Author Archives: Holy Cross in the News

Religious Studies Professor Offers Response to the Potential Repeal of the Johnson Amendment

In response to president Donald Trump’s comments regarding his plans to repeal the Johnson Amendment — which prevents houses of worship and other tax-exempt organizations from engaging in political campaigning — Mathew Schmalz, associate professor of religious studies at the … Continue reading →

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Margaret Peterlin ’93 Joins State Department as Secretary Rex Tillerson’s Chief of Staff

Maintaining a cohesive team at the State Department is critical to the agency’s future success, writes Josh Rogin, a columnist for the Global Opinions section of The Washington Post. Much of that responsibility, he says, now falls upon the shoulders … Continue reading →

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English Professor Reflects on the Beauty of Naturalization Ceremonies

Following the recent national outcry over president Trump’s immigration ban, Leila Philip, professor of English at the College of the Holy Cross, wrote an opinion piece that appeared in the Boston Globe on a naturalization ceremony that took place at … Continue reading →

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Religious Studies Professor Reflects on Shaker Culture, Insights

Moved by the recent passing of Sister Frances Carr, thought to be one of the last known Shaker, professor of religious studies Joanne M. Pierce discusses Shaker legacy and the lessons it offers today’s world. The article was picked up … Continue reading →

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Why Early Aid Letters Matter: Holy Cross Financial Aid Expert Comments on New FAFSA Rules

Lynne Myers, director of financial aid at College of the Holy Cross, explains why the changes to the financial aid process, effective for the 2017-2018 academic year, could help early admission students better – and sooner – understand their financing … Continue reading →

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Economics Professor Provides Insight on Rising Rates of Employer Confidence in Massachusetts

Even though state and national economies are slowing down, confidence in the business environment is the highest it has been in Massachusetts since 2004, the Boston Business Journal reports. Katherine Kiel, professor of economics and chair of the economics and … Continue reading →

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Joyce ’82 Discusses Corporate Strategy at Worcester Economics Club Meeting

As president and CEO of Danaher Corp, Thomas P. Joyce Jr. ’82, is no stranger to “helping people realize their potential,” according to a recent article by the Telegram & Gazette. Joyce, who majored in economics while at the College, … Continue reading →

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Amanda Belichick Talks Coaching, Learning from Her Dad, and the Super Bowl

With the Super Bowl right around the corner, all eyes are on New England Patriots’ head coach Bill Belichick. However, Worcester and Boston news outlets turned their focus onto Amanda Belichick, coach of the women’s lacrosse team and daughter of … Continue reading →

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History Professor and Russian Expert Discusses Putin-Trump Relationship on CNN

As the world keeps tabs on potential shifts in U.S. foreign relations, Cynthia Hooper, associate professor of history and director of Russian and Eastern European Studies at the College of the Holy Cross, was called upon by CNN for her expertise … Continue reading →

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‘Holy Cross, Assumption students head to DC March for Life’

Three Holy Cross students taking part in the annual March for Life in Washington, D.C. sat down with the Telegram & Gazette to discuss the pro-life cause, the overlaps between the recent Women’s March and the March for Life, and … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Young Alumus Named Worcester Magazine’s ‘Person of the Year’

Worcester Magazine has named Che Anderson ’11, project manager for the city of Worcester, as its “Person of the Year.” Anderson, who has immersed himself in Worcester since his days as a Holy Cross student in 2007, and who is … Continue reading →

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Video: Former U.S. Poet Laureate Billy Collins ’63 Honored as Helmerich Distinguished Author, Reads Poetry on NPR

The Tulsa Library Trust presented Billy Collins ’63, former U.S. Poet Laureate, with the Peggy V. Helmerich Distinguished Author Award on Dec. 2 in recognition of his international acclaim and significant contribution to the field of literature. Collins also read a selection … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Basketball Player Nominated for National ‘Good Works Team Award’ for Effort on the Court and In the Community

Unlike many Division I athletes, the post-college plans of sophomore guard Marcellis Perkins ’19 don’t include going pro. A sports columnist for The Virginian Pilot interviews Perkins about his dream of becoming a role model for young men – a … Continue reading →

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Award-Winning Poet, Professor Philip Metres ‘92 Reflects on Lessons Learned at Holy Cross

Philip Metres ’92 thinks back on his time as a senior English major at the College working on a creative writing honors thesis under the tutelage of Robert Cording, professor emeritus of English. Now an award-winning poet and professor of … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Faculty Member Published in Boston Globe, Researching New Ways to Assess School Quality

In a co-authored letter published in the Boston Globe, Jack Schneider, assistant professor of education at the College of the Holy Cross and director of research for the Massachusetts Consortium for Innovative Education Assessment (MCIEA), applauded “the effort, led by … Continue reading →

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‘Eat, pray, study: Holy Cross students learn the language of serenity’

According to an article featured on the front page of the Boston Globe, the Thomas P. Joyce ’59 Contemplative Center offers College of the Holy Cross students a reprieve from their daily stressors, especially beneficial now during final exam season. … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Alumnus Named a ‘Central Massachusetts 2016 Power Player’

Che Anderson ’11 was recently named one of Central Massachusetts’ 2016 Power Players by the Worcester Business Journal. According to the journal, the member of this year’s class of Power Players were selected based on their roles in making changes … Continue reading →

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Video: Holy Cross History Professor Featured in PBS Pearl Harbor Documentary

Edward O’Donnell, associate professor of history at the College of the Holy Cross, was recently featured in the PBS documentary special “Pearl Harbor, USS Oklahoma: Final Story.”

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Holy Cross Visual Arts Professor Comments on Role of Stained Glass in Sacred and Secular Spaces

Virginia Raguin, Distinguished Professor of Humanities and professor of visual arts in the visual arts department at the College of the Holy Cross, offers her expert commentary in an Associated Press article discussing the value of stained glass in both … Continue reading →

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Kalif Raymond ’16 Promoted to Broncos Active Roster

Former Holy Cross wide receiver Kalif Raymond ’16, an economics major from Lawrenceville, GA, has been promoted to the Denver Broncos active roster. In the wake of placing fullback Andy Janovich on injured reserve, Head Coach Gary Kubiak announced the … Continue reading →

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