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Holy Cross Magazine, Vol. 47, No. 2, Spring 2013

College of the Holy Cross

The Game Changer
With his $25 million gift, Neil Prior ’56 opens a new era for the arts at Holy Cross.
By HCM

Syllabus: Italy & France: War & Resistance
with Professor Theresa McBride
By Pam Reponen

Media Savvy
HCM spoke with alumni who are shaping journalism today, and learned how their liberal arts education plays an important role in their media careers.
By Suzanne Morrissey

Joyful Noise
Hailed by critics, loved by audiences—Argentine-born composer Osvaldo Golijov makes music for the world stage, and more than two decades ago, he found his home at Holy Cross.
By Daniel J. Wakin

Flashback: Snow Blower
A season of record snow accumulation in Worcester this winter has alumni, faculty and staff of a certain era recalling the Blizzard of ’78, which blanketed campus and shut down everything but the fun.
By HCM

Community of Notes
With a singular vision—bringing music education to underserved children in her hometown—one Class of 1992 alumna is fulfilling a mission born on The Hill.
By Katherine Long

Profile: Kevin O’Connor ’90
The Emmy-nominated television host talks about his responsibility toward viewers, his love of power tools and the O’Connor DIY legacy
By Debra Steilen

Charmed, We’re Sure
Honored by the Red Sox, married to a beauty queen, uniformly adored by his students, Art Kenney ’38 reminisces about his charmed life.
By John W. Gearan ’65

Your Turn: Great Expectations
Lizzie Harkins ’13

Also:
- Campus Notebook
- Book Notes
- Sports
- Gifts at Work
- Alumni News
- In Memoriam
Holy Cross Magazine, Vol. 47, No. 1, Winter 2013

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Syllabus: Adult Psychopathology
with Neal E. Lipsitz
By Pam Reponen

Lessons and Carols
HCM takes a close look at one of the College’s best-loved Christmastime traditions: the joyous Advent Festival of Lessons and Carols.
By Pam Reponen
Photography by Dan Vaillancourt

Hurricane Sandy
This fall, Holy Cross and its East Coast alumni braced for the superstorm. Now, we support each other as we deal with grief and the difficult recovery.
By Nick Markantonatos and Suzanne Morrissey

The Music Makers
Meet a group of alumni who have chosen Boston as the launch site for their music careers. From country to electronic pop to folk, these Crusader-led bands are building their reputations and their fan bases.
By Bob Gulla
Photography by Louie Despres

Building Bridges Worldwide
Two Holy Cross alumni have a straightforward mission: Go where they are needed most to work in solidarity with one community at a time
By Julie Tullys

Still in the Game
At home in the rink, recent grad Lisa Wilson ’10 takes on new challenges in the classroom and on the ice
By Jamie Reynolds

Your Turn: The Digitally Exhausted Society
Thomas Keeley ’13

Also:
- Campus Notebook
- Book Notes
- Sports
- Gifts at Work
- Alumni News
- In Memoriam
Holy Cross Magazine, Vol. 46, No. 4, Fall 2012

College of the Holy Cross

Philosophical Anthropology
with Professor Predrag Cicovacki
By Pam Reponen

Inauguration of Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J.
On Friday, Sept. 14, 2012, The Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., was installed as the College’s 32nd president.
By Rebecca Smith ’99 and Kimberly Staley ’99

President's Report: Seeing the World as God Sees It
The Importance of Spiritual Exercises
By Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J.
Illustrations by Laszlo Kubinyi

Remembering Rev. John E. Brooks, S.J., ’49 (1923-2012)
HCM honors the memory of former president Rev. John E. Brooks, S.J., ’49 with personal stories and insights into the man who shaped the modern Holy Cross.
By HCM, Ellen Ryder, Colleen Curran ’11 and other contributors

We Are Just Servants Carrying Out His Work
Jan Triglione ’76 doesn’t just sell houses, she helps others turn needed shelter into livable homes.
By Caroline Cataldo ’12

Profile: Ann Dowd ’78
The celebrated actress talks about challenging convention, the definition of bliss and her Oscar buzz-worthy role in Compliance
By M.B. Roberts

Flashback: Hidden Gems
Important Jesuit volumes finally made accessible to the world
By John W. Gearan ’65

Passion Player
As a player, coach and mentor, Ann Ash Zelesky has always managed to make her mark.
By John W. Gearan ’65

Title IX
As the College celebrates 40 years of coeducation on The Hill, Holy Cross Magazine looks at how the landmark laws outlined in Title IX changed the face of Holy Cross Athletics.
By Mike Cullity ’94

