Category Archives: Academics

‘Brian Williams, Herodotus, and eyewitness reporting’

Posted on February 23, 2015 by Holy Cross in the News

In a recent opinion piece for The Conversation, Timothy A. Joseph, associate professor of classics at the College of the Holy Cross, compares the reporting tactics and misrepresented experiences of “NBC Nightly News” anchor Brian Williams’ to those of ancient … Continue reading →

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‘Worcester Symphonic Project puts young musicians in spotlight’

Posted on February 21, 2015 by Holy Cross in the News

The Worcester Symphonic Project will perform its third annual symphony on Feb. 22 at 3 p.m. in Mechanics Hall in Worcester. The orchestra, including 80 musicians ranging in age from 10 to 65 and from diverse backgrounds, will perform all … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross to Usher in the Sweet Sounds of Spring with its Latest Concert Series

Posted on February 19, 2015 by Kelly Ethier

The music department at the College of the Holy Cross will present the following musical series throughout the spring 2015 semester. All Holy Cross events are free and open to the public. For additional information, please contact the music department … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross to Host Tari Aceh! Music and Dance from Northern Sumatra

Posted on February 18, 2015 by Kelly Ethier

Arts Transcending Borders (ATB) at the College of the Holy Cross will present “Tari Aceh!” (“Dance Aceh!”), a performance of music and dance from Northern Sumatra. The Massachusetts premiere event will be held on Sunday, Feb. 22, at 3 p.m. … Continue reading →

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‘Opinion: Should Muslims really apologize for terror attacks?’

Posted on February 12, 2015 by Holy Cross in the News

In a recent op-ed for CNN, Caner K. Dagli, associate professor of religious studies at the College of the Holy Cross, writes about whether or not Muslims should condemn terrorist acts. In connection with the recent Paris killings, Dagli writes: … Continue reading →

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‘The best U.S. colleges for a major in English’

Posted on February 12, 2015 by Holy Cross in the News

USA Today College reports that the College of the Holy Cross ranks ninth in the top ten places to get an English degree in the U.S. The list, generated from College Factual, is a ranking of colleges based on their … Continue reading →

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‘In Milestone, Pope Francis Will Address Congress This Fall’

Posted on February 10, 2015 by Holy Cross in the News

Mathew N. Schmalz, associate professor of religious studies at the College of the Holy Cross,and a papal expert recently spoke with the Associated Press about the Pope addressing Congress during his visit to the U.S. in September. The story ran … Continue reading →

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Film Based on Leah Hager Cohen’s Novel ‘Grief of Others’ to Premiere at SXSW Festival

Posted on February 5, 2015 by Cristal Steuer

Leah Hager Cohen, Distinguished Writer in Residence at the College of the Holy Cross, will soon be able to see the pages of her award-winning novel come to life on the big screen. Based on her critically-acclaimed novel “The Grief … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Students Share Research at Largest Mathematics Meeting in the World

Posted on February 5, 2015 by Jacqueline Smith ’15

Six seniors presented posters of their work at the Joint Mathematics Meeting (JMM), the largest mathematics meeting in the world, in San Antonio on Jan. 10-13. The meeting was co-hosted by the Mathematical Association of America (MAA) and the American … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Launches Groundbreaking Web Resource for Exploring Catholic Practice Around the World

Posted on February 4, 2015 by Cristal Steuer

The College of the Holy Cross has launched an ambitious online global initiative called Catholics & Cultures (www.catholicsandcultures.org). The encyclopedic web resource—free to all users—is managed by and housed in the Rev. Michael C. McFarland, S.J. Center for Religion, Ethics … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Events Build Jewish-Christian Connections

Posted on January 28, 2015 by Danielle Kane

Upcoming programs at the College of the Holy Cross will trace the history of encounters between Jews and the Jesuit order of Catholics, divulge the secret relationship between Mussolini and Pope Pius XI, reprise a critically-acclaimed performance of contemporary Israeli … Continue reading →

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Galician Bagpiper Cristina Pato Headlines Arts Transcending Borders’ Spring Program

Posted on January 26, 2015 by Kelly Ethier

The Arts Transcending Borders (ATB) program at the College of the Holy Cross will offer a bountiful arrangement of programs and performances this spring. From unique art installations— to cultural music and dance— there is something for everybody to enjoy … Continue reading →

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Postponed: Holy Cross to Host Panel on Urban Education and Accountability

Posted on January 26, 2015 by Cristal Steuer

Due to inclement weather, the Urban Education Panel tonight at 6 p.m. on campus will be postponed. We will be in touch with a new date and time once it is available. The College of the Holy Cross will … Continue reading →

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Matheson Weighs Pros and Cons of Boston as 2024 Olympic Bid

Posted on January 23, 2015 by Jacqueline Smith ’15

Massachusetts is buzzing with excitement over the announcement made last week by the U.S. Olympic Committee that made Boston its city of choice for the 2024 Summer Games. However, the bid doesn’t come without trepidation. Victor Matheson, professor of economics … Continue reading →

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Alternate College Theatre Presents Musical Comedy ‘The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee’

Posted on January 23, 2015 by Jacqueline Smith ’15

The Alternate College Theatre (ACT) at the College of the Holy Cross will present “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,” directed by Julia McCarthy ’15, in Fenwick Theatre, located on the second floor of O’Kane Hall. The performances will … Continue reading →

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‘Local band releases first EP’

Posted on January 23, 2015 by Holy Cross in the News

A recent article published by Seacoastonline.com highlights the release “Mason Jar of Home,” an album released by the musical group Black Agnes and produced by front man, Michael Dunbar ’15, student at the College of the Holy Cross. The album, … Continue reading →

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Blog: Holland ’16 Hopes to Improve Her Spanish During Study Abroad Experience in Argentina

Posted on January 22, 2015 by Jessica McCaughey

NAME Tiffany Holland ’16 HOMETOWN Austin, Texas AREAS OF STUDY Premed psychology major WHERE SHE’S STUDYING Universidad del Salvador, Buenos Aires, Argentina WHY SHE CHOSE ARGENTINA “I chose to study in Argentina to improve my Spanish and learn more about … Continue reading →

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Cantor Art Gallery to Exhibit Artwork by Faculty in the Visual Arts Department at Holy Cross

Posted on January 20, 2015 by Kelly Ethier

The Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Art Gallery at the College of the Holy Cross will exhibit artwork created by full and part time faculty members of the visual arts department from Jan.21 – April 10, 2015. An opening reception … Continue reading →

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Diller Scofidio + Renfro Selected to Design New Performing Arts Center at Holy Cross

Posted on January 15, 2015 by Ellen Ryder

The College of the Holy Cross announced today that its new performing arts center, funded in part by a record-setting gift from alumnus Cornelius B. Prior, will be designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro, an internationally acclaimed design firm known … Continue reading →

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‘Holy Cross class ditches the syllabus in favor of ‘experimenting’’

Posted on January 8, 2015 by Holy Cross in the News

The education issue of Worcester Magazine featured an article on a new class at the College of the Holy Cross titled CreateLab. This unique class structure is an experiment in what happens when the professor flips the traditional script by … Continue reading →

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