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Chemistry Professor Awarded Prestigious NIH Grant for Protein Research

Kenneth Mills, professor of chemistry at College of the Holy Cross, was recently awarded a three-year $361,417 grant from the National Institutes of Health to continue his research on the protein splicing of organisms — called extremophiles — that live … Continue reading →

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Professor and Russia Expert Calls Talk of Trump Impeachment ‘the Gift That Keeps on Giving’ for Russian Media

What is Russian media’s narrative on the impeachment investigation of President Donald Trump? Apparently, the commentary in many ways “echoes the language of U.S. coverage,” according to Cynthia Hooper, associate professor of history and director of Russian and Eastern European Studies at Holy Cross. … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Hosts Prestigious Association of Literary Scholars, Critics, and Writers Conference

The 24th Annual Conference of the Association of Literary Scholars, Critics, and Writers (ALSCW) was held at the College of the Holy Cross from October 3-6, 2019. Hosted by Lee Oser, professor of English, the three-day event featured 17 seminars; … Continue reading →

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Home Sweet Campus: A Peek Inside Residence Life at Holy Cross

Ninety percent of Holy Cross students live in one of 11 residence halls on campus — but how do they make those spaces feel like home? The answer is both literal and emotional. The Holy Cross housing experience starts as … Continue reading →

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Classics Professor Tim Joseph Draws Classics Connections in HBO’s Hit Show ‘Succession’

Considering the expression, “Those who do not know their history are doomed to repeat it,” how much of our reality can be explained through history and how much is decided by current circumstances? In an analysis written for New York … Continue reading →

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What Is the Fastest Growing Big Sport in the Last Decade? Holy Cross Sports Economist Weighs In

Although today’s sports audiences are bigger than ever, reports show that revenue growth has slowed down pretty much everywhere in the world. So now that the stakes are higher than ever, what can professional sports leagues do to compete for … Continue reading →

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Delaney Wells ’20 Has a Global Dedication to Disability Rights

In her junior year, Delaney Wells ’20 interned in the Disability Rights section of the Department of Justice during the Washington Semester Program. There, the religious studies major with a concentration in peace and conflict studies learned about a group … Continue reading →

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Meet the Study Abroad Bloggers for the 2019-2020 Academic Year

In 2018, College of the Holy Cross ranked  No. 2 among baccalaureate colleges in the United States for long-term study abroad participation by the Institute of International Education. It’s not the first time the College has been on the list; … Continue reading →

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Living the Mission: Five Alumni Recognized for Service, Justice and Impact

It’s one thing to embrace the College of the Holy Cross mission statement — it’s another to embody it in everything you do. Once every year, the College honors five alumni who have made significant impact in their fields and … Continue reading →

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Religious Studies Professor Reflects on the History of the Cross in Christianity

The cross as a symbol of Christianity has a complex and controversial history, originating even before the death of Christ. We are reminded of that rich history on September 14 each year, as Catholics and other Christians celebrate the Feast … Continue reading →

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Eight Holy Cross Faculty Members Promoted to Rank of Professor

They’ve spent years teaching at College of the Holy Cross and advancing research in their respective fields. Now, eight faculty members have been promoted to the rank of full professor. Learn more about their scholarship, their time at Holy Cross … Continue reading →

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Former NASA Astronaut Dr. Scott Parazynski to Present 54th Annual Hanify-Howland Memorial Lecture

Former NASA astronaut Dr. Scott Parazynski, veteran of five space shuttle missions and seven spacewalks, will deliver the 54th annual Hanify-Howland Memorial Lecture this October.  Dr. Scott Parazynski is a highly decorated physician, astronaut and tech CEO, and was recently … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Reduces Carbon Emissions By Nearly Half

Twelve years ago, Holy Cross set an ambitious goal: to be completely carbon neutral by 2040. Thanks to a comprehensive set of initiatives and policy changes, the College is nearly halfway there. According to the latest data, Holy Cross reduced … Continue reading →

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Photos: Holy Cross Celebrates Construction Milestone of the Joanne Chouinard-Luth Recreation and Wellness Center

College of the Holy Cross students, faculty, staff and alumni have left their mark — physically — on the new Joanne Chouinard-Luth Recreation and Wellness Center. Members of the Holy Cross community gathered at the site of the new building … Continue reading →

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The Associated Press Highlights Holy Cross Sociology Professor’s Research in Ethical Consumerism

Want to be a more socially responsible and ethical consumer, but not sure where to start? The Associated Press asked Ellis Jones, assistant professor of sociology at Holy Cross and author of “The Better World Shopping Guide,” for his best … Continue reading →

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When the World Is Your Classroom: Holy Cross Sociologist Talks About the Emerging Trend of Worldschooling

Jennie Germann Molz, professor in the sociology and anthropology department at the College of the Holy Cross, recently spoke to Business Destinations about the emerging trend of “worldschooling,” an issue she’s been researching extensively for an upcoming book. “Even by … Continue reading →

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Photo Gallery, Video: Class of 2023 Welcomed to Holy Cross Community

It was a beautiful, sunny morning as the newly minted Class of 2023 received a hearty welcome to their home for the next four years. Hailing from 36 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico and seven countries, the bright-eyed students were … Continue reading →

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Leading the Way: Holy Cross Alumni Work to Support Students in New York and Beyond

Ask any Holy Cross graduate what’s so great about the school, and one of the answers is universally heard: the alumni network is extensive and immensely supportive. One such group of alumni, the Holy Cross Leadership Council of New York … Continue reading →

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Blog: Shorter ’21 Excited to Immerse Herself in Culture, Community During Year Abroad in Peru

Name: Sarah Shorter ‘21 Hometown: Lexington, Massachusetts Areas of study: Anthropology major with a concentration in Latin America, Latinx, and Caribbean studies Studying abroad at: Pontificia Universidad Catòlica del Perú in Lima, Peru Duration: Full academic year Why Peru? “I knew that … Continue reading →

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Blog: Li ’21 Excited to Explore Ancient World During Semester Abroad in Rome

Name: Hui Li ’21 Hometown: Boston, Massachusetts Areas of study: Classics and psychology double major Studying abroad at: Temple University in Rome, Italy Duration: Fall 2019 Why Italy? “I’ve been fascinated by the ancient Mediterranean since I took my first … Continue reading →

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