Tag: Owen Whaley
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Student Protests Mark an End to Turbulent Year for Higher Education
Owen Whaley ‘24 Chief News Editor The 2023-24 academic year has been the most tumultuous in recent memory, raising fundamental questions about higher education’s place in a world marred by polarization, discontent, and war. And now, these challenges have been laid bare by the eruption of mass student protests on…
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“Get Out and Enjoy the Warm Weather,” Says Professor Who Assigned You 400 Pages of Readings for the Week
Owen Whaley ‘24 Chief News Editor Spring is on the horizon, and you know what that means: emails from professors reminding you to spend some time outside and enjoy the warm weather this weekend. Also, don’t forget to finish reading all of Joyce’s Ulysses by Sunday. “Be sure to enjoy…
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BJF Society Hosts Debates on Age Cap for the Presidency, Gun Policy, and Legacy Admissions at Holy Cross
Owen Garvey ‘27 News Editor On Feb. 24, the B.J.F. Society hosted debates in the Levis Browsing Room of Dinand Library on whether there should be an age cap for the U.S. presidency, gun policy, and legacy admissions preferences at Holy Cross. Attorney and former Society president Neil Cawley ’91…
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With a New Format, BJF Society Hosts First Debates of the Semester
Katie Sullivan ’27 Staff Writer The Benedict Joseph Fenwick Debating Society hosted its first practice session of the semester on Feb. 10. Topics debated included the clash between Texas Governor Greg Abbott and President Biden over immigration, standardized testing in college admissions, and whether Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in…
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Community Mourns Loss of Professor Thomas Doughton, Mentor and Friend
Owen Whaley ‘24 Chief News Editor Professor Thomas Doughton, Senior Lecturer in the Center for Interdisciplinary and Special Studies, passed away at his home in Worcester on Saturday, Feb. 3. “Please join us in extending our deepest sympathies to his family, friends and loved ones, his current and former students…
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An Unprecedented Number of Colleges Eliminated Standardized Testing Requirements. Now, They’re Facing New Doubts.
Owen Whaley ‘24 Chief News Editor In 2005, Holy Cross became one of the first colleges to eliminate standardized testing requirements from admissions. That decision, which drew national attention, resulted largely out of a desire to bolster diversity on what was then a decidedly homogenous campus. “We are increasingly concerned…
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President Rougeau Honored with Leadership Award at Manhattan Ceremony
Owen Whaley ‘24 Chief News Editor The Archdiocese of New York honored President Vincent D. Rougeau at the Annual Venerable Pierre Toussaint Awards Dinner in Manhattan on Nov. 6. First established in 1978, the Pierre Toussaint Medallion celebrates leaders distinguished in the realms of education, social justice, and spirituality. Past…
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Fall of Affirmative Action Prompts Holy Cross to Reconsider Legacy Admissions
Owen Whaley ‘24 Chief News Editor The Supreme Court’s decision to overturn race-based affirmative action in college admissions this past June resulted in renewed calls for the end of legacy admissions. “We need a higher education system that works for everyone, from Appalachia to Atlanta and far beyond. We can…
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Faculty Panel Discusses Israel-Hamas War Amid Rising Tensions on U.S. Campuses
Owen Whaley ‘24 Chief News Editor Amid an outbreak of war between Israel and the Islamist militant group Hamas, U.S. college campuses have become staging grounds for intense debates and mass demonstrations. Dueling protests have erupted into violent clashes. Students and professors have faced personal and professional retaliation for voicing…
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Holy Cross Contends with Homeless Encampments Amid Worcester Housing Crisis
Owen Whaley ‘24 Chief News Editor This past March, more than 15 Senate leaders issued a joint statement urging the federal government to take sweeping action to address the nation’s housing needs. “Whether they rent or own – whether they live in urban, rural, suburban, or Native communities – too…
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Ripples of Israel-Hamas War Reverberate on Campuses Nationwide
Owen Whaley ‘24 Chief News Editor In a Sept. 23 guest lecture in the Hogan Ballroom, Admiral James Stavridis, retired four-star United States naval officer and former NATO Supreme Allied Commander, examined threats to the liberal international order. In their efforts to combat Russia and China, he argued, U.S. policymakers…
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Holy Cross Rises in Rankings as U.S. News & World Report Faces Backlash and Boycotts
Owen Whaley ’24 Chief News Editor President Vincent D. Rougeau celebrated Holy Cross’ entry into the top thirty of the U.S. News & World Report rankings of national liberal arts colleges last week. “This is a recognition of the incredible work of our students, faculty, and staff,” he wrote in…
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Seniors Network with Alumni and Explore Post-Graduate Opportunities at Career Social
Owen Whaley ’24 Features Editor Kieran Corcoran ’24 was nervous as he passed through the entrance of the ballroom of the Hogan Campus Center. “I thought, ‘this is my chance to land a job,’” he recalls. “I wanted to say all of the right things so that I would be…
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With Close and Apart, Holy Cross Teachers Channel Grief Through Music
Matt Nickerson ’24 Chief Features Editor How can you turn someone else’s story into art? That was one of several questions posed to Holy Cross professors Matthew Jaskot and Susan Elizabeth Sweeney, during a panel on their song cycle, Close and Apart, in the Rehm Library on the afternoon of…
