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Video: Two-Time Heisman Candidate Gordie Lockbaum ’88 Featured by ESPN in ‘30 for 30 Short’

Posted on December 9, 2016 by Evangelia Stefanakos

Gordie Lockbaum ’88, two-time Heisman Trophy candidate and Holy Cross Hall of Famer, was recently the subject of an ESPN 30 for 30 Short titled “The Throwback.” The documentary looks back at Lockbaum’s impressive career as a college football player … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Visual Arts Professor Comments on Role of Stained Glass in Sacred and Secular Spaces

Posted on December 9, 2016 by Holy Cross in the News

Virginia Raguin, Distinguished Professor of Humanities and professor of visual arts in the visual arts department at the College of the Holy Cross, offers her expert commentary in an Associated Press article discussing the value of stained glass in both … Continue reading →

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Kalif Raymond ’16 Promoted to Broncos Active Roster

Posted on December 8, 2016 by Holy Cross in the News

Former Holy Cross wide receiver Kalif Raymond ’16, an economics major from Lawrenceville, GA, has been promoted to the Denver Broncos active roster. In the wake of placing fullback Andy Janovich on injured reserve, Head Coach Gary Kubiak announced the … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Balinese Gamelan Gita Sari Orchestra to Present Popular Concert

Posted on December 8, 2016 by Kelsey Littlefield '17

The Holy Cross departments of music and theatre will present the famed Balinese gamelan orchestra, Gamelan Gita Sari, on Friday, Dec. 9 at 8 p.m. in Brooks Concert Hall. This semi-annual concert will feature student performers and guest artists and … Continue reading →

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Administrators to Serve Midnight Breakfast to Students During Finals Week

Posted on December 8, 2016 by Kelsey Littlefield '17

As the fall semester draws to a close with finals fast approaching, the College of the Holy Cross is offering students a chance to take a break from late-night study sessions and refuel at midnight breakfast. Administrators at the College … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross President Joins College, University Leaders in Signing Letters in Support of Undocumented Students

Posted on December 7, 2016 by College of the Holy Cross

Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., president of the College of the Holy Cross, joins other college and university presidents across the country in showing support for undocumented students and the retention of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. … Continue reading →

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Photos: Students Showcase Their Study Abroad Experiences in Sixth Annual Photo Contest

Posted on December 6, 2016 by Evangelia Stefanakos

The sixth annual study abroad photo contest gave returning study abroad students the opportunity to share scenes from their rich experiences with the campus community through photography. Photos were submitted showcasing scenes from all over the world — from the … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Ranks First in Long-Term Study Abroad Participation

Posted on December 6, 2016 by Holy Cross in the News

The College of the Holy Cross has been ranked No. 1 among baccalaureate institutions in the United States for long-term study abroad programs, according to a recent report released by the Institute of International Education. Long-term study abroad programs are … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Senior Awarded Prestigious Marshall Scholarship

Posted on December 5, 2016 by Kelsey Littlefield '17

College of the Holy Cross student Victoria Mousley ’17, a psychology and deaf studies double major also completing a concentration in gender, sexuality, and women’s studies, has been selected as a 2017 Marshall Scholar. The prestigious Marshall Scholarship finances graduate … Continue reading →

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Video: Holy Cross Community Recognizes Importance of Diversity During Unity Week

Posted on December 2, 2016 by Holy Cross in the News

On “Worcester News Tonight,” broadcasted on Charter Channel 3, several student leaders at the College of the Holy Cross provided insight on the importance of the College’s 16th annual Unity Week, a week-long celebration that explored the importance of diversity … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Election Experts Provide Insight Post-Election

Posted on December 2, 2016 by Holy Cross in the News

While the 2016 presidential election has come to a close, College of the Holy Cross faculty and students continue to talk politics with the press. Donald Brand, professor of political science, continues to publish op-eds for multinational business magazine, Fortune. … Continue reading →

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Video: Holy Cross Students are ‘More Engaged’

Posted on November 30, 2016 by College of the Holy Cross

Holy Cross enriches every dimension of the student experience — from renowned, engaged faculty to hands-on learning opportunities — both on our beautiful campus and across the globe. From creating natural world laboratories to collaborative research with faculty members, Holy … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Alumni Dedicate a Year of Service with the Jesuit Volunteer Corps

Posted on November 28, 2016 by Kelsey Littlefield '17

Fifteen recent graduates from the College of the Holy Cross have dedicated themselves to a year of service with the Jesuit Volunteer Corps (JVC) and the Jesuit Volunteer Corps Northwest. Over the course of the year, the volunteers will serve … Continue reading →

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Lt. John Vincent Power ’37 Memorial Statue Rededicated and Restored

Posted on November 28, 2016 by Holy Cross in the News

In honor of Veteran’s Day, the city of Worcester rededicated and restored the John Vincent Power Memorial—a bronze statue in honor of the late Lt. John Vincent Power—to its original bronze finish, according to a recent Telegram & Gazette article. … Continue reading →

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Members of the Holy Cross Community Reflect on the Jubilee Year of Mercy

Posted on November 23, 2016 by Evangelia Stefanakos

The Jubilee Year of Mercy, initiated by Pope Francis, began on Dec. 8, 2015 and lasts through Nov. 20, 2016. According to the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), a jubilee year has roots in Jewish tradition, when a jubilee … Continue reading →

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Recent Alumna Talks Food and Philosophy In Reflection on Maymester in Tuscany

Posted on November 23, 2016 by College of the Holy Cross

Mary Elise McGrail ’16 participated in associate professor of philosophy Andrea Borghini’s “Philosophy of Food” Maymester course in Tuscany twice, once as a student and a second time as a mentor. The summer study abroad program changed how she approaches … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Alumnus Receives Worcester’s Isaiah Thomas Award

Posted on November 23, 2016 by Holy Cross in the News

Frederick Eppinger ’81 and his wife, Patty recently received the Isaiah Thomas Award during an awards ceremony at Mechanics Hall for their “transformative impact on Worcester and beyond, displaying passion, philanthropy and dedication to making the region a better place … Continue reading →

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Photos: Holy Cross Takes Over NYC for Event-Filled Ram-Crusader Cup Weekend

Posted on November 22, 2016 by Evangelia Stefanakos

In unprecedented fashion, the College of the Holy Cross took over New York City for Veteran’s Day weekend — and a what a weekend it was. Three days of events held across NYC were centered around the Ram-Crusader Cup, an … Continue reading →

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Fall Break Lets Students Learn, Lend a Hand and Reflect

Posted on November 22, 2016 by Kelsey Littlefield '17

During fall break, the College of the Holy Cross found its students immersing themselves in unique opportunities as they paused from daily academics to try something new. From Oct. 9-16, the College offered programs for service and hands-on learning. The … Continue reading →

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Basketball Standout Bob Cousy ’50 Honored by Boston Globe, Receives Lifetime Achievement Award

Posted on November 22, 2016 by Holy Cross in the News

College of the Holy Cross basketball legend Bob Cousy ’50 was recently recognized for his life’s work by the Boston Globe, receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award at The Globies, the Globe’s annual sports awards show. News of the award was … Continue reading →

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