College of the Holy Cross

The College of the Holy Cross is proud to announce the members of the Class of 2028. Hailing from 507 different high schools, 41 U.S. states and territories and 13 different countries, this incoming class represents one of the most diverse and academically accomplished classes in the College's history. These newly minted Crusaders have distinguished themselves through community service, leadership roles, and diverse participation in areas like the arts, music and athletics. Welcome to Holy Cross, Class of 2028!

College of the Holy Cross congratulates more than 1,600 students who were named to the Spring 2024 Dean's List.

Holy Cross celebrated its 178th Commencement on Friday, May 24 at the DCU Center in Worcester. Space scientist and former president of Worcester Polytechnic Institute Dr. Laurie Leshin delivered the address to 751 graduating seniors graduating this year. In addition to Leshin, Holy Cross also awarded an honorary degree to longtime Holy Cross administrator Rev. Paul F. Harman, S.J.

College of the Holy Cross congratulates more than 1,600 students who were named to the Fall 2023 Dean's List.

Thirty-one Holy Cross students were inducted into Alpha Sigma Nu, the Jesuit honor society founded in 1915, at a ceremony held on Sunday, Oct. 23rd in the Rehm Library. The new inductees exemplify the society's values of excellence in scholarship, loyalty and service.

The College of the Holy Cross is proud to announce the members of the Class of 2027. Hailing from 38 states and territories, and 12 different countries, more than 15 percent of Holy Cross' Class of 2027 are first-generation college students. These newly minted Crusaders have distinguished themselves through community service, leadership roles, and diverse participation in areas like the arts, music and athletics. Welcome to Holy Cross, Class of 2027!

College of the Holy Cross congratulates Sloane Larsen on receiving the 2023 Shirley Verrett French Prize. The Shirley Verrett French Prize in Memory of the Rev. Lionel P. Honore, S. J. is awarded to the top French major in the graduating class as determined by the French faculty.

College of the Holy Cross congratulates Peter Oliver on receiving the 2023 Varsity Club Norton Prize. The Varsity Club Norton Prize is given to an outstanding student-athlete.

College of the Holy Cross congratulates Haley Welsh on receiving the 2023 Vannicelli Washington Semester Program Award (Spring '22). The Vannicelli Washington Semester Program Award is given for the best thesis in the Washington Semester Program.

College of the Holy Cross congratulates Kathleen McCarthy on receiving the 2023 Vannicelli Washington Semester Program Award (Fall '21). The Vannicelli Washington Semester Program Award is given for the best thesis in the Washington Semester Program.

College of the Holy Cross congratulates Alexandra Biggs on receiving the 2023 Edward F. Wall Jr. Prize. The Edward F. Wall Jr. Prize is awarded annually to a fourth-year student whose research essay in any field of history is judged by the Department of History to be exemplary. The prize is in memory of Edward F. Wall Jr., a former Chair of the Department and Class Dean, who was a member of the faculty for 34 years.

College of the Holy Cross congratulates 11 students who received the 2023 Presidential Service Award. The Presidential Service Award honors graduating seniors who have, to an exceptional degree, used their time, talents and resources in service to the College, their fellow students and the Worcester community.

College of the Holy Cross congratulates Julia Cashman on receiving the 2023 George B. Moran Award.The George B. Moran Award is the highest honor given by the College to a graduating senior in recognition of exemplary scholarship and leadership.

College of the Holy Cross congratulates Mo Amin on receiving the 2023 Maurizio Vannicelli Prize in Italian Studies. The Maurizio Vannicelli Prize in Italian Studies is awarded for the best essay on a theme of Italian literature or culture.

College of the Holy Cross congratulates Margaret Hannick on receiving the 2023 George B. Moran Award.The George B. Moran Award is the highest honor given by the College to a graduating senior in recognition of exemplary scholarship and leadership.

College of the Holy Cross congratulates Samantha Marzi on receiving the 2023 Study Abroad Independent Project Prize. The Study Abroad Independent Project Prize is given for initiative, seriousness of purpose, and excellence in a Study Abroad Independent Project.

College of the Holy Cross congratulates Ganiyat Karimu on receiving the 2023 Carter G. Woodson Prize. The Carter G. Woodson Prize is given to a fourth-year student for outstanding scholarly or artistic achievement in African American Studies.

College of the Holy Cross congratulates Riley Flint on receiving the 2023 George Bernard Shaw Award. The George Bernard Shaw Award is given for the best essay in dramatic literature or film.

College of the Holy Cross congratulates Benjamin Kelly on receiving the 2023 Strain Gold Medal. The Strain Gold Medal is given for the best essay submitted during the academic year on a subject taken from the field of philosophy.

College of the Holy Cross congratulates Obiamaka Igwenagu on receiving the 2023 John Paul Reardon Medal and Award. The John Paul Reardon Medal and Award was established in 1985 by John Paul Reardon, a former faculty member, in memory of the late Rev. J. Gerard Mears, S.J. The medal and award are given annually to a graduating student for excellence in studio art.

College of the Holy Cross congratulates Alexandra Adamek on receiving the 2023 Freeman M. Saltus Prize. The Freeman M. Saltus Prize is awarded for excellence in writing essays on labor or economics.

College of the Holy Cross congratulates Josephine Kalondji on receiving the 2023 Susan Rodgers Anthropology Award. The Susan Rodgers Anthropology Award honors the one anthropology student who has demonstrated superior achievement in the discipline while an undergraduate at Holy Cross.

College of the Holy Cross congratulates Kevin Akalski on receiving the 2023 Markham Memorial Scholarship Award. The Markham Memorial Scholarship Award is given to a student majoring in philosophy who demonstrates the highest aptitude for philosophical inquiry and whose commitment to his or her studies best exemplifies the belief that "critical examination of fundamental religious and philosophical questions is integral to a liberal arts education."

College of the Holy Cross congratulates Olivia Curnen on receiving the 2023 John L. Philip Memorial American Sign Language Award. The John L. Philip Memorial American Sign Language Award is given to a graduating student who has demonstrated an interest in, and motivation to learn, American Sign Language (ASL) and to bring that learning to life. This student has integrated his/her classroom knowledge of ASL and Deaf culture with respect for, and interaction with, members of the Deaf Community.

College of the Holy Cross congratulates Benjamin Brown on receiving the 2023 Nugent Gold Medal. The Nugent Gold Medal is awarded for general excellence in Physics.

College of the Holy Cross congratulates Isabella Giaquinta on receiving the 2023 Gertrude McBrien Mathematics Prize. The Gertrude McBrien Mathematics Prize is awarded for proficiency in Mathematics.

College of the Holy Cross congratulates Eleanor Mengel on receiving the 2023 Rev. John J. MacDonnell, S.J. Computer Science Award. The Rev. John J. MacDonnell, S.J. Computer Science Award is awarded for proficiency in computer science.

College of the Holy Cross congratulates Colleen McIlvenna on receiving the 2023 John C. Lawlor Medal. The John C. Lawlor Medal is awarded to the outstanding student and athlete throughout the college course.

College of the Holy Cross congratulates Claudia Hajjar on receiving the 2023 Heather C. Lochmuller '98 Award. The Heather C. Lochmuller '98 Award was established in 1999 in memory of Class of 1998 alumna Heather Lochmuller. It is awarded to a fourth-year chemistry major for outstanding service to the Chemistry Department.

College of the Holy Cross congratulates Emily Bouzan on receiving the 2023 Leonard Award. The Leonard Award is given for proficiency in oratory, debating or like competition. This award is given to the Valedictorian of the graduating class.