Category Archives: Father Boroughs

Holy Cross Alumnus Steven Stack Inaugurated as President of the American Medical Association

Steven J. Stack, a member of the College of the Holy Cross class of 1994, and an emergency physician residing in Lexington, Ky., became the 170th president of the American Medical Association (AMA) in June 2015. Board-certified in emergency medicine, … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Announces Plans to Construct Contemplative Center

During a blessing and ceremonial groundbreaking, Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., president of the College of the Holy Cross announced plans for constructing a new facility on a 52-acre site atop a hill overlooking the Wachusett Reservoir in the town … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Partners with Basketball Hall of Fame to Sponsor Bob Cousy Award

The College of the Holy Cross has partnered with the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame to sponsor the Bob Cousy Point Guard of the Year Award. Named for Hall of Famer and former Boston Celtic and Holy Cross guard … Continue reading →

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‘Exploring an Institution’s Roots: Board Members Walk in a Saint’s Footsteps’

In the January/February issue of Trusteeship Magazine, Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., president of the College of the Holy Cross, reflects on the pilgrimage he led with a group of 28 past and present board members, their spouses, and senior … Continue reading →

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

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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Vice President for Mission Named at Holy Cross

Rev. William R. Campbell, S.J. ’87 has been named vice president for mission at the College of the Holy Cross.  The announcement was made today by Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., president of the College. “We are delighted to welcome … Continue reading →

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‘Remembering The Jesuits Whose Murders Brought An End To Salvadoran Civil War’

WBUR, Boston’s NPR news station, reported from San Salvador, El Salvador, during the commemoration of six Jesuit priests murdered by the Salvadoran army 25 years ago in the country. The Jesuits were killed in response to their firm defense of … Continue reading →

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Photo Gallery: Distinguished Alumni Visit Holy Cross and Students Get Front Row Access

Five Holy Cross alumni who have distinguished themselves professionally and in the service of justice recently returned to campus to talk about their work — and students got a front row seat to the action. Each year, in recognition of … Continue reading →

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Blog: Holy Cross President Reflects on Ignatian Pilgrimage

WHAT Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., president of the College of the Holy Cross, will lead a pilgrimage to visit sites in Spain and Rome that are significant in the life of St. Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the … Continue reading →

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Students Hold 17th Annual Holy Cross Cares Day

270 students, faculty, and staff from the College of the Holy Cross, including Rev. Philip Boroughs, S.J., president of the College, participated in the 17th annual Holy Cross Cares Day on Saturday, March 29.  Service activities by the volunteers included … Continue reading →

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Chaplains’ Office to Host Third Annual Multifaith Community Prayer Service

On the afternoon that spring semester classes begin, the chaplain’s office will host its third annual Multifaith Community Prayer to celebrate the rich faith traditions represented at Holy Cross.  Students, faculty, and staff are invited to gather and participate on … Continue reading →

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Video, Photo Gallery: Nathan Pine Named Athletic Director at Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – Nathan Pine, currently deputy athletic director at the University of Maryland, will become the next athletic director at the College of the Holy Cross. The announcement was made today by Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., the College’s president, … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Receives Distinction as Tree Campus USA

The College of the Holy Cross, through partnership with the National Arbor Day Foundation, the Department of Conservation and Recreation, and the Worcester Tree Initiative, was officially certified as a “Tree Campus USA” on Tuesday, Oct. 22 at a ceremony … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Partners With City of Worcester and Futures League to Bring Baseball Back to Worcester

  At a press conference on the campus of the College of the Holy Cross overlooking Fitton Baseball Field, Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., president of Holy Cross, and Michael V. O’Brien, Worcester’s city manager, announced a new partnership with … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Awarded $600,000 Mellon Grant to Enhance Arts Curriculum

The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation has awarded the College of the Holy Cross a grant of $600,000 for a new initiative at the College designed to “re-center” the fine and performing arts in students’ academic lives and create new opportunities … Continue reading →

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Accomplished Members of the Class of 2017 Arrive on Campus Aug. 24

The Class of 2017 will arrive at the College of the Holy Cross on Aug. 24 for move-in day with strong academic credentials. Of the 7,115 applicants, 33 percent (or 2,344) were accepted. About 87 percent of students graduated in … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Magazine Takes You Behind the Scenes of its Latest Cover Story on the City of Worcester

For decades Holy Cross students and alumni have embraced the city of Worcester and all it has to offer. “Worcester has been Holy Cross’ hometown since 1843,” says Holy Cross Magazine (HCM) editor Suzanne Morrissey. “In our summer issue, we … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Earns International Recognition for Media Relations Campaign on ‘Fraternity’

The College of the Holy Cross was recently honored by the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) with a 2013 Circle of Excellence Award in the media relations category for a campaign related to “The Holy Cross Fraternity.” … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Dining’s Inauguration Dinner Wins Top Industry Award

Holy Cross Dining has received top honors in this year’s national Loyal E. Horton Dining Awards contest, receiving a Gold Prize for the inauguration dinner they created in honor of the College’s 32nd president, Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., this … Continue reading →

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Baseball Sweeps Bucknell In Patriot League Semifinals, 9-6 & 3-0

Holy Cross senior outfielder Patrick Puentes, of East Greenbush, N.Y., went 5-for-8 with three runs scored and four RBIs to help lead the Crusaders to a series sweep of Bucknell in the semifinal round of the Patriot League Baseball Tournament … Continue reading →

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