University of Southern California, will give a lecture titled “Millennials, Parents and Grandparents: Are families still passing on the faith?” at the College of the … Continue reading →

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Internationally Renowned Organist and Cornettist to Perform as Part of Chapel Artists Series

Liuwe Tamminga, a renowned organist, and Bruce Dickey, an award-winning cornettist, will perform as part of the Chapel Artists Series on Sunday, Oct. 5 at 3 p.m. in St. Joseph Memorial Chapel at the College of the Holy Cross. The … Continue reading →

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Swim Across America Bonds Swimming & Diving Teams

The transition to college can be a difficult one, especially as a student-athlete. Freshmen are anxious about classes, meeting new people and competing at the college level. The Holy Cross swimming and diving teams participated in a great event in … Continue reading →

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Internationally Known Religious Leader and Worcester Native To Discuss American Judaism

Renowned religious leader, Rabbi Eric Yoffie will return to his native Worcester to present a lecture on American Judaism at the College of the Holy Cross on Monday, Oct. 6 at 7:30 p.m. in the Rehm Library. His lecture, titled … Continue reading →

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In Memoriam: Terri Priest, Associate Professor Emerita of Studio Art

Terri Priest, associate professor emerita of studio art, passed away on Sept. 13 after an illness. She was 86. Priest joined Holy Cross in 1978 after receiving a master of fine arts degree from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. … Continue reading →

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Teach For America Ranks Holy Cross as a Top Contributor for Sixth Year in a Row

For the sixth year in a row, the College of the Holy Cross is a top contributor to Teach For America, a nonprofit organization that sends graduating seniors into urban and rural classrooms across the nation. With 11 members of … Continue reading →

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‘Tesla’s removal of patent restrictions a boost for electric cars’

In an op-ed for the Worcester Business Journal, Christine Fimognari ’15 discusses a decision by Tesla, a manufacturer of electric cars, to remove patent restrictions in the spirit of open source movement.   She explains how this shift has gained much … Continue reading →

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‘After 70 years, accordion master Angelo DiPippo plays on’

A recent Newsday article highlights famed accordion player Angelo DiPippo ’51 as he continues to play after 70 years of mastering the instrument. DiPippo began playing the accordion at eight years old and continued to hone his skill while studying … Continue reading →

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‘Cancer experience leads Westboro man to establish Skating for Hope at Holy Cross’

The Worcester Telegram & Gazette recently featured Skating for Hope, a 24-hour, non-stop fundraiser taking place at the College of the Holy Cross from Friday, Sept. 19 at 5 p.m. to Saturday, Sept. 20 at 5 p.m. For the fourth … Continue reading →

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Eminent Scholar of Genocide Studies to Speak at Holy Cross

James Waller, Cohen Endowed Chair of Holocaust and Genocide Studies at Keene State College, will give a talk on genocide awareness on Monday, Sept. 22 at 7 p.m. in the Seelos Theater at the College of the Holy Cross. He … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Honors Five Alumni for Professional Achievement and Commitment to Service, Faith and Justice

The College of the Holy Cross has honored five alumni with Sanctae Crucis Awards. The highest non-degree recognition bestowed by the College on a graduate, the annual awards are presented to alumni who are leaders in business, professional or civic … Continue reading →

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Artist-in-Residence Cristina Pato and Renowned Composer Osvaldo Golijov to Lead Concert and Panel Discussion

College of the Holy Cross artist-in-residence Cristina Pato and Loyola Professor of Music Osvaldo Golijov will lead a concert and panel discussion on Tuesday, Sept. 23 at 7 p.m. in Brooks Concert Hall.  Pato, a Galician bagpiper, pianist, and composer, … Continue reading →

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Work of Artist and Trappist Monk on View in the Cantor Resource Gallery

The Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Art Gallery at the College of the Holy Cross will present the work of Fr. James Palmigiano in the Cantor Resource Gallery now through Dec.17, 2014. An opening reception will be held on Tuesday, … Continue reading →

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Italian Organist to Make American Debut at Opening of the Holy Cross Chapel Artists Series

Italian organist Andrea Toschi will make his American debut as he kicks off the 2014-15 College of the Holy Cross Chapel Artists Series on Sunday, Sept. 21 at 3 p.m. in the St. Joseph Memorial Chapel. The performance is free, … Continue reading →

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PayScale Ranks Holy Cross Among Liberal Arts Colleges by Salary Potential

The College of the Holy Cross ranked No. 18 among liberal arts colleges and No. 52 in overall private schools according to PayScale, which released its 2014-2015 College Salary Report ranking schools according to student’s salary potentials. PayScale ranked more … Continue reading →

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