Your Turn: Gunsling, Castaway: The Life of a Freelance Writer
By John Cantwell ’05

Also:
- Campus Notebook
- Book Notes
- Gifts at Work
- Sports
- Alumni News
- In Memoriam
Holy Cross Magazine, Vol. 46, No. 3, Summer 2012

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Syllabus: Milton
with Professor William R. Morse
By Pam Reponen

The 2012 Sanctae Crucis Awards
Lisa M. Taylor ’96, Marian F. Earls, M.D., ’76, Francis M. Carroll ’60, Richard J. Santen, M.D., ’61, James E. Mulvihill, D.M.D., ’62 and John F. Castellano ’71
By HCM
Portrait photography by Brian Smith

23 Weeks, 5 Days
The story of a Holy Cross family’s journey in the world of high-risk neonatal medicine
By Richard Herrick, professor of chemistry and Edward A. O’Rorke Professor in the Liberal Arts

When Paths Cross
Two classmates from ’62, Jim Murphy and Conrad “Connie” Heede, team up to bring medical equipment and healing hope to an impoverished area of West Africa
By Jody Garlock

Flashback: When the Deep Purple Falls
In this special Flashback, Albert Mongillo ’54 shares his memories of a time when The Hill was alive with the sound of big band dance music.
By Albert Mongillo ’54

Ever Striving
Part philosopher, part drill sergeant, Coach Jim Kavanagh fosters passion and perseverance in cross country and track and field on the Hill
By John W. Gearan ’65
Photos by Matthew Atanian

Also:
- Campus Notebook
- Book Notes
- Gifts at Work
- Sports
- Alumni News
- In Memoriam
Holy Cross Magazine, Vol. 46, No. 2, Spring 2012

College of the Holy Cross

Syllabus: Advanced Spanish Composition and Conversation
with Professor Esther L. Levine
By Pam Reponen

Fr. Boroughs on The Hill
The new president connects with the Holy Cross community
By Suzanne Morrissey

Around the World in (Less Than) 80 Days
Intensive four- and six-week Summer Study Abroad programs offer Holy Cross participants a global perspective in lasting ways.
By Christine Hofmann-Bourque

The Top 25 Moments in Holy Cross History
What events shook the campus? Changed it forever? Brought it the greatest honor? Review the list, then cast your vote for the Number One Moment.
Introduction by Rev. Anthony J. Kuzniewski, S.J.,
Contributors: Holy Cross Archives and Special Collections, Loren R. Cass, John W. Gearan ’65, Daniel Klinghard, Tom Landy, Nick Markantonatos, Christian R. Santillo and Chick Weiss

Top 25 Sports Moments
We asked longtime sports columnist John Gearan ’65 to select 25 standout moments from the College’s athletics history.
By John Gearan ’65

Profile: Michael Days ’75
The veteran newspaperman talks of engaging the reader, the future of print news adn his mother’s “forbidden” word
By Benjamin Gleisser

Pedal Pushers
Four Holy Cross siblings have raised more than a million dollars for cancer-related causes through their Ride for Hope Bahamas charity bike ride
By Christine Hofmann-Bourque

The Tales of Trader Jack
John “Trader Jack” McKeon ’52 once prayed to leave Holy Cross to play professional baseball
By John Gearan ’65

Teaching Kids to Swing for the Fences
Mike Ginns and Mike Schell ’05 formed a friendship based on their interest in 1920s pitcher Will “Cannonball” Jackman.
By John Gearan ’65

Your Turn: An Open Letter of Gratitude
By Celine Coggins ’95

Also:
- Campus Notebook
- Book Notes
- Gifts at Work
- Sports
- Alumni News
- In Memoriam
Holy Cross Magazine, Vol. 46, No. 1, Winter 2012

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Syllabus: Multicultural Education
with Associate Professor Ericka J. Fisher ’96
By Pam Reponen

A Portrait of a Presidency
Together with Fr. McFarland, the Holy Cross community reflects on and celebrates 12 years of change, growth and sustained commitment to mission
By HCM, Ruth Ann Elias ’76, Timothy R. Austin and Fr. McFarland
Photography by Patrick O’Connor

Fr. Editor-in-Chief
Noted religious history author, editor and Holy Cross professor, Rev. Thomas Worcester, S.J., takes on an impressive new challenge.
By Rebecca Smith ’99

Living, Learning, Laughing
The residence life experience at Holy Cross integrates opportunities to grow in academics, faith, spirituality and, of course, friendship. More than a place to hang a backpack at night, the College’s residence halls are designed to foster meaningful moments for students.
By Mark C.N. Sullivan
Photography by Matthew Atanian

