Category Archives: Political Science

One Government Shutdown Averted, But is There Another Ahead?

Posted on October 23, 2023 by Megan Bard

While the government shutdown did not materialize as feared on Sept. 30, it does not mean the U.S. is in the clear due to intense political polarization. “At the end of the day, the decision on these spending bills is … Continue reading →

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Do Democrats Communicate Differently Than Republicans?

Posted on August 3, 2023 by Megan Bard

Despite the majority of federal legislation receiving bipartisan support, how members of Congress communicate the details to constituents is divided by party lines, said SoRelle Wyckoff Gaynor, assistant professor of political science. “Unfortunately, there is a lack of objective information … Continue reading →

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Class of 2023 Spotlight: Nicholas Lazzaro

Posted on May 9, 2023 by College of the Holy Cross

Name: Nicholas Lazzaro   Hometown: Millbury, Massachusetts Major: Political Science  Activities: HC Launch, Holy Cross College Democrats

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How the Addition of Women’s Studies Impacted Holy Cross

Posted on March 24, 2023 by Megan Bard

When she arrived at Holy Cross in 1989, Jennifer Moore Kickham ’93 described herself as a naïve young woman who lacked self-confidence and was unsure of her future.

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34 Holy Cross Students Inducted Into Jesuit Honor Society

Posted on November 28, 2022 by College of the Holy Cross

  In October, 34 members of the College of the Holy Cross class of 2023 were inducted into Alpha Sigma Nu, the Jesuit honor society.  Selection is one of the highest honors that can be earned on a Jesuit campus. … Continue reading →

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Russian Journalist Dmitry Muratov to Holy Cross Students: Anti-War Movement Is ‘In Your Hands’

Posted on October 7, 2022 by Michael Bonner

Standing behind a podium in St. Joseph Memorial Chapel at the College of the Holy Cross, Dmitry Muratov relayed stories that invoked historic household names, like former president of Soviet Union Mikhail Gorbachev and political titans such as Ronald Reagan.

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Holy Cross’ Nick Lazzaro ‘23 Makes ’40 Under Forty’ List

Posted on August 23, 2022 by Holy Cross in the News

Nick Lazzaro ‘23, a political science major, was recently named to Worcester Business Journal’s 2022 “40 Under Forty” list. The list, which is published annually, recognizes “outstanding young leaders who are shaking up the Central Mass business community. These business … Continue reading →

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From Obama to Trump: Holy Cross Student Examines Political Polarization on Twitter

Posted on August 15, 2022 by Michael Bonner

David Pritchard ’23 is a political science and psychology major at the College of the Holy Cross. As part of this year’s Charles S. Weiss Summer Research Program, the Longmeadow, Massachusetts, native is turning to social media to examine whether … Continue reading →

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Student Summer Research Project Connects Current Supreme Court Decision to Those 100+ Years Old

Posted on August 8, 2022 by Michael Bonner

Catherine Yackira ’24 completed her sophomore year at the College of the Holy Cross and planned to use this summer to research U.S. Supreme Court decisions from more than a century ago. The cases, ranging from 1897 to 1937, focus … Continue reading →

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Class of 2022 Student Spotlight: Dennis Liu

Posted on May 26, 2022 by Megan Bard

Name: Dennis Liu Hometown: Yarmouth, Mass. Major: Political Science major, double minor in Asian Studies and Rhetoric and Composition Campus Activities: Goodtime Marching Band; Jazz Ensemble; College Orchestra; Residence Life and Housing; Writer’s Workshop; O’Callahan Science Library

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Class of 2022 Student Spotlight: Matt Cedeno

Posted on May 23, 2022 by Megan Bard

Name: Matt Cedeno Hometown: Delray Beach, Fla. Major: Political Science Campus Activities: Men of Color Athletes (MOCA) Co-President; Black Student Union, former treasurer; Admissions Tour Guide; Varsity Athlete, football; Big Brother for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Mass & … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross’ Nick Lazzaro ’23 Combines Entrepreneurship, College’s Values to Make an Impact in His Hometown

Posted on May 19, 2022 by Megan Bard

Nicholas Lazzaro ’23 grew up in a family that emphasized the importance of education and viewed lifelong learning as the enlightenment of the soul. This background has guided Lazzaro through nearly every phase of his academic journey. 

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Four Holy Cross Faculty Members Promoted to Associate Professor with Tenure

Posted on May 17, 2022 by Michael Bonner

From implementing video game technology to better understand neurophysiology to deciphering a mischievous smile from Machiavelli, Holy Cross faculty continue to advance research in their respective fields. Learn more about the four recently promoted faculty members to associate professor with … Continue reading →

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Inside the Lifelong Impact of Holy Cross’ Unique Washington Semester Program

Posted on April 22, 2022 by Holy Cross Magazine

“In Mexican culture, storytelling is a value we hold very dearly,” explains Jaime Perez ’23, an Arizona native and child of Mexican immigrants, who spent fall 2021 in the nation’s capital as a member of the College’s highly competitive Washington … Continue reading →

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Jon Favreau ’03 Credits Holy Cross’ Washington Semester Program for Helping Shape His Political Career

Posted on April 19, 2022 by Michael Bonner

Jon Favreau ’03, Hon. ’14 remembers his job interview with Barack Obama as one of “the easiest” in his career. Favreau said he and the future 44th president of the United States, then recently elected to the U.S. Senate, immediately connected … Continue reading →

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WATCH: Holy Cross Faculty Experts Discuss Russia’s Attack on Ukraine

Posted on March 1, 2022 by College of the Holy Cross

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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Holy Cross’ Carrie Peck and Elizabeth Wambui ‘09 Named ‘Women to Watch in 2022’ by Worcester Magazine

Posted on January 12, 2022 by Holy Cross in the News

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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30 Holy Cross Students Inducted Into Jesuit Honor Society

Posted on November 2, 2021 by College of the Holy Cross

Thirty Holy Cross students were inducted into Alpha Sigma Nu, the Jesuit honor society founded in 1915, at a ceremony held on Sunday, Oct. 24th in the Rehm Library. The new inductees exemplify the society’s values of excellence in scholarship, … Continue reading →

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Student-Generated Urban Studies Minor Debuts at Holy Cross

Posted on September 23, 2021 by Maura Sullivan Hill

Maggie Hartnett ’23 knew she enjoyed the architecture classes she took during her first year at Holy Cross, but wasn’t quite sure she wanted to be an architect. Then, when the COVID-19 pandemic hit, she took note of the changes … Continue reading →

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Fr. Tim O’Brien ’06 Named Incoming Director of Mission Initiatives

Posted on July 19, 2021 by Holy Cross Magazine

For Rev. Timothy (“Tim”) O’Brien, S.J., ’06, frequent zip code changes have become the norm as part of his Jesuit vocation and scholarly pursuits. But his most recent move — one that brings him back to Mount St. James to … Continue reading →

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