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Remote Fall Semester Begins at the College of the Holy Cross

As the semester kicks off, the College welcomes students—including the incoming Class of 2024—to a remote learning environment

On Tuesday, September 1, Holy Cross kicked off the fall semester with the first day of classes as the College began the year with all students engaging in remote learning. The College welcomed students, including the newest members of the …

Holy Cross Confers 707 Bachelor of Arts Degrees in Virtual Celebration

The Celebration of the Class of 2020 included a surprise message from NIAID Director and Holy Cross Alumnus Dr. Anthony Fauci ‘62

The College of the Holy Cross conferred 707 bachelor of arts degrees as part of a virtual celebration on May 22, 2020. The event, aired live on the College’s website, included congratulatory messages from faculty, staff and alumni, reflections from …

Chaplains’ Office Offers ‘Closing the Distance’ Video Series

As the international coronavirus pandemic changes our way of life, the College chaplains turn to technology to maintain connection

As many across the country seek to find creative ways to stay connected in a time of social distancing, the College chaplains at Holy Cross are introducing a new video series, “Closing the Distance,” to offer the wider Holy Cross …

Message From President Boroughs to College Community

I am deeply saddened and disturbed to read the accounts of our alumni in today’s Boston Globe, as I am sure those of you who have read it were as well. These alumni have shown tremendous courage to share their …

Message From President Boroughs to the College Community

The recent report of the Pennsylvania grand jury on clerical sexual abuse is staggering both in its content and in the numbers of victims and perpetrators recorded. The pain and hurt inflicted on children over decades, the lives of hundreds …

Holy Cross President and Alumnus Named as 2018 Power Players by the Worcester Business Journal

Worcester Business Journal

Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., president of the College of the Holy Cross, and Dr. Michael Collins ’77, chancellor of UMass Medical School, were recently named to Worcester Business Journal’s annual list of the most powerful people in the Central …

President Boroughs Issues Statement on Immigration Policy

With thousands of families displaced from their homes each day, many fleeing devastating violence, it is inconceivable that the U.S. government is compounding their misery with an ill-conceived “zero tolerance” immigration policy responsible for separating children from their parents. This …

Holy Cross President Responds to Recent Executive Orders on Immigration

In light of the recent executive orders issued by President Trump, Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., president of the College of the Holy Cross, has spoken out in support of all members of the Holy Cross community, especially those directly …

2016: Year in Review

NCAA Tournament game win, Joyce Contemplative Center opens, Hart Center expansion and renovation begins, banner year for fundraising

At Holy Cross, each year is marked by new achievements and accomplishments. Here are some of the most notable from 2016.

Photo Gallery: Beam Signing a Highlight of Campaign Kickoff Weekend

John E. Luth ’74 and his wife, Joanne Chouinard-Luth, D.M.D, were the honored guests at a historic beam signing in front of the Hart Center at the Luth Athletic Complex on Saturday, April 30, as part of the College’s “Become …

Holy Cross Kicks Off $400 Million “Become More” Campaign with Celebration Weekend

Campaign has surpassed the midway goal with $240 million raised for initiatives in academics, arts, athletics, faith development, and financial aid

With a dazzling weekend of performances, discussions, and events that showcased both the history and future of the Jesuit liberal arts college, the College of the Holy Cross celebrated the public launch of “Become More: Campaign for the Future of …

Holy Cross Appoints Two to Administrative Posts

New general counsel and Title IX director join College community

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Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J, president of the College of the Holy Cross, has announced the hiring of two new senior administrators at the College. Attorney Elizabeth Small will serve as the new general counsel, and attorney Elizabeth Canning will …

Administrators to Serve Midnight Breakfast to Students During Finals Week

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As fall semester draws to a close with finals fast approaching, the College of the Holy Cross offers a chance for students to take a break from late-night study sessions and refuel at midnight breakfast. Administrators at the College —including …

The Holy Cross Community Comes Together in the Wake of Violence Around the World

As the world has seen violence in all forms unfold in the past week around the world—from Paris  and Beruit, to Bagdhad and Nigeria—the College of the Holy Cross community has come together to try to make sense of recent …

15th Annual Unity Week Celebrations Conclude with Keynote Address

Students, faculty, and staff participate in the second iteration of “Faces of the Hill” as part of the week’s events.

Since its beginnings in 2000, Unity Week has been a celebration of diversity at Holy Cross, as well as an opportunity to engage in dialogue around issues of justice and inclusion. The 15th annual event, organized by the Student Government …

Photo Gallery, Video: Campus Conversations and Discussion Connect Students with Distinguished Alumni

On Sept. 18, students had the special opportunity to hear from and interact with the five alumni selected as this year’s Sanctae Crucis honorees—individuals who are leaders in business, professional or civic life; who live by the highest intellectual and …

Holy Cross Honors Five Alumni for Professional Achievement and Commitment to Service, Faith and Justice

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The College of the Holy Cross has honored five alumni with the Sanctae Crucis Awards. The highest non-degree recognition bestowed by the College on a graduate, the annual awards are presented to alumni who are leaders in business, professional or …

Holy Cross President to Attend Pope Francis’ Historic Address to Congress

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At the invitation of Congressman Jim McGovern (MA-02), Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., president of the College of the Holy Cross, will attend Pope Francis’ unprecedented address to Congress on Sept. 24.  It is the first time a pope will …

Holy Cross to Host Series of Events to Honor the Pope’s Historic U.S. Visit

Crux columnist and WGBH host Margery Eagan to moderate panel on pontiff’s address to Congress

08/31/15 by

Pope Francis, the world’s first Jesuit pope, will make his first visit to the U.S. Sept. 22–27, 2015. To celebrate and honor the pope’s historic visit, the College of the Holy Cross will host a series of events. The College …

New WRTA Bus Route to Connect Holy Cross, Assumption and Worcester State

08/21/15 by

The Higher Education Consortium of Central Massachusetts, Inc. (HECCMA) recently announced an agreement with the Worcester Regional Transit Authority (WRTA) to provide a new “College Route” connecting three HECCMA institutions: Assumption College, College of the Holy Cross, and Worcester State …