Author Archives: College of the Holy Cross

Baseball To Hold ‘Pediatric Cancer Awareness Day’

Posted on April 12, 2013 by College of the Holy Cross

On Sunday, April 13, the Holy Cross baseball program will host its second annual “Pediatric Cancer Awareness Day” at Fitton Field during its game versus Navy at 12 p.m. The game, sponsored by Holy Cross Cures for Kids and in … Continue reading →

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Video: Religious Studies Professor on Pope Francis and the Future of Global Catholicism

Posted on April 2, 2013 by College of the Holy Cross

Mathew Schmalz, associate professor of religious studies and director of the College Honors Program at Holy Cross, recently gave a live web lecture titled “The Election of Pope Francis: What Does It Mean for Global Catholicism?” The lecture addressed the … Continue reading →

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Live Video: Religious Studies Professor on Pope Francis and the Future of Global Catholicism

Posted on March 19, 2013 by College of the Holy Cross

As the world marks the historic installation of the first Jesuit pope, alumni and other interested audiences are invited to take part in a discussion on this event. On March 20 at 7 p.m. EDT, Mathew Schmalz, associate professor of … Continue reading →

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Fr. Boroughs on the Election of Pope Francis

Posted on March 13, 2013 by College of the Holy Cross

On this historic day, on behalf of the students, faculty, staff and alumni of the entire Holy Cross Community, I joyfully extend our prayers and best wishes to Pope Francis, the 266th pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church. As he … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross to Host AHA Quarterfinal Series Versus Mercyhurst On March 15-17

Posted on March 12, 2013 by College of the Holy Cross

The Holy Cross men’s hockey team (19-12-3, 15-9-3 AHA) will host a best two-out-of-three Atlantic Hockey Tournament quarterfinal series on March 15-17 at the Hart Center. The games on Friday and Saturday will be at 7 p.m., while if there … Continue reading →

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Women’s Basketball Advance to Patriot League Championship Game With 59-38 Win Over Colgate

Posted on March 12, 2013 by College of the Holy Cross

Holy Cross senior co-captain Amy Lepley (Norfolk, Mass.) tallied a game-high 19 points and also hauled in eight rebounds to help the No. 4 Crusaders defeat No. 8 Colgate, 59-38, in the semifinal round of the Patriot League Tournament at … Continue reading →

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Women’s Basketball Defeat Lehigh, 64-59, in First Round of Patriot League Tournament

Posted on March 8, 2013 by College of the Holy Cross

Update (March 11, 2013 8:55 p.m.): Holy Cross women’s basketball advance to the Patriot League tournament championship game with their 59-38 win over Colgate at the Hart Center. The Crusaders will face No. 2 Navy on March 16 at 6 … Continue reading →

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At Convocation, Seniors Describe Intangibles of Holy Cross Experience

Posted on January 31, 2013 by College of the Holy Cross

On the eve of their last semester at Holy Cross, members of the Class of 2013 reconnected and reflected at Senior Convocation, Jan. 21, in St. Joseph Memorial Chapel. The annual event features speeches, poetry and music that encourage students … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Men’s Hockey to Hold Fourth Annual “Pink The Rink” Game

Posted on January 30, 2013 by College of the Holy Cross

On Saturday, Feb. 16, the Holy Cross men’s hockey program will host its fourth annual “Pink the Rink” at the Hart Center during its game versus Connecticut at 7 p.m. The team will be wearing a special edition pink jersey … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Junior Nominated for National Hockey Humanitarian Award

Posted on January 29, 2013 by College of the Holy Cross

Holy Cross men’s hockey player Jeffrey Reppucci ’14 has been named one of 11 nominees for the BNY Mellon Wealth Management Hockey Humanitarian Award. Finalists will be announced in February, and this year’s recipient will be introduced and honored in … Continue reading →

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How I Developed a Sports and Wellness Program in Russia

Posted on January 28, 2013 by College of the Holy Cross

A little more than a year ago, I came up with an idea for a project called Playing for Peace. I am proud to say that after 12 exciting, stressful and challenging months my project came to fruition and I … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Presents the Seelos Film Series for Spring 2013

Posted on January 21, 2013 by College of the Holy Cross

The following films will be shown at the Seelos Theater at the College of the Holy Cross.  All films are free and open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis.  For additional information, please call the Seelos Theater Box … Continue reading →

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Video: Members of the Holy Cross Community Wish You a Merry Christmas

Posted on December 20, 2012 by College of the Holy Cross

Against a backdrop of scenes of the College’s beloved holiday traditions, members of the Holy Cross community send greetings as the College Choir, led by guest conductor Christopher Shepard, perform “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” during the annual Advent Festival … Continue reading →

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Message from Holy Cross President Regarding Newtown Tragedy

Posted on December 17, 2012 by College of the Holy Cross

We at Holy Cross send thoughts and prayers to our neighbors in Newtown, Conn. The Holy Cross community has dozens of members who call Newtown home, and I know many more have relatives and friends who have been profoundly affected … Continue reading →

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Men’s Basketball and Hockey Teams to Collect Toys for Tots

Posted on December 6, 2012 by College of the Holy Cross

On Saturday, Dec. 8, the Holy Cross men’s basketball and men’s ice hockey teams are joining forces to support Toys for Tots. Fans who bring a new, unwrapped toy to the men’s basketball game against Dartmouth that day (4 p.m. … Continue reading →

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Students Share Takeaways From Women in Business Conference

Posted on November 7, 2012 by College of the Holy Cross

By Patricia Feraud ’15, Brooke Levine ’15, Haley O’Brien ’13, Stephanie Pajak ’13 and Alexandra Schiffmann ’15 More than 150 alumnae and students celebrated “Women on the Hill: Forty Years of Progress” during the seventh annual Women in Business Conference … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Among National Leaders In Athletics Graduation Success Rate

Posted on October 30, 2012 by College of the Holy Cross

Twenty of Holy Cross’ athletic teams have achieved a perfect 100 percent graduation rate, according to the Graduation Success Rate Report, which has been released by the NCAA. The data used to calculate the Graduation Success Rate is from the … Continue reading →

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Important Updates Related to Weather Conditions

Posted on October 28, 2012 by College of the Holy Cross

Tuesday, October 30, 3:15 p.m. FR:  Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., President Dear Members of the Holy Cross Community: As the nation assesses the widespread effects of this week’s hurricane, I wanted you to know that our thoughts and prayers … Continue reading →

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Live Video: Political Science Professor to Discuss the Electoral College and the 2012 Presidential Election

Posted on September 27, 2012 by College of the Holy Cross

On Oct. 2 at 7 p.m. EDT, Donald R. Brand, professor and chair of political science at Holy Cross, will give a live web lecture on the Electoral College and the 2012 Presidential Election. Elections are fundamentally shaped by the … Continue reading →

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Several Holy Cross Community Members to be Honored by Boys & Girls Club

Posted on September 17, 2012 by College of the Holy Cross

A number of athletes and coaches with Holy Cross ties will be honored by the Boys & Girls Club of Worcester at its Celebrity Sports Nite, to be held on Wednesday, Sept. 26, at 6 p.m. at the Wachusett Country … Continue reading →

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