July - September '07
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Telegram & Gazette | September 28, 2007 |
"Holy Cross to help science students"
Richard Herrick, professor of chemistry and director of the new Clavius Scholar Program at the College of the Holy cross, talks to the Telegram & Gazette about how a $586,500 grant will target low income Worcester students who are interested in the sciences.
Inside Higher Ed | September 27, 2007 |
"The Faculty Role in Stopping Cheating"
In an op-ed on academic integrity, Timothy Austin, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of the College at the College of the Holy Cross, comments on the role technology plays in cheating, and offers suggestions on how faculty can address and combat student dishonesty.
Telegram & Gazette | September 26, 2007 |
"Holocaust survivor rejects ‘theory’"
Holocaust survivor Max Michelson sends a message to Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and recounts his unimaginable experiences in a talk at the College of the Holy Cross.
Telegram & Gazette | September 23, 2007 |
"Looking at his legacy"
Renowned playwright Christopher Durang talks to the Telegram & Gazette about his career. Durang is speaking Fri., Sept. 29 at 6 p.m. in the Fenwick Theatre at the College of the Holy Cross.
The Salt Lake Tribune | September 21, 2007 |
"Catholic kids study LDS fiction"
Mathew Schmalz, associate professor of religious studies, talks about his class "Modern Religious Movements" and how he tries to get his students to think beyond the stereotypes of Mormons.
Telegram & Gazette | September 20, 2007 |
"‘Kid Nation’ kid stuff"
Danuta Bukatko, professor of psychology at the College of the Holy Cross, comments on the new CBS reality show, Kid Nation.
Nightline | September 18, 2007 |
"Life and Death: Finding a Donor"
Steve Dziemian, a printer in the graphic arts department at the College of the Holy Cross, had been suffering with a life-threatening liver disease for years. After undergoing a successful transplant — made possible by the kindness of a living donor — Dziemian shared his story with ABC's Nightline.
Worcester Business Journal | September 17, 2007 |
"Collins works on UMass game plan for stem cells"
Dr. Michael F. Collins '77, president of the Board of Trustees at the College of the Holy Cross, interim chancellor of UMASS Medical School and senior vice president for health sciences for the UMass system, is working on proposals to receive state funding for stem cell research.
Condé Nast Portfolio | September 17, 2007 |
"Rita's Hail Mary Pass"
Victor Matheson, assistant professor of economics at the College of the Holy Cross, comments on the economic impact of Hurricane Katrina on the New Orleans Saints.
Telegram & Gazette | September 17, 2007 |
"U.S. Constitution is word of day"
Denise Schaeffer, associate professor and chair of political science department at the College of the Holy Cross, tells the Telegram & Gazette why Constitution Day is important on college campuses.
Telegram & Gazette | September 17, 2007 |
"Greek revival"
Paul A. Irish, assistant to the vice president for student affairs at the College of the Holy Cross, explains the College's tradition of not having fraternities and sororities on campus.
Forbes Life | September 16, 2007 |
"Mixed Media"
World-renowned composer Osvaldo Golijov, Loyola professor of music at the College of the Holy Cross, receives glowing reviews on the debut of his latest CD, Oceana.
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The Washington Post | September 16, 2007 |
"NIH Official Wins Prestigious Prize"
Anthony S. Fauci '62, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases at the National Institutes of Health, will receive the prestigious Mary Woodward Lasker public service award.
NIH Official Wins Prestigious Prize
The Honored Doctor
St. Louis Today | September 14, 2007 |
"St. Louis Art Museum buys $10 million Degas"
Charlotte Eyerman '87, curator at the St. Louis Art Museum, arranged for the purchase of a $10 million oil painting by French artist Edgar Degas for the museum. It's being called the most expensive single acquisition by an American museum since the MoMA bought Rauschenberg's Rebus in 2005.
