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Category Archives: In The News
Holy Cross Judaic Studies Professor Explains Debate on Controversial Holocaust-Era Pope
Declaring that the church “isn’t afraid of history,” Pope Francis recently announced that the Vatican would open its archives on World War II-era Pope Pius XII, who has been criticized of staying silent on the Holocaust. In an article for … Continue reading
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Holy Cross History Professor Is Leading Voice Nationally on Irish-American History
In this time of divisive rhetoric about recent immigrants and terrorism, Ed O’Donnell, associate professor of history at Holy Cross, says that we can learn a lot from the discarded stereotypes of the past. In a Washington Post commentary, Professor … Continue reading
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Holy Cross Creates Database of Diverse Sources for Media
When they need an expert economist, scientist, policy analyst or academic to explain a complex issue to the general public, NPR journalists overwhelmingly turn to white men, according to a recent internal NPR study examining the diversity of its … Continue reading
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Pulitzer-Winning Author Edward P. Jones ’72 Inducted Into the American Academy of Arts and Letters
Acclaimed author and Holy Cross alumnus Edward P. Jones ’72 has been inducted into the American Academy of Arts and Letters, the highest recognition of artistic merit in the United States. Jones ’72 is one of 11 individuals from the … Continue reading
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The New York Times Features Holy Cross Women’s Hockey Program During First Season of Elite Hockey East
The Holy Cross women’s ice hockey team didn’t know what to expect as it took to the ice for the first time this year, back in September. This season was unlike any others, with the Crusaders being new members of … Continue reading
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Could Spiking Income Inequality Cause the Next Recession? Holy Cross Economics Professor Explains
Theories are abounding when it comes to predicting the timing and possible triggers for a future recession, but according to Robert Baumann, professor of economics at Holy Cross, one thing’s for sure — if we believe it, it will happen. … Continue reading
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Holy Cross Is Once Again a Top Producer of Fulbright Students in the U.S.
The College of the Holy Cross is once again among the colleges producing the highest number of Fulbright students, according to The Chronicle of Higher Education, which published its annual “Top Producers of Fulbright U.S. Scholars and Students” for the … Continue reading
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What Does It Mean to Be Defrocked in the Catholic Church? Holy Cross Professor Explains
In a historic move, Pope Francis “defrocked” Theodore E. McCarrick, a former cardinal and archbishop of Washington, after the church found him guilty of sexual abuse. McCarrick, who was once one of the most powerful Catholic officials in the U.S., … Continue reading
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Holy Cross History Professor Talks to NBC News About the Gilded Age and Today’s Populism
The debate over increasing taxes on the wealthy has dominated the early days of the 2020 presidential race, with some Democrats proposing tax hikes as high as 77 percent. This populist movement, thought to be in response to the rise … Continue reading
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Holy Cross Professor’s Cultural Anthropology Research Highlighted in Australian Science Magazine
Recent studies analyzing the role played by race in influencing response to cosmetic surgery have yielded controversial results, notably that the race, of both patients and observers, appears to impact the perceived attractiveness of rhinoplasty patients. Alvaro Jarrin, assistant professor … Continue reading
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Holy Cross Professor Examines the Controversy Surrounding the ‘Great Commission’
A recent survey has shown that the majority of churchgoing Christians in the U.S. are not familiar with the term the “Great Commission,” though the concept underpins Christian missionary work across the world. In an article for The Conversation, Mathew … Continue reading
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Tony Award-Winning Director Bartlett Sher ’81 Named ‘Hottest Director on Broadway Right Now’ by CBS News
Bartlett Sher ’81 has come a long way since his college days on Mount Saint James. And Sher ’81, an English major who wrote and produced his first full-length play at Holy Cross, credits the liberal arts education he received … Continue reading
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Money Magazine Ranks Holy Cross No. 3 Best Liberal Arts College for Your Money
The College of the Holy Cross ranks No. 3 on Money Magazine’s list of “10 Best Liberal Arts Colleges for Your Money” for 2019. According to Money Magazine, a subsidiary of TIME Inc., the list was compiled to help prospective … Continue reading
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Holy Cross Lauded for Its Employee Wellness Initiatives
Holy Cross was featured in a Worcester Magazine article as part of its Health & Wellness issue for the College’s focus on promoting a healthy workplace. The magazine highlighted both the College’s wellness program, in collaboration with Fallon Health, and … Continue reading
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Holy Cross Ranks Eighth in the U.S. for Alumni Giving
College of the Holy Cross has been ranked eighth in the nation for its alumni participation in giving, according to a recent report from U.S. News & World Report, based on the data roughly 1,100 universities submitted to the media … Continue reading
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Holy Cross Economics Professor Is Sought-After Expert on Sports Gambling
With the recent announcement that Governor Charlie Baker is proposing the legalization of sports gambling in Massachusetts, media looking for expert opinion on the issue are turning to Holy Cross professor of economics Victor Matheson. In an interview with the … Continue reading
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2018 at Holy Cross: A Year in Highlights
As 2018 comes to a close, we look back at the major accomplishments and milestones that made up the past year at Holy Cross.
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Holy Cross Professor Shares Advice on Supporting Those Grieving Opioid Epidemic Victims
As part of her research on grief in the American opioid epidemic, Emily B. Campbell, visiting lecturer of sociology, spoke to grieving mothers who lost children to opioid addiction. In a piece written for The Conversation, she shared some advice … Continue reading
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Holy Cross Religious Studies Professor Is Sought-After Expert on New Religious Movements
With the American popular culture fascination for “cults” increasing throughout the past few decades, Holy Cross associate professor of religious studies Mathew Schmalz has been a sought-after expert on new religious movements, providing expert commentary in outlets ranging from The … Continue reading
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Holy Cross Earns High Marks for Dining Services
Holy Cross gives you more than a top-notch, rigorous education. Students at the College enjoy gourmet food, as well. In a recent article, the Worcester Telegram & Gazette commended Holy Cross Dining for challenging the college food stereotype and focusing … Continue reading
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