Holy Cross in the News
The New York Times
Ann McDermott, director of admissions at the College of the Holy Cross, shares her thoughts on everything from how the economy is impacting college admissions to the role of Facebook in the search and application process, with Jacques Steinberg of The New York Times.
September 26, 2009
The New York Times - print
"College Officials Brace for Hit From Economy"
September 24, 2009
The New York Times - The Choice (online)
"Should A College Applicant 'Friend' An Admissions Officer?"
"It's The Economy, Applicants"
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.)
"Sean Lamkin '10 Talks about the Patriot League Title" | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
WGBH TV (Boston) | November 17, 2009 |
"María Hinojosa: One-on-One"
Misty Anaya, a member of the College of the Holy Cross class of 2013, shares her experiences living with Type 2 diabetes. Anaya is also featured on the MyType2 Web site, a Web community for teens that provides resources and a forum to share personal stories about living with diabetes.
Connections | November 17, 2009 |
"How El Salvador Wrecked My Faith"
On the 20th anniversary of the assassination of six Jesuit priests and two support laywomen in El Salvador, Matt Partain, a member of the College of the Holy Cross class of 2010, writes about his experiences during an immersion trip to El Salvador last summer.
Worcester Living Magazine | November 16, 2009 |
"Dining In With Chef Charles Manyak"
Charles Manyak, production manager in dining services at the College of the Holy Cross, teaches College employees to cook in his popular Crusader Cuisine class.
The Washington Post | November 15, 2009 |
"The Known World of Edward P. Jones"
In an extensive Sunday magazine profile, The Washington Post calls Pulitzer Prize-winning author and Holy Cross alumnus Edward P. Jones '72 "arguably the greatest fiction writer the nation's capital has ever produced."
NECN/Worcester News Tonight | November 13, 2009 |
"Study: Mass. residents rank among the happiest"
Rebekah Phillips DeZalia, visiting assistant professor of psychology at the College of the Holy Cross, explains why education plays a role in Massachusetts being named one of the eight happiest states in the nation.
The Boston Globe | November 13, 2009 |
"Pro-style QB leads Holy Cross revival"
Sports columnist Dan Shaughnessy, a member of the College of the Holy Cross class of 1975, writes about star quarterback Dominic Randolph '10 and the 'revival' of Holy Cross football.
Inside Higher Ed | November 12, 2009 |
"Holy Alliance"
In this feature story, Rev. Michael C. McFarland, S.J., president of the College of the Holy Cross, Gary Carskaddan, director of the Holy Cross Fund, Alex Spanos '09 and Laura Walsh '08, talk about the College's commitment to strengthening connections with young alumni.
Yahoo! Sports | November 12, 2009 |
"The 10 most significant goals of the last decade"
The College of the Holy Cross men's hockey team upset over Minnesota during the 2006 NCAA Tournament made this list of the "10 most significant goals of the last decade."
Spotlight (National Association of Colleges and Employers) | November 11, 2009 |
"Partnership Between Career Center and Alumni Group Yields Internships in Tight Economy"
Amy Murphy, director of the Summer Internship Program at the College of the Holy Cross, talks about how a group of alumni in New York donated enough money to fund 45 interns at organizations throughout New York City last summer.
America Magazine | November 9, 2009 |
"The Road From Aguilares"
Twenty years after six Jesuits, their housekeeper and her daughter were murdered in El Salvador, Rev. William Reiser, S.J., professor of religious studies at the College of the Holy Cross, reflects on their deaths and the meaning of martyrdom.
Read the story online (By subscription only.)
Toronto Star | November 7, 2009 |
"Westhead: India's new Bible wears a bindi"
Mathew Schmalz, associate professor of religious studies at the College of the Holy Cross, comments on a newly released Indian version of the Bible and Christian interest in converting more of the Indian population.
Kiplinger's Personal Finance | November 4, 2009 |
"50 Best Values in Liberal Arts Colleges 2009-10"
Kiplinger's Personal Finance has ranked the College of the Holy Cross the No. 8 school on its list of “Top 50 Best Values in Liberal Arts Colleges.”
ESPN.com | October 30, 2009 |
"Holy Cross' Randolph going long"
College of the Holy Cross quarterback Dominic Randolph '10 and Tom Gilmore, head football coach, talk about the teams' success this year and the unlikely attention Randolph is getting from NFL scouts.
Bloomberg News | October 27, 2009 |
"World Series Games Worth $15.5 Million Each to NYC, Agency Says"
Victor Matheson, associate professor of economics at the College of the Holy Cross, comments on whether the World Series games in New York will bring in as much money as expected.
Telegram & Gazette | October 22, 2009 |
"Students ‘discover’ local election"
Students at the College of the Holy Cross hosted at Candidates’ Night Forum for the 2009 Worcester Municipal Election. “We share a genuine concern about this city’s future,” said Sean McFadden, a senior from Oriental, N.C. “We have all become part of Worcester as students at Holy Cross and we really care about the city and what is happening here.”
