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Excellence recognized. Holy Cross is once again named one of the Top Colleges in America by Forbes, landing at #16 among small colleges and earning an A+ for financial strength.
Check out our fellow top-ranking colleges → forbes.com/top-colleges/
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We're proud to announce we will name our integrated science complex for Dr. Anthony Fauci '62, the nation's leading expert on infectious diseases, adviser to eight presidents, and Holy Cross classics major.
READ MORE: bit.ly/3J4Xmm7
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The College is saddened at the passing of Grace Rett '22 after an accident involving our women's rowing team. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family, friends and teammates. As we are able, we will provide updates and more information here: bit.ly/38b8oo0
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Who needs the Ivy League when we’ve got our very own life-changing Washington Semester Program? So glad we can call you a Crusader, @jonfavs!
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We are grateful to report that Paige Cohen ‘21 has been discharged from the hospital in Florida. We ask for continued prayers for the four Holy Cross students, our rowing coach, and the driver of the truck as they continue to recover in the hospital. bit.ly/366S0mZ
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We are grateful for the outpouring of support that our community has received in the wake of yesterday's accident. We know you will continue to join us as we keep our women's rowing team, and their families and friends, in our thoughts and prayers.
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We’re thrilled to welcome Vincent D. Rougeau as the 33rd president of Holy Cross. “Our current moment in history cries out for the mission-driven education that Holy Cross provides, and I am very excited about what this community can accomplish," he says.
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We are extremely grateful to report that every person involved in the Jan. 15 crash has now been discharged from the hospital in Florida.
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The College of the Holy Cross will continue to be known as the Crusaders, the Board of Trustees decided Saturday following months of discussion and discernment.. For more, visit bit.ly/2GKcxlF.
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The nation’s leading coronavirus expert and director of NIAID, Dr. Anthony Fauci ’62, says he first experienced “the idea of seriousness of purpose” as a Holy Cross student. We are grateful today for his leadership in crisis and proud to count him among our accomplished alumni.
Dr. Anthony S. Fauci, point man on coronavirus, is a Holy Cross alum bos.gl/YOAcbTJ
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We are grateful that one of our students injured in Wednesday’s crash, Maegan Moriarty ’20, was released from the hospital Thursday evening. As of midday Friday, 5 Holy Cross students and a coach remained hospitalized. We will post updates here as we can: bit.ly/38b8oo0
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Welcome home, Hannah! 💜💜💜
Holy Cross rower Hannah Strom was greeted by teammates, friends and family as she was discharged following months at Spaulding Rehab with injuries suffered during a January team van crash in Florida boston.cbslocal.com/2020/06/…
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Today, we remember Grace Rett '22 on the one-year anniversary of the tragic event that took her life and seriously injured her teammates – and left our campus community in shock and grief. Grace was a bright light who touched and inspired so many in our community.
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Today, College staff and students joined hundreds of family and friends at the funeral mass for Grace Rett ‘22.
Meanwhile, we are grateful to report that two more Holy Cross students have been discharged from the hospital in Florida.
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Ahead of the @HCrossMBB game this afternoon, the team and fans in attendance observed a moment of silence for Grace Rett '22
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Hundreds of College of the Holy Cross students, faculty, staff and other community members filled the St. Joseph Memorial Chapel today to celebrate Mass in memory of Grace Rett ’22.
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AD @MarcusBlossom joined members of the Rett family and members of @HCrossWRowing at the @HCrossWHockey game this afternoon, where Grace's father Chris dropped the ceremonial puck
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As part of tonight's live virtual celebration of the graduating class of 2020, Holy Cross alumnus and Director of the NIAID, Dr. Anthony Fauci '62, shared a special message to congratulate the graduates & welcome them to the alumni community. #HC2020
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This afternoon, Dr. Anthony Fauci '62 will join current Holy Cross students and members of the Class of 2020 for a live webinar on the pandemic and the best ways we can keep our communities safe. Check back later today to watch a recording of the event.
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Hannah Strom, a sophomore from Marion, Mass., was airlifted Monday afternoon from Florida to Mass General Hospital in Boston to continue her recovery.
We continue to pray for all of those injured, along with their families and friends.
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We were so proud this morning to dedicate the Anthony S. Fauci Integrated Science Complex, honoring Dr. Fauci for his years of public service, 60 years after he graduated with a degree in classics.
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We are so grateful to the people of Vero Beach, who have embraced the Holy Cross community and offered support in so many ways during this difficult time.
