Monthly Archives: January 2016

Co-Founder of the Black Lives Matter Movement Opal Tometi to Speak on Campus

Posted on January 29, 2016 by Emma Collins '16

In observation of Black History Month, the College of the Holy Cross community will host a variety of discussions, film screenings, lectures, and a fashion show, planned by a range of academic departments, offices, and student organizations across campus. Opal … Continue reading →

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Men’s Lacrosse Team Rings the Nasdaq Closing Bell as Part of Job Shadow Program

Posted on January 28, 2016 by Cristal Steuer

On Jan. 25, the College of the Holy Cross men’s lacrosse team and head coach Judd Lattimore rang the closing bell at the Nasdaq MarketSite in Times Square. The news ran on Fox News, Bloomberg News, CNBC, and in the … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Music Department Announces Spring 2016 Concert Series

Posted on January 26, 2016 by Cristal Steuer

The College of the Holy Cross music department will kick off its spring concert schedule on Feb. 2 at 12:30 p.m. with a First Tuesday Lunch Concert performance by Jan Müller-Szeraws, artist in residence (cello), in the Brooks Concert Hall. … Continue reading →

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Working Writers Series to Kick Off Spring Semester with Travel Writer and Poet Gretel Ehrlich

Posted on January 25, 2016 by Emma Collins '16

The Working Writers Series will kick off the spring semester with a reading by Gretel Ehrlich, an American travel writer, poet, and essayist. Ehrlich will read excerpts from her work on Thursday, Jan. 28 at 7:30 p.m. in the Rehm … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross’ Alternate College Theatre to Present America’s No. 1 Longest Running Musical ‘Chicago’

Posted on January 25, 2016 by Emma Collins '16

The Alternate College Theatre (ACT), a student-run organization at the College of the Holy Cross, will present “Chicago,” written by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse, with script adaptation by David Thompson and music by John Kander. Recent graduate Christine Freije … Continue reading →

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Spring Semester Brings Another Full Slate of Arts Events

Posted on January 25, 2016 by Evangelia Stefanakos

This semester, the College of the Holy Cross is offering a dynamic series of arts events aimed to excite, engage and challenge audiences. From the staging of renowned theatre productions and installations of multimedia gallery exhibitions, to world premieres of … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Alumni Volunteer a Year of Service with the Jesuit Volunteer Corps

Posted on January 21, 2016 by Emma Collins '16

Fourteen recent graduates from the College of the Holy Cross have dedicated themselves to a year of service with the Jesuit Volunteer Corps (JVC) and the Jesuit Volunteer Corps Northwest. Over the course of the year, the volunteers will serve … Continue reading →

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McFarland Center to Present Talks on Faith, Violence, Education and Love

Posted on January 21, 2016 by Cristal Steuer

The Rev. Michael C. McFarland, S.J. Center for Religion, Ethics and Culture at the College of the Holy Cross will bring in special guest lecturers in February for talks on violence and genocide, education and equity, religion and ethics through … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Presents Seelos Film Series for Spring 2016

Posted on January 20, 2016 by Emma Collins '16

The College of the Holy Cross will be featuring the following films in Seelos Theater this spring. All films are free and open to the public. “Black Mass” Wed., Jan. 27: Showings at 3 and 8 p.m. Rated R. Starring … Continue reading →

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Fifth Annual Multifaith Prayer to Celebrate Faith Traditions at Holy Cross

Posted on January 19, 2016 by Cristal Steuer

When students return to campus in January, the chaplain’s office will host its fifth annual Multifaith Community Prayer to celebrate the rich faith traditions represented at Holy Cross. Students, faculty, and staff are invited to gather and participate on Tuesday, … Continue reading →

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With a Record Powerball Jackpot, Media Across the Country Turn to Economics Professor for Expertise on Lottery

Posted on January 14, 2016 by Cristal Steuer

While most of America was out buying their tickets for the $1.6 billion Powerball jackpot, reporters were calling Victor Matheson, professor of economics at the College of the Holy Cross, for his expertise on the game, which resulted in Matheson … Continue reading →

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Video: Winter on the Hill Is All About Making Memories

Posted on January 14, 2016 by Amy Kotsopoulos

Winter at Holy Cross — a time to cement friendships by creating cherished memories. A glistening snow-covered campus plays host to impromptu snowball fights, inspiring artistic performances and spirited competitions. And a plate of Crossroads’ legendary mac and cheese (seriously, … Continue reading →

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Philosophy Professor Writes New Book on Gandhi’s Legacy

Posted on January 13, 2016 by Cristal Steuer

“Although Gandhi’s legacy has not been forgotten, it has often been distorted,” explains Predrag Cicovacki, professor of philosophy and director of Peace and Conflict Studies at the College of the Holy Cross. “I admire Gandhi, but I am also critical … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross to Honor and Celebrate the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Posted on January 13, 2016 by Evangelia Stefanakos

In observation of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion will host a campus-wide book read at the College with the intention of bringing community members together to engage with Dr. King’s legacy on an intellectual … Continue reading →

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Steven Stack ’94, President of the American Medical Association Discusses the Health Care Industry

Posted on January 11, 2016 by Holy Cross in the News

In a recent interview with the Chicago Tribune, Dr. Steven J. Stack ’94, president of the American Medical Association (AMA), is “pushing an urgent message.” According to the Tribune, “He believes doctors are overwhelmed by the demands of government regulators … Continue reading →

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Cantor Art Gallery to Exhibit ‘Grammar,’ Exploring the Complexity of Photography as Language

Posted on January 8, 2016 by Cristal Steuer

The Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Art Gallery at the College of the Holy Cross will present the exhibition “Grammar,” a survey of recent photography works by Matthew Gamber, assistant professor of visual arts at the College, from Jan. 20 … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Ranks Third in Long-Term Study Abroad Participation

Posted on January 7, 2016 by Holy Cross in the News

The College of the Holy Cross was ranked No. 3 among baccalaureate institutions in the United States for long-term study abroad programs, according to a recent report released by the Institute of International Education. Long-term study abroad programs are defined … Continue reading →

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Forbes Names Burke Magnus ’88 No. 11 on “Most Powerful People in College Sports” list

Posted on January 6, 2016 by Holy Cross in the News

Answering the question “Who are the most powerful people in college sports?” Forbes released a list of 25 college sport giants. College of the Holy Cross graduate Burke Magnus’88, was No. 11 on the “Most Powerful People in College Sports” … Continue reading →

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New Title IX Director Elizabeth Canning is Featured in a Telegram & Gazette Sunday Sitdown

Posted on January 5, 2016 by Holy Cross in the News

In a Telegram & Gazette Sunday Sitdown, Elizabeth Canning, the new Title IX director at the College of the Holy Cross, discusses her time as a public defender, new job, family and goals for Holy Cross. “I look forward to … Continue reading →

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Visual Arts Professor Receives Prestigious Fellowship to Conduct Research in Rome on Architecture and the Senses

Posted on January 4, 2016 by Evangelia Stefanakos

David Karmon, associate professor of visual arts at the College of the Holy Cross, has been awarded the Lily Auchincloss/ Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Post-Doctoral Rome Prize in Renaissance and Early Modern Studies, giving him the special opportunity to work … Continue reading →

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