Monthly Archives: May 2022

Holy Cross Associate Professor Edward O’Donnell Featured in ‘Theodore Roosevelt’ History Channel Documentary

Posted on May 31, 2022 by Holy Cross in the News

Edward T. O’Donnell ’86, associate professor of history at the College of the Holy Cross, is one of several experts participating in a History Channel two-part series on President Theodore Roosevelt’s legacy.

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Named a Newman Civic Fellow, Omar Afifi ‘24 Looks To Inspire Other Students in Worcester Schools

Posted on May 31, 2022 by Michael Bonner

College was always a part of Omar Afifi’s ’24 plan.

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Holy Cross Class of 2022 Urged to Seek Light, Hope and Joy

Posted on May 27, 2022 by Megan Bard

Despite the rain that will inevitably fall in their lives, valedictorian Rebecca L. Henion ’22 told the College of the Holy Cross class of 2022 that she hopes that, like her, they’ve learned to seek out hope and light in … Continue reading →

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Class of 2022 Student Spotlight: Dennis Liu

Posted on May 26, 2022 by Megan Bard

Name: Dennis Liu Hometown: Yarmouth, Mass. Major: Political Science major, double minor in Asian Studies and Rhetoric and Composition Campus Activities: Goodtime Marching Band; Jazz Ensemble; College Orchestra; Residence Life and Housing; Writer’s Workshop; O’Callahan Science Library

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Class of 2022 Student Spotlight: Isabelle Uong

Posted on May 26, 2022 by Megan Bard

Name: Isabelle Uong Hometown: Rockland, Mass. Major: Biology and Health Professions Advising Campus Activities: McAlister Research Lab; Advocating Student Interest in Asia

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Class of 2022 Student Spotlight: Kerry Bresnahan

Posted on May 25, 2022 by Megan Bard

Name: Kerry Bresnahan Hometown: Osterville, Mass. Major: Biology major, environmental studies minor Campus Activities: Spring Break Immersion Program, Ultimate Frisbee, Students for Urban Development, Society of Saints Peter and Paul, BioBuddies Peer Tutoring

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Class of 2022 Student Spotlight: Meah Austin

Posted on May 25, 2022 by Megan Bard

Name: Meah Austin Hometown: Waterbury, Conn. Major: Psychology and Africana Studies double major Campus Activities: Black Student Union E-board member; Head Peer Mentor for the Mentor Program; Varsity Track & Field (captain); Women of Color Athletes (co-founder and co-chair); Patriot League … Continue reading →

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Class of 2022 Student Spotlight: Sean Sova

Posted on May 25, 2022 by Megan Bard

Name: Sean Sova Hometown: Cranston, RI Major: Theatre and Architectural Studies double major Campus Activities: Gateways Orientation, Alternate College Theatre, Department of Theatre, Office of Admissions (Tour Guide and Senior Admissions Fellow), Working for Worcester, Senior Class Gift, Spring Break … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Class of 2022 Honors Grace Rett With Dedication of Her Montserrat Classroom

Posted on May 25, 2022 by Michael Bonner

As Jules Cashman ’22 prepared for graduation, she reminisced about her routine during her first year at the College of the Holy Cross. Each day, she woke up feeling that she beat most of her crew teammates out of bed. Each … Continue reading →

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Class of 2022 Student Spotlight: Brianna Cummings

Posted on May 24, 2022 by Megan Bard

Name: Brianna Cummings Hometown: Franklin, Mass. Major: Math & Sociology with a concentration in Latin American, Latinx & Caribbean studies Campus Activities: Head Resident Assistant; Admissions Tour Guide; Gateways Summer & Fall Orientation; Residence Hall Association; Varsity Track & Field; … Continue reading →

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Class of 2022 Student Spotlight: Matt Cedeno

Posted on May 23, 2022 by Megan Bard

Name: Matt Cedeno Hometown: Delray Beach, Fla. Major: Political Science Campus Activities: Men of Color Athletes (MOCA) Co-President; Black Student Union, former treasurer; Admissions Tour Guide; Varsity Athlete, football; Big Brother for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Mass & … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Fenwick Scholar Finds Unique Opportunities to Go Beyond Science in HIV Research

Posted on May 23, 2022 by Megan Bard

Throughout his senior year, Charles Millard ’22 said he had ample opportunities to fail, test his perseverance and improve his approach to scientific discovery, moments he might not have experienced had he not been selected as the College of the Holy … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross’ Nick Lazzaro ’23 Combines Entrepreneurship, College’s Values to Make an Impact in His Hometown

Posted on May 19, 2022 by Megan Bard

Nicholas Lazzaro ’23 grew up in a family that emphasized the importance of education and viewed lifelong learning as the enlightenment of the soul. This background has guided Lazzaro through nearly every phase of his academic journey.

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Four Holy Cross Faculty Members Promoted to Associate Professor with Tenure

Posted on May 17, 2022 by Michael Bonner

From implementing video game technology to better understand neurophysiology to deciphering a mischievous smile from Machiavelli, Holy Cross faculty continue to advance research in their respective fields. Learn more about the four recently promoted faculty members to associate professor with … Continue reading →

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‘I think every professor should do this’: Prof. John Little is completing his ninth year of classes at Holy Cross

Posted on May 11, 2022 by Michael Bonner

It was 2013 midterm season at the College of the Holy Cross, and even though Professor John Little knew what to expect from the exam period, this year it felt different.

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History Professor and Kremlin Media Expert on Russia’s Victory Day Celebrations: ‘Putin Likens Ukraine Fight to World War II’

Posted on May 10, 2022 by Holy Cross in the News

With the conflict in Ukraine escalating by the day, worldwide media are turning to Cynthia Hooper, associate professor of history and director of Russian and Eastern European Studies at the College of the Holy Cross, for her expert insight. Most … Continue reading →

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Rebecca Henion ‘22 Named Class of 2022 Valedictorian

Posted on May 9, 2022 by College of the Holy Cross

Rebecca Henion ’22 has been selected to deliver the Class of 2022 valedictory address at the Commencement ceremony on Friday, May 27. Henion is a mathematics major with a statistics minor, currently completing the mathematics high honors program, and a … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Religious Studies Professor Considers What Makes Religious Relics Sacred to Christians

Posted on May 4, 2022 by Holy Cross in the News

As the Russian missile cruiser Moskva sank after heavy damage sustained in April 2022, stories began to circulate that the ship may have been carrying a relic of the “true cross,” a fragment of the actual wooden cross on which … Continue reading →

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‘Ukrainians Are Teaching Us What It Means To Fight for Democracy. Is Higher Ed Paying Attention?,’ Says Holy Cross President Vincent Rougeau

Posted on May 3, 2022 by Holy Cross in the News

Holy Cross President Vincent Rougeau recently penned a commentary for Times Higher Education, offering his perspective on the conflict in Ukraine and what it can teach colleges and universities about the fight for democracy. “In poignant and herculean ways, Ukrainians … Continue reading →

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