Category Archives: Academics

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

Posted on February 16, 2017 by Holy Cross in the News

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

Posted on February 15, 2017 by Holy Cross in the News

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

Posted on February 15, 2017 by Holy Cross in the News

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

Posted on February 14, 2017 by Holy Cross in the News

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

Posted on February 13, 2017 by Holy Cross in the News

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

Posted on February 10, 2017 by Holy Cross in the News

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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A Look Backstage with ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ Director Julia McCarthy ’15

Posted on February 3, 2017 by Caroline Shannon '17

Since graduating from Holy Cross, “Little Shop of Horrors” director Julia McCarthy ’15 has been busy studying acting in Boston and in Russia, and working with inner city kids at public schools in Worcester. Her most recent adventure has landed … Continue reading →

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

Posted on February 2, 2017 by Holy Cross in the News

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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Standing in Solidarity with Worcester’s Immigrants and Refugees: Reflections from the Holy Cross Community

Posted on February 2, 2017 by College of the Holy Cross

More than 200 members of the Holy Cross community joined protesters Tuesday night at Worcester City Hall, a gathering that was intended to show support for the city’s immigrants and refugees. The solidarity rally of 1,300 — one of many … Continue reading →

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Arts Transcending Borders Kicks Off the Semester with Sō Percussion’s ‘A Gun Show’

Posted on February 1, 2017 by Kelsey Littlefield '17

This semester, Arts Transcending Borders at the College of the Holy Cross is offering a series of events that bring some of the most pressing issues of our time into conversation with the arts. On Thursday, Feb. 9, Sō … Continue reading →

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Religious Studies Professor Connects Bible Passages to Refugee Ban

Posted on January 31, 2017 by College of the Holy Cross

Days into President Trump’s executive order placing a stay on refugees, Mathew Schmalz, associate professor of religious studies, says the Bible affirms — strongly and unequivocally — our obligation to treat strangers with dignity and hospitality. Read the whole article … Continue reading →

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Working Writers Series Kicks Off Spring Semester with Nonfiction Writer Jerald Walker

Posted on January 30, 2017 by Kelsey Littlefield '17

The Working Writers Series events, which are sponsored by the English department’s Creative Writing Program, will present readings from the following writers throughout the semester. All events will take place in the Rehm Library in Smith Hall (unless otherwise noted) … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Music Department Announces the Spring 2017 Concert Series

Posted on January 30, 2017 by Kelsey Littlefield '17

The College of the Holy Cross music department will kick off its spring concert series on Tuesday, Jan. 31 at 8 p.m. in Brooks Concert Hall with artist-in-residence Saul Bitrán’s Cuarteto Latinoamericano: “Tribute to the Americas.” Cuarteto Latinoamericano is one … Continue reading →

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Alternate College Theatre Presents the Musical Update of ‘Little Shop of Horrors’

Posted on January 30, 2017 by Kelsey Littlefield '17

The College of the Holy Cross’ student run Alternate College Theatre (ACT) will present “Little Shop of Horrors,” with music by Alan Menken, with book and lyrics by Howard Ashman and directed by alumna Julia McCarthy ’15, who previously staged … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross History Professor Rev. Thomas W. Worcester, S.J., Named President of Regis College

Posted on January 25, 2017 by Jessica Kennedy

Rev. Thomas Worcester, S.J., professor of history at the College of the Holy Cross, will become the 11th president of Regis College, the Jesuit Faculty of Theology at the University of Toronto (UofT), and one of North America’s Roman Catholic … Continue reading →

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Digging into DNA: Biology Professor Wins $780K NSF Award for Genetics Research

Posted on January 24, 2017 by Evangelia Stefanakos

Geoffrey Findlay, assistant professor of biology at the College of the Holy Cross, has been awarded a National Science Foundation (NSF) CAREER award for the amount of $780,902 through 2021. The award is given through the Faculty Early Career Development … Continue reading →

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Latin American Artists Showcase Contemporary Work at Holy Cross’ Cantor Art Gallery

Posted on January 23, 2017 by College of the Holy Cross

The Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Art Gallery at the College of the Holy Cross will present the work of ten Latin American artists in the exhibition “Last Frontier: The Subjectivity of Territory” from Wednesday, January 25 through Friday, April … Continue reading →

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Sō Percussion Explores Gun Violence Through Multigenre Performance

Posted on January 23, 2017 by Jessica Kennedy

On Thursday, Feb. 9, Sō Percussion, a leading American percussion ensemble renowned for its incisive interpretations of modern repertoire and large-scale original works, will perform its latest work “A Gun Show” at the College of the Holy Cross. The performance … Continue reading →

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English Professor to Premiere Off-Broadway Production

Posted on January 20, 2017 by Bridget Campolettano

How do people respond to an encounter with the unfamiliar? This is the idea that Leila Philip, professor of English, explores on stage with “Cardiff,” which premieres on January 25 at The Duplex in New York City. “Cardiff” is based … Continue reading →

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Political Perspective: Holy Cross Faculty Discuss Washington, D.C. March and Obama’s Presidency

Posted on January 19, 2017 by Jessica Kennedy

On the eve of the transfer of presidential power, Selina Gallo-Cruz, assistant professor of sociology, discusses the motivation behind Saturday’s March in Washington. And professors of political science Daniel Klinghard and Donald Brand reflect on the impact of Barack Obama’s presidency … Continue reading →

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