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The Catholic Church Has Long History of Environmental Stewardship, Says Holy Cross Religious Studies Professor

Posted on October 8, 2021 by Holy Cross in the News

Faith leaders representing the world’s major religions were hosted by the Vatican this week to call for strong action to protect the environment ahead of the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference. In an article for The Conversation, Joanne Pierce, professor … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Celebrates Worcester Partnerships at Community Partner Appreciation Reception

Posted on October 8, 2021 by College of the Holy Cross

On Wednesday, Oct. 6, College of the Holy Cross hosted its annual Community Partner Appreciation Reception at Polar Park, an event to celebrate the many partnerships the College shares with local organizations in the City of Worcester. The reception was … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Faculty Premiere New Documentary “Pakachoag: Where the River Bends”

Posted on October 7, 2021 by Holy Cross in the News

On Tuesday, Sept. 28, a group of Holy Cross faculty members, along with environmental historian Colin Novick, executive director of the Greater Worcester Land Trust, premiered their new documentary “Pakachoag: Where the River Bends” at the Pakachoag Church in Auburn, … Continue reading →

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The Kid LAROI headlines Holy Cross Fall Concert 2021

Posted on October 6, 2021 by College of the Holy Cross

On Friday, October 1, Holy Cross hosted The Kid LAROI and DJ Real P for the fall concert on campus at Freshman Field. This event was made possible thanks to Holy Cross students who reached a 96% vaccination rate this … Continue reading →

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At Holy Cross, First-Generation College Students Find Support and Community

Posted on October 6, 2021 by Meredith Fidrocki

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Holy Cross Psychology Professor Receives 2021 Joseph B. Gittler Award From the American Psychological Foundation

Posted on September 30, 2021 by College of the Holy Cross

Mark Freeman, Holy Cross Distinguished Professor of Ethics and Society and professor of psychology, has received the Joseph B. Gittler Award from the American Psychological Foundation for his scholarly and transformative contributions to the philosophical foundations of psychological knowledge. “I … Continue reading →

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Renowned Composer and Music Professor Osvaldo Golijov Nominated for 2021 Latin Grammy

Posted on September 30, 2021 by Holy Cross in the News

Argentinean-born composer and Loyola Professor of Music Osvaldo Golijov was recently nominated for the 2021 Latin Grammy Awards in the “Best Classical Contemporary Composition” for his recent work “Falling Out of Time.” A much-anticipated release from Golijov, the “Falling Out … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Spanish Professor Receives Fellowship From National Humanities Center

Posted on September 24, 2021 by College of the Holy Cross

Juan Ramos, associate professor of Spanish at Holy Cross, has been awarded the M.H. Abrams Fellowship at the National Humanities Center for the 2021-22 academic year. Ramos is one of 36 fellows—chosen from a pool of 638 applicants from a … 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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Holy Cross Students, Alumnus Receive Distinguished Scholarships

Posted on September 23, 2021 by College of the Holy Cross

Once again this year, College of the Holy Cross students—and an alumnus—have earned coveted scholarships from prestigious organizations, including the Knight-Hennessy Scholar Program and the Fulbright Program. These honors speak to the boundless curiosity of Holy Cross students, the impact … Continue reading →

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Misguided Drug Policies Worsening Overdose Epidemic, Says Sociology Professor

Posted on September 17, 2021 by Holy Cross in the News

The United States is at a pivotal moment in its fight against drug overdose, with over 93,000 Americans having lost their lives to fatal drug overdose last year alone, making 2020 the worst year on record. In an article for … Continue reading →

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Why Do Tiny Animals Like Spiders and Ticks Have Such a Powerful Bite? A Holy Cross Biology Professor Explains

Posted on September 17, 2021 by Holy Cross in the News

Why do tiny animals like spiders and ticks have such a powerful bite? Turns out it’s heavy metals! According to a recent study, elements such as zinc and copper mix with natural proteins to make durable stingers, claws and jaws … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Magazine Launches Podcast

Posted on September 10, 2021 by College of the Holy Cross

Holy Cross Magazine has branched out into a new platform: the Holy Cross Magazine Podcast.

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English Professor Points to 18th-Century Poetry for Sage Wellness Advice During the Pandemic

Posted on September 2, 2021 by Holy Cross in the News

In the age of COVID-19, some readers are turning to age-old texts for wellness advice. One of these relevant texts is “The Art of Preserving Health,” a poem by the Scottish poet-physician John Armstrong published in 1744, a year after … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Begins Fall Semester with Hope and Resilience

Posted on August 31, 2021 by College of the Holy Cross

The last weekend of August on The Hill saw not just one, but two move-in days. First-year students of the Class of 2025 moved in on Saturday, and on Sunday, the Class of 2024 took part in their long-awaited move-in … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Anthropology Professor Selected as 2021-2022 Harvard Radcliffe Fellow

Posted on August 27, 2021 by College of the Holy Cross

Alvaro Jarrín, associate professor of anthropology at the College of the Holy Cross, has been named a 2021–2022 fellow at the Harvard University’s Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study. The fellowship, founded in 1999, is a year-long program designed to foster … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Names Charles Millard ’22 as the 2021-22 Fenwick Scholar

Posted on August 20, 2021 by College of the Holy Cross

As a student biologist, it could be easy to get lost in lab work and computer modeling, but this year’s Fenwick Scholar, Charles Millard ’22, is focused on the big picture — he knows that science is only part of … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Ranks Among Top Five Percent of U.S. Colleges, According to Niche

Posted on August 20, 2021 by Holy Cross in the News

The College of the Holy Cross has been recognized as one of the top colleges in the nation by Niche in the review website’s “2022 Best Colleges” rankings, receiving an overall grade of A+. Holy Cross was also recognized as … Continue reading →

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Designing Museum Exhibits for Children – Holy Cross Student Summer Series

Posted on August 19, 2021 by College of the Holy Cross

This summer, Florencia Anggoro, associate professor of psychology, and her summer research students are collaborating with the Ecotarium to create a new exhibit that helps children to understand the day-night cycle. Watch the video to learn more about their process. This profile … Continue reading →

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Cantor Art Gallery at Holy Cross to Exhibit Works by Artist and Civil Rights Activist Elizabeth Catlett

Posted on August 17, 2021 by College of the Holy Cross

The Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Art Gallery at the College of the Holy Cross will present an exhibition of artwork by the acclaimed African American artist Elizabeth Catlett during the fall semester. “The Art of Elizabeth Catlett from the … Continue reading →

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