Author Archives: College of the Holy Cross

Holy Cross President Responds to Recent Executive Orders on Immigration

In light of the recent executive orders issued by President Trump, Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., president of the College of the Holy Cross, has spoken out in support of all members of the Holy Cross community, especially those directly … Continue reading →

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Homeboy Industries Founder Fr. Boyle to Speak on Gang Intervention

Rev. Gregory Boyle, S.J., founder and executive director of Homeboy Industries, the largest gang intervention, rehabilitation and re-entry program in the world, will speak at the College of the Holy Cross on Monday, Feb. 6 at 7:30 p.m. in the … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Events to Focus on Forgotten Ethics in Food Movements

The College of the Holy Cross will host three events in February to highlight the ethical issues around two popular food movements, locally-sourced foods and Meatless Mondays. Margaret Gray, author of “Labor and the Locavore: The Making of a Comprehensive … Continue reading →

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Latin American Artists Showcase Contemporary Work at Holy Cross’ Cantor Art Gallery

The Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Art Gallery at the College of the Holy Cross will present the work of ten Latin American artists in the exhibition “Last Frontier: The Subjectivity of Territory” from Wednesday, January 25 through Friday, April … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross’ Spring 2017 Seelos Film Series

The College of the Holy Cross will be featuring the following films in Seelos Theater this spring. All films are free and open to the public. “Hell or High Water” Wed., Jan. 25: Showings at 3 and 8 p.m. Rated … Continue reading →

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2016: Year in Review

At Holy Cross, each year is marked by new achievements and accomplishments. Here are some of the most notable from 2016.

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Holy Cross Alumnus Wins 2016 J.G. Taylor Spink Award from the Baseball Hall of Fame

Dan Shaughnessy ’75 took his first step toward being a Hall of Fame sports writer when he was 6 years old. That’s when the Groton, Connecticut, youngster watched his older brother play high school baseball and later reported on the … Continue reading →

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Video, Photo Gallery: Holy Cross Wishes You a Merry Christmas

With lights strung and snow frosting the ivy-covered buildings of campus, the College of the Holy Cross has come to life this winter with the warmth of the holiday season. Students filled their study breaks with hot cups of coffee … Continue reading →

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In Memoriam: Rev. Anthony J. Kuzniewski, S.J., 1945-2016

  Rev. Anthony J. Kuzniewski, S.J., professor emeritus of history at the College of the Holy Cross, died on Monday, Dec. 19, 2016 at the Campion Health Center in Weston, Mass. at the age of 71 after a swift battle with … Continue reading →

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Photo Gallery: Expansion and Construction of Hart Center Continues at Steady Pace

With the winter sports seasons well under way, extensive progress continues to be made on the expansion and renovation of the Hart Center at the Luth Athletic Complex. Construction crews have been busy at work on the facility which will … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Mediation Team Earns Second Place at National Tournament

In early November, three of Holy Cross’ own — John Milligan ’17, Brian Senier ’19, and Brandon Tieso ’19 — touched down in Texas, the host state for the InterNational Academy of Dispute Resolution’s (INADR) national undergraduate championship tournament. The … Continue reading →

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Kiplinger Ranks Holy Cross No. 15 ‘Best Value’ Liberal Arts College

Kiplinger’s Personal Finance magazine has ranked the College of the Holy Cross No. 15 on its list of the top 100 best values in liberal arts colleges and No. 27 on its list of the top 300 best values in … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross President Joins College, University Leaders in Signing Letters in Support of Undocumented Students

Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., president of the College of the Holy Cross, joins other college and university presidents across the country in showing support for undocumented students and the retention of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. … Continue reading →

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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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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 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 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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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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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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