Holy Cross in the News
The Boston Globe - May 12, 2009
"Both sides gain from time together"
Before returning to their native Afghanistan for the summer, students Yalda Faqeerzada '12 and Uzra Azizi '12 reflect on their first year of studies at the College of the Holy Cross, through the Initiative To Educate Afghan Women. Patricia Bizzell, professor of English, Ricon Wrenn '09 and Ashley Loyke '11 comment on the contributions Faqeerzada and Azizi have made to the College.
Holy Cross faculty, staff, students, alumni and programs are featured regularly in local and national media. This page offers a sampling of recent Holy Cross media mentions. (Please note that links to some articles may require a subscription.)
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Savannah Morning News | July 1, 2009 |
"Dollars & Sense: The King lives in tchotchkes and CDs"
Victor Matheson, associate professor of economics at the College of the Holy Cross and an expert in celebrity memorabilia, comments on the public's interest in Michael Jackson merchanise.
Food Management Magazine | June 30, 2009 |
"College Offers Meal Prep Help"
Charles Manyak, chef at the College of the Holy Cross, and Susan Hunt, organizational development specialist in human resources, talk about Crusader Cuisine, a new program that helps faculty and staff prepare healthful, tasty meals for their families.
The Chronicle of Higher Education | June 26, 2009 |
"The Military, ROTC, and Liberal Education"
In a letter to the editor, Timothy Austin, vice president for academic affairs and dean of the College of the Holy Cross, writes about recent policy changes within the military and the implications for NROTC students at liberal arts colleges.
Read the story online (By subscription only.)
The Jakarta Post | June 25, 2009 |
"`Mimpi': A surreal cross-cultural dance drama"
A group of theatre students from the College of the Holy Cross are the only U.S. artists who are performing at the Bali Arts Festival this month. The Jakarta Post gave their performance a rave review. The musical, titled Mimpi, was created by Lynn Kremer, professor of theatre at the College.
Worcester Magazine | June 25, 2009 |
"WORD/IMAGE/TEXT"
The Cantor Art Gallery at the College of the Holy Cross presents WORD/IMAGE/TEXT an exhibition which brings together the work of three contemporary artists who all explore the intersection of word, image and meaning within their chosen media. The exhibit runs from June 24 – July 22.
NECN/Channel 3 | June 22, 2009 |
"Billion dollar biotech initiative paying off in Worcester"
Victor Matheson, associate professor of economics at the College of the Holy Cross, talks about how the Massachusetts Life Sciences Initiative is impacting the local economy.
Telegram & Gazette | June 21, 2009 |
"Hanover gives schools $500K"
The Hanover Insurance Group is donating $500,000 to the Worcester public schools for the AVID program, a tutoring program designed for below-average students. Fifty students from the College of the Holy Cross will participate in the program, which is the largest number of tutors from a single college.
FOX25 News | June 20, 2009 |
"Physics of Baseball"
In a FOX25 News Special Report, College of the Holy Cross seniors Kevin Sullo and Tom Booth talk about taking a zero-gravity flight to study the physics of baseball.
WTAG | June 16, 2009 |
"Physics of baseball"
In advance of their zero-gravity research flight to collect data on the physics of baseball, Kevin Sullo and Thomas Booth, both members of the College of the Holy Cross class of 2010, explain their summer research project.
KUOW (Seattle's NPR affiliate) | June 10, 2009 |
"Veteran Discrimination"
Jerry Lembcke, associate professor of sociology, weighs in on a proposal by Seattle City Council member Nick Licata to protect veteran's under the city's anti–discrimination law.
Listen online (Lembcke's commentary begins at 23:09)
WCVB TV - Chronicle | June 10, 2009 |
"Project Economy: Back to Basics"
Daryl Brown, Joseph Lopez and Edward Mullaney, all members of the College of the Holy Cross class of 2009, share their plans for the future and their thoughts about graduating in a recession, during the College's Commencement Exercises.
Telegram & Gazette | June 7, 2009 |
"Growth Industry"
Monika Mangsen, a member of the College of the Holy Cross class of 2010 and Selina Carter, a member of the class of 2011, talk about the community garden they're planting on campus as part of a summer work-study program. Working with the Regional Environmental Council, the students will donate food grown in the garden to Abby's House, a nonprofit organization that aids battered women and children.
Inside Higher Ed | June 5, 2009 |
"Competencies Over Courses in Medical Education"
Timothy Austin, vice president for academic affairs and dean of the College of the Holy Cross, shares his thoughts on an Association of American Medical Colleges report identifying new competencies in premedical and medical education that students should master given new technologies and the speed of innovation.
