Author Archives: Cristal Steuer

Artist and Former Astronaut Collaborate on Exhibit ‘Our Fragile Home’

Posted on May 21, 2014 by Cristal Steuer

The Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Art Gallery at the College of the Holy Cross, will present “Our Fragile Home,” an installation of paintings and sculptural works by artist Pat Musick produced in collaboration with her husband, a former astronaut, … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Administrators to Serve Midnight Breakfast to Students

Posted on May 7, 2014 by Cristal Steuer

As students prepare for finals period, administrators at the College of the Holy Cross — including Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., president — have volunteered to serve students breakfast late into the night. Midnight breakfast will be served May 7, … Continue reading →

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‘NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams’ Showcases Holy Cross and Working for Worcester Project

Posted on May 7, 2014 by Cristal Steuer

On May 6, the College of the Holy Cross and the Working for Worcester project  took a place in the national spotlight as “NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams” showcased the city-wide project, which raised more than $100,000 and renovated … Continue reading →

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Working for Worcester Project to be Featured on ‘NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams’

Posted on May 6, 2014 by Cristal Steuer

Tonight, May 6 at 6:30 p.m. ET, the “Making a Difference” segment on “NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams” is scheduled to feature Holy Cross and the “Working for Worcester” city-wide project. Launched in 2013 by six college students, including … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Teams up With SALT to Provide Financial Literacy Resources for Students and Alumni

Posted on May 2, 2014 by Cristal Steuer

The College of the Holy Cross has teamed up with SALT, a financial education resource created by the nonprofit American Student Assistance (ASA), to empower students and recent graduates to take control of their personal finances. SALT, available online at … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Senior Football Player to Compete in Selective Business Competition

Posted on April 22, 2014 by Cristal Steuer

John Macomber ’14,  a member of the College Honors Program and a varsity football player at the College of the Holy Cross, will participate in a selective business pitch competition at Chapman University in Orange, Calif., titled “California Dreamin’ Investor … Continue reading →

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Cantor Art Gallery to Display Works of Graduating Seniors in ‘Alter-Ego’

Posted on April 17, 2014 by Cristal Steuer

The Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Art Gallery at the College of the Holy Cross will host the annual exhibition of artwork by graduating seniors who have participated in the senior concentration seminar from April 25 – May 23, 2014. … Continue reading →

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Papal Experts Available to Comment on the Canonization of John XXIII and John Paul II

Posted on April 16, 2014 by Cristal Steuer

The following papal scholars from the College of the Holy Cross are available to comment on issues related to the canonization of John XXIII and John Paul II on April 27, 2014. Both have studied John and John Paul’s papacies … Continue reading →

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Galician Bagpiper Cristina Pato Named Visiting Artist-in-Residence at Holy Cross

Posted on April 16, 2014 by Cristal Steuer

Galician bagpiper, pianist, and composer Cristina Pato has been named visiting artist-in residence at the College of the Holy Cross. A member of Yo-Yo Ma’s Silk Road, Pato’s residency is part of the launch of “Arts Transcending Borders” (ATB@HC), a … Continue reading →

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Acclaimed Author Leah Hager Cohen to Give Reading from New Novel ‘No Book but the World’

Posted on April 16, 2014 by Cristal Steuer

Leah Hager Cohen, critically acclaimed nonfiction writer and novelist and the Jenks Chair of Contemporary American Letters at the College of the Holy Cross, will give a reading from her new novel “No Book but the World” on Thursday, April … Continue reading →

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Working for Worcester to be Held April 12

Posted on April 2, 2014 by Cristal Steuer

On Saturday, April 12,  more than 1,000 volunteers will work to renovate 20 community recreation sites in the second annual Working for Worcester. A project, which started with six college students in a residence hall room, now has a leadership … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross to Host Panel on Education Policy

Posted on April 1, 2014 by Cristal Steuer

The College of the Holy Cross will host a panel on education policy with six alumni who work in the field on Wed., April 9 at 6 p.m. in Rehm Library, Smith Hall. The event is free and open to … Continue reading →

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PayScale Ranks Holy Cross No. 9 Among Liberal Arts Colleges for Best ROI

Posted on March 27, 2014 by Cristal Steuer

The College of the Holy Cross ranks no. 9 among liberal arts college across the country for best return on investment (ROI) according to PayScale, which released its fifth annual report about college ROI and ranks more than 900 U.S. … Continue reading →

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Acclaimed Author Leah Hager Cohen Appointed as Distinguished Writer in Residence

Posted on March 24, 2014 by Cristal Steuer

Leah Hager Cohen, critically acclaimed nonfiction writer and novelist, has been appointed Distinguished Writer in Residence at the College of the Holy Cross. Cohen has served as the Jenks Chair of Contemporary American Letters at the College for the last … Continue reading →

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Former Obama Speechwriter Jon Favreau ’03 to Deliver Commencement Address at Holy Cross

Posted on March 12, 2014 by Cristal Steuer

Jon Favreau ’03, former director of speechwriting for President Barack Obama and co-founder of Fenway Strategies, will receive an honorary degree from the College of the Holy Cross and address this year’s graduates during the College’s Commencement ceremonies on Friday, … Continue reading →

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Amy Wolfson Named Vice President for Academic Affairs at Loyola University Maryland

Posted on February 26, 2014 by Cristal Steuer

Amy R. Wolfson, associate dean of the faculty and professor of psychology at the College of the Holy Cross, will become vice president for academic affairs at Loyola University Maryland. The announcement was made today by Rev. Brian F. Linnane, … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Prof. Part of Live Education Panel on Al Jazeera America

Posted on February 24, 2014 by Cristal Steuer

Jack Schneider, assistant professor of education at the College of the Holy Cross, will be a featured panelist on Al Jazeera America’s “The Stream,” an award-winning, primetime, interactive news-discussion program. The live television program will air tonight, Feb. 24 from … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross to Support Future of Blackstone Valley Gateway Park and Visitor Center

Posted on February 20, 2014 by Cristal Steuer

At a press conference at Quinsigamond Elementary School today James P. McGovern, D-Worcester was joined by city officials, the Department of Transportation (DOT), the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) the Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor, and the College … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Studio Supervisor and Lecturer Presents Solo Exhibit in Beverly, Mass.

Posted on February 12, 2014 by Cristal Steuer

The latest work by Amy Archambault ’08, studio supervisor and lecturer in the visual arts department at the College of the Holy Cross, will be on display now through April 3, 2014, at 17 Cox in Beverly, Mass. Archambault’s site … Continue reading →

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‘Coca-Cola Embraces Diversity, Not All Of U.S. Ready To Do The Same’

Posted on February 7, 2014 by Cristal Steuer

Quantasia Islam ’15, who is currently participating in the Washington Semester Program at the College of the Holy Cross, recently co-published an article in emPower Magazine titled, “Coca-Cola Embraces Diversity, Not All Of U.S. Ready To Do The Same,” where … Continue reading →

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