Monthly Archives: November 2016

Video: Holy Cross Students are ‘More Engaged’

Holy Cross enriches every dimension of the student experience — from renowned, engaged faculty to hands-on learning opportunities — both on our beautiful campus and across the globe. From creating natural world laboratories to collaborative research with faculty members, Holy … Continue reading →

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

Fifteen 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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Lt. John Vincent Power ’37 Memorial Statue Rededicated and Restored

In honor of Veteran’s Day, the city of Worcester rededicated and restored the John Vincent Power Memorial—a bronze statue in honor of the late Lt. John Vincent Power—to its original bronze finish, according to a recent Telegram & Gazette article. … Continue reading →

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Members of the Holy Cross Community Reflect on the Jubilee Year of Mercy

The Jubilee Year of Mercy, initiated by Pope Francis, began on Dec. 8, 2015 and lasts through Nov. 20, 2016. According to the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), a jubilee year has roots in Jewish tradition, when a jubilee … Continue reading →

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Recent Alumna Talks Food and Philosophy In Reflection on Maymester in Tuscany

Mary Elise McGrail ’16 participated in associate professor of philosophy Andrea Borghini’s “Philosophy of Food” Maymester course in Tuscany twice, once as a student and a second time as a mentor. The summer study abroad program changed how she approaches … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Alumnus Receives Worcester’s Isaiah Thomas Award

Frederick Eppinger ’81 and his wife, Patty recently received the Isaiah Thomas Award during an awards ceremony at Mechanics Hall for their “transformative impact on Worcester and beyond, displaying passion, philanthropy and dedication to making the region a better place … Continue reading →

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Photos: Holy Cross Takes Over NYC for Event-Filled Ram-Crusader Cup Weekend

In unprecedented fashion, the College of the Holy Cross took over New York City for Veteran’s Day weekend — and a what a weekend it was. Three days of events held across NYC were centered around the Ram-Crusader Cup, an … Continue reading →

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Fall Break Lets Students Learn, Lend a Hand and Reflect

During fall break, the College of the Holy Cross found its students immersing themselves in unique opportunities as they paused from daily academics to try something new. From Oct. 9-16, the College offered programs for service and hands-on learning. The … Continue reading →

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Basketball Standout Bob Cousy ’50 Honored by Boston Globe, Receives Lifetime Achievement Award

College of the Holy Cross basketball legend Bob Cousy ’50 was recently recognized for his life’s work by the Boston Globe, receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award at The Globies, the Globe’s annual sports awards show. News of the award was … Continue reading →

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Alternate College Theatre Presents Theresa Rebeck’s Comedy ‘Seminar’

The College of the Holy Cross’ student run Alternate College Theatre (ACT) will present “Seminar,” written by Theresa Rebeck and directed by Emma Callahan ’18, an English major at the College. The performances will be held in Fenwick Theatre, located … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Sophomore Uses “Chin Up!” App to Encourage Positivity

In a recent Deseret News article, Anthony Saltarelli ’18, a computer science major, discussed how students are flocking to places of online positivity due to an overabundance of negativity on the internet. Among other students who are utilizing social media … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross to Celebrate the Holiday Season With Tree Lighting and Advent Festival of Lessons and Carols

The College of the Holy Cross will celebrate the Christmas season with both new and long-established College traditions this year. On That Day: An Advent Calendar from Holy Cross On Nov. 27, the first Sunday of Advent, an electronic version … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Political Science Professor Receives Distinguished Teaching Award

Loren Cass, professor of political science and director of the Center for Interdisciplinary Studies, received the 2016 Holy Cross Distinguished Teaching Award at the annual Dean’s Fall Address and Faculty Awards Ceremony. The Holy Cross Distinguished Teaching Award is presented … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross President Joins College, University Leaders in Open Letter to President-Elect Trump

Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., president of the College of the Holy Cross, is among more than 100 college and university presidents who have issued a joint letter to President-elect Donald Trump urging him to forcefully “condemn and work to … Continue reading →

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‘Holy Cross Retreat Center in West Boylston Serves Self-reflection, Solitude’

The Thomas P. Joyce ’59 Contemplative Center, which recently opened in West Boylston, Mass., is where students, staff and faculty at the College of the Holy Cross will be able to self-reflect and take a break from the busyness of … Continue reading →

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Students Learn, Network with Alumnae at 11th Annual Women in Business Conference

Criticisms of a liberal arts education run rampant. However, keynote speaker Diane Vazza ’79 and students who attended this year’s 11th annual Women in Business Conference at Holy Cross have certainly proven this sentiment wrong. These empowered, educated, and inspiring … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross To Spend a Night at the Worcester Historical Museum

On Wednesday, Nov. 16 at 5:45 p.m., the College of the Holy Cross community will be celebrating “Holy Cross Night at the Museum” at Worcester Historical Museum. The event, which is a part of the museum’s “Worcester in 50 Objects” … Continue reading →

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David Chu Provides Insight on Fullbridge Program on WMEX

David Chu, associate professor of accounting, director of entrepreneurial studies and pre-business advisor,at the College of the Holy Cross, and Roger Barry, CEO of the Fullbridge Program, were recently interviewed by Joe Shortsleeve ’79 for The Shortsleeve Report on WMEX. … Continue reading →

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Acclaimed Mexican Author Yuri Herrera Gives Reading at Holy Cross

Yuri Herrera, renowned Mexican author, visited the College of the Holy Cross for a public reading on Oct. 4 in Rehm Library at the invitation of the Spanish department. Herrera has published three novels to critical acclaim; in 2016 he … Continue reading →

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Mark Shriver ’86 to Speak About New Book on Pope Francis at Holy Cross

College of the Holy Cross alumnus Mark K. Shriver ’86, president of Save the Children Action Network and nephew of President John F. Kennedy, will speak at Holy Cross on Wednesday, Nov. 30 about his new book, “Pilgrimage: My Search … Continue reading →

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