Providence Journal | September 14, 2007 |
"Saints hiding in pain"
In an op-ed, Mathew N. Schmalz, associate professor of religious studies and director of the College Honors Program, describes an encounter with Mother Teresa and comments on her "inner doubts and agonies," which have recently come to light in a new book of her writings.
NPR | September 10, 2007 |
"Remembering 9/11"
U.S. Marine Corps Captain Tim McLaughlin '00, who survived the Pentagon attack on September 11, 2001, and led the tank brigade into Baghdad Square on April 9, 2003, talks about his experiences on NPR.
Telegram & Gazette | September 9, 2007 |
"Beyond the classics"
Shirish Korde, professor and chair of the music department at the College of the Holy Cross, kicks off Music Worcester’s 2007-08 season, with the Boston Philharmonic playing the U.S. premiere of his composition “Svara-Yantra".
Telegram & Gazette | September 7, 2007 |
"Jesuit Heritage Week at Holy Cross"
The College of the Holy Cross announces plans for Jesuit Heritage Week, including a talk by The Rev. Greg Boyle, a Jesuit priest widely known for his work with gang members in Los Angeles.
Telegram & Gazette | September 6, 2007 |
"Tenors create ‘Celtic crossover’ magic"
The Celtic Tenors, an Irish Trio, are coming to Worcester for the first time, to perform at the College of the Holy Cross. Their performance has been made possible by a generous gift from an alumnus.
Connecticut Record-Journal | September 6, 2007 |
"State commissioner named to 'Top 40'"
Jerry Farrell Jr. '90, state consumer protection commissioner, makes Hartford Business Journal's Top 40 Under 40 list.
Worcester Business Journal | September 3, 2007 |
"40 Under Forty"
Timothy M. Jarry '00, investment officer at the College of the Holy Cross, makes Worcester Business Journal's top 40 Under Forty.
Telegram & Gazette | September 2, 2007 |
"College students sample city menus"
Students at the College of the Holy Cross try food from different restaurants at the first-ever Shrewsbury Street College Shuffle.
National Catholic Reporter | August 31, 2007 |
"The facts about soldiers' ages"
In an op-ed, Jerry Lembcke, associate professor of sociology and anthropology, comments on the fact that U.S troops are older and more mature than most Americans think.
Men's Vouge | August 31, 2007 |
"Mix master"
World renowned composer Osvaldo Golijov, associate professor of music at the College of the Holy Cross, opens up to Men's Vogue about his biggest influences and his latest work, the soundtrack for Youth Without Youth, a film by Francis Ford Coppola.
Worcester Magazine | August 30, 2007 |
"Among themselves"
Roger Hankins, Cantor Art Gallery director at the College of the Holy Cross, and College faculty preview the upcoming exhibition Crossroads, which features the work of faculty and staff.
The Pulse | August 30, 2007 |
"Meet Holy Cross’ Dr. Sarah Petty, Assistant Professor of Chemistry"
Dr. Sarah Petty, assistant professor of chemistry at the College of the Holy Cross, is the subject of The Pulse's Focus on Faculty Section.
The Pulse | August 30, 2007 |
"My year abroad in Dublin"
Melani Opacki '08, talks about spending her junior year abroad at Trinity College in Dublin.
USA Today | August 30, 2007 |
"'Common readings' connect students"
Shortly after arriving on campus, members of the Class of 2011 gathered for the annual President's Banquet where they discussed and brought to life their summer reading assignment, The Omnivore's Dilemma, by Michael Pollan. Chosen because of its emphasis on fundamental social, ethical and environmental questions, the book served as a catalyst for dialogue and reflection among students, faculty and staff.
Cape Cod Chronicle | August 30, 2007 |
"Chatham Native Selected As Intel Master Teacher"
Catherine Roberts, associate professor of mathematics at the College of the Holy Cross, has been selected as one of 14 master teachers for the Intel Massachusetts Department of Education/Intel Math Initiative. Chosen from a pool of over 90 applicants, she will help elementary and middle school math teacher improve their skills.