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Category Archives: Academics
Curiosity Leads to Unique Find Hidden in Fenwick for Decades
You’d think that everything hidden in Fenwick Hall would have been found by now. But that’s the thing about 175-year-old buildings: There’s always something else to discover. Such was the case in May when Avanell Brock, the College’s multimedia producer, … Continue reading
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Will a Single Tweet Create a Costly Rift Between the N.B.A. and China? Holy Cross Sports Economist Shares Expert Insight
The recent geopolitical firestorm set off inadvertently by Rockets General Manager Daryl Morey’s tweet in support for pro-democracy protesters in Hong Kong this past weekend is pushing the N.B.A. into facing an existential problem. Media across the country is turning … Continue reading
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Blog: Rodriguez ’23 Looking Forward to Stepping Out of Her Comfort Zone at Holy Cross
Name: Dariana Rodriguez ’23 Hometown: Boynton Beach, Florida Interested in studying: Anthropology, business, ethics, and society, and economics Activities: Women’s Rowing Team, The Agency, Women in Business Why did you choose Holy Cross? “I wanted to spend the next four years of my life in a competitive, … Continue reading
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Holy Cross Professor Writes About the Secrecy of Confession in the Catholic Church
On Sept. 11, 2019, the Australian states of Victoria and Tasmania passed bills requiring priests to report any child abuse revealed in the confessional, a move criticized by religious liberty advocates and representatives of the Catholic Church worldwide for invading … Continue reading
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Blog: Maclean ’23 Excited to Take Advantage of Everything Holy Cross Offers
Name: Hadley Maclean ’23 Hometown: Lake Orion, Michigan Interested in studying: Computer science, English and film studies Activities: Ultimate Frisbee, Creative Writing club, Purple Key Society Why did you choose Holy Cross? “I chose Holy Cross because of the awesome community. I’ve never seen a more … Continue reading
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Blog: Gutt ’23 Excited to Get Involved on Campus During First Year at Holy Cross
Name: Hunter Gutt ’23 Hometown: Petoskey, Michigan Interested in studying: Architectural studies, biology and environmental studies Activities: The Spire Why did you choose Holy Cross? “I chose Holy Cross for its small student-to-teacher ratio, incredibly supportive alumni network and approach to a well-rounded education.” What are you most … Continue reading
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Blog: Gomez ’23 Looking Forward to Study Abroad Opportunities at Holy Cross
Name: Jasmine Gomez ’23 Hometown: The Bronx, New York Interested in studying: Education, psychology and visual arts Activities: PRIDE, College Choir, Latin American Student Organization (LASO), Kxplosion Kpop Dance Team Why did you choose Holy Cross? “I wasn’t sold on Holy Cross until I went to … Continue reading
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Blog: Britocastro ’23 Eager to Explore Worcester During First Year on The Hill
Name: Angel Britocastro ’23 Hometown: Chicago, Illinois Interested in studying: Mathematics and computer science Activities: Residence Hall House Council in Clark Hall Why did you choose Holy Cross? “I chose Holy Cross over other schools because of its welcoming culture. Once you visit, something … Continue reading
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Chemistry Professor Awarded Prestigious NIH Grant for Protein Research
Kenneth Mills, professor of chemistry at College of the Holy Cross, was recently awarded a three-year $361,417 grant from the National Institutes of Health to continue his research on the protein splicing of organisms — called extremophiles — that live … Continue reading
Professor and Russia Expert Calls Talk of Trump Impeachment ‘the Gift That Keeps on Giving’ for Russian Media
What is Russian media’s narrative on the impeachment investigation of President Donald Trump? Apparently, the commentary in many ways “echoes the language of U.S. coverage,” according to Cynthia Hooper, associate professor of history and director of Russian and Eastern European Studies at Holy Cross. … Continue reading
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Holy Cross Hosts Prestigious Association of Literary Scholars, Critics, and Writers Conference
The 24th Annual Conference of the Association of Literary Scholars, Critics, and Writers (ALSCW) was held at the College of the Holy Cross from October 3-6, 2019. Hosted by Lee Oser, professor of English, the three-day event featured 17 seminars; … Continue reading
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Home Sweet Campus: A Peek Inside Residence Life at Holy Cross
Ninety percent of Holy Cross students live in one of 11 residence halls on campus — but how do they make those spaces feel like home? The answer is both literal and emotional. The Holy Cross housing experience starts as … Continue reading
Posted in Arthistory, Creative Writing, Economics and Accounting, Education, English, Featured, News, Peace and Conflict Studies, Philosophy, Psychology, Russian Studies, Sociology and Anthropology
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Classics Professor Tim Joseph Draws Classics Connections in HBO’s Hit Show ‘Succession’
Considering the expression, “Those who do not know their history are doomed to repeat it,” how much of our reality can be explained through history and how much is decided by current circumstances? In an analysis written for New York … Continue reading
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What Is the Fastest Growing Big Sport in the Last Decade? Holy Cross Sports Economist Weighs In
Although today’s sports audiences are bigger than ever, reports show that revenue growth has slowed down pretty much everywhere in the world. So now that the stakes are higher than ever, what can professional sports leagues do to compete for … Continue reading
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Delaney Wells ’20 Has a Global Dedication to Disability Rights
In her junior year, Delaney Wells ’20 interned in the Disability Rights section of the Department of Justice during the Washington Semester Program. There, the religious studies major with a concentration in peace and conflict studies learned about a group … Continue reading
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Religious Studies Professor Reflects on the History of the Cross in Christianity
The cross as a symbol of Christianity has a complex and controversial history, originating even before the death of Christ. We are reminded of that rich history on September 14 each year, as Catholics and other Christians celebrate the Feast … Continue reading
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Eight Holy Cross Faculty Members Promoted to Rank of Professor
They’ve spent years teaching at College of the Holy Cross and advancing research in their respective fields. Now, eight faculty members have been promoted to the rank of full professor. Learn more about their scholarship, their time at Holy Cross … Continue reading
Posted in Biology, English, Environmental Studies, Featured, History, Mathew Schmalz, Music, News, Psychology, Religious Studies, Sociology and Anthropology
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The Associated Press Highlights Holy Cross Sociology Professor’s Research in Ethical Consumerism
Want to be a more socially responsible and ethical consumer, but not sure where to start? The Associated Press asked Ellis Jones, assistant professor of sociology at Holy Cross and author of “The Better World Shopping Guide,” for his best … Continue reading
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When the World Is Your Classroom: Holy Cross Sociologist Talks About the Emerging Trend of Worldschooling
Jennie Germann Molz, professor in the sociology and anthropology department at the College of the Holy Cross, recently spoke to Business Destinations about the emerging trend of “worldschooling,” an issue she’s been researching extensively for an upcoming book. “Even by … Continue reading
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Blog: Shorter ’21 Excited to Immerse Herself in Culture, Community During Year Abroad in Peru
Name: Sarah Shorter ‘21 Hometown: Lexington, Massachusetts Areas of study: Anthropology major with a concentration in Latin America, Latinx, and Caribbean studies Studying abroad at: Pontificia Universidad Catòlica del Perú in Lima, Peru Duration: Full academic year Why Peru? “I knew that … Continue reading
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