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Category Archives: Academics
Holy Cross Again a Top Producer of Fulbright Scholars
The College of the Holy Cross, once again, ranks as one of the premier institutions in the country when it comes to producing Fulbright students.
Will the End of the MLB Lockout Change the Future of Baseball? Holy Cross Sports Economist Weighs In
On the heels of the news that Major League Baseball has reached a five-year agreement with its players — ending the second-longest labor disruption in the organization’s history — questions now arise on whether or not the new collective bargaining … Continue reading
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Two Years Into the Pandemic, We’re Suffering From “Narrative Fatigue,” Says Holy Cross Psychology Professor
By all accounts, the pandemic has been exhausting to live through for the past two years, with some experts attributing this to the fact that it has defied our natural impulse to turn reality into a coherent story. Mark Freeman, … Continue reading
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Cantor Art Gallery to Exhibit Works by Contemporary Photographers Rethinking Their Medium From the Collection of Mark D. Nevins ‘86
The Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Art Gallery will present the work of 22 contemporary photographers who are exploring the medium and technologies of photography in a diversity of ways in the exhibition “In Process: Contemporary Photographers Rethinking Their Medium … Continue reading
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The Perception War in Russia Is Key to the Outcome of the Ukraine Invasion, Says Professor and Russia Expert
With all eyes on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, particular attention is falling on the generational struggle breaking out across Russia, as younger generations are turning to social media to express their shock and shame at the war. In a recent … Continue reading
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WATCH: Holy Cross Faculty Experts Discuss Russia’s Attack on Ukraine
As the world watches and reacts to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, a panel of Holy Cross professors and Russia experts discussed why it happened and where it leaves us now. After opening remarks, the panelists answered questions from the Holy Cross … Continue reading
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ArtsWorcester Showcases Holy Cross Talent in 18th Annual College Competition
Holy Cross is well represented at the 18th annual ArtsWorcester College Show, with Crusaders Shea O’Scannlain ’22 and Mariam Soas ’22 named as two of the four prize winners. The students’ artwork is being exhibited in person at ArtsWorcester from … Continue reading
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Media Turns to Holy Cross Economics Professor for Expertise on the Financial Impact of the Olympic Games
During the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing, Holy Cross professor of economics Victor Matheson has been a sought-after expert on the financial costs and benefits of hosting the Olympic Games, providing expert commentary in outlets including NPR, the Los Angeles … Continue reading
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Ann Marie Leshkowich Appointed Interim Provost
President Vincent Rougeau announced this week that Ann Marie Leshkowich, the College’s dean of faculty and a professor of anthropology, will assume the role of interim provost, effective July 1. Leshkowich will fill this position as the College conducts a … Continue reading
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How Does a Saint Become a ‘Doctor of the Church’ and Why Is That Title Important Today? Holy Cross Religious Studies Professor Explains
Did you know that there are more than 10,000 saints recognized by the Roman Catholic Church, but only a few dozen have been named a “doctor of the church?” In an article for The Conversation, Joanne Pierce, professor of religious studies at Holy … Continue reading
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From Holy Cross to America’s Freedom Church: How Rev. Dr. John Vaughn ’82’s Path Led to the Spiritual Home of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Ask Rev. Dr. John Vaughn ’82 and he’ll tell you himself: “I do not fit the stereotype of when people think of the traditional Black pastor.” From his youth, when he worshipped at the First Baptist Church of Worcester, Rev. … Continue reading
Posted in Alumni, Featured, French and Francophone Studies, Holy Cross Magazine, News, Winter 2022
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ESPN Interviews Holy Cross Economics Professor About Dilemma Facing Chinese-endorsed NBA Stars
In recent years, high-profile NBA players have been praised for using their voices for social change, but now 17 current players are being scrutinized for their lucrative endorsement deals with Chinese companies accused of using forced labor, in region where … Continue reading
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Russian Media Blames the U.S. for Escalating Ukraine Crisis, Says Holy Cross History Professor and Russia Expert
Many column inches around the world have been devoted to the growing tensions between Ukraine and Russia, but what is the Russian media’s narrative on President Vladimir Putin’s potential call to invade Ukraine? According to Cynthia Hooper, associate professor of … Continue reading
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How St. Ignatius Is Still Offering Hope 500 Years After His Conversion
Five hundred years ago, Ignatius of Loyola was lying in bed at his childhood home, his leg shattered by a cannonball, wondering what comes next. A lower nobleman, the future saint had been preoccupied with court dalliances, vanity and glory; … Continue reading
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Holy Cross Alumna Creates Fast-Growing Company With One Goal: To Go Out of Business
Quinn Fitzgerald ’11 says she has always been interested in the concepts of de-escalation and conflict resolution. She was the first Holy Cross student to create a major in peace and conflict studies and in 2020 — despite the pandemic … Continue reading
Posted in Alumni, Holy Cross Magazine, News, Peace and Conflict Studies, Winter 2022
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Are Triathlon Races a Revenue Boost or a Financial Sinkhole for the Host City? Holy Cross Sports Economist Shares Insight
Putting on a triathlon race is undoubtedly expensive, whether it’s a small local sprint or a major world championship event, which often translates to high entry fees for racers. But what does that mean to the host city in terms … Continue reading
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Holy Cross’ Carrie Peck and Elizabeth Wambui ‘09 Named ‘Women to Watch in 2022’ by Worcester Magazine
Worcester Magazine recently named two Holy Cross community members as “Women to Watch” in 2022. Holy Cross COVID Response Director Carrie Peck and alumna Elizabeth Wambui ’09, who is currently the director of diversity, inclusion and community impact at Fontaine … Continue reading
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Holy Cross Religious Studies Professor Honored With 2021 Excellence in Mentoring Award
Tat-siong Benny Liew, the Class of 1956 Professor in New Testament Studies and professor of religious studies at the College of the Holy Cross, was honored with the 2021 Excellence in Mentoring Award from the Forum for Theological Exploration. Each … Continue reading
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Holy Cross Visual Arts Professor Receives Fred B. Kniffen Book Award
Amy D. Finstein, assistant professor of architectural history in the visual arts department at Holy Cross, was recently honored with the 2021 Fred B. Kniffen Book Award for her new book, “Modern Mobility Aloft: Elevated Highways, Architecture, and Urban Change … Continue reading
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Holy Cross Music Professor Honored as 2021 Hometown Hero by Worcester Magazine
Worcester Magazine has recently named Megan Ross ’11, visiting assistant professor of music at Holy Cross, a 2021 Hometown Hero for her role as executive director of the Worcester chapter of the Hip Hop Congress, a national nonprofit that works … Continue reading
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