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Holy Cross Students Explore Study Abroad Opportunities
Owen Garvey ’27 News Staff Writer The Study Abroad Browsing Session was held in the Hive of the Prior Performing Arts Center on September 5. The fair allowed students to hear about opportunities, stories, and more interesting topics related to the study abroad programs offered by College of the Holy…
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New Year Begins for a Holy Cross on the Rise
Owen Whaley ’24 Chief News Editor In a September 6 letter to the Class of 2027, Cornell B. LeSane II, Vice President for Enrollment Management, reflected on the excitement of the new year. “In my role, I have the privilege of witnessing the formation of each new class,” he wrote.…
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Sophomores Prepare for Study Abroad
Owen Whaley ‘24 Features Editor Students at the College of the Holy Cross have unparalleled opportunities for academic and cultural immersion, with over forty study abroad programs in countries around the world. As the academic year comes to an end, many sophomores are preparing for the journey ahead. Emma Grayeb…
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An Inside Look at The Spire
Owen Whaley ’24Features Editor It has been nearly a century since this paper first hit the stands. Today, staff members are continuing the mission of helping build a more informed and empowered student body. A past internship inspired Joseph Abrams ‘23 to become the paper’s chief news editor. “I had…
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Students Attend CAB Celtics Game
Owen Whaley ‘24Features Editor Members of Campus Activities Board had high hopes as they were designing programming for this semester. “There’s a lot of behind-the-scenes planning and logistics that go into each event,” Vice President of Programming Madison Dunn ‘22 tells me, “but we wanted to give students fun opportunities…
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Students Reflect on Christmas
Owen Whaley ‘24Features Editor “I love the Christmas season, and I’m so excited to spend time with my family and friends over Christmas break. I went home on Friday and helped my family decorate the Christmas tree, which is always such a joy. I also plan to attend Lessons & Carols…
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Former Presidential Advisor Talks U.S. Grand Strategy
Owen Whaley ‘24 Features Editor In a lecture at Holy Cross, Tim Morrison, a senior fellow at the Hudson Institute and former advisor to President Donald J. Trump, called for the United States to counter surging authoritarianism through a comprehensive grand strategy. The event, which drew over one hundred attendees, was…
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Crusader of the Week: Erin Reinhart ‘23
Owen Whaley ‘24Features Editor Major: Political Science, Peace and Conflict Studies concentrationHometown: Wauwatosa, WisconsinDorm: LoyolaCampus activities: SGA, College Democrats, Feminist Forum, Pax ChristiHobbies: Trying new restaurants, watching movies, and cookingFavorite course: Liberation TheologyWhy you picked Holy Cross: The close-knit community and how dedicated all of the professorsareWhat you would change…
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Students Reflect on a Killer Halloween
Owen Whaley ‘24Features Editor “This Halloweekend my friends and I decided to dress up as the cast of “Shrek.” We were very excited to have Halloween back on campus so we went all out—green face paint, red hairspray for Fiona, and everything.” – Monica Regan ‘23 “So many memories were…
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Students Explore Foreign Policy in the Alexander Hamilton Society
Owen Whaley ’24 Features Editor The Alexander Hamilton Society has emerged as a staple of political life on campus. Its passionate members explore a myriad of foreign policy issues: relations between the United States and China, political and economic instability in Latin America, the dangers of nuclear proliferation, and more. …
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Crusader of the Week: Kenneth Wong ‘24
Major: History and Classics Hometown: Hong Kong/Britain Dorm: The Edge Campus activities: St Peter and St Paul Society, Philosophy Club, Pax Christi, Manuscripts Club, Classics Club Hobbies: Reading, Writing, Food, Socialising, Jogging, Visiting Cathedrals, Museums Favorite course: Classical Drama, Early Church Why you picked Holy Cross: Close-knit Catholic community What…
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An Inside Look at the Club That Brought You The Kid LAROI
Owen Whaley ’24 Features Editor If you have golfed, ice skated, or gone to a concert headlined by perhaps the biggest musical artist in the world this semester, thank Campus Activities Board. After a momentous return to campus, one thing is clear: it’s just getting started. Chris Marchese ‘22 joined…
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Peep My Crib: Healy Hall
Owen Whaley ‘24 Features Editor For sophomores Matthew Lawrence and Chris Mathewson, a dorm should feel like home. Perhaps the first thing you’ll feel when you step into their room is nostalgia. (Remember Squidward’s gaudy self-portrait? They have it.) Along either wall, stunning pieces pay homage to legendary films of…
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Crusader of the Week: George Caldwell ‘24
Major: Classics Hometown: Washington, D.C. Dorm: Wheeler Hall Campus activities: Campus Activities Board, Flag Football, Outdoors Club Hobbies: Playing guitar, reading, running, working out at the Jo Favorite course: Buddhism What you would change about Holy Cross: Change the food options at Kimball each year Skill you hope to learn:…
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Two Decades After 9/11, Students Honor the Fallen
Owen Whaley ’24 Features Editor On September 11, 2001, thousands perished in devastating attacks on the American homeland by the terrorist group Al-Qaeda. Seven Holy Cross alumni were lost that day: John Ryan ’78, Thomas Burke ’85, Edward Brennan ’86, Neilie Heffernan Casey ’90, John Farrell ’91, Todd Isaac ’94,…