Category Archives: Political Science

Holy Cross Senior and ‘Ex-Cancer Patient Helps Youths at Sunrise Hospital From Afar’

Posted on August 1, 2017 by Holy Cross in the News

From thousands of miles away at Holy Cross, Michael Spada ’18 continues to give back to his Southern Nevada community, particularly Sunrise Hospital where he overcame a form of non-Hodgkin lymphoma in 2010. Spada, who understands first-hand what hospitalized children … Continue reading →

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Innovative Ensemble Combines Traditional Instruments with Electronic Music

Posted on July 14, 2017 by Holy Cross Magazine

Sitting with perfect posture in Brooks Concert Hall, Marena Ella Minelli ’17 lifted a violin to her chin and began to play, releasing beautiful streams of music with her bow. Moments later, she placed the string instrument on a chair, … Continue reading →

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Why Your Gift Matters

Posted on June 13, 2017 by College of the Holy Cross

Each year, thanks to the extraordinary generosity of the Holy Cross community, the College is able to provide opportunities for students to discover their talents and prepare for the future. As the College nears the end of its fiscal year, … Continue reading →

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Reunion Turns Romantic for Happy Couples

Posted on June 8, 2017 by Rebecca Fater

They said yes! As if reunion wasn’t already enough of a party, two romantics seized the chance to pop the question last weekend. After eight years of dating – four of which were on The Hill – Harry Chiu ’12 … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Alumnus and Coach CEO Helps Popular Brand Think ‘Outside the Bag’

Posted on May 30, 2017 by Holy Cross in the News

About three years ago, the popular handbag brand Coach saw its sales plummeting. Now, according to an article by Fortune, the company is making a remarkable recovery under CEO and College of the Holy Cross alumnus Victor Luis ’88. “Since … Continue reading →

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Professor and Political Science Expert Talks Trump, Comey, and Impeachment

Posted on May 24, 2017 by College of the Holy Cross

The College of the Holy Cross’ Donald Brand, professor of political science, recently penned two op-eds for Fortune, exploring President Trump’s firing of FBI director James Comey and the ins-and-outs of presidential impeachment. The day it was posted, Brand’s impeachment … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross to Host 2017 JUHAN Conference

Posted on May 18, 2017 by Rebecca Fater

Community partners and students committed to social justice will participate in the 2017 Jesuit Universities Humanitarian Action Network (JUHAN) Conference, scheduled for June 27-29, at the College of the Holy Cross. The biennial conference, titled “Principles in Crisis: Refugees and … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Produces Fourteen Fulbright Scholars

Posted on May 3, 2017 by College of the Holy Cross

Thirteen members of the Class of 2017 and one member of the Class of 2016 have been awarded Fulbright grants to teach and conduct research around the world during the 2017-18 academic year. Since 2005, Holy Cross students have received … Continue reading →

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Revisionist: Che Anderson ’11 Leads the Way for Urban Renaissance

Posted on April 28, 2017 by Holy Cross Magazine

When Che Anderson was growing up in the projects of New York City, his mother ran a tight but loving ship. Her two boys were not allowed to watch TV until their homework was done, not allowed outside after dark … Continue reading →

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Professor and Political Expert Discusses Recent White House Log Privatization

Posted on April 27, 2017 by Holy Cross in the News

In his latest op-ed for Fortune, Donald Brand, professor of political science at the College of the Holy Cross, argues that president Trump’s recent decision to make the White House logs private is a “serious political miscalculation.” Brand considers the … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Academic Conference 2017 to Showcase Student Work

Posted on April 21, 2017 by Evangelia Stefanakos

As the academic year nears its end, more than 350 students will present the results of their independent work in the performing and visual arts, social sciences, humanities, and natural sciences at the 2017 Academic Conference, taking place across campus … Continue reading →

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Curiosity in Cuba

Posted on April 20, 2017 by College of the Holy Cross

When Tyler Ambrose ’17 enrolled at Holy Cross as a first-year student, he was torn between interests in economics, political science, music and Spanish. While he ultimately chose to major in political science, he found an opportunity to embrace all … Continue reading →

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Student to Address 700+ Attendees at Worcester Women’s Leadership Conference

Posted on April 7, 2017 by Michelle Jin '17

If presenting a final project to a classroom of 20 peers is anxiety-inducing for some college students, speaking to a room of more than 700 business professionals about your entrepreneurial passion is a whole new level of pressure. Mary Kate … Continue reading →

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No Major? No Problem: First-Year Students Learn It’s Never Too Early to Explore Business

Posted on March 15, 2017 by Evangelia Stefanakos

“Major in anything and succeed in business.” That’s the motto of the Ciocca Office of Entrepreneurial Studies (COES) Professional Program and Prebusiness Program, which connects Holy Cross’ liberal arts education to the marketplace. But what about first-year students who have … Continue reading →

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Blog: Caron ’20 Eager to Share Experiences During Semester in Washington, D.C.

Posted on February 27, 2017 by Jessica McCaughey

NAME Spencer Caron ’20 HOMETOWN Belchertown, Mass. AREAS OF STUDY Philosophy major WHY HE CHOSE HOLY CROSS “I chose Holy Cross because it offered everything that I was looking for. The small size, proximity to Boston, strong alumni network and dedication … 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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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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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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Political Science Course Offers Behind-the-Scenes Look into the Presidential Selection Process

Posted on January 9, 2017 by Holy Cross Magazine

There’s no better time to teach about the federal election process than during an election year. Donald Brand, professor of political science, seized the opportunity and led students through a semester-long, real-time study of the presidential campaign, where they explored … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Young Alumus Named Worcester Magazine’s ‘Person of the Year’

Posted on January 4, 2017 by Holy Cross in the News

Worcester Magazine has named Che Anderson ’11, project manager for the city of Worcester, as its “Person of the Year.” Anderson, who has immersed himself in Worcester since his days as a Holy Cross student in 2007, and who is … Continue reading →

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