Worcester Mag | October 21, 2009 |
"Local exhibit celebrates Cities of Peace"
Worcester Mag previews Cities of Peace, the latest exhibit at the Cantor Art Gallery at the College of the Holy Cross. The exhibition, which honors the history and culture of cities that have suffered major trauma, will run from Oct. 21 – Dec. 16, 2009.
Worcester Mag (Oct. 21, 2009)
Local exhibit celebrates Cities of Peace
MetroWest Daily News (Oct. 25, 2009)
Paintings at Holy Cross in Worcester promote peace
NECN/Channel 3 | October 21, 2009 |
"Tuition increases at Worcester schools"
Lynne Myers, director of financial aid at the College of the Holy Cross, talks about college affordability.
NECN/Channel 3 | October 19, 2009 |
"Early detection is key in fighting breast cancer"
Ann Zelesky, associate athletic director at the College of the Holy Cross and cancer survivor, shares her story with others during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Connections | October 19, 2009 |
"Penning for the President"
Jon Favreau, College of the Holy Cross Class of 2003 and head speechwriter for President Obama, credits his Jesuit education with his igniting his passion for politics and social justice.
The Boston Globe | October 18, 2009 |
"Hayden steers Holy Cross with inspiration"
Without a right arm and just a partially formed left arm, Chris Hayden, a member of the College of the Holy Cross class of 2010, talks about his experiences as coxswain for the men's rowing team.
Worcester Mag | October 15, 2009 |
"‘I used to call it Worchester'"
In a Worcester Mag cover story, Rashad Mohammed, a member of the College of the Holy Cross class of 2013, talks about adjusting to life in Worcester.
WBZ TV | October 13, 2009 |
"Tiny Coxswain With Big Heart Leads Holy Cross Crew Team"
Chris Hayden, a member of the College of the Holy Cross class of 2010 and coxswain for the rowing team, shares his experiences as a varsity athlete born with only one arm. Coach Todd Pearson and team captains Dan McGlinn '10 and D.J. Estes '10 talk about Chris' contributions to the team.
Worcester Business Journal | October 12, 2009 |
"Colleges Ready, Nervous About Federal Lending Program"
Lynne Myers, director of financial aid at the College of the Holy Cross, comments on the College switching from the Federal Family Education Loan Program to a direct lending program run by the U.S. Department of Education.
NECN/Channel 3 | October 8, 2009 |
"Holy Cross organist to compete on world stage"
Jacob Street, a member of the College of the Holy Cross class of 2010, is one of just two Americans invited to compete in France at the Andre Marchal International Organ Competition on Oct. 25.
Telegram & Gazette | October 4, 2009 |
"Some colleges dropping SATs in admissions process"
Ann McDermott, director of admissions at the College of the Holy Cross, and Jill Coughlin ’10 talk about the benefits of the College going SAT optional in 2005.
The Washington Post | October 3, 2009 |
"Nuclear Disarmament Is an Issue of Morality"
Mathew Schmalz, associate professor of religious studies and director of the College Honors Program at the College of the Holy Cross, responds to the question: "Reacting in part to recent missile tests by Iran and North Korea, President Obama and a unanimous U.N. Security Council last week endorsed a sweeping strategy to halt the spread of nuclear weapons and ultimately eliminate them. Is nuclear disarmament a pro-life issue? Is support for nuclear disarmament a moral imperative? Should we pray for nuclear disarmament?" His response was originally published in its entirety in "On Faith," an online conversation on religion sponsored by The Washington Post and Newsweek.
Multiple National Outlets | October 2, 2009 |
"Economic Impact of the Olympics"
Victor Matheson, sports economist and associate professor of economics at the College of the Holy Cross, provided expert commentary on the economic impact of the Olympics to several national media outlets in the days surrounding the decision that Rio de Janeiro, and not Chicago, would host the 2016 games.
- American Way, Sept. 15 - "Mettle Count"
- The New York Times, Oct. 2 - "Do Olympic Host Cities Ever Win?"
- Chicago Public Radio, Oct. 2 - "Special 2016 Olympics Coverage"
- Associated Press, Oct. 3 - "Olympics aren't necessarily an economic bonanza"
- The New York Times, Oct. 4 - "Luck of the Draw" (op-ed)
- The Chicago Tribune, Oct. 4 - "Bid's rejection could be for the best" (op-ed)
The New York Times | October 2, 2009 |
"Holy Cross Quarterback Isn’t Overlooked Now"
Once overlooked, College of the Holy Cross quarterback Dominic Randolph '10, is receiving interest from the NFL. Randolph is praised for his efforts on and off the field in a New York Times feature.
The Item (Clinton, Mass.) | October 2, 2009 |
"Family friends win Alison Murphy road race"
Laura O'Neil, a member of the College of the Holy Cross class of 2011, wins the Alison Murphy 5K road race. John Cannon, race director and associate director for planning and operations at the College, comments on the success of the race.