Category Archives: Academics

Eight Holy Cross Faculty Members Promoted to Rank of Professor

Posted on July 19, 2018 by Holy Cross Magazine

After years of research and accomplishments in their respective fields, eight Holy Cross faculty members have been promoted to the rank of professor. Below, the professors share their thoughts on their careers, scholarship and more.

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Three Retiring Faculty Members Leave Lasting Mark on College, Their Fields

Posted on July 19, 2018 by Holy Cross Magazine

With the end of the academic year comes the departure of three faculty members who announced their retirement: John Cull, professor of Spanish; Rev. Thomas Worcester, S.J., professor of history; and Suzanne Kirschner, professor of psychology. The three faculty members … Continue reading →

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Mark Cronin ’80 and Son Help Spread Happiness Through Socks

Posted on July 19, 2018 by Holy Cross Magazine

Online retailer John’s Crazy Socks started as a playful experiment, a father-son business built on a simple premise: spreading happiness through socks. Less than two years later, Mark Cronin ’80, (above, right) company president, and his son John (above, left), … Continue reading →

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Catholics & Cultures: Holy Cross Professor Writes About Little-Known Fiesta de la Tirana for Crux

Posted on July 16, 2018 by Holy Cross in the News

“In a tiny northern Chilean town in the driest desert in the world, 200,000 people are gathering this week for one of the most remarkable, vibrant, and little-known Catholic feasts in the world,” said Thomas Landy, director of the Rev. … Continue reading →

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Professor and Russia Expert on Upcoming Trump-Putin Summit: ‘Trump is Playing Putin’s Game’

Posted on July 13, 2018 by Holy Cross in the News

On July 16 President Donald Trump is scheduled to participate in a summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Helsinki, Finland, a meeting generating media buzz worldwide. In an article for The Conversation, Cynthia Hooper, associate professor of history and director … Continue reading →

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‘Holy Cross Summer Course Explores Realities of Food Production’

Posted on July 11, 2018 by Holy Cross in the News

“Meal time will never be the same again!” That’s how Christopher Staysniak, visiting lecturer of history at the College of the Holy Cross, started the six-week summer course titled “Food and Power” back in June. According to Staysniak, a key … Continue reading →

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Down Any Possible Road: Internships Open the Door Wide for Post-Grad Success

Posted on July 11, 2018 by Jane Carlton

College is a time to stretch yourself and try something else on for size. And that doesn’t just apply to taking different classes or joining a new club — it also extends to internships. Armed with the strength of a … Continue reading →

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‘How Many Humans Can the Earth Support?’ Mathematics Professor Addresses Ahead of World Population Day

Posted on July 10, 2018 by Holy Cross in the News

When the first World Population Day was observed in 1990, the global population stood at a little over five billion. It’s now over half that, measuring 7.5 to 7.6 billion individuals. Is this exponential growth sustainable for Mother Earth? Writing … Continue reading →

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What Led to the Battle of Gettysburg? Holy Cross Student and Professor Say It Was the Shoes

Posted on June 29, 2018 by Holy Cross in the News

With the 155th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg approaching, Catherine Thompson, visiting assistant professor of history, and Declan Cronin ’19, a rising senior went on a quest to uncover what actually set off the battle. In an article for … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Professor Discusses Her Book on Racism and Colonialism in the Netherlands

Posted on June 29, 2018 by Holy Cross in the News

Melissa Weiner, associate professor of sociology at the College of the Holy Cross, has spent years studying racial identity formation, most recently in The Netherlands. In an article for Dutch news outlet The Northern Times, Weiner talks about the recent publication … Continue reading →

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‘Paris is a Classroom’: Students Study Revolutionaries and Rebels Through Summer Study Abroad Program

Posted on June 29, 2018 by Jane Carlton

What do Les Miserables’ rebellious Jean Valjean, the writer James Baldwin and 11 College of the Holy Cross students have in common? They know something about French revolutions and artistic rebels. Stephanie Yuhl and Theresa McBride, professors of history, led … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Professor and Alumnus Featured in MassLive.com as New ‘Worcesterites’

Posted on June 20, 2018 by Holy Cross in the News

Worcester is in the midst of a renaissance, with the construction of new hotels, apartments and the transformation of its downtown area. The city’s developing arts and restaurant scene are just some of the attractions its new residents point to. … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross History Professor Predicts Upcoming Era for HISTORY

Posted on June 18, 2018 by Holy Cross in the News

Are we living in a second Gilded Age? In an article for HISTORY, Ed O’Donnell, associate professor of history at Holy Cross, explores that question, highlighting parallels between the two eras, from the booming economy, to the growing wealth inequality, … Continue reading →

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Eleven Students and Recent Alumni Receive Prestigious Grants and Scholarships

Posted on June 18, 2018 by Jane Carlton

This spring, College of the Holy Cross students and alumni have won an impressive array of awards from prestigious organizations, including the Fulbright Program, Critical Language Scholarship and NSF Graduate Research Fellowship. These accolades speak to the curiosity, intellect and … Continue reading →

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What Does the Bible Say About Immigration? A Holy Cross Professor Explains

Posted on June 15, 2018 by College of the Holy Cross

Much of the national conversation this week has focused on the United States’ treatment of asylum seekers and undocumented immigrants trying to cross the southern border. Both Attorney General Jeff Sessions and the Southern Baptist Convention have used religious arguments … Continue reading →

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Is There a ‘New’ Kate O’Brien? Holy Cross Professor Explains

Posted on June 14, 2018 by Holy Cross in the News

Kate O’Brien was a provocative and, even in some places, banned Irish novelist and playwright, but first a foremost, she was a feminist determined to encourage a greater understanding of sexual diversity. In an article for The Irish Times, Paige … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Economics Professor Is Sought-After Expert on the FIFA World Cup

Posted on June 14, 2018 by Holy Cross in the News

Soccer fans are buzzing with excitement over the announcement made Wednesday during the 68th FIFA Congress that the U.S. will be co-hosting the 2026 World Cup, alongside Mexico and Canada. The event will be returning to the North American continent … Continue reading →

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How Do Religions of the World View Suicide? Holy Cross Religious Studies Professor Explains

Posted on June 12, 2018 by Holy Cross in the News

In the wake of the highly publicized suicides of fashion designer Kate Spade and chef and writer Anthony Bourdain last week, there’s been increased discussion of some of the moral and ethical dilemmas surrounding suicide. Writing for The Conversation, Mathew … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Professors Recognized for Outstanding Scholarship and Student Advising

Posted on June 6, 2018 by Evangelia Stefanakos

After another successful academic year, two faculty members are being 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 and … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Alumnus Awash With Nostalgia Writes About His 25th Reunion for the National Review

Posted on June 6, 2018 by Holy Cross in the News

There’s no better way to celebrate being a Crusader than by returning to Mount St. James for Reunion Weekend, where generations of Holy Cross alumni come together for fellowship and friendship at a place that will always feel like home. … Continue reading →

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