Service with Ignatian Spirituality
Across the nation, Crusaders of a certain age are finding spiritual fulfillment as part of the Ignatian Volunteer Corps
By Mike Cullity ’94

Ice in Their Veins
Brother and sister Crusaders, Jeff Reppucci ’14 and Dara Reppucci ’04, share a love of the rink, but each came to the game on a unique path.
By John W. Gearan ’65

Discovery of an Artist
Crusader legend and Celtics great Tom Heinsohn ’56 is as comfortable at his easel as he is on the court.
By Mark Murphy

Profile: Marian Earls, M.D., ’76 and Naomi Earls Leslie, M.D., ’00
By Corrie Lisk-Hurst

Your Turn: Coach, Remembered
By Jay McGovern ’73

Also:
- Campus Notebook
- Book Notes
- Gifts at Work
- Sports
- Alumni News
- In Memoriam
Holy Cross Magazine, Vol. 45, No. 4, Fall 2011

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Syllabus: Greek Myths in Literature
with Rev. Edward J. Vodoklys, S.J., ’72
By Pam Reponen

President’s Report: The Greening of Mount St. James
Sustainability: A Campuswide Mission
By Rev. Michael C. McFarland, S.J.

Fraternity & Diversity
On a cold, clear December morning in 1969, sixty-five black students took a stand against the racism revealed by a College judicial board ruling. Knowing the next step would alter their life paths, they packed suitcases, threw down their student IDs and quit Holy Cross.
Exclusive excerpts from book, “Fraternity,” by Diane Brady

We Few, We Happy Few.
As Holy Cross Rugby celebrates its golden anniversary, former players recall the bonds forged on the pitch.
By Mark C.N. Sullivan

Unlikely Allies
Stephen Martineau ’97 helps turn potential enemies into friends forever
By Sarah Schewe

Attitude is Everything
Trustee Donna Winn ’76 sheds light on the important work underway behind the scenes to keep Holy Cross strong and supported
By Christine Hofmann-Bourque

The Profile: Stanley Grayson ’72: Mentoring with a New York State of Mind
By Elizabeth Walker

Your Turn: Riding for Hope
By James T. Richardson, associate director of admissions

Also:
- Campus Notebook
- Book Notes
- Gifts at Work
- Sports
- Alumni News
- In Memoriam
Holy Cross Magazine, Vol. 45, No. 3, Summer 2011

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Syllabus: American Film
with Steve Vineberg
By Pam Reponen

The Sanctae Crucis Awards
Meet the 2011 Sanctae Crucis honorees, four alumni who have forged paths of distinction: Erin Boyd ’99, Patrick C.W. Tam ’81, John Zaia, M.D., ’64, and Kathleen Curran ’89.
By Christine Hofmann-Bourque

The Chapel’s Unique Guest
German artist Angela Glajcar installed one of her ethereal works at Holy Cross, helping visitors contemplate sacred space in a new way.
Photos by Pat O’Connor

Teachers & Scholars
Examine the heart of the Holy Cross academic experience—faculty excellence—and discover the passion that eight newly tenured professors bring to their classrooms and their fields of study. Featuring: Rosa Elena Carrasquillo, Caroline Johnson Hodge, Gwenn Miller, Daniel Klinghard, Leon Claessens, Karen A. Ober, Paul Oxley, Ann Sheehy,
By Kimberly Staley ’99, Rebecca Smith ’99, Jody Garlock, Debra Steilen, Christine Hofmann-Bourque
Photographs by Matthew Atanian

After His Wife’s Passing, a Young Father, Billy Macaluso ’87, Gives Back and Gives Thanks
By Christine Hofmann-Bourque

Flashback: The Holy Cross Mace: A Gift from an Admirer
By Christine McEnery ’11

Gridiron Alumni Reach Out
Still in its first quarter, the 90-Wide mentoring program is connecting athletes to alumni who can help launch their career visions.
By John W. Gearan ’65

Jon Morris 64 Makes the Pats’ Hall of Fame
After what many considered a far too-long wait, the Crusader takes his spot among fellow greats
By John W. Gearan ’65

The Profile: AnnMaura Connolly ’86: The Voice of Community Service
By Benjamin Gleisser

Your Turn: Sacrificing Paradise
By Karinna Alvarez ’13

Also:
- Campus Notebook
- Book Notes
- Gifts at Work
- Sports
- Alumni News
- In Memoriam
Holy Cross Magazine, Vol. 45, No. 2, Spring 2011

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Syllabus: Molecular Biology/HIV Pandemic
with Ann M. Sheehy
By Pam Reponen

Holy Cross Takes the Floor
Step into a world of sport, grace and movement with the Holy Cross Ballroom Dance Club and Team.
By Jody Garlock

10-Year Accreditation
After receiving a positive re-accreditation report, the College looks to its next steps for continuing meaningful growth.
By Ellen Ryder

Jesuits in Baghdad
From 1932 to 1969, Jesuits ran a groundbreaking school in Baghdad—five of those men are Holy Cross Jesuits, who share their memories of that fascinating time.

