Category Archives: News

Holy Cross Ambassador

Last year, prospective students eagerly read Colleen Curran’s first-year blog. Some students even contacted her on Facebook to learn more about Holy Cross. As a second-year student, and a loyal following, Curran has enthusiastically agreed to continue blogging — a … Continue reading →

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Getting Schooled

The Holy Cross Admissions staff has an admission to make: they want you to better understand the college application process. That’s why they’re blogging again this year about how Holy Cross selects next year’s freshman class. In their blog entries, … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Among National Leaders in Graduation Success Rate

Eighteen of Holy Cross’ athletic teams have achieved a perfect 100 percent graduation rate, according to the Graduation Success Rate Report, which has been released by the NCAA. The data used to calculate the graduation success rate is from the … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross November and December 2008 Concert Series

WORCESTER, Mass. – The music department at the College of the Holy Cross will present the following musical performances on campus during November and December 2008. All events are free and open to the public. For additional information, please contact … Continue reading →

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Children from College Hill Community Invited for Annual Crusader Halloween Party at Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – Calling all superheroes, princesses, goblins and witches: children (age 12 and under) from the College Hill community, as well as children of faculty and staff at Holy Cross, are invited to participate in the annual College Halloween … Continue reading →

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Arctic Adventure

Matthew Ruppel ’09 had such an incredible summer that he says it’s difficult to articulate his “amazing experiences and stories.” In July, Ruppel, from Sleepy Hollow, N.Y., conducted research in the Siberian Arctic as part of the Polaris Project. Many … Continue reading →

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Picture Perfect

No two days on Mount St. James are alike. Of course, neither the beautifully landscaped grounds nor familiar mix of traditional and modern architecture change from one day to the next. But every minute of the day there’s something new … Continue reading →

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Nuts and Bolts of Starting a Business

This summer, Ryan Wiik ’09 observed first-hand that there is a lot to learn about starting a business. An economics and political science double major from San Diego, Wiik is interested in one day starting his own business. Over the … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross to Honor Four All-Time Basketball Greats at Halftime Ceremony

WORCESTER, Mass. – Holy Cross athletic director Richard M. Regan, Jr., announced today that four all-time Crusader basketball greats will be honored at halftime of the November 16 men’s basketball game between Holy Cross and St. Joseph’s. George Kaftan ’49, … Continue reading →

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Eleven Recent Holy Cross Grads Serving as Jesuit Volunteers

Nine members of the Class of 2008 and two members of the Class of 2007 are currently serving in locations around the globe as Jesuit Volunteers. The 11 alumni have dedicated themselves to a year or more of living and working … Continue reading →

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A Green Push

Seniors Sarah Bolthrunis and Meghan Tighe recall that only two years ago they were among just eight members of Eco-Action, a Holy Cross student organization dedicated to the promotion of environmental awareness through education and local action. As a result … Continue reading →

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Leading U.S. Scholar of Comparative Democratization to Speak at Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – Larry Diamond, a leading U.S. scholar of democratization who worked in Iraq in 2004, will give a lecture titled “Prospects for Democracy in Iraq and the Middle East,” on Thursday, Oct. 16 at 4 p.m. in the … Continue reading →

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Community Service is a Passion for First-Year Student

When Iris Sanxhaku ’12 emigrated from Albania to the United States in 1996, she spoke little English. In May 2007, she graduated as one of the highest achievers of her class of more than 300 at South High School in … Continue reading →

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President and CEO of Greater Media, Inc. to Speak at Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – Peter Smyth ’75, president and CEO of Greater Media, Inc., will give a dinner talk titled “From Holy Cross to Greater Media: More than Just a Business,” on Wednesday, Oct. 15 from 6 – 8 p.m. in … Continue reading →

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College Mourns Fr. Robert Manning, Former Holy Cross Professor and Chaplain

WORCESTER, Mass. – Rev. Robert E. Manning, S. J., president emeritus of Weston Jesuit School of Theology and former provincial of the Society of Jesus, New England Province, died Monday, October 6 after a long struggle with cancer. Born June … Continue reading →

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Popular Indian Singer to Perform at Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – Shubha Mudgal, one of the finest classical singers of today, will perform with her ensemble of five musicians on Sunday, Oct. 19 at 8 p.m. in Brooks Concert Hall at the College of the Holy Cross. There … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Gets Out the Vote

Voter registration deadlines across the country are quickly approaching, and Holy Cross is pushing hard to encourage students to exercise their right to vote. A voter registration table staffed with trained student volunteers set up in the high-traffic area of … Continue reading →

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Professor to Give Talk about Famous Chinese Actor Imprisoned During the Cultural Revolution

WORCESTER, Mass. – Claire Conceison, assistant professor of drama and dance at Tufts University, will give a lecture titled “Revolution, Reform and Faith in the Life of Chinese Actor Ying Ruocheng,” on Tuesday, Oct. 7 at 7:30 p.m. in the … Continue reading →

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Worth a Smile

The pouring rain on Sept. 27 didn’t prevent students at Holy Cross from stepping up for a good cause. More than 45 students participated in “Miles for Smiles,” a 2.25-mile uphill run around campus, raising $500 in entry fees and … Continue reading →

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Distinguished Teaching Award Presented at Holy Cross’ Annual Fall Convocation

WORCESTER, Mass. – Noel D. Cary, associate professor of history and member of the Holy Cross community since 1989, received the College’s 2008 Distinguished Teaching Award at the annual Fall Faculty Convocation and Awards Ceremony. The Holy Cross Distinguished Teaching … Continue reading →

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