Author Archives: Cristal Steuer

Scholarship Related to Transgender Issues to Benefit from First Digital Archive

K.J. Rawson, assistant professor of English at the College of the Holy Cross, recently launched the world’s first Digital Transgender Archive (DTA), a collection of transgender-related historical materials. Rawson’s project was recognized in 2013-14 with funding from the American Council … Continue reading →

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2016 Bob Cousy Award Watch List Narrowed to 10 Finalists

The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame announced today the 10 watch list finalists for the 2016 Bob Cousy Point Guard of the Year Award presented by College of the Holy Cross. Named after Hall of Famer and former Boston … Continue reading →

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Men’s Lacrosse Team Rings the Nasdaq Closing Bell as Part of Job Shadow Program

On Jan. 25, the College of the Holy Cross men’s lacrosse team and head coach Judd Lattimore rang the closing bell at the Nasdaq MarketSite in Times Square. The news ran on Fox News, Bloomberg News, CNBC, and in the … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Music Department Announces Spring 2016 Concert Series

The College of the Holy Cross music department will kick off its spring concert schedule on Feb. 2 at 12:30 p.m. with a First Tuesday Lunch Concert performance by Jan Müller-Szeraws, artist in residence (cello), in the Brooks Concert Hall. … Continue reading →

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McFarland Center to Present Talks on Faith, Violence, Education and Love

The Rev. Michael C. McFarland, S.J. Center for Religion, Ethics and Culture at the College of the Holy Cross will bring in special guest lecturers in February for talks on violence and genocide, education and equity, religion and ethics through … Continue reading →

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Fifth Annual Multifaith Prayer to Celebrate Faith Traditions at Holy Cross

When students return to campus in January, the chaplain’s office will host its fifth annual Multifaith Community Prayer to celebrate the rich faith traditions represented at Holy Cross.  Students, faculty, and staff are invited to gather and participate on Tuesday, … Continue reading →

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With a Record Powerball Jackpot, Media Across the Country Turn to Economics Professor for Expertise on Lottery

While most of America was out buying their tickets for the $1.6 billion Powerball jackpot, reporters were calling Victor Matheson, professor of economics at the College of the Holy Cross, for his expertise on the game, which resulted in Matheson … Continue reading →

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Philosophy Professor Writes New Book on Gandhi’s Legacy

“Although Gandhi’s legacy has not been forgotten, it has often been distorted,” explains Predrag Cicovacki, professor of philosophy and director of Peace and Conflict Studies at the College of the Holy Cross. “I admire Gandhi, but I am also critical … Continue reading →

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Cantor Art Gallery to Exhibit ‘Grammar,’ Exploring the Complexity of Photography as Language

The Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Art Gallery at the College of the Holy Cross will present the exhibition “Grammar,” a survey of recent photography works by Matthew Gamber, assistant professor of visual arts at the College, from Jan. 20 … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Professor to be Featured in CSPAN’s ‘Cities Tour’ of Worcester

The City of Worcester will be featured on C-SPAN’s “Cities Tour” Saturday, Dec. 19 and Sunday, Dec. 20. As part of the “Cities Tour,” C-SPAN travels to mid-size cities across the country and features select history and literary life in … Continue reading →

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Twenty Candidates Announced for 2016 Bob Cousy Award

The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame announced today the 20 watch list finalists for the 2016 Bob Cousy Point Guard of the Year Award presented by College of the Holy Cross. Named after Hall of Famer and former Boston … Continue reading →

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Pulitzer Prize-Winning Couple Kristof and WuDunn to Give Annual Hanify-Howland Lecture at Holy Cross

The 50th annual Hanify-Howland Memorial Lecture will be given by husband-and-wife duo Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn on Tuesday, Nov. 3 at 8 p.m. in the Hogan Campus Center Ballroom at the College of the Holy Cross. The lecture, which … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Joins Coalition Dedicated to Student Access and Success

A diverse coalition of public and private colleges and universities including the College of the Holy Cross is coming together with the goal of improving the college admission application process for all students.  The Coalition is developing a free platform … Continue reading →

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Video: Holy Cross Community Members Celebrate Pope’s Historic U.S. Visit

Pope Francis, the world’s first Jesuit pope, made an historic trip to the U.S. last week, stopping in Washington D.C, New York City and Philadelphia. To celebrate and honor the pontiff’s visit, members of the Holy Cross community traveled to … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Community Members Make Headlines During Pope Francis’ U.S. Visit

With Pope Francis arriving in the U.S., members of the College of the Holy Cross community have been busy sharing their stories and expertise about the first Jesuit pontiff coming to the U.S. with national, regional and local media. Juniors … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Honors Five Alumni for Professional Achievement and Commitment to Service, Faith and Justice

The College of the Holy Cross has honored five alumni with the Sanctae Crucis Awards. The highest non-degree recognition bestowed by the College on a graduate, the annual awards are presented to alumni who are leaders in business, professional or … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross President to Attend Pope Francis’ Historic Address to Congress

At the invitation of Congressman Jim McGovern (MA-02), Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., president of the College of the Holy Cross, will attend Pope Francis’ unprecedented address to Congress on Sept. 24.  It is the first time a pope will … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross to Host Series of Events to Honor the Pope’s Historic U.S. Visit

Pope Francis, the world’s first Jesuit pope, will make his first visit to the U.S. Sept. 22–27, 2015. To celebrate and honor the pope’s historic visit, the College of the Holy Cross will host a series of events. The College … Continue reading →

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New WRTA Bus Route to Connect Holy Cross, Assumption and Worcester State

The Higher Education Consortium of Central Massachusetts, Inc. (HECCMA) recently announced an agreement with the Worcester Regional Transit Authority (WRTA) to provide a new “College Route” connecting three HECCMA institutions: Assumption College, College of the Holy Cross, and Worcester State … Continue reading →

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Wide Range of Faculty Experts at Holy Cross Available to Discuss Pope’s First U.S. Visit

Faculty experts in a wide range of disciplines from the College of the Holy Cross are available to offer distinctive perspectives on Pope Francis’ first visit to the U.S., Sept. 22 – 27, 2015.  For more information, or for assistance … Continue reading →

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