Author Archives: College of the Holy Cross

J.D. Power III ’53, P93 Remembered For Business Success, Support of Learning Beyond the Classroom

James David “Dave” Power III died Sunday, January 23, 2021, at the age of 89. He was a great champion and benefactor of Holy Cross, and his generosity enabled the creation of the College’s J.D. Power Center for Liberal Arts … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Celebrates Annual Festival of Lessons and Carols Virtually

The 42nd Annual Festival of Lessons and Carols at College of the Holy Cross was held on December 18, 2020, via a YouTube premiere available to members of the Holy Cross community and their friends and family around the world. … Continue reading →

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Blog: Intarapanich ’24 Excited to Meet Classmates and Explore Internship and Research Opportunities

Name: Yada Intarapanich ’24 Hometown: Falls Church, Virginia. Studies She’s Considering: Political science, health professions advising, and Middle Eastern studies. Why She Chose Holy Cross: Beautiful campus, faculty’s dedication to student well-being, and the fact that Holy Cross has an … Continue reading →

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Blog: Dolan ’24 Looking Forward to Arriving on Campus and Joining Ski Club

Name: Grace Dolan ’24 Hometown: Stowe, Vermont Studies She’s Considering: Psychology major and education minor, Teacher Education Program Why She Chose Holy Cross: I chose Holy Cross because its academics supported my interests and the spirit of and people from … Continue reading →

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Blog: Driscoll ’24 Looking Forward to Making Friends and Exploring Opportunities at Holy Cross

Name: Grace Driscoll ’24 Hometown: Minneapolis, Minnesota Studies She’s Considering: International studies, business, ethics, and society Why She Chose Holy Cross: I wanted to go back to the New England area for college because this is where the rest of … Continue reading →

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Blog: Whaley ’24 Plans to Volunteer in Worcester and Study Abroad

Name: Owen Whaley ’24 Hometown: Cary, North Carolina Studies he’s considering: Political science, history, pre-law program Activities: Alexander Hamilton Society What he’s most looking forward to: Holy Cross is an incredible community, and I am grateful to be part of … Continue reading →

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Blog: Ojanen ’24 Eager to Get Involved With Community and Ministry at Holy Cross

Name: Elsi Ojanen ’24 Hometown: Rindge, NH Studies She’s Considering: English and religious studies Why She Chose Holy Cross: I chose Holy Cross because of the rich sense of community and the Christian values evident in every aspect of the … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Associate Professor of Psychology Awarded $650,000 in Research Grants

Florencia Anggoro, associate professor of psychology at the College of the Holy Cross, was recently awarded two Templeton Foundation subgrants totaling nearly $650,000 for research that will explore the acquisition and transmission of religious and scientific concepts in Indonesia. Through … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross’ 15th Annual Women in Business Conference Shatters Attendance Record With Virtual Format

Like most events this year, Holy Cross’ 15th Annual Women in Business Conference on November 7 was adapted into a virtual format due to the ongoing pandemic. What might have been a disappointing change at first ultimately enabled hundreds of … Continue reading →

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31 Holy Cross Students Inducted Into Jesuit Honor Society

Thirty-one Holy Cross students were inducted into Alpha Sigma Nu,  the Jesuit honor society founded in 1915, at a virtual ceremony held recently. The new inductees exemplify the society’s values of excellence in scholarship, loyalty and service.  Selection to Alpha … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Alumnus Honored By American Heart Association for National Leadership

Robert Harrington, M.D., ’82, recent past president of the American Heart Association (AHA), has been honored with the organization’s Distinguished National Leadership Award for his service. As the AHA’s 83rd president, Harrington’s term coincided with the emergence and outbreak of … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Names Cornell LeSane Vice Provost for Enrollment Management

Cornell B. LeSane II has been appointed the inaugural vice provost for enrollment management at the College of the Holy Cross, Provost Margaret Freije announced Monday. In this new leadership role, LeSane will oversee both admissions and financial aid. He … Continue reading →

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Cantor Art Gallery to Exhibit the ‘New Gilded Age’ by Boston Artist B. Lynch

The Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Art Gallery at the College of the Holy Cross, will present the work of Boston-based artist B. Lynch in the exhibition “New Gilded Age” from Tues., Oct. 13 through Fri., Feb. 5. A dedicated … Continue reading →

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Tracing and Celebrating Indigenous Roots at the College of the Holy Cross

It is a well-known story that Holy Cross was formally established by the Jesuits in 1843, on land that college founder Bishop Benedict J. Fenwick, S.J. purchased for $1,500. The fact that the land was originally home to the Nipmuc, … Continue reading →

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Dr. Anthony Fauci ’62 Talks to Holy Cross Students About the Pandemic: ‘Don’t Give Up Hope’

Dr. Anthony Fauci ’62, the nation’s most trusted expert leading the COVID-19 response, joined current Holy Cross students in a live webinar on October 6 to discuss the trajectory of the coronavirus pandemic and the best ways students can keep … Continue reading →

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Eco-Action Co-Chairs Focus on Virtual Sustainability Efforts

When the College’s student-led Eco-Action group was canvassing for student votes for the Holy Cross Green Fund last year, Kimberly Fetherston ’22 went to the place she knew she’d get results. “That was my first campaign,” she remembers. “I immediately … Continue reading →

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COVID Chronicles: Student Project Documents On- and Off-Campus Life Amid Pandemic

In the midst of the disruption brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic this past spring, while many of his peers were still grappling with the challenges of a sudden shift to remote learning, John Larsen ’22 had something else on … Continue reading →

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Mulledy Name To Be Removed From Brooks-Mulledy Hall

Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., president of the College, announced in his fall address that Brooks-Mulledy Hall will now be known as Brooks Hall. “In the face of ongoing racial violence and the momentum of the Black Lives Matter movement, statues … Continue reading →

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Rev. James Martin, S.J. Joins Holy Cross Community to Discuss How to Cope During a Time of Crisis Using Ignatian Tools

Renowned Jesuit priest Rev. James Martin, S.J. joined the Holy Cross community on September 28 for a live webinar, “Ignatian Tools During a Time of Crisis,” which included a talk followed by a Q&A session. The event, hosted by the … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Reaches Milestone in Construction of Center for Performing Arts

Last week, a small group gathered for the topping out ceremony to watch the final beam be placed atop the Prior Center for Performing Arts. This milestone marks significant progress on a structure that will be the heart of the … Continue reading →

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