Flashback: Behind the Lines: Holy Cross and the Civil War
By Elizabether Walker

A Surgeon’s Service
Ken Edwards, M.D., ’80 P12 works for social justice and healing in Bolivia
By Debra Steilen

The Chief Will Never Die
At Holy Cross, First Lt. Jimmy “The Chief” Scondras ’43 helped the Crusaders to some of the most thrilling victories of the era.
John W. Gearan ’65

The Profile: Toro! Toro! Toro!
Working in professional sports runs in the family for Dave Dowd ’95.
By Benjamin Gleisser

Your Turn: My Vows, My Church, My Hope
By Rev. William Clark, S.J.

Also:
- Campus Notebook
- Book Notes
- Gifts at Work
- Sports
- Alumni News
- In Memoriam
Holy Cross Magazine, Vol. 45, No. 1, Winter 2011

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Syllabus: Catholic Thought and Social Action
with Susan Crawford Sullivan
By Pam Reponen

Haiti’s Struggle
Holy Cross alumni are among those who came to Haiti’s aid when the ground shook and hundreds of thousands were thrown into chaos. Today, almost one year after the quake, men and women from the Hill are standing in solidarity with a devastated country.
By Lisa Armstrong

Rink Master
Figure skating maestro Frank Carroll ’60 has been on the ice as an athlete, a performer and a coach for more than 50 years—with gold-medal results.
By Debra Steilen

Flashback: The Dramatic Society Flies with the ‘Eaglet’
By HCM

An Accidental Educator
Patrick Moore ’03 bypasses law school to start a school of his own
By Michelle M. Murphy

Stoking the Spirit of Sport
Injury took Philippe Doria Cândido ’11 off the soccer field but didn’t diminish his spirit for sport. He now excels as the chief student evangelist for Holy Cross intramurals.
By John Gearan ’65

The Profile: Dan Kennedy ’68: Master of Mathematics
Dan Kennedy ’68 favors creativity and collaboration in the classroom.
By Benjamin Gleisser

Your Turn: Does It Hurt?
Psychology major and visual arts minor Katie O’Connell ’11, of Medford, Mass., became a marrow donor two years ago and graciously shared her experiences with Holy Cross Magazine..
By Katie O’Connell ’11

Also:
- Campus Notebook
- Book Notes
- Gifts at Work
- Sports
- Alumni News
- In Memoriam
Holy Cross Magazine, Vol. 44, No. 4, Fall 2010

College of the Holy Cross

Syllabus: Medieval Art
Virginia C. Raguin, visual arts department
By Pam Reponen

The President’s Report: 2009-2010
Today, systematic strategic planning has a dynamic and visible role on campus
By Rev. Michael C. McFarland, S.J.

Expanding Vision
From its humble beginnings with one Jesuit instructor, the Holy Cross visual arts department has emerged as a hub of dedicated research and innovative creative expression in the pursuit of art.
By Rebecca Smith ’99 and Kimberly Staley ’99

’95 Classmates Offer Healing at the Border
Playtime and yoga bring peace where just surviving is a fight
By Elizabeth Quaglieri ’11

Calling Patriot Place
A nod from the Patriots’ Hall of Fame eludes all-star Crusader and Pats’ center Jon Morris ’64
By John W. Gearan ’65

The Profile: Bill Abbott ’84 Puts Mentoring First
By Benjamin Gleisser

Your Turn: All Three Away
By Maureen Varley ’76 and Boris Moczula

Also:
- Campus Notebook
- Book Notes
- Gifts at Work
- Sports
- Alumni News
- In Memoriam
Holy Cross Magazine, Vol. 44, No. 3, Summer 2010

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Syllabus: Sea Power
Cmdr. John K. Bishop, USN, acting commanding officer, visiting associate professor and acting chair, naval science, Holy Cross NROTC Unit
By Pam Reponen

