Author Archives: College of the Holy Cross

Doctor James O’Connell, founder of Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program, to Deliver 2017 Holy Cross Commencement Address

Posted on April 5, 2017 by College of the Holy Cross

Dr. James J. O’Connell, president and founding physician of the Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program (BHCHP) and assistant professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School, will receive an honorary degree from the College of the Holy Cross and … Continue reading →

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Students Choose Service Over Sunshine on Spring Break Immersion Program

Posted on April 4, 2017 by College of the Holy Cross

One in 10 Holy Cross students left the typical spring break trip in the sand this past March, opting instead for a week-long adventure focused on service, justice and love. The Spring Break Immersion Program (SBIP) is one of several … Continue reading →

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Tackling 26.2 Together

Posted on April 4, 2017 by College of the Holy Cross

The alarm starts wailing at 4:45 a.m. The world outside Megan Fox-Kelly’s Shrewsbury Cape is quiet, still cloaked in darkness, and a biting 32 degrees. Her body is in shock after being pulled from a cozy bed. Yet she laces … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Hosts First Women in Science Day for Female High School Students, Undergraduates

Posted on March 30, 2017 by College of the Holy Cross

More than 200 young women filled the atrium of the Integrated Science Complex on Saturday, March 25, to attend Holy Cross’ inaugural Women in Science Day. The day-long event for young women from both Worcester high schools and Holy Cross … Continue reading →

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Photo Gallery: Luth Athletic Complex Construction and Renovation Rolls Along

Posted on March 29, 2017 by College of the Holy Cross

Spring is now under way and extensive progress continues to be made on the expansion 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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Eleven Holy Cross Faculty Members Receive Tenure in 2017

Posted on March 29, 2017 by College of the Holy Cross

The following members of the College of the Holy Cross faculty have been promoted to the rank of associate professor with tenure. Alo C. Basu, of the psychology department, earned B.S. degrees in brain and cognitive sciences and in biology … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Chapel Artist Series to Feature Two Highly-Acclaimed Organists

Posted on March 28, 2017 by College of the Holy Cross

The College of the Holy Cross will present two organ concerts in its Chapel Artist Series this spring. Both concerts will be held in St. Joseph Memorial Chapel at 3 p.m. and are free and open to the public. Edoardo … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Theatre Department to Present ‘The Royal Family’

Posted on March 28, 2017 by College of the Holy Cross

The College of the Holy Cross theatre department will present “The Royal Family,” written by George S. Kaufman and Edna Ferber and directed by Steve Vineberg, Distinguished Professor of Arts and Humanities. The performances will be held in Fenwick Theatre, … Continue reading →

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Artists from Yo-Yo Ma’s Silkroad Ensemble Offer Powerful Reflection on the Syrian Crisis

Posted on March 27, 2017 by College of the Holy Cross

Arts Transcending Borders (ATB) at the College of the Holy Cross presents “Home Within,” an onstage collaboration between Syrian clarinetist and composer Kinan Azmeh, and Syrian-Armenian visual artist Kevork Mourad on Tuesday, April 4, 8 p.m. in Seelos Theatre. The … Continue reading →

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‘SPEAK: Kathak and Tap Unite’ Receives Its East Coast Premiere at Holy Cross

Posted on March 20, 2017 by College of the Holy Cross

Arts Transcending Borders (ATB) at the College of the Holy Cross presents “SPEAK: Kathak and Tap Unite,” a collaboration that brings together leading artists in kathak and tap dance, in its east coast premiere on Monday, March 27, at 8 … Continue reading →

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Important Winter Weather Notification – March 14, 2017

Posted on March 13, 2017 by College of the Holy Cross

Date: Wednesday, March 15, 2017 – 4:00 a.m. From: College of the Holy Cross The College will be open on Wednesday, March 15, 2017 and will resume normal operations effective 5 a.m. on Wednesday. Date: Monday, March 13, 2017 – … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Conference to Reframe History of Science in Middle East and North Africa Region

Posted on March 6, 2017 by College of the Holy Cross

Carla Nappi, associate professor of history and Canada Research Chair of Early Modern Studies at the University of British Columbia, will offer the keynote address at a conference titled “Globalization of Science in the Middle East and North Africa, 18th-20th … Continue reading →

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

Posted on February 22, 2017 by College of the Holy Cross

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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Holy Cross Names Dan Kim Vice President for Communications

Posted on February 15, 2017 by College of the Holy Cross

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

Posted on February 14, 2017 by College of the Holy Cross

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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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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“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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Religious Studies Professor Connects Bible Passages to Refugee Ban

Posted on January 31, 2017 by College of the Holy Cross

Days into President Trump’s executive order placing a stay on refugees, Mathew Schmalz, associate professor of religious studies, says the Bible affirms — strongly and unequivocally — our obligation to treat strangers with dignity and hospitality. Read the whole article … Continue reading →

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