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Photo Gallery: Behind the Scenes of Movie Theater Renovation

Posted on October 2, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

Related Information: Holy Cross Unveils New State-of-the-Art Seelos Theater

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Holy Cross Theatre Department Presents Shakespeare’s Pericles, Prince of Tyre

Posted on October 1, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – The department of theatre at the College of the Holy Cross presents the Shakespearean romance of Pericles, Prince of Tyre. Directed by Edward Isser, professor of theatre, this seldom-performed play will be presented on Nov. 6-8 and … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross to Host Annual NEACAC College Fair

Posted on October 1, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – The College of the Holy Cross will host the New England Association of College Admissions Counselors (NEACAC) College Fair on Sunday, Oct. 19, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The fair, which is free and open to … Continue reading →

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Slow Food Gala at Holy Cross to Benefit Regional Environmental Council Community

Posted on October 1, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – The Regional Environmental Council (REC), in partnership with the College of the Holy Cross, will hold a Slow Food Gala fundraiser on Friday, Oct. 10, from 6 – 10 p.m. in the Hogan Campus Center on the … Continue reading →

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Six Ways to Spend Your Fall Days

Posted on October 1, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

The leaves have begun to change. The air is crisp. What could make fall in New England more delightful? An array of events that are as colorful as the foliage. 1. Learn some fancy footwork. The Hibernian Cultural Center and Fiddlers’ … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross in the News (July – September 2008)

Posted on September 30, 2008 by Kristine Maloney

Telegram & Gazette September 29, 2008 “On the job” Leon Claessens, assistant professor of biology at the College of the Holy Cross, is the focus of this week’s “On the job” in the Telegram & Gazette. Inside Higher Ed September … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Junior Named Patriot League Goalkeeper of the Week

Posted on September 30, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – Junior goalkeeper Thomas Booth  (Patchogue, N.Y.) has been named the BRINE Patriot League Goalkeeper of the Week in men’s soccer for competition from September 22-28. In the opening week of Patriot League play, Booth earned his fourth … Continue reading →

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U.S. Representative McGovern to Join Panel on Globalization at Holy Cross

Posted on September 29, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – The College of the Holy Cross will host a panel on globalization on Friday, Oct. 17 at 3:30 p.m. in the Seelos Theater. Panelists include U.S. Rep. James P. McGovern, D-Worcester, Xiangming Chen, dean and director of … Continue reading →

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Pulitzer Prize-winning Novelist to Give Reading as Part of Holy Cross Visiting Writers Series

Posted on September 29, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist Edward P. Jones ’72 will give a reading on Thursday, Oct. 9 at 8 p.m. in the Seelos Theater at the College of the Holy Cross. The lecture is part of the College’s Visiting … Continue reading →

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Visiting International Jesuit to Talk about Christian Dialogue with Judaism and Islam

Posted on September 24, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – Rev. Paolo Gamberini, S.J., International Visiting Jesuit Fellow in the religious studies department, will give a talk titled “Christology at the Crossroad: in Dialogue with Judaism and Islam,” on Tuesday, Sept. 30 at 4 p.m. in Rehm … Continue reading →

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Freshman Midfielder Named Patriot League Rookie of the Week

Posted on September 24, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – Holy Cross freshman midfielder Katherine Donnelly, from Londonderry, N.H., has been named the Brine Patriot League Rookie of the Week in women’s soccer, for games played from Sept. 15-21. Donnelly scored three goals as the Crusaders split … Continue reading →

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A Tale of Two Cities

Posted on September 24, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

Juniors James Mina and Catherine O’Connor chose to attend Holy Cross partly because of its strong Study Abroad program, which sponsors yearlong programs in locations across the world. “I’ve wanted to take part in Holy Cross’ Study Abroad Program ever … Continue reading →

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5 Things You Don’t Know About Holy Cross

Posted on September 24, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

From ammunition in the Chapel to a deeply rooted Boston College-Holy Cross football feud, Holy Cross’ character is predicated on its rich historical tradition dating back to its founding in 1843. Rev. Anthony J. Kuzniewski, S.J., author of Thy Honored … Continue reading →

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Massachusetts Secretary of Education to Give Talk at Holy Cross

Posted on September 23, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – Paul Reville, recently appointed secretary of education for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, will give a lecture on Monday, Sept. 29, at 5 p.m. in the Rehm Library at the College of the Holy Cross. The talk, titled … Continue reading →

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Educating the Whole Person

Posted on September 23, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

Brian Regan ’10 says that talking about his Jesuit education is easier said than done because it is difficult to step back and objectively critique something that is “so intertwined” with every aspect of his life. Nevertheless, that’s exactly what … Continue reading →

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Ready for Something New

Posted on September 23, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

Brandi Ramos ’12 chose to attend Holy Cross because it was close enough to her hometown, the campus was small, and everyone she came across was welcoming. The last two reasons are especially important. Ramos says she got lost several … Continue reading →

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The Right Decision

Posted on September 23, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

Even before visiting, Melissa Browne ’12 knew she was going to attend Holy Cross because of its stellar classics department. But she was absolutely smitten the second she set foot on the campus. “As soon as I saw just how … Continue reading →

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Jesuit Education Lasts a Lifetime

Posted on September 22, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

Three years following her graduation, Mary Beth Ryan ’05 still finds herself influenced by Holy Cross. During her time on the Hill, Ryan came to understand the spiritual element behind Jesuit education: learning about the purpose and meaning of life. … Continue reading →

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Race to the Finish

Posted on September 22, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

Following the success of last year’s Jesuit Amazing Race, in which about 50 students participated in a scavenger hunt inspired by the popular TV show “The Amazing Race,” organizers are again sponsoring the event as part of this year’s Jesuit … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Aims to Break Records in the Fight Against Cancer

Posted on September 19, 2008 by College of the Holy Cross

WORCESTER, Mass. – Students, faculty, and staff from the College of the Holy Cross will join thousands of people from Central Massachusetts on Sun., Sept. 28 for the 10th annual Walk to Cure Cancer, a day of celebration, remembrance, and … Continue reading →

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