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Holy Cross Students Advance to National Moot Court Competition

Eight members of the College of the Holy Cross Moot Court team competed in the Eastern Regional Tournament at Fitchburg State University in November, one of 10 tournaments nationwide which served as a qualifier for the American Collegiate Moot Court … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Students Thrive in Local Communities

Beginning in 2010, the Chaplains’ Office at the College of the Holy Cross instituted the Fall Break Immersion Program. The program provides students with opportunities to be challenged to grow in their faith, to accompany those living on the margins, … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Women’s Basketball To Host Fourth Annual ‘Get Fit With The Crusaders’ Game On Dec. 22

The Holy Cross women’s basketball program will host its fourth annual “Get Fit with the Crusaders” game on Monday, Dec. 22 versus UMass Lowell at 11:15 a.m. in the Hart Center. Over 2,300 students representing 16 Worcester-area schools will be … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Ranks First in Long-Term Study Abroad Participation

The College of the Holy Cross holds the number one ranking among baccalaureate institutions in the United States for long-term study abroad programs, according to a new report released by the Institute of International Education. This is the sixth straight … Continue reading →

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Fuel Up for Finals

With late night study sessions and finals preparation under way, one thing is for sure, good nutrition should be part of your study plan this year during finals week.  Administrators — including Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., president —at the … Continue reading →

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Crusaders Ready To Lift Strong At Benching For Breast Cancer On Dec. 12

The seventh annual Benching for Breast Cancer fundraising event will take place on Friday, Dec. 12, at 5:30 p.m. in the Hart Center’s varsity weight room at the College of the Holy Cross. Registration will start at 5:15 p.m. Benching … Continue reading →

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Inspirational Duo Team Hoyt To Speak At Holy Cross

Dick and Rick Hoyt, the father-son team who have overcome disabilities to compete in triathlons, Ironman competitions, marathons and road races throughout the world, will give a talk on Wednesday, Dec.3 at 7 p.m. in the Hogan Ballroom at the … Continue reading →

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Santander Renews Support for International Study Programs at Holy Cross

During a recent ceremony at the College of the Holy Cross, Santander Bank, N.A. through its Santander Universities Global Division, signed its second collaborative agreement with the Holy Cross, which will enhance existing faculty-led study tours and immersion programs that … Continue reading →

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Vice President for Mission Named at Holy Cross

Rev. William R. Campbell, S.J. ’87 has been named vice president for mission at the College of the Holy Cross.  The announcement was made today by Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., president of the College. “We are delighted to welcome … Continue reading →

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Michael Lochhead Named Executive Vice President at Boston College

Michael J. Lochhead, vice president of administration and finance at Holy Cross since 2004, will become the executive vice president  at Boston College, his alma mater.  The announcement was made today by Boston College. “While Mike will be greatly missed … Continue reading →

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Artists to Perform the Music of Christopher Willcock, S.J., as Part of the Chapel Artists Series

In celebration of the 200th anniversary of the restoration of the Society of Jesus, the music of Christopher Willcock, S.J., will be performed by the Holy Cross Schola Cantorum and the Holy Cross College Choir, under the direction of James … Continue reading →

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Third Place Finish for the New Mediation Team

The weekend of Nov. 6 proved to be “magical” in the eyes of Ed McDermott, mock trial and mediation coach at the College of the Holy Cross. McDermott and three students headed south to the 15th Annual International Intercollegiate Mediation … Continue reading →

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28 Holy Cross Students Inducted into Jesuit Honor Society

Twenty-eight students from the class of 2015 at the College of the Holy Cross were inducted into Alpha Sigma Nu, the Jesuit honor society, on October 26. Alpha Sigma Nu seeks out students at Jesuit institutions of higher learning who … Continue reading →

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Renowned Organist Jonathan William Moyer to Perform as Part of the Chapel Artists Series

Internationally renowned organist Jonathan William Moyer will perform as part of the Chapel Artist Series on Sunday, Nov. 16 at 3 p.m. in St. Joseph Memorial Chapel at the College of the Holy Cross. The concert program, “The Chorale tradition … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Ranks First in the Nation for Jesuit Volunteers

Thirty-one 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, making Holy Cross first in the nation for the most … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Alumna to Lecture on Catholic Mysticism in America

Paula M. Kane ’80, a Holy Cross alumna and former trustee, will return to the College for a lecture titled “Stigmata on the Hudson: The Strange Tale of Sister Thorn,” on Wednesday, November 12, at 4:30 p.m. in the Rehm … Continue reading →

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Actor and Best-Selling Author Hill Harper To Speak At Holy Cross During Unity Week

Hill Harper, actor, best-selling author, and philanthropist will give a talk titled “The Importance of Unity & Community Understanding When it Comes to Diversity” at the College of the Holy Cross on Tuesday, Nov. 11 at 7 p.m. in the … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Humanities Professor Receives Distinguished Teaching Award

Stephen J. Prior Professor of the Humanities, Maurice Geracht, received the 2014 Distinguished Teaching Award at the College’s annual President’s Convocation and Awards Ceremony. He has been a member of the English department and the College of the Holy Cross … Continue reading →

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Professional New York Laptop Ensemble Sideband to Perform at Holy Cross

The Sideband Laptop Ensemble will perform at the College of the Holy Cross on Sunday, Nov. 2 at 3 p.m. in Brooks Concert Hall. Sideband is a professional laptop ensemble based in New York created by former members of PLOrk, … Continue reading →

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Holy Cross Theatre Department to Perform Postmodern Comedy ‘Cloud 9’

The department of theatre at the College of the Holy Cross will present their fall production “Cloud 9,” written by Charyl Churchill and directed by Scott Malia, assistant professor of theatre. The performances will be held in Fenwick Theatre, located … Continue reading →

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