Category Archives: Academics

290 Students Spend Spring Break Doing Service Projects

Hundreds of Holy Cross students are forgoing the beach and opting for an “alternative” spring break by spending their vacation doing service work, learning how to start a business, and gaining a better understanding of themselves and others. Here are … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross to Lead Discussion on Ethics of Drone Warfare

The College of the Holy Cross will hold a panel discussion on the ethics of drone warfare titled “U.S. Use of Drones: Moral, Legal, Effective?” on Wednesday, March 13 at 7 p.m. in the Rehm Library, Smith Hall, at the … Continue reading →

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Video: Highlights From the $25M Gift Announcement at Holy Cross

The overflow crowd of students, faculty and staff who gathered in Rehm Library for a special announcement on Feb. 13 didn’t have a clue what to expect. So when Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., president, announced that an alumnus was … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Senior Earns Award for Project on Tunisian Revolution and Music

Lucia Westin, a member of the class of 2013 at the College of the Holy Cross, expanded her already vast knowledge of music this past summer after traveling to Tunisia, the smallest country in North Africa, through the College’s Andrew … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross’ Science and Math Alumnae: Where Are They Today?

As part of Holy Cross’ celebration of 40 years of coeducation, posters depicting women graduates from the natural sciences and math departments are currently on display in the Integrated Science Complex. “We thought that the selection of alumnae from the … Continue reading →

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Alumnus Donates $25 Million to Holy Cross to Enhance the Arts

Cornelius B. Prior, Jr., a 1956 graduate of the College of the Holy Cross and chair of the board of the telecommunications services company Atlantic Tele-Network, Inc., headquartered in Beverly, Mass., is donating $25 million to the College. The gift, … Continue reading →

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21 Artworks by Holy Cross Students on Display in Consortium Exhibition

Two Holy Cross students received honorable mentions for their artwork at the ninth annual Colleges of Worcester Consortium Student Art Exhibition. Katie Candee ’14, a physics major from Madison, Conn., was recognized for her sculpture “Structure in Shambles,” and Alexander … Continue reading →

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Media Worldwide Turn to Holy Cross Faculty for Comment on the Pope’s Resignation

On Monday, Feb. 11, Pope Benedict XVI made headlines by announcing his resignation due to health concerns, and he will step down from his position at the end of the month. The first pope to take such action in nearly … Continue reading →

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‘Threads of tradition and change at Holy Cross’ Cantor Gallery’

The MetroWest Daily News has nothing but praise for the latest exhibit in the Cantor art Gallery at the College of the Holy Cross, “Transnational Ikat: An Asian Textile on the Move.” The exhibit, which is on display through March … Continue reading →

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Blog: DeLeo ’14 to Explore Environmental Issues in Australia

NAME Francis DeLeo ’14 HOMETOWN Fairfield, Conn. AREAS OF STUDY Psychology major with environmental studies concentration, College Honors Program WHERE HE’S STUDYING School for Field Studies in Yungaburra, Australia WHY HE CHOSE AUSTRALIA “In my opinion, deforestation is one of … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Chapel Artist Concert Dedicated to Memory of Highly Acclaimed Organist

Nationally renowned organist Judith Hancock will perform as part of the College of the Holy Cross’ Chapel Artist Series on Sunday, Feb. 24 at 3 p.m. in St. Joseph Memorial Chapel. The concert will be dedicated to Hancock’s late husband, … Continue reading →

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Noted Author and Essayist Anne Fadiman to Deliver Commencement Address at Holy Cross

Anne Fadiman, acclaimed author, essayist, and teacher, will receive an honorary degree from the College of the Holy Cross and address this year’s graduates during the College’s Commencement ceremonies on Friday, May 24 at 10:30 a.m. on the campus. Fadiman … Continue reading →

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Cotrone ’13 Earns Competitive Beinecke Scholarship

David Cotrone ’13, from Plymouth, Mass., is one of only 20 college students nationwide selected to receive a 2012 Beinecke scholarship. Each scholar receives $4,000 immediately prior to entering graduate school and an additional $30,000 while attending graduate school. “I … Continue reading →

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How I Developed a Sports and Wellness Program in Russia

A little more than a year ago, I came up with an idea for a project called Playing for Peace. I am proud to say that after 12 exciting, stressful and challenging months my project came to fruition and I … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Students to Examine College Admissions at Public Policy Symposium

On Jan. 26, more than two dozen Holy Cross students will explore college admissions policies as part of the seventh annual Presidential Scholars Public Policy Symposium on campus. The annual symposium provides an intellectually challenging forum for Presidential Scholars to … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross to Host Business Ethics Symposium

The College of the Holy Cross will host an Ethics in Business Symposium on Thursday, Jan. 24 from 6 – 7 p.m. in the Hogan Campus Center, Jenks Suites B and C, which will engage participants in key ethical issues … Continue reading →

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Cantor Art Gallery to Display Southeast Asian Textile Exhibit

The Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Art Gallery at the College of the Holy Cross will feature an exhibition of Southeast Asian textiles titled “Transnational Ikat: An Asian Textile on the Move” from Jan. 24 – March 1, 2013. The … Continue reading →

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Second Annual Campus Wide Multifaith Prayer to Celebrate Faith Traditions at Holy Cross

When students return to campus in January, the chaplains’ office will hold the College’s second annual Campus Wide Multifaith Prayer to celebrate the rich faith traditions that are represented at Holy Cross. Students, faculty and staff are invited to gather … Continue reading →

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Blog: Irish American Riley ’14 Sets Off to Ireland for Spring Semester

NAME Katie Riley ’14 HOMETOWN Alameda, Calif. AREAS OF STUDY Political science and Spanish double major WHERE SHE’S STUDYING Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland WHY SHE CHOSE IRELAND “I fell in love with Dublin and Trinity College during a family … Continue reading →

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Two Holy Cross Seniors Awarded Science Scholarships

Emma Colbert and Stephanie Craig, both members of the College of the Holy Cross class of 2013, are the recipients of Clare Booth Luce Scholarships, which are awarded to two women majoring in the physical sciences and who are entering … Continue reading →

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