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COLLEGE OF THE HOLY CROSS 2006 2007 student handbook College Seal COLLEGE OF THE HOLY CROSS The seal is a heraldic emblem whose symbols represent the dis- Mission Statement tinguishing features of the College of the Holy Cross. The College of the Holy Cross is, by tradition and choice, a Jesuit In the outer circle, the College and City of Worcester’s name are liberal arts college serving the Catholic community, American inscribed in Latin. The initials, “S.J.” (Societas Jesu), indicate that society, and the wider world. To participate in the life of Holy Holy Cross is a Jesuit college. The inner shield forms the conven- Cross is to accept an invitation to join in dialogue about basic tional background for heraldic symbols: a gilt edged book (a human questions: What is the moral character of learning and symbol of learning) and a cross of gold (a symbol of our faith teaching? How do we find meaning in life and history? What are and its priceless worth). The cross divides the lower part of the our obligations to one another? What is our special responsibil- shield into four quarters which are alternately red and sable, the ity to the world’s poor and powerless? colors on the shield of Worcester, England. As a liberal arts college, Holy Cross pursues excellence in teach- The upper part of the shield displays the emblem of the Society ing, learning, and research. All who share its life are challenged of Jesus, a blazing sun with the letters IHS, the first three letters to be open to new ideas, to be patient with ambiguity and uncer- of the Holy Name in Greek. On either side is a martin, part of the tainty, to combine a passion for truth with respect for the views ancestral crest of Rev. Benedict J. Fenwick, second Bishop of Bos- of others. Informed by the presence of diverse interpretations of ton and founder of Holy Cross. the human experience, Holy Cross seeks to build a community The motto “In Hoc Signo Vinces” (in this sign wilt thou conquer) marked by freedom, mutual respect, and civility. Because the is attributed to King Constantine the Great, a Roman emperor search for meaning and value is at the heart of the intellectual noted for his tolerance of Christians. According to historians, life, critical