The rowing has begun! Vero Fitness is hosting a fundraiser for the @holy_cross rowing team involved in a deadly crash here last month. Rowing 61 hours straight! You can still sign up at 62hours.org @FOX29WFLX @WPTV
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Longtime infectious disease expert Dr. Anthony Fauci '62 has guided the country through the HIV/AIDS, Zika, and Ebola epidemics. As the fight against coronavirus intensifies, we once again look to the Holy Cross alum to lead the way.
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No gesture can match our appreciation for the Worcester healthcare workers serving on the front lines of this public health crisis, but we hope our contribution of N95 masks & medical supplies helps make a difference.
Donate @umassmemorial: supplychaindonations@umassmemorial.org
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Hannah Strom is an inspiration to the entire Holy Cross community, and we are cheering her on as she achieves this milestone!
'My inspiration': Holy Cross rower seriously injured in crash completes 1-mile run wcvb.com/article/my-inspirat…
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Congratulations to @TIME's Guardians of the Year: Dr. Anthony Fauci '62, who was recognized for leading with clear, objective expertise, and frontline healthcare workers, who were awarded for their tireless efforts against COVID-19 through daily compassionate care of patients.💜
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Today, we remember Grace Rett '22 and the tragic event two years ago that took her life and seriously injured her teammates. Our thoughts and prayers are always with the Rett Family and all who were affected that day.
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Stephen Colbert demonstrated the far reach of the @holy_cross community. Watch the VIDEO: bit.ly/2biaysO
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We don't know all the details yet, but Holy Cross is committed to having a graduation ceremony to celebrate the accomplishments of the class of 2020. They've earned it. Seniors should check their email for a message from Fr. Boroughs for more info.
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Today, our hearts remember Grace Rett '22 and the tragic event that took her life and seriously injured her teammates three years ago. Grace's bright light inspired so many in our community. Our hearts will always be with the Rett family and all who were affected that day.💜
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RIP Tom Heinsohn '56: a larger-than-life coach, player, and commentator involved in all 17 of the Celtics' NBA titles. He will be remembered by basketball fans everywhere. For his exceptional play, hustle and heart, we award him all the "Tommy Points."🏀❤️
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We're rooting for fellow Jesuit school @LoyolaChicago in the #FinalFour this weekend! Go @RamblersMBB! #MarchMadness #JesuitEducated #OnwardLU
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“I am convinced that love is the most durable power in the world.” - Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr. speaks to the Holy Cross community in the Field House in 1962.
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Holy Cross has the most beautiful college campus in Massachusetts according to @GoLendEDU bit.ly/2ijY96f
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You gave it your all and we couldn’t be more proud @HCrossFB. 💜👏
#GoCrossGo
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"The education that you and I have received at Holy Cross, steeped in Jesuit traditions, should suit us well to confront and ultimately overcome this historic pandemic." - Holy Cross alumnus Dr. Anthony Fauci '62, director of NIAID. #HC2020
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Vincent Rougeau begins his first day as Holy Cross' 33rd president with a message to our community! Please join us in welcoming him to the Crusader family. ⬇️
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In Memorial Plaza, seven names are etched on a stone marker, indelible in bronze as they are in the hearts of those who knew and loved them. Today, we remember all those lost 19 years ago, especially the seven members of our Holy Cross community. We will #NeverForget.
ALT Edward A. Brennan III ’86 Thomas D. Burke ’85 Neilie A. Heffernan Casey ’90 John G. Farrell ’91 Todd A. Isaac ’94 Beth A. Quigley ’97 John J. Ryan ’78
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”One of the things we have to be careful about is despair… We're going to get a vaccine, we’re going to get it in a reasonable amount of time. Don't give up hope." -Dr. Fauci in a live webinar with Holy Cross students
Watch the recording here:
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Holy Cross ranks No. 5️⃣ among the best liberal arts colleges in the nation! #GoCrossGo
Read more: bit.ly/3QAhCQW
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On this day, Sept. 11, we remember our seven alumni who died in the attacks on that 2001 morning.
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Joanna Geraghty '94 has been named president & COO of @JetBlue Airways Corp., making her the highest-ranking woman at a large U.S. airline, according to Bloomberg (@business). @HCAlumni
We'll be the first to admit #HolyCross alumni leaders are pretty fly. 😉
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#SolarEclipse2017 as seen from the Holy Cross campus. The cross on Carlin Hall is in the foreground.
