Author Archives: Meredith Fidrocki

Can Jesus Walk Through Walls?

The majority of the global population is religious, yet psychologists have little understanding of how religious beliefs impact the way children think, says Florencia Anggoro, Holy Cross associate professor of psychology.

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How a New Holy Cross Course Is Tackling the ‘Leaky Pipeline’ of Women in STEM

College of the Holy Cross Science in Community students are on a mission to change the future makeup of the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields.

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New Student-Created Organization Provides Community, Support for Women of Color at Holy Cross

Nadjee Jocelyn ’23 and Juliana Pompilus ’23 had packed schedules planned for senior year. They were both double majors, active on campus and gearing up for their job search. But while members of the New York Semester Program as juniors, … Continue reading →

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College of the Holy Cross Begins Spring Semester With Multifaith Community Prayer

With fresh snow blanketing the ground outside, members of the Holy Cross community gathered in Mary Chapel on Tuesday, Jan. 24, for the return of a cherished annual tradition, Multifaith Community Prayer, following a three-year pause due to the pandemic. … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Creates New Office of Parent and Family Engagement

Holy Cross has long embraced families as important members of the College community, especially for their key role in student success. With the launch of the College’s new Office of Parent and Family Engagement, Holy Cross is further strengthening this … Continue reading →

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NBA’s Kate Jhaveri ’95 Talks Leadership, Careers at 16th Annual Women in Business Conference

Kate Jhaveri ’95, executive vice president and chief marketing officer of the NBA, has always loved team sports. Rowing alongside her teammates at Holy Cross remains one of her favorite memories from her time on The Hill. It also inspires … Continue reading →

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At Holy Cross, First-Generation College Students Find Support and Community

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Anti-Racism Action Plan Internship—Holy Cross Student Summer Series

Many Holy Cross summer internship experiences are student- or professor-initiated, but with Holy Cross’ reputation for outstanding faculty and passionate students, some opportunities — like the creation of an anti-racism plan for a local health center — develop out of … Continue reading →

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Lab Partners Research Canine Stem Cells—Holy Cross Student Summer Series

Senior biology majors Nakesha Agyapong ’22 and Ethan Trim ’22 have been lab partners since meeting through the First-Year Advancement Program (FRAP). For the last three years, they have worked together in the lab of Associate Professor of Biology Julia … Continue reading →

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Art History Internship at Holy Cross – Holy Cross Student Summer Series

As a history and art history double major, Jinze Mi ’23 is used to studying art in the classroom. But this summer, through the Weiss Summer Research Program, he was surrounded by it. Under the expert guidance of Meredith Fluke, … Continue reading →

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Longtime Director of Admission Ann McDermott ’79 Reflects on the Evolution of Admission at Holy Cross

After more than 30 years devoted to admission at the College, Ann McDermott ’79 has announced her departure as director of admission, a position she’s held since 1994. During her tenure, McDermott has admitted more than 20,000 Crusaders and spearheaded … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Looks to Jesuit Aspirations for Institutional Inspiration

In 2019, following months of discernment, the Society of Jesus announced four aspirations, known as the Universal Apostolic Preferences. These preferences, confirmed by Pope Francis, were offered as guides for the Jesuits’ own ministry and for the work of Jesuit … Continue reading →

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Academic Conference Showcases Creativity, Wide-Ranging Research of Holy Cross Students

  Two summers ago, while studying abroad in Cambodia, Emily O’Regan ’21 had the first inspiration for her honors thesis: “I spent weeks deep in the jungle surrounded by some of the most pristine landscapes and incredible wildlife I had … Continue reading →

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Center for Career Development Focuses on the Lifelong Value of a Holy Cross Education

As graduation season approaches for colleges across the country, students are focusing on the next step after commencement — but at the College of the Holy Cross, the “what next” and, more importantly, the “why” have been questions in progress … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross’ Center for Career Development Positions Students for Success After Graduation

“The pandemic has shined a light on how important it is for employees to be agile, flexible and able to problem-solve — which are core skills that students flex all the time at Holy Cross,” says Amy Murphy, director of … Continue reading →

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Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program Teaches Ethical Leadership

When Ja-Naé Duane introduces entrepreneurship to students at the College of the Holy Cross, she doesn’t start by talking about business ideas, product development or marketing strategy. Rather, she tells students: “Pick a problem.”

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Behind-the-Scenes at The Spire: How Holy Cross’ Student Newspaper Is Keeping the Community Connected

Over the summer, Matthew Anderson ’21 was at work in his hometown of Moultonborough, New Hampshire, when his phone started buzzing nonstop. Anderson, co-editor-in-chief of Holy Cross’ student newspaper, The Spire, saw numerous messages from Spire staff members who had … Continue reading →

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Professor Stephanie Yuhl, ‘Teacher of Teachers,’ Wins Career Teaching Medal

“Bring your joy.” For Stephanie Yuhl, professor of history, these are words she lives by as an educator, as a colleague, and as director of the College’s innovative first-year Montserrat program. For students and fellow professors who know Yuhl, her … Continue reading →

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