Category Archives: Academics

Blog: Li ’21 Excited to Explore Ancient World During Semester Abroad in Rome

Posted on September 3, 2019 by Meghan Schatz

Name: Hui Li ’21 Hometown: Boston, Massachusetts Areas of study: Classics and psychology double major Studying abroad at: Temple University in Rome, Italy Duration: Fall 2019 Why Italy? “I’ve been fascinated by the ancient Mediterranean since I took my first … Continue reading →

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Blog: McDonald ’21 Eager to Immerse Himself in “New World” During Year Abroad in France

Posted on September 3, 2019 by Meghan Schatz

Name: Jacob McDonald ‘21 Hometown: Paxton, Massachusetts Areas of study: Computer science and French double major Studying abroad at: Université de Bourgogne in Dijon, France Duration: Full academic year Why France? “Having studied French language and culture for nearly eight years, I felt as … Continue reading →

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Blog: Manning ’21 Eager to Explore History, Culture During Semester Abroad in Cameroon

Posted on September 3, 2019 by Meghan Schatz

Name: Grace Manning ‘21 Hometown: Enniskerry, Ireland Areas of study: English and French double major with a concentration in peace and conflict studies Studying abroad at: L’Université Catholique d’Afrique Centrale in Yaoundé, Cameroon Duration: Fall 2019 Why Cameroon? “My Montserrat class introduced me to the … Continue reading →

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Blog: McLaughlin ’21 Hopes to Broaden Perspective During Year Abroad in Spain

Posted on September 3, 2019 by Meghan Schatz

Name: Kate McLaughlin ‘21 Hometown: Pelham, New York Areas of study: History and Spanish double major Studying abroad at: Universidade da Coruña in A Coruña, Spain Duration: Full academic year Why Spain? “Ever since I started studying Spanish in middle school, I have been … Continue reading →

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Blog: Kennelly ’21 Aims to Become Fluent in Arabic During Year Abroad in Jordan

Posted on September 3, 2019 by Meghan Schatz

Name: Matthew Kennelly ‘21 Hometown: Garden City, New York Areas of study: International studies major Studying abroad at: The University of Jordan in Amman, Jordan Duration: Full academic year Why Jordan? “I’ve always felt that learning and achieving fluency in Arabic is a … Continue reading →

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Learning Outside the Classroom at Holy Cross

Posted on August 7, 2019 by Jane Carlton

Not all education takes place in an academic building — particularly at College of the Holy Cross, where outside-the-classroom learning opportunities range from local to global. Whether you’re contributing to community engagement or diving into summer research or spending a … Continue reading →

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Videos: Holy Cross Students Tap Intellectual Curiosity Through Wide-Ranging Summer Research Projects

Posted on August 2, 2019 by Jane Carlton

This summer, more than 100 College of the Holy Cross students took a deep dive into cutting-edge research through the College’s Weiss Summer Research Program. Under the mentorship of faculty, students engaged in focused projects that push intellectual boundaries and … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Alumnus Wins Prestigious French Award

Posted on July 30, 2019 by Jane Carlton

Parlez vous Français? Stephen Silvestri ’19, a Chinese and international studies double major with a minor in French, not only speaks the language, but has fervently advocated for the French language and Francophone culture throughout his time at the College. … Continue reading →

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Theater Professor Enlightens the Next Generation

Posted on July 29, 2019 by Holy Cross Magazine

Whether it’s the Great White Way or College Street, questions of social justice in an increasingly polarized country can be asked and explored onstage. “I think a lot about my responsibilities as a white man,” says Edward Isser, W. Arthur … Continue reading →

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Retiring Faculty Members Leave Rich Legacy on Students, College

Posted on July 29, 2019 by Holy Cross Magazine

After decades of shaping students and the College, the following faculty members announced their retirement from Holy Cross this spring: Isabel Alvarez Borland, distinguished professor of arts and humanities; Patricia Bizzell, distinguished professor of humanities; John Hamilton, associate professor of … Continue reading →

