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College to Mark Lenten Season With Opportunities for Reflection

The Christian season of Lent begins with Ash Wednesday, Feb. 18. In addition to services held on campus through the Lenten Season, there are a number of reflection opportunities sponsored by the Vice President for Mission, the Office of the … Continue reading →

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‘Opinion: Should Muslims really apologize for terror attacks?’

In a recent op-ed for CNN, Caner K. Dagli, associate professor of religious studies at the College of the Holy Cross, writes about whether or not Muslims should condemn terrorist acts. In connection with the recent Paris killings, Dagli writes: … Continue reading →

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‘The best U.S. colleges for a major in English’

USA Today College reports that the College of the Holy Cross ranks ninth in the top ten places to get an English degree in the U.S. The list, generated from College Factual, is a ranking of colleges based on their … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Among Top Producers of Fulbright Students

The College of the Holy Cross is once again among the liberal arts colleges with the highest number of Fulbright students, according to The Chronicle of Higher Education, which published its annual “Top Producers of U.S. Fulbright Students by Type … Continue reading →

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‘Gifts to area colleges are on the rise’

Charitable giving has reached an all-time high at colleges and universities across the nation and Worcester-area colleges are no exception. The Telegram and Gazette reports that many institution are earmarking more funds for scholarships and financial aid. Tracy W. Barlok, … Continue reading →

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‘In Milestone, Pope Francis Will Address Congress This Fall’

Mathew N. Schmalz, associate professor of religious studies at the College of the Holy Cross,and a papal expert recently spoke with the Associated Press about the Pope addressing Congress during his visit to the U.S. in September. The story ran … Continue reading →

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Important Winter Weather Notification

Monday, February 9, 2015 – 7:45 p.m. To: Holy Cross students, faculty, and staff   On Tuesday, Feb. 10, the campus will reopen and return to regular operations. Our website and various social media channels (Facebook, Twitter) will report campus updates … Continue reading →

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Film Based on Leah Hager Cohen’s Novel ‘Grief of Others’ to Premiere at SXSW Festival

Leah Hager Cohen, Distinguished Writer in Residence at the College of the Holy Cross,  will soon be able to see the pages of her award-winning novel come to life on the big screen.  Based on her critically-acclaimed novel “The Grief … Continue reading →

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Be A Part Of The Purple Pride Challenge

The Purple Pride Challenge is back (Feb. 13-15). We are determined to win. We are intent on being champions once again and we need your help to get there. We are calling on alumni, parents and friends of Holy Cross … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Students Share Research at Largest Mathematics Meeting in the World

Six seniors presented posters of their work at the Joint Mathematics Meeting (JMM), the largest mathematics meeting in the world, in San Antonio on Jan. 10-13. The meeting was co-hosted by the Mathematical Association of America (MAA) and the American … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Launches Groundbreaking Web Resource for Exploring Catholic Practice Around the World

The College of the Holy Cross has launched an ambitious online global initiative called Catholics & Cultures (www.catholicsandcultures.org). The encyclopedic web resource—free to all users—is managed by and housed in the Rev. Michael C. McFarland, S.J. Center for Religion, Ethics … Continue reading →

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Photo Gallery: Blizzard of 2015 Drops Record Snowfall on Worcester

Snowstorms certainly are not unusual during Worcester’s winters. But the blizzard on Jan. 26 and 27 not only made national headlines, it set a new record for a single-storm snowfall in the city at 34.5 inches, according to the National … Continue reading →

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Princeton Review Ranks Holy Cross Among the Top ‘Colleges That Pay You Back’

The College of the Holy Cross is one of the nation’s best colleges for students seeking great academics, outstanding career preparation, and generous financial aid – according to The Princeton Review. The publication profiled the College as one of 200 … Continue reading →

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Students Danced the Night Away to Benefit Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation

On Jan. 24 and 25, approximately 150 students, staff, and alumni at the College of the Holy Cross danced the night away in the Hogan Campus Center Ballroom and raised $30,755 for the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation at the … Continue reading →

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‘Pulse Magazine’s 15 to Watch in 2015’

Earlier this year, Pulse Magazine released its annual ‘People to Watch’ list, a list highlighting residents of Central Massachusetts who are examples of diligence, strength and drive in areas such as business, academics, the arts, public service or athletics. Among … Continue reading →

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Important Winter Weather Notice

February 2, 2015 – 3 p.m. ET TO: Holy Cross Students, Faculty and Staff The College will have an early release at 3 p.m. today, Monday, for all non-essential employees. If you are not sure about your status as an … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Names Lindsay Jackson Head Field Hockey Coach

Lindsay Jackson has been named the new head coach of the field hockey program at the College of the Holy Cross, director of athletics Nathan Pine announced. Jackson, who is the fifth head coach in program history, comes to Holy … Continue reading →

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‘Worcester storm cleanup is a slog’

With the snowfall finally coming to a halt, a recent Telegram & Gazette article spotlights maintenance workers as they worked diligently across Worcester to clear one of the largest snowstorms in state history. The article highlights Ted W. Heywood, grounds … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Events Build Jewish-Christian Connections

Upcoming programs at the College of the Holy Cross will trace the history of encounters between Jews and the Jesuit order of Catholics, divulge the secret relationship between Mussolini and Pope Pius XI, reprise a critically-acclaimed performance of contemporary Israeli … Continue reading →

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Galician Bagpiper Cristina Pato Headlines Arts Transcending Borders’ Spring Program

The Arts Transcending Borders (ATB) program at the College of the Holy Cross will offer a bountiful arrangement of programs and performances this spring. From unique art installations— to cultural music and dance— there is something for everybody to enjoy … Continue reading →

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