Author Archives: College of the Holy Cross

WATCH: Holy Cross Faculty Discuss the Living Legacy of Global Health Champion Paul Farmer

Posted on March 24, 2022 by College of the Holy Cross

Ten years ago, global health champion Dr. Paul Farmer was an honorary degree recipient and commencement speaker at Holy Cross, telling graduates, “…the miracle of human solidarity… when linked to both meaningful action and compassion, is something all of us, … Continue reading →

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Annual Giving Day Sets New Records, Reaffirms the Power of Purple

Posted on March 8, 2022 by College of the Holy Cross

On February 25, despite a campus shutdown due to inclement weather, the College once again broke records on its annual Giving Day. A total of 5,361 alumni, parents, faculty, staff, students and friends donated a record $1,496,650 on the College’s … Continue reading →

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Cantor Art Gallery to Exhibit Works by Contemporary Photographers Rethinking Their Medium From the Collection of Mark D. Nevins ‘86

Posted on March 4, 2022 by College of the Holy Cross

The Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Art Gallery will present the work of 22 contemporary photographers who are exploring the medium and technologies of photography in a diversity of ways in the exhibition “In Process: Contemporary Photographers Rethinking Their Medium … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross to Establish Emergency and Opportunity Funds Through Landmark $11 Million Gift

Posted on March 3, 2022 by College of the Holy Cross

Longtime Holy Cross supporters Elizabeth “Liz” and Robert J. “Bob” McKay ’55 are donating $11 million to the College — including one of the largest estate bequest commitments in its history — to support financial aid-endowed scholarships, emergency funding for … Continue reading →

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Acclaimed Writer and Physician Abraham Verghese to Deliver 2022 Holy Cross Commencement Address

Posted on March 2, 2022 by College of the Holy Cross

Acclaimed writer and physician Abraham Verghese will address this year’s graduates during the College of the Holy Cross Commencement ceremonies on Friday, May 27, at 10:30 a.m. at the DCU Center in Worcester. This year’s commencement marks the College’s 176th … Continue reading →

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WATCH: Holy Cross Faculty Experts Discuss Russia’s Attack on Ukraine

Posted on March 1, 2022 by College of the Holy Cross

As the world watches and reacts to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, a panel of Holy Cross professors and Russia experts discussed why it happened and where it leaves us now. After opening remarks, the panelists answered questions from the Holy Cross … Continue reading →

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Helen W. Boucher ’86 Is First Woman Elected Chair of the Holy Cross Board of Trustees

Posted on February 15, 2022 by College of the Holy Cross

Helen W. Boucher, M.D., FACP, FIDSA ’86, a nationally respected infectious diseases physician and health care administrator, has been elected as chair of the Holy Cross Board of Trustees effective July 1, 2022. A 1986 Holy Cross graduate who earned … Continue reading →

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Ann Marie Leshkowich Appointed Interim Provost

Posted on February 15, 2022 by College of the Holy Cross

President Vincent Rougeau announced this week that Ann Marie Leshkowich, the College’s dean of faculty and a professor of anthropology, will assume the role of interim provost, effective July 1. Leshkowich will fill this position as the College conducts a … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Joins QuestBridge for National Admissions Recruitment Partnership

Posted on January 19, 2022 by College of the Holy Cross

The College of the Holy Cross announced today that it has accepted an invitation to become a QuestBridge partner college, joining a small and distinguished group of peer institutions who are committed to enrolling high-achieving students from low-income families. Holy … Continue reading →

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Cantor Art Gallery to Present Works From the College’s Collections

Posted on January 18, 2022 by College of the Holy Cross

The Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Art Gallery will present works from College of the Holy Cross’ various collections from January 24 – February 20, 2022 in the exhibition “A Mirror to the World: Two Centuries of Collecting at Holy … Continue reading →

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2021 at Holy Cross: A Year in Stories

Posted on December 21, 2021 by College of the Holy Cross

As 2021 comes to a close, we look back at the major stories and milestones from the past year at Holy Cross.

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Video: Merry Christmas From Holy Cross!

Posted on December 21, 2021 by College of the Holy Cross

The College of the Holy Cross community was grateful to return this year to beloved campus traditions like our annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony and the 43rd Advent Festival of Lessons & Carols. Among those featured in the video are … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Names Kit Hughes as New Athletics Director

Posted on December 6, 2021 by College of the Holy Cross

College of the Holy Cross President Vincent D. Rougeau announced Monday that the College has hired Christopher ‘Kit’ Hughes, an experienced athletics administrator and former student-athlete as its new director of intercollegiate athletics. Hughes, 42, is currently the deputy athletic … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Names Tomicka Wagstaff as New Vice Provost for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Posted on December 1, 2021 by College of the Holy Cross

College of the Holy Cross announced Wednesday it has hired Tomicka Wagstaff, an experienced leader in the field, as its new vice provost for diversity, equity and inclusion. Wagstaff, who currently serves as assistant vice president for student access and … Continue reading →

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WATCH: President Rougeau leads discussion on U.S. politics and the Catholic Church

Posted on November 17, 2021 by College of the Holy Cross

What has American politics done to the Catholic Church? Holy Cross President Vincent Rougeau led a discussion on Nov. 16 in Rehm Library on campus to consider that question. Joining him were Ross Douthat, a columnist for the New York … Continue reading →

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Documentary ‘Pakachoag: Where The River Bends’ Premieres at Holy Cross

Posted on November 12, 2021 by College of the Holy Cross

When College of the Holy Cross was founded in 1843, it was built on land that had been home to Indigenous people for centuries. A new film by Holy Cross faculty and staff, community leaders and students seeks to enlighten … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Magazine Podcast: Guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Posted on November 9, 2021 by College of the Holy Cross

In the latest episode of the Holy Cross Magazine Podcast, Col. Patrick Roddy Jr. ’99, commander of the 3rd U.S. Infantry, takes listeners inside two of the many unique duties of his high-profile regiment, specifically, executing military funerals at Arlington … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Professors’ Research to Address HIV Stigma, Racial Equity in Health and the Impact of Local Poetry in Worcester

Posted on November 3, 2021 by College of the Holy Cross

Holy Cross announced the recipients of the “Scholarship in Action” grants for the 2021-2022 academic year, an initiative that advances impactful Worcester-based faculty research with community partners and provides valuable experiential learning opportunities for Holy Cross students. The three-year research … Continue reading →

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30 Holy Cross Students Inducted Into Jesuit Honor Society

Posted on November 2, 2021 by College of the Holy Cross

Thirty Holy Cross students were inducted into Alpha Sigma Nu, the Jesuit honor society founded in 1915, at a ceremony held on Sunday, Oct. 24th in the Rehm Library. The new inductees exemplify the society’s values of excellence in scholarship, … Continue reading →

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Video: 45 Years of Designing Costumes for Student Actors: Meet Holy Cross’ Kurt Hultgren

Posted on October 29, 2021 by College of the Holy Cross

Ever wondered how theatre costumes are designed and created? Meet Kurt Hultgren, the man behind the curtain, who has been designing costumes for the Holy Cross Department of Theatre and Dance for over 45 years! On November 4-6 and 11-13, … Continue reading →

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