Reporting for Duty
Starting with the very first students to arrive on Mount St. James, Holy Cross alumni have a long legacy of military service
By Christine Hofmann-Bourque

Cheeseburgers and Brotherly Love
On a happy Christmas evening, Phil Juska unveiled a masterpiece that took three months to perfect: a model of the Miss Worcester diner, crafted for his brother, Bill Juska ’66, a longtime fan of the late-night eatery.
By Sarah Saffian

Kellie Terry-Sepulveda ’00 at Home in the Bronx
Maintaining a creative haven where it’s needed most
By Sarah Schewe

Flashback: The Greatest Generation Trains at Holy Cross
By James Dempsey

From the Big Ten to the Big Easy
Terry Malone ’82 felt the call—and took a call—to coach
By John W. Gearan ’65

The Profile: Donna M. O’Brien ’77 Earns NIH Director’s Award
By Jeff Wagenheim

Also:
- Campus Notebook
- Book Notes
- Gifts at Work
- Sports
- Alumni News
- In Memoriam
Holy Cross Magazine, Vol. 44, No. 2, Spring 2010

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For the Love of Earth
With Jesuit spirit under its wings, the entire Holy Cross community commits to a serious plan of environmental progress
By Jeff Wagenheim

Chicago Son
Windy City native Jack Higgins ’76 found the path to his dreams on Mount St. James
By Suzanne Morrissey

Peace and Leadership
Focusing on the present, one courageous alumna, Lisa- Marie Calderone-Stewart ’79, builds a lasting legacy

Flashback: Cool, Clear Water
Even as Mount St. James changed from raising crops to educating students, its inhabitants made use of the Hill’s abundant, pure water.
By James Dempsey

Syllabus: Montserrat Seminar: Stewardship and Sustainability
Alice Laffey, associate professor, religious studies
By Pam Reponen

Climb of a Lifetime
An adventurous Crusader, Coleen Lynch ’95, finds herself standing atop Africa’s tallest peak
By John W. Gearan ’65

Unsung Heroines of the Rink
Crusader women dominate on the ice, fired by their passion for the sport
By John W. Gearan ’65

Green Team
Quietly building a bond with the Regional Environmental Council of Central Massachusetts, Holy Cross plants seeds of hope in the community.
By Catherine A. Roberts

The Profile: Molly Taylor Jolly ’88
There’s no glass ceiling in baseball, says Molly Taylor Jolly ’88, vice president of finance and administration for the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, and one of the highest-ranking women in the Major Leagues.
By Benjamin Gleisser

Also:
- News From The Hill
- Faculty & Staff
- The Power of One
- Alumni News
- Book Notes
- Athletics
- In Memoriam
Holy Cross Magazine, Vol. 44, No. 1, Winter 2010

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Love on the Hill
Three couples, three generations, three charming stories of true romance that started—each in their own unique way— right here on Mount St. James. Plus: A revealing Q&A inter- view with Sr. Lucille Cormier, S.A.S.V., who has led more than 400 couples from “I will!” to “I do!” in her 12 years as Holy Cross wedding coordinator
By Rebecca Smith ’99

The Science of Doing
Students thrive in the Summer Research Program, where unique side-by-side experience with faculty boosts their post-College plans
By Kathleen S. Carr ’96
Photos by Dan Vaillancourt

Three-Way Win
Internships Benefit Students, Alumni, New York Companies
By Laura Freeman ’96

One Family’s Heartfelt Mission
Mullman scholarship makes Holy Cross a possibility for Cristo Rey students
By Rebecca Smith ’99

Flashback: Memory Keeper
Scrapbooks kept by Holy Cross men in the 1920s and ’30s have a home in the Archives and offer a charming glimpse into college life of another era.
By James Dempsey
Photos by John Buckingham

Syllabus: American Presidency
Donald Brand, political science
By Pam Reponen

Respect on and off the field
Holy Cross students energize an outreach program built to help Worcester’s public school athletes.
By John W. Gearan ’65
Photography by Matthew Atanian

One of a Kind
A Jack-of-all-trades for Crusader athletics for decades, “Jackie Mo” has been a friend to all.
By John W. Gearan ’65

Gratitude and Grace
Excerpts from address given by 2009 Distinguished Teacher Blaise Nagy, professor of classics
By Blaise Nagy

The Profile: Carolyn P. O’Keefe ’78
By Michael Reardon

Also:
- News From The Hill
- Faculty & Staff
- The Power of One
- Alumni News
- Book Notes
- Athletics
- In Memoriam
Holy Cross Magazine, Vol. 43, No. 4, Fall 2009

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The President’s Report 2009: The Importance of Engaged Learning
In his annual report, Rev. Michael C. McFarland, S.J., explains the College’s commitment to engaged learning, and how Holy Cross is preparing students for postgraduate lives.
By Rev. Michael C. McFarland, S.J.