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Holy Cross is excited to share that we are planning for a return to fully in-person classes and on-campus activities for the fall semester. We encourage our community to remain vigilant this spring while look forward to a more traditional Holy Cross experience next semester.
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#HolyCross has once again been named one of the best institutions in the country in the @PrincetonRev's 2019 college guide! bit.ly/2OQtj6M
ALT Fenwick Hall
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“Intelligence plus character - that is the goal of true education.” - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. #MLKDAY
(Photo: Dr. King speaks to the #HolyCross community in the Field House in Nov. 1962)
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A Holy Cross education should be accessible to talented students from all backgrounds. Today, we announced that students from families with a total income of $100,000 or less & reasonable assets will receive a full tuition grant. Read more 👇 #financialaid
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Holy Cross ranks 19 out of 1,383 on annual list of best colleges in the country by @CollegeFactual and @USATODAY bit.ly/2y33V4F
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Today and every day, we remember our fallen heroes, especially the seven Holy Cross alumni who left our world too soon during the tragic events of 9/11.
Through Memorial Plaza, we keep their memories alive forever in our hearts. 💜 #neverforget
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Anyone who’s stepped foot on Mount St. James knows one thing for sure: the campus is absolutely stunning, no matter the season. Publications like @TravelLeisure and @CondeNast have named us among the most beautiful in the country-- and we may be biased, but we agree!
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Today, we remember our seven alumni who died in the attacks that 2001 morning. #September11 #NeverForget
• Edward A. Brennan III ’86
• Thomas D. Burke ’85
• Neilie A. Heffernan Casey ’90
• John G. Farrell ’91
• Todd A. Isaac ’94
• Beth A. Quigley ’97
• John J. Ryan ’78
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Meet Gracie, the newest member of the Dept. of Public Safety! Gracie, a goldendoodle, joins Public Safety as a comfort dog. Her job will be to build relationships with the HC community & to assist students feeling stress or anxiety and may find comfort in the presence of a dog.
ALT Gracie, a four-month-old goldendoodle and newest member of the Department of Public Safety
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A Frozen Fenway victory! 🏆💜 In a legendary matchup against Boston University last night, our @HCrossWHockey came out on top!
#GoCrossGo #HolyCross #FrozenFenway
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AMAZING! Congrats to @HCrossFB! The Crusaders are headed to the postseason for the first time since 2009! #GoCrossGo
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"We have the collective power to have the society we want." — Nikole Hannah-Jones
Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter, creator of the 1619 Project and a staff writer at The New York Times Magazine, @nhannahjones delivered the 55th annual Hanify-Howland Memorial lecture at Holy Cross.
ALT Nikole Hannah-Jones standing in a conference room speaking with three students at College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, MA.
ALT Nikole Hannah-Jones at the podium speaking to an audience at College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, MA.
ALT Nikole Hannah-Jones having a panel discussion with two guests at College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, MA.
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Happy first day of classes, Crusaders! Wishing you the best of luck this school year!
ALT Students walking to and from class near Linden Lane.
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.@TravelLeisure ranked the most beautiful college in every state.
The most beautiful in Massachusetts? Holy Cross! tandl.me/2mhai2M
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Once again, @USATODAYcollege ranks Holy Cross the #2 best Catholic college in the U.S. usat.ly/2kNWE1p
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CHEERS to the official Crusader brew! 🍺🎉 @harpoonbrewery & HC unveil the Holy Cross Hazy IPA. Find it at the #Harpoon x HC Beer Garden on 9/7 at Fitton Field & in stores this Sept! @GoHolyCross
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*Must be 21+. Drink responsibly*
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Way to go! Jonathan Breninkmeyer '21 is going to Hollywood! #AmericanIdol
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Tassels have been moved from right to left 🎓 and we now have our newest graduates of the College of the Holy Cross! 🎉 #HC2021
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"You can have a balanced life and be an excellent scientist. You do not have to lose who you are," said André Isaacs ‘05, associate professor of chemistry and TikTok sensation for @GMA. 🧪
@drdre4000
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Fr. James Martin, SJ, will join Holy Cross alumni, students, parents, faculty and staff on Sept 28 for a live Zoom webinar, "Ignatian Tools During a Time of Crisis." Check your inbox for registration information and an opportunity to submit questions to @JamesMartinSJ in advance.
