The Division of Student Affairs, in collaboration with the Chaplains' Office, is committed to the success of Holy Cross students through the transition to distance learning. While students are not on campus, our offices are still available to support students in their success. #HCTogether
This section will be updated regularly. You can also view updates about Academic Student Resources and Student Services on the College's Student Resources webpage.
Arts Transcending Borders (ATB) uses the arts as a catalyst for challenging perspectives, creating dialogue, and encouraging innovation and creative thinking and practice across our campus. We continue to sponsor dynamic virtual programming ranging from lectures by renowned scholars and artists, to unique performances and exhibitions during the pandemic. ATB created the Arts & Creative Resilience webpage initially as a way to honor campus arts projects interrupted mid-semester. It has grown into a space to share joy, comfort, and community through the arts in a time of global upheaval.
Holy Cross sponsors 27 varsity sports, each of which competes at the NCAA Division I level (FCS for football). The Crusaders are members of the Patriot League, Hockey East, and Atlantic Hockey. Stay up to date on all things Holy Cross Athletics by following us @GoHolyCross on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook! Make sure to check out our podcast 'Sader Stories on SoundCloud or Apple Podcasts to find out what is happening on The Hill straight from student-athletes, coaches, and administrators! Also, sign up for our E-Mail Alerts so when we have news to share, you'll be the first to know. We hope to see you back home at the Hart Center soon!
For the most part, academic accommodations remain the same for every student registered with our office. Contact us if you have questions or concerns, or you feel there is an accommodation that is not transitioning well to the new online platform and you would like to discuss alternatives. If you are seeking new accommodations, please visit this link to submit your request and upload your documentation. And, stay tuned to the DREAM Peer Educator Instagram account to learn about virtual visits with therapy dog Keeva, weekly office hours, and other engaging on-line activities.
The Office of Campus Recreation is excited to continue to guide you through maintaining your well-being in mind, body, and spirit!
INTRAMURALS HAS LEVELED UP: Follow all the action of esports on IMLeagues and challenge your fellow classmates near and far!
ONLINE RESOURCES: See some useful online resources available outside of Holy Cross to maintain your daily well-being of exercise here
STAY ENGAGED: Follow @hcrecreation on Instagram for weekly recreational challenges, learn how you can get involved in club sports, and up to date information on everything Campus Rec!
GET OUTSIDE: Social isolation doesn’t necessarily mean staying inside - the outdoors is still open! Find a trail near you here and get hiking!
TAKE THE CHALLENGE: Run, walk, or bike the marathon (26.2 miles) between now and April 27th. It does not need to be continuous, so you could do two miles every day to complete the distance. Start running and log your time and distance for each day you run on the Virtual Marathon Website
The chaplains remain committed to serving our campus community! The strength and support that Holy Cross provides to one another in times of need continues to inspire all of us; it is clear that we are learning how to be what St. Ignatius called a communitas ad dispersionem - a community dispersed, yet one. Make sure to follow our social media accounts to engage in digital opportunities for prayer and worship, community-building, service, and retreats, and sign up for our text message program to make sure you don't miss any info! #CampionConnectsHC
The Counseling Center staff members are here to assist and support you. Clinicians are available to offer consultation to assist students and families in navigating how to access proximal therapeutic supports. In order to access consultation through the Counseling Center, please call 508-793-3363. If you are in distress and need to speak with someone urgently, an on-call crisis counselor is available by telephone to any currently enrolled student 24/7 by calling 855-418-7282. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency on campus please contact Holy Cross Public Safety at (508) 793-2222 or off campus dial 9-1-1.
The Associate Deans are working with their colleagues across the Division to ensure continuity of services, programs, and resources during this time. The CARE Case Manager, working in collaboration with the Student CARE Team, continues virtual efforts to provide coordinate care for students in distress.
Student Affairs is now social! Holy Cross Student Affairs is now on social media! Check us out on our social media accounts.
Health Services is now open for telehealth visits for our students residing in the following states: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Massachusetts, Mississippi, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota.
Use your Patient Portal to schedule a telehealth visit, and you can have a visit with a nurse practitioner from the comfort of your home.
Our hours are 9 am to 12 pm, 1 pm to 4pm.
"Virtual Wind Ensemble" is an opportunity for student musicians within HC Bands to actively engage, share ideas, maintain connection with our musical family, and have fun performing in a virtual environment. Students will have opportunities to be creative musically while performing on conventional (and non-conventional) instruments. Details and instructions are available on the site but you can also reach out to Dr. Jennings, Director of Bands at ejenning@holycross.edu.
The Office of Multicultural Education is here to support you through community building and providing a supportive virtual space. OME staff are available for individual meetings via phone, Google Meet, or Zoom. You can also join us in our weekly office hours Monday - Friday. Follow us on social media to engage in our hashtag challenges, movie watch parties, weekly workshops, and other opportunities. If you are experiencing hardship, please reach out to ome@holycross.edu so we can assist you during this time.
Residence Life and Housing is excited to continue creating community virtually! Be on the lookout as we hope to bring you some great content this summer. Residents can look toward our department Instagram, look out for emails with the most up-to-date information about how to access these opportunities, or check the Engage & Connect page for more information.
The Office of Student Integrity and Community Standards remains available to engage and assist students who may have a concern about a peer's behavior or are struggling with their own decision-making during these challenging times. Also, consistent with the goal of fostering civil dialogue central to a liberal arts education in a Jesuit tradition, check in for information on topics that address current affairs relevant to the Office and, at times, higher education more broadly. The selection and sharing of any one article reflects our commitment to maintaining a diversity of viewpoint. The opinions expressed in each article are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect what is embraced by this office or the institution.
Student Involvement is excited to stay connected with you virtually! From resources for recognized student organizations, to leadership development and virtual engagement opportunities, there are various ways to stay connected with the Holy Cross community. Make sure to also follow our social media accounts to stay updated on the latest information and participate in some social activities!
At Holy Cross, sustainability isn’t a buzzword — it’s our collective responsibility. Safeguarding the environment for future generations reflects our Jesuit mission. We embrace this challenge at all levels of our institution — from College-wide initiatives that reduce electrical usage to student-driven programs that promote climate-friendly practices.
The Ignatian ideal of cura personalis—care of the whole person—guides the work in the Office of Wellness Programming (OWP). OWP creates structures for wellness enhancement and risk reduction. Using evidence-based practices and collaborating with a range of campus partners, OWP works collectively to provide initiatives, services, and resources that supports the well-being of students. Some services provided include: Mindfulness and Meditation, Sexual and gender-based violence education and prevention, Alcohol and Drug Education and Prevention, Resources for students who abstain and/or are in recovery, Peer Education programs including Students for Responsible Choices (SRC), Relationship Peer Educators (RPE), Athlete Substancce Use education (HCTwist).