The Armenian Reporter | May 28, 2009 |
"College student raises $10,000 for FAR through music"
Ani Nalbandian, a member of the College of the Holy Cross class of 2009, helped raise $10,000 for the Fund for Armenian Relief through a concert commemorating the Armenian Genocide she organized at the College.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette | May 28, 2009 |
"Shaler graduate picks Fulbright grant over pro soccer"
Jerry Dickinson, a member of the College of the Holy Cross class of 2009, talks about his four years at Holy Cross and his plans to conduct reserach in South Africa through a Fulbright grant.
Telegram & Gazette | May 23, 2009 |
"Public service lauded"
During Commencement Exercises at the College of the Holy Cross, Sen. Robert P. Casey Jr. '82 (D - Pennsylvania) spoke about the role Holy Cross played in developing his faith and commitment to public service.
NECN/Worcester News Tonight | May 20, 2009 |
"Holy Cross graduate to bike cross country for cancer research"
Joseph Lopez, a member of the Holy Cross class of 2009, will be participating in the 4K for Cancer, where he will be biking 4000 miles across country to raise money and awareness for cancer.
Library Journal | May 15, 2009 |
"Student Art as Construction Beautification"
Barbara Merolli, science librarian at the College of the Holy Cross, writes about the scientifically-inspired student artwork displayed in the O'Callahan Science Library during renovations to the nearby atrium.
Bloomberg News | May 14, 2009 |
"Pope Celebrates Nazareth Mass With Tens of Thousands"
Thomas Landy, director of the Center for Religion, Ethics and Culture at the College of the Holy Cross, talks about Pope Benedict's visits to Bethlehem and Nazareth.
The Boston Globe | May 14, 2009 |
"Graduation, recession style"
In a front page story on how the economy is impacting college graduations, College of the Holy Cross students Freddy Sinchi '09 and Paige Singleton '09, and Paul Irish, co-chair of the Commencement planning committee, talk about the increased number of families staying in residence halls this year, rather than in more expensive hotels.
NECN/Worcester News Tonight | May 12, 2009 |
"Mass. lawmakers work to pass pension reform bill"
David Schaefer, professor of political science at the College of the Holy Cross, comments on pension reform in Massachusetts.
NECN/Worcester News Tonight | May 12, 2009 |
"Holy Cross dancers to perform in Bali"
A group of theatre students from the College of the Holy Cross are the only U.S. artists invited to perform at the Bali Arts Festival next month. They will perform the musical Mimpi, which means dream, created by Lynn Kremer, professor of theatre.
America Magazine | May 11, 2009 |
"Learning, Living, Doing"
Alicia Lincoln, a member of the College of the Holy Cross class of 2009, writes about Montserrat, the College's new 'learning-living-doing' program for first-year students.
Telegram & Gazette | May 11, 2009 |
"One man’s trash is another’s treasure"
Students from the group Eco-Action, an environmental club at the College of the Holy Cross, donate truck-loads of unwanted items to local charities in Worcester.
The Wall Street Journal | May 9, 2009 |
"When It Comes to Judges, 'Pragmatic' Means Unprincipled"
In an op-ed, David Schaefer, professor of political science at the College of the Holy Cross, comments on President Barack Obama's process of replacing Justice David Souter on the Supreme Court.
Bloomberg News TV | May 8, 2009 |
"Hockey League Asks Judge to Halt Action on Coyotes’ Bankruptcy"
Victor Matheson, sports economist and associate professor of economics at the College of the Holy Cross, comments on the NHL's Phoenix Coyotes' bankruptcy case.
Telegram & Gazette | May 7, 2009 |
"A time for affordable housing"
In an op-ed, Rachel Lea Snyder, a member of the College of the Holy Cross class of 2009, talks about affordable housing in Worcester.
Bloomberg News | May 7, 2009 |
"Pope Visits Middle East After Comments Anger Muslims and Jews"
Thomas Landy, director of the Center for Religion, Ethics and Culture at the College of the Holy Cross, comments on Pope Benedict's visit to the Holy Land.
The Boston Globe | May 4, 2009 |
"Savoring the moment"
In a feature story, Boston Globe reporter Tracy Jan writes about Slow Food—one of the most successful dining programs and most popular 'green' initiatives—at the College of the Holy Cross.
Read more and watch a video interview with Tim Trachimowicz, chef of student dining