Monthly Archives: February 2017

Why Early Aid Letters Matter: Holy Cross Financial Aid Expert Comments on New FAFSA Rules

Posted on February 14, 2017 by Holy Cross in the News

Lynne Myers, director of financial aid at College of the Holy Cross, explains why the changes to the financial aid process, effective for the 2017-2018 academic year, could help early admission students better – and sooner – understand their financing … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Included Among Princeton Review’s ‘Colleges That Pay You Back’

Posted on February 13, 2017 by Jessica Kennedy

The College of the Holy Cross is one of the nation’s best colleges for students seeking great academics, outstanding career preparation, and generous financial aid, according to The Princeton Review. The publication featured the College as one of 200 schools … Continue reading →

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Economics Professor Provides Insight on Rising Rates of Employer Confidence in Massachusetts

Posted on February 13, 2017 by Holy Cross in the News

Even though state and national economies are slowing down, confidence in the business environment is the highest it has been in Massachusetts since 2004, the Boston Business Journal reports. Katherine Kiel, professor of economics and chair of the economics and … Continue reading →

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‘Decide to Be the Change’

Posted on February 10, 2017 by Evangelia Stefanakos

“It’s hard to understand a moment in history when you’re in it,” said Black Lives Matter activist Shaun King, speaking to the more than 500 students, faculty, staff, and local community members that filled the Hogan Ballroom and Seelos Theatre … Continue reading →

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Joyce ’82 Discusses Corporate Strategy at Worcester Economics Club Meeting

Posted on February 10, 2017 by Holy Cross in the News

As president and CEO of Danaher Corp, Thomas P. Joyce Jr. ’82, is no stranger to “helping people realize their potential,” according to a recent article by the Telegram & Gazette. Joyce, who majored in economics while at the College, … Continue reading →

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Time-Lapse Video: 13 Inches of Snow Blanket Campus

Posted on February 10, 2017 by

Over a foot of snow fell on Mount St. James on Feb. 9, 2017, and the College’s three campus webcams captured the action in this one-minute time-lapse video. Situated atop buildings across campus, the webcams provide stunning views of the … Continue reading →

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Important Winter Weather Notification – Feb. 9, 2017

Posted on February 9, 2017 by

Update: Thursday, Feb. 9, 2017 – 7:30 p.m. The College will re-open at 11 p.m. on Thursday, February 9, 2017 and will be open tomorrow, Friday, February 10, 2017. For students: faculty unable to travel to campus may still decide to … Continue reading →

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Show Your Love. Give Purple!

Posted on February 8, 2017 by College of the Holy Cross

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_uzrOMM_AVI UPDATE: Feb. 15  – 12:00 a.m. 6,111 donors! What a day! Thank you to all who showed your love for the College of the Holy Cross. Because of your passion, the “I Love HC” challenge was a resounding and … Continue reading →

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Tough Love: Founder of Homeboy Industries Preaches Jobs, Not Jails, for Gang Members

Posted on February 8, 2017 by Michelle Jin '17

Twenty-year-old David Vasquez stood on stage at Seelos Theatre and walked the captivated audience through the many struggles of his young life: joining a gang at age 12, getting arrested multiple times and impregnating his girlfriend. Ultimately, he recounted, life … Continue reading →

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A Look Backstage with ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ Director Julia McCarthy ’15

Posted on February 3, 2017 by Caroline Shannon '17

Since graduating from Holy Cross, “Little Shop of Horrors” director Julia McCarthy ’15 has been busy studying acting in Boston and in Russia, and working with inner city kids at public schools in Worcester. Her most recent adventure has landed … Continue reading →

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Amanda Belichick Talks Coaching, Learning from Her Dad, and the Super Bowl

Posted on February 3, 2017 by Holy Cross in the News

With the Super Bowl right around the corner, all eyes are on New England Patriots’ head coach Bill Belichick. However, Worcester and Boston news outlets turned their focus onto Amanda Belichick, coach of the women’s lacrosse team and daughter of … Continue reading →

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History Professor and Russian Expert Discusses Putin-Trump Relationship on CNN

Posted on February 2, 2017 by Holy Cross in the News

As the world keeps tabs on potential shifts in U.S. foreign relations, Cynthia Hooper, associate professor of history and director of Russian and Eastern European Studies at the College of the Holy Cross, was called upon by CNN for her expertise … Continue reading →

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“Education is the Key”

Posted on February 2, 2017 by College of the Holy Cross

Edward J. Ludwig ’73 and Yachira M. Torres ’10 come from different eras of Holy Cross history. To give just one example, the College was still all-male when Ed arrived on Mount St. James. Yachira, on the other hand, would … Continue reading →

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Standing in Solidarity with Worcester’s Immigrants and Refugees: Reflections from the Holy Cross Community

Posted on February 2, 2017 by College of the Holy Cross

More than 200 members of the Holy Cross community joined protesters Tuesday night at Worcester City Hall, a gathering that was intended to show support for the city’s immigrants and refugees. The solidarity rally of 1,300 — one of many … Continue reading →

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Providing Students Access to Education: Lisa and James Mooney III ’90 Explain Why They Give

Posted on February 1, 2017 by College of the Holy Cross

James F. Mooney III ’90 and Lisa M. Mooney have committed to endow ten full scholarships, which together will be known as The “Brooks Fellows” Scholarship Fund. The scholarship fund will support the enrollment of students who have less than … Continue reading →

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Arts Transcending Borders Kicks Off the Semester with Sō Percussion’s ‘A Gun Show’

Posted on February 1, 2017 by Kelsey Littlefield '17

  This semester, Arts Transcending Borders at the College of the Holy Cross is offering a series of events that bring some of the most pressing issues of our time into conversation with the arts. On Thursday, Feb. 9, Sō … Continue reading →

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