Monthly Archives: November 2015

Holy Cross Navy ROTC Midshipmen Raise $15,000 to Support Wounded Veterans in 40th Marine Corps Marathon

Posted on November 12, 2015 by Emma Collins '16

On Oct. 25, 15 members of the College of the Holy Cross’ Naval Reserve Officers’ Training Corps unit ran in the 40th annual Marine Corps Marathon, a 26.2 mile race that took place in Washington, D.C. Twelve of the midshipmen … Continue reading →

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Renovation and Expansion of Hart Center to Begin

Posted on November 11, 2015 by College of the Holy Cross

The College of the Holy Cross announced today that it has raised the required two-thirds of the estimated construction costs for the renovation and expansion of the Hart Center on campus, and has signed a contract with Bond Brothers, a … Continue reading →

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‘Women in Business conference: Holy Cross alumna at Vanity Fair says degree is key to success’

Posted on November 10, 2015 by Holy Cross in the News

“Earning a liberal arts degree is the smartest thing a person can do to become successful in the business world,” said Aimee Bell ’88 to the Worcester Telegram & Gazette.  That is the message Bell, deputy editor of Vanity Fair … Continue reading →

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Fall Break Offers Students Time for Passion, Service and Reflection

Posted on November 9, 2015 by Emma Collins '16

As the seasons change and new color emerges on the hills of Worcester, Mt. Saint James finds its students immersing themselves in unique opportunities they will remember for the rest of their lives. College of the Holy Cross takes pause … Continue reading →

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Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist Jose Vargas to Speak at Holy Cross as Part of Unity Week

Posted on November 5, 2015 by Kelly Ethier

The Student Government Association (SGA) at the College of the Holy Cross, in partnership with the Diversity Leadership Team and various academic departments, offices, and student organizations, have planned a variety of discussions, film screenings, workshops, and multicultural festivals around topics … Continue reading →

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Economist Magazine Places Holy Cross in Top 3 Percent of ‘Best Value’ Ranking

Posted on November 5, 2015 by Holy Cross in the News

The College of the Holy Cross is No. 36 among 1300 public and private institutions reviewed by the Economist in its first-ever best value rankings, putting the College in the top 3 percent of the list of colleges and universities. … Continue reading →

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Blog: Olson ’17 Embraces Spanish Language and Culture During Study Abroad

Posted on November 4, 2015 by Jessica McCaughey

NAME Ali Olson ’17 HOMETOWN Sioux Falls, S.D. AREAS OF STUDY Spanish major, anthropology minor, Latin American and Latino studies concentration WHERE SHE’S STUDYING University of Leon in Leon, Spain WHY SHE CHOSE SPAIN “I chose to study in Spain … Continue reading →

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28 Holy Cross Students Inducted into Jesuit Honor Society

Posted on November 4, 2015 by Emma Collins '16

Alpha Sigma Nu, the Jesuit honor society founded in 1915, inducted 28 Holy Cross students on Oct. 25. The new inductees exemplify the Society’s values of excellence in scholarship, loyalty and service. Membership is only awarded to 4 percent of … Continue reading →

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Blog: Keane ’17 Eager to Participate in Rich Academic and Cultural Traditions of Scotland

Posted on November 4, 2015 by Jessica McCaughey

NAME Caroline Keane ’17 HOMETOWN Arlington, Virginia AREAS OF STUDY Political science and English double major WHERE SHE’S STUDYING University of St. Andrews in Scotland WHY SHE CHOSE SCOTLAND “Since applying to Holy Cross two years ago, I have been … Continue reading →

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Photo Gallery: Students Showcase Their Study Abroad Experiences in Annual Photo Contest

Posted on November 4, 2015 by Evangelia Stefanakos

This year’s fifth annual study abroad photo contest gave returning study abroad students the opportunity to share their rich cultural experiences with the campus community through photography. Photos were submitted showcasing scenes from all over the world—from the grand architecture … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Athletics Ranks Third in the Country in Graduation Success Rate

Posted on November 4, 2015 by College of the Holy Cross

The College of the Holy Cross’ athletic teams are tied for third in the nation with an overall graduation rate of 98 percent, according to the Graduation Success Rate Report, which has been released by the NCAA. Holy Cross’ overall … Continue reading →

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