Monthly Archives: February 2017

Holy Cross Alumnus Neil Fingleton ‘04 Remembered as Star Basketball Player, Actor

  Neil Fingleton ’04, the 7’8” history major and star basketball player at the College of the Holy Cross, was remembered by Boston Globe and multiple other media outlets after his death this past weekend. Fingleton, who transferred to Holy … Continue reading →

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Alumna Uses Liberal Arts Education to Explore Intersectionality of Religion and Law

Rebecca Murphy ’06, a religious studies major while at the College of the Holy Cross, utilized her liberal arts education to explore the interconnected nature of religion and law. While she originally aspired to be a religious studies professor like … Continue reading →

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Blog: Caron ’20 Eager to Share Experiences During Semester in Washington, D.C.

NAME Spencer Caron ’20 HOMETOWN Belchertown, Mass. AREAS OF STUDY Philosophy major WHY HE CHOSE HOLY CROSS “I chose Holy Cross because it offered everything that I was looking for. The small size, proximity to Boston, strong alumni network and dedication … Continue reading →

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Religious Studies Professor Writes Letter to Trump Administration for Campaign

Tat-siong Benny Liew, the Class of 1956 Professor in New Testament Studies and professor of religious studies at the College of the Holy Cross, recently wrote a letter on President’s Day addressed to president Donald Trump, vice president Michael Pence, … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Offers Reflection Opportunities During the Season of Lent

With the Christian season of Lent beginning with Ash Wednesday on March 1, there are a number of reflection opportunities available to members of the Holy Cross community throughout the Lenten Season, in addition to services held on campus. Each … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Ranks Among Top Undergraduate Fulbright Scholarship Producers

According to data submitted by the Institute of International Education, the College of the Holy Cross ranks as one of the top undergraduate producers of the Fulbright Scholarship during the 2016-2017 academic year. The Fulbright Program, sponsored by the U.S. … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Alumnus and Administrator Discusses College’s Mission and Priesthood

In the February issue of Connections, an online publication of the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities, Rev. William R. Campbell, S.J. ’87, vice president for mission at the College of the Holy Cross, highlighted his calling to the priesthood, … Continue reading →

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‘How the Trump-Russia Election Controversy Only Makes Putin Stronger’

After the resignation of national security advisor Michael Flynn, Cynthia Hooper, associate professor of history and director of Russian and Eastern European Studies at the College of the Holy Cross, offered her expert insight in an op-ed for Fortune on … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Ranks No. 2 on ‘10 Best Roman Catholic Colleges in the Country’

For the second year in a row, the College of the Holy Cross ranks No. 2 among the 10 best Roman Catholic colleges in the country, according to USA Today College. In the article, the College is praised for its … Continue reading →

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Photos: ArtsWorcester Showcases Holy Cross Talent at Annual Exhibition

From the layered landscapes of the Grand Canyon to the beauty of the human body, 13 Holy Cross students explore the intersectionality of art, science, and identity through original artwork on display at the 13th Annual ArtsWorcester College Show. The … Continue reading →

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‘I LOVE HC’ Fundraising Challenge a Record-Breaking Success

This past Feb. 14 was a Valentine’s Day for the books. The record books, that is! For 24 hours, the Holy Cross community was challenged to show its love for the College in the form of a fundraising challenge, ‘I … Continue reading →

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Understanding Immigration Through Multiple Academic Lenses

Whose America is it? How does one become American? What does it mean to be a full citizen? And what are our responsibilities to one another as individuals living side by side? These were just some of the questions tackled … Continue reading →

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Simulation Challenges Students to Explore Complexities of U.S.-Mexico Border Issue

Fifteen Holy Cross students — from a range of class years and disciplines — spent a recent Saturday taking on a current hot-button topic: the U.S.-Mexico border issue. As a part of the Presidential Scholars Symposium, the students participated in … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Faculty Member Recognized for Contributions to Catholic Higher Education

Thomas Landy, director of the Rev. Michael C. McFarland, S.J., Center for Religion, Ethics and Culture at the College of the Holy Cross, was awarded the Presidents’ Distinguished Service Award by the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities (ACCU) for … Continue reading →

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Religious Studies Professor Offers Response to the Potential Repeal of the Johnson Amendment

In response to president Donald Trump’s comments regarding his plans to repeal the Johnson Amendment — which prevents houses of worship and other tax-exempt organizations from engaging in political campaigning — Mathew Schmalz, associate professor of religious studies at the … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Names Dan Kim Vice President for Communications

Dan Kim has been named the new vice president for communications at the College of the Holy Cross. He will assume his responsibilities on April 1, according to Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., president of the College. “We are pleased … Continue reading →

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Margaret Peterlin ’93 Joins State Department as Secretary Rex Tillerson’s Chief of Staff

Maintaining a cohesive team at the State Department is critical to the agency’s future success, writes Josh Rogin, a columnist for the Global Opinions section of The Washington Post. Much of that responsibility, he says, now falls upon the shoulders … Continue reading →

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English Professor Reflects on the Beauty of Naturalization Ceremonies

Following the recent national outcry over president Trump’s immigration ban, Leila Philip, professor of English at the College of the Holy Cross, wrote an opinion piece that appeared in the Boston Globe on a naturalization ceremony that took place at … Continue reading →

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Photo Gallery: Luth Athletic Complex Construction and Renovation Continues Through Winter Months

The weather may be cold out, but extensive progress continues to be made on the construction and renovation of the Luth Athletic Complex. Construction crews have been busy at work on the facility which will be the cornerstone of Holy Cross’ … Continue reading →

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Religious Studies Professor Reflects on Shaker Culture, Insights

Moved by the recent passing of Sister Frances Carr, thought to be one of the last known Shaker, professor of religious studies Joanne M. Pierce discusses Shaker legacy and the lessons it offers today’s world. The article was picked up … Continue reading →

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