Posted in Classics, English, Featured, Holy Cross Magazine, Music, News, Philosophy, Psychology, Spanish, Summer 2019, World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures | Comments Off

First-Year Biology Course Studies the Effects of Aging

Posted on July 29, 2019 by Holy Cross Magazine

There’s something poetic about the youngest members of the Holy Cross community spending an entire year learning about the oldest members of society. That’s the scientific quest students undertake in Biology of Aging: Understanding and Combating Aging, a Montserrat class … Continue reading →

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Theater in a Contentious Age: Holy Cross Alumnus Uses Theater to Tackle Contemporary Questions

Posted on July 29, 2019 by Holy Cross Magazine

It’s really hard to say what the national narrative is anymore,” says Tony Award-winning director Bartlett Sher ’81, “but one thing you can almost be certain of is every eighth-grader in the United States is probably going to read ‘To … Continue reading →

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10 Things to Know About Academics at Holy Cross

Posted on July 18, 2019 by Jane Carlton

If you’re looking for an education that combines academic excellence, critical inquiry and meaningful reflection, then the College of the Holy Cross might just be the perfect fit. From first-year seminars to undergrad research opportunities, here are 10 facts to … Continue reading →

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Rarely Exhibited Buddhist Ritual Art on View at Holy Cross’ Cantor Art Gallery Throughout Fall Semester

Posted on July 17, 2019 by College of the Holy Cross

The College of the Holy Cross, in conjunction with the Iris & B. Gerald Cantor Art Gallery, are pleased to announce that the National Endowment of the Humanities has awarded a $100,000 grant in support of a major exhibition of … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Professor’s Greenway Art Project Uses Augmented Reality to Take Visitors Back in Time

Posted on July 15, 2019 by Holy Cross in the News

Amy Finstein, visiting assistant professor of visual arts, was recently interviewed by WBUR on her latest project, an augmented reality experience which happens to be one of the largest ever set up in North America. An initiative of the Rose … Continue reading →

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Puerto Rico Newspaper Features Holy Cross Professors’ Trip to Study the Effects of Hurricane María

Posted on July 12, 2019 by Holy Cross in the News

“At first look, history and microbiology may seem like disciplines with nothing in common. However, two Latina faculty members at the College of the Holy Cross, in Worcester MA, vehemently shattered the perceived boundaries between these disciplines to provide their … Continue reading →

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A Tour Guide’s Guide to Holy Cross

Posted on July 3, 2019 by Jane Carlton

What should students expect in their first year at Holy Cross? How do students spend their free time? Is it true the College brings food trucks to campus? Five current Holy Cross tour guides — Caitlin Keaveny ’21, a psychology … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Professors’ Research to Address Children’s Learning in Museums, Adolescent Summer Reading, Food Equity and Latino History in Worcester

Posted on June 28, 2019 by College of the Holy Cross

The College of the Holy Cross announced the recipients of the “Scholarship in Action” grants for the 2019-2020 academic year, an initiative advancing Worcester-based faculty research with community partners that makes a lasting impact and provides rich experiential learning opportunities … Continue reading →

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World Premiere of Osvaldo Golijov’s ‘Falling Out of Time’ on Oct. 31 at College of the Holy Cross

Posted on June 24, 2019 by College of the Holy Cross

The College of the Holy Cross will present the world premiere performance of “Falling Out of Time,” a new piece by renowned Argentinean-born composer and Loyola Professor of Music Osvaldo Golijov. The event is set to take place on Oct. … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Professors Celebrated for Outstanding Scholarship and Student Advising

Posted on June 24, 2019 by Evangelia Stefanakos

At the close of the academic year, three faculty members were celebrated for their excellence in scholarship and academic advising. Before the faculty of the College of the Holy Cross who were gathered for her spring address, Margaret Freije, provost … Continue reading →

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