From College Hill to Beacon Hill
Five Holy Cross alumni carry out their commitment to service in Massachusetts government as leaders of some of the commonwealth’s most crucial agencies and departments.
By Rebecca Smith ’99
Photography by Rob Carlin

Climbing Their Own Mountain
As the second year of Montserrat, the College’s program for first-year students, begins, HCM examines the unique structure and mission that make it a vital part of the Holy Cross experience.
By Laura Porter
Photos by Rob Carlin

Flashback: Treasures of the Archives
Peek inside the Holy Cross Archive and you’ll find mementos that prove Purple Pride has a long shelf life.
By James Demspey
Photos by John Buckingham

Syllabus: Montserrat seminar: Health Enhancing Behaviors
John Axelson, psychology department
By Pam Reponen

Jeanne DelSignore ’79 hustles on and off the field
By John Gearan ’65

Lessons from the Journey
Dan and Jillian Kearney have been volunteering with the Peace Corps in Macedonia for almost two years, teaching the under- served Roma population.
By Dan Kearney ’00

The Profile: Peter Jankowski ’86
By Michael Reardon

Also:
- News From The Hill
- Faculty & Staff
- The Power of One
- Alumni News
- Book Notes
- Athletics
- In Memoriam
Holy Cross Magazine, Vol. 43, No. 3, Summer 2009

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A Valedictorian’s New Address
In 2003, Jon Favreau spoke to an audience of hundreds on Fitton Field. Today, as chief speechwriter in the White House, his words reach billions.
By John Marchese

How the Economic Crisis Affects Holy Cross
In this special report, we asked Holy Cross experts to shed light on the real-time impact of today’s financial challenges on admissions, financial aid, the endowment and operations.
By James O’Neil ’85

Syllabus: Abnormal Psychology
Amy Wolfson, professor, and Jumi Hayaki, assistant professor
By Pam Reponen

Flashback: Another Time, Another Commencement
An exalted visitor brought cheer to Worcester’s Irish Catholics during the 1907 Commencement
By James Dempsey

The Old Cap Comes Back!
Vin Holland ’41 dreamed of being with his beloved Crusader basketball team one more time, and a loving family helped make his wish come true.
By John W. Gearan ’65

Merrily, Merrily, Merrily
Chris Hayden ’10 leads his team and his life with an attitude that inspires.
By John W. Gearan ’65

Expanding the Global Vision of Holy Cross
In January, Fr. McFarland, president of the College, traveled to Indonesia to investigate a new study abroad program. He shared these insights with HCM upon his return.
By Rev. Michael C. McFarland, S.J.

The Profile: Timothy H. Bishop ’72
By James O’Neill ’85

Also:
- News From The Hill
- Faculty & Staff
- The Power of One
- Alumni News
- Book Notes
- Athletics
- In Memoriam
Holy Cross Magazine, Vol. 43, No. 2, Spring 2009

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Choosing a Path
Mike Rogers, S.J., ’02, Brent Otto, S.J., ’01 and Brett McLaughlin, S.J., ’04, from left above, are among the handful of Holy Cross graduates who have quietly, purposefully made the choice to live a life for others as members of the Society of Jesus. Learn how their personal stories of discernment unfolded on Mount St. James.
By Michelle M. Murphy
Illustrations by James Steinberg

New Home, New Discoveries
As students and faculty settle in at the recently opened Park B. and Linda Smith Laboratories, we take a look inside the new facility and contemplate what this ambitious project means for the future of Holy Cross.
By HCM

Full STEM Ahead
$400,000+ grant funds Luce Scholarships for undergraduate women in science
By Elizabeth Thompson Walker

Syllabus: Classical Physical Chemistry
Jude A. Kelley, assistant professor of chemistry
By Pam Reponen

Flashback: Wild Blue Yonder
Holy Cross students once took to the skies, learning some valuable life lessons along the way
By James Dempsey

Poise Under Pressure
With the impressive athletic feats of his father and grandfather at his back, Matt Perry ’10 still manages to excel and be “just Matt.”
By John Gearan ’65

Bob Credle ’65 pays it forward
By John Gearan ’65

Award-winning Teacher Shares His Own Truths
Noel D. Cary, associate professor of history, offered these thoughts to the Holy Cross community on the occasion of receiving the College’s Distinguished Teaching Award at the annual Fall Convocation in October.
By Noel D. Cary

