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“A Force For Respect and Equality”: Ogretta McNeil Honored Posthumously For Her Impact on Worcester Public Schools

Posted on December 6, 2023 by College of the Holy Cross

Over a decade ago, when Worcester resident Sarai Rivera was considering a run for a city council seat, she turned to one person: Ogretta McNeil, Holy Cross associate professor emerita of psychology and, at the time, a member of the … Continue reading →

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Cancer Survivor Fights For Children’s Greater Access to Treatment

Posted on November 24, 2023 by Megan Bard

When it comes to improving access to care for childhood cancer patients, Benjamin Lepper ’25 uses his inner strength pulled from personal experience to advocate for change. This fall, Lepper joined advocates from the New England region of The Leukemia … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross’ New Superpower

Posted on September 19, 2023 by Michael Bonner

Beyond Marvel and DC, faculty are using the College’s Dr. Mark D. Nevins ’86 Collection for the Study of Comics and Graphic Novels as a centerpiece to teaching. Learn more in our graphic novel, below.

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For Five Worcester Students, The Future Is 3.5 Miles Away

Posted on September 1, 2023 by Michael Bonner

Holy Cross surrounded Shakira Suazo Valdez. Four of her classmates at North High School in Worcester — including her best friend — received acceptance notifications in March. Three of her teachers proudly wore purple as alumni.

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The Class of 2027 Hits The Hill

Posted on August 28, 2023 by College of the Holy Cross

On Aug. 26, members of the Class of 2027 were welcomed to their home for the next four years by Holy Cross leadership, staff, students and alumni, first at their actual move-in and, later, at the annual Mass of the … Continue reading →

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More Expensive or Unavailable: How Wild Weather Will Affect Your Favorite Foods

Posted on August 23, 2023 by Megan Bard

Already a precarious endeavor, farming in an age of wild weather fluctuations has become more challenging, and growers and consumers will need to make adjustments to navigate the nation’s food system in the months and years ahead, according to experts. … Continue reading →

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Barbie: A Force For Good?

Posted on August 15, 2023 by Megan Bard

Since its unveiling in 1959, the Barbie doll’s evolution has been shifted and shaped by cultural expectations, societal movements, corporate idealism and children’s imaginations. The smash hit “Barbie” movie, released in July, is the latest reimagining of the doll and … 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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How to Stay Artistically Motivated in a World Full of Distractions

Posted on July 26, 2023 by Megan Bard

Alex Raper ’25 dove straight into her Weiss Summer Research with a complex self-portrait. The sketch, which included a serpent wrapped around the top of her head, was one she described as mentally heavy and frustrating. Within a week, she … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross and Worcester Polytechnic Institute To Develop Dual Degree Programs

Posted on June 28, 2023 by College of the Holy Cross

Two of Worcester’s oldest institutions of higher education have announced a new partnership to strengthen collaboration and provide new pathways for students. Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) President Grace Wang and Holy Cross President Vincent D. Rougeau signed a memorandum of … Continue reading →

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How Trees Increase Equity Across Worcester Neighborhoods

Posted on June 27, 2023 by Megan Bard

As a young teacher in the South Bronx, Nicholas Geron focused on engaging his high school students not only in their courses, but also in their environment. At a time when New York City was investing in its Million Trees … Continue reading →

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College Partners with Worcester Public Schools to Introduce Classics to Young Students

Posted on June 13, 2023 by Megan Bard

Holy Cross students brought ancient Greek civilization to a Worcester middle school spring semester, in an effort to introduce young students to the field of classics.

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How a New Holy Cross Course Is Tackling the ‘Leaky Pipeline’ of Women in STEM

Posted on June 1, 2023 by Meredith Fidrocki

College of the Holy Cross Science in Community students are on a mission to change the future makeup of the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields.

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Holy Cross Celebrates 762 Graduates in its 177th Commencement Exercises

Posted on May 26, 2023 by Megan Bard

The College of the Holy Cross graduated 762 members of its class of 2023 on May 26 at the DCU Center in Worcester. Thousands of family and friends, Holy Cross faculty, administrators, staff and guests gathered as the College conferred … Continue reading →

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U.S. Senator Peter Welch ‘69 to Deliver 2023 Holy Cross Commencement Address

Posted on March 23, 2023 by College of the Holy Cross

U.S. Sen. Peter Welch ’69, D-Vt., will address this year’s graduates during the Holy Cross commencement ceremonies on Friday, May 26, at 10:30 a.m. at the DCU Center in Worcester. This year’s commencement marks the College’s 177th graduating class. A … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Releases ‘Aspire,’ Its Strategic Plan for the Next Decade

Posted on February 1, 2023 by College of the Holy Cross

The College of the Holy Cross on Feb. 1 released its strategic plan, Aspire: Our Strategic Vision for a Hope-Filled Future, which prioritizes areas for work and growth over the next five to 10 years.

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Holy Cross Names Elliott Visconsi ’95 Provost and Dean of the College

Posted on January 24, 2023 by College of the Holy Cross

The College of the Holy Cross has named Elliott Visconsi, an academic leader and class of 1995 alumnus, as its new provost and dean of the College, following an extensive national search in partnership with Isaacson, Miller.  Starting on July … Continue reading →

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‘A Complicated Narrative’: Faculty-Student Research on Crusades to Debut at Cantor 

Posted on January 11, 2023 by Michael Bonner

History once written by conquerors is being retold through research and fact via the work of Amanda Luyster, assistant professor of visual arts at the College of the Holy Cross, her students and an upcoming exhibition at the College’s Iris … Continue reading →

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College of the Holy Cross Launches Site to Celebrate 50th Anniversary of Coeducation

Posted on January 11, 2023 by College of the Holy Cross

The College of the Holy Cross has launched a new website to serve as the central repository for information, events, news, resources and more surrounding the College’s two-year celebration of the 50th anniversary of coeducation on Mount St. James.

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Holy Cross 2022: The Year in Review

Posted on December 21, 2022 by College of the Holy Cross

$110 Million Prior Performing Arts Center Opens Members of the campus and local communities toured the new Prior Performing Arts Center during a Community Day held on Sept. 24. It provided visitors with their first look inside the new $110 … Continue reading →

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