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Even Alex Trebek gets it wrong sometimes! @Jeopardy contestant incorrectly answered @BostonCollege when in fact @holy_cross was first.
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Congratulations to Holy Cross basketball legend and Hall of Famer Bob Cousy '50 on the announcement he will receive the nation’s highest civilian honor, the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
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Holy Cross is one of the best colleges in the country according to @washmonthly bit.ly/2iC9yDQ
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An exclusive look behind the scenes of @TheTodayShow featuring Andre Isaacs, associate professor of chemistry and TikTok influencer, alongside his students.
Don't miss the full segment airing tomorrow, Friday, Sept. 22 at 9:30 a.m. EST! 🗓️ #TuneIn
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Holy Cross is proud to be listed among the prettiest college campuses in the nation by Architectural Digest. @ArchDigest
Read more: bit.ly/3UrMK7I
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What an entrance! Holy Cross students, alumni and Move-In Day volunteers greet new students and their families.
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A statement from president Rev. Philip L. Boroughs, S.J., on ICE's announced policy for international students. Holy Cross will join our higher ed partners to oppose these misguided rules.
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.@ShaunKing, senior justice writer for @NYDailyNews, will give a talk at Holy Cross on Feb. 7. Ticket information: bit.ly/2k1kEzs
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CONGRATULATIONS to our newly accepted students of the Class of 2025! 🎉 We can't wait to welcome you to The Hill in the fall!
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Red sky at night 🌇 #HolyCross #CollegeoftheHolyCross
ALT Orange and pink sunset at the College of the Holy Cross.
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Welcome, first-year students! We're so excited to see members of the Class of 2024 on The Hill at last. Thanks to all our first-years and their families for a great start to the semester. Looking forward to seeing the second half of the Class of 2024 tomorrow!
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Win or lose, you’re still #1 in our hearts. 💜 We are so proud of every single one of you @HCrossFB!
#GoCrossGo
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Holy Cross has again been recognized as one of the top colleges in the country. WalletHub ranked us #12 overall and #2 for career outcomes! 👏 Learn more: bit.ly/3m7XLeT
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Today & always, we remember those in the Holy Cross community who lost their lives on September 11, 2001.
• Edward A. Brennan III ’86
• Thomas D. Burke ’85
• Neilie A. Heffernan Casey ’90
• John G. Farrell ’91
• Todd A. Isaac ’94
• Beth A. Quigley ’97
• John J. Ryan ’78
ALT A bronze plaque at Memorial Plaza outside Smith Hall bears the names of the seven alumni who were killed in the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11.
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Happy #FourthOfJuly! Thank you to all who serve our great country 🇺🇸
📸 Photo courtesy of Alex Johnson '11 (pictured in the center) with a few of his fellow Naval Aviators in the U.S. Air Force, who all flew as a combat crew in this B-52.
ALT Alex Johnson '11 (pictured in the center) with a few of his fellow Naval Aviators in the U.S. Air Force, who all flew as a combat crew in the B-52 pictured in the background.
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Merry Christmas from College of the Holy Cross! May this holiday season bring you peace, good will and happiness. 🎄
ALT The nativity scene is lit beneath O'Kane Porch
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Ann Dowd '78 of @HandmaidsOnHulu wins the Emmy Award for supporting actress in a drama series. Congratulations, Ann! #Emmys
Ann Dowd: "I've been acting for a long time, that this should happen now, I don't have the words" thr.cm/FnfPAN #Emmys
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In light of @TravelLeisure naming us most beautiful college in Mass, here are 10 of our fave photos! bit.ly/2pGLcv2
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Earned the title. 👑💜🏆 #GoCrossGo
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Coming soon.💜🍂🍁
ALT A clocktower on campus during fall.
ALT Holy Cross students walking down a sidewalk during fall.
ALT Three Adirondack chairs at the top of a hill during fall.
ALT A pile of leaves in the foreground with the campus chapel in the background on Holy Cross campus.
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Snow place like The Hill. 💜❄️ #HolyCross
ALT Aerial photo of snow at College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, Massachusetts.
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Today, @HCrossMBB legend and Hall of Famer Bob Cousy '50 will receive the nation’s highest civilian honor, the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
Watch the ceremony live at The White House at 4:30 p.m. >> cs.pn/2ZgGHVL
ALT (left) Bob Cousy '50 in his Holy Cross Men's Basketball uniform (right) Bob Cousy '50 poses with current Holy Cross student-athletes
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