The Profile: Jack O’Connell ’81
By Rebecca Smith ’99

Also:
- News From The Hill
- Faculty & Staff
- The Power of One
- Alumni News
- Book Notes
- Athletics
- In Memoriam
Holy Cross Magazine, Vol. 43, No. 1, Winter 2009

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Defining “The Cooz”
A personal essay
By Dave Anderson ’51

Ever Striving for “the Greater”
College president emeritus, Rev. John E. Brooks, S.J., ’49, reflects on the character of his longtime friend
By Clark Booth ’61

One on one with Bob Cousy
On Oct. 27, Bob Cousy ’50 sat down with sports journalist Clark V. Booth ’61 to discuss Bob’s extraordinary life and career and to reflect upon his legacy in the world of basketball— and beyond.
By Clark Booth ’61

Syllabus: Magic Lessons
Jonathan Mulrooney, professor of English
By Pam Reponen

1962-63: Big Men on Campus
The Cross and Scroll Society lectures series of 1962-63: W. H. Auden, Robert Frost, Martin Luther King Jr., and Wernher von Braun
By James Dempsey

Poise Under Pressure
Briana McFadden ’10 rules on the court and in the lab
By John Gearan ’65

Finding Yourself
Address given by Jonathan Niconchuk ’09 to the Class of 2012 at Fall Convocation, Sept. 1, 2008.
By Jonathan Niconchuk ’09

The Profile: Maria Eugenia Ferré Rangel ’89
By Michael Reardon

Also:
- News From The Hill
- Faculty & Staff
- The Power of One
- Alumni News
- Book Notes
- Athletics
- In Memoriam
Holy Cross Magazine, Vol. 42, No. 4, Fall 2008

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Sher Brilliance
In the wake of winning the Tony Award, Bart Sher ’81 is one of the hottest theater directors in the country
By John Marchese

Learning to Let Go (a little)
In the digital age, staying constantly connected across vast distances is easy and habit-forming. But experts warn that, when parents offer “too much help,” the development of the emerging adult can be hindered.
By Laura Porter
Illustrations by Michael Witte

In the Footsteps of Matteo Ricci
An alumni travel-study tour of eastern China
By Meghan Ryan

Syllabus: Sociology of College Life
Leslie Killgore, visiting assistant professor
By Pam Reponen

Flashback: The Silver Screen In Kimball
Kimball Theater Projector
By James Dempsey

Parenting from Below
By Susan and Michael Stuart

The Profile: Henry J. Blommer Jr. ’55
By Michael Reardon

Also:
- News From The Hill
- Faculty & Staff
- The Power of One
- Alumni News
- Book Notes
- Athletics
- In Memoriam
Holy Cross Magazine, Vol. 42, No. 3, Summer 2008

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Remembrance and Celebration
For 28 years, Jerry Colbert ’64, the producer of the PBS holiday concerts, has honored our nation and glorified our freedom.
By Rebecca Smith ’99

Arbor Studies
It is a little-known fact that the Holy Cross campus is a registered arboretum—a collection of maintained specimen trees. Read about the history of the award-winning landscape that defines our unique campus.
By James Dempsey

Bugs and Bones
The inaugural Ardizzone awards enable pioneering faculty field work
By Rebecca Smith ’99

Syllabus: Understanding Jesus
Rev. William Reiser, S.J., professor of religious studies
By Pam Reponen

Flashback: When Houdini escaped from The Hill
On Dec. 10, 1925—according to the student newspaper, The Tomahawk—more than 1,000 people packed the auditorium at Holy Cross for a performance by Harry Houdini—a virtual sellout, considering the student body numbered 1,084.
By James Dempsey

Grandpa Was Right!
Dominic Randolph ’09 took a circuitous route to the Hill, but this gridiron diamond is now shining brightly.
By John Gearan ’65

Ownie Carroll ’25: Renaissance Man
Remembering the humble hurler who had it all
By John Gearan ’65

Uncharted Waters
By Rev. Catherine H. Reed, assistant chaplain

The Profile: Leigh Anne Brodsky ’80
By Michael Reardon

Also:
- News From The Hill
- Faculty & Staff
- The Power of One
- Alumni News
- Book Notes
- Athletics
- In Memoriam
Holy Cross Magazine, Vol. 42, No. 2, Spring 2008

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The City Where We Live
Join us for a look at—and celebration of—alma mater’s hometown. Professor emeritus of history and former mayor of Worcester, John Anderson ’57, examines the city of seven hills and speculates about its future.
By John Anderson ’57

Filling the Void
Kenneth J. Moynihan ’66 writes a history of early Worcester
By Rebecca Smith ’99

Four Decades of Service
Celebrating its 40th anniversary as a campus institution, SPUD continues to thrive on service, solidarity and social justice.
By Laura Porter

Syllabus: Growing Up American
Patrick J. Ireland, associate professor of English
By Pam Reponen

Flashback: The Day-hops
In the era of commuter students, the Carlin Day Room was a haven on The Hill for Worcesterites.
By James Dempsey

Globetrotters
For generations of Crusader hoopsters, life after Mount St. James means a wild adventure in the international leagues
By John Gearan ’65

Give Another Hoiah!
By John Gearan ’65

Finding My New Hometown
By Jabián Gutiérrez ’08

The Profile: Frederick H. Eppinger ’81
By Michael Reardon

Also:
- News From The Hill
- Faculty & Staff
- The Power of One
- Alumni News
- Book Notes
- Athletics
- In Memoriam
Holy Cross Magazine, Vol. 42 No. 1, Winter 2008

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The Place For Athletics
At a time when college sports scandals abound and the Academy is rethinking the proper place for athletics within the world of higher education, HCM recently sponsored a forum on this complex and challenging subject. Read the transcript of this discussion and discover what the future might hold for Crusader sports.
Moderated by Clark V. Booth ’61
Photographs by Patrick O’Connor

Flashback: The Bard of Linden Lane
Jesuit, College administrator and ardent booster for alma mater, Rev. Michael J. Earls of the Class of 1896 brought national attention to Holy Cross when he hosted G.K. Chesterton’s visit to Mount St. James. But, in his day, Fr. Earls was also a prolific poet who drew inspiration for his verse from the campus he loved so much.
By James Dempsey

In Search of the Double Vision
An excerpt from the address given by Associate Professor James Kee of the English department, upon his receipt of this year’s Distinguished Teaching Award.
By James Kee

The Profile: Jeffrey W. Wiley, M.D., ’89
By Michael Reardon

Also:
- News From The Hill
- Faculty & Staff
- The Power of One
- Alumni News
- Book Notes
- Athletics
- In Memoriam
Holy Cross Magazine, Vol. 41, No. 4, Fall 2007

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Far-Flung Friends
Many journeys began on the slopes of Mount St. James, and Holy Cross alumni can be found all over this ever-shrinking planet. What is it that drives these wanderers? Meet nine alums who took the road less traveled. Where did they go? Why did they leave? And what did they learn?
By James Dempsey
Illustrations by Michael Weldon

The V-12 Program
While World War II raged, the College faced the wholesale emptying of its classrooms as young men enlisted—or were drafted, into the armed services. Then, in July 1943, Holy Cross became one of 131 institutions across the nation to host a V-12 unit. In turn, the insertion of the military into the life of a quiet Catholic New England college wrought many changes.
By James Dempsey

When it comes to helping others, ’67 alums take a world view
By Maureen Moran ’89

Flasback: When they scanned the skies: The College Observatory
By James Dempsey

The Right Moves: Casey Gough ’08
By John Gearan ‘65

Face to Face
Danuta Bukatko, Joseph H. Maguire ’58 Professor in Education

The Profile: Harry K. Thomas Jr. ’78
By Michael Reardon

Also:
- News From The Hill
- Faculty & Staff
- The Power of One
- Alumni News
- Book Notes
- Athletics
- In Memoriam
Holy Cross Magazine, Vol. 41, No. 3, Summer 2007

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The Joy of Reading
While the “death of the book” has been prophesized for years, the dawn of the digital age has brought renewed worry to bibliophiles everywhere. Holy Cross faculty, administrators, students and alumni weigh in on the future of the book—and offer suggestions for a summer full of reading.
By James Dempsey
Illustration by Karen Shilad

“Mr. Holy Cross”
Football star, Marine and steward of the alumni body. After four decades of service, Pat McCarthy ’63 steps down as director of alumni relations.
By Michael Reardon

Flashback: The Triumvirate
By Rev. Anthony J. Kuzniewski, S.J.

Journey to the Big Dance
By Jonathan Gearan ’65

A 21st-Century Pilgrimage
By Rabbi Norman M. Cohen ’72

The Profile: Julie Halpin Anderson ’84
By Michael Reardon

Also:
- News From The Hill
- Faculty & Staff
- The Power of One
- Alumni News
- Book Notes
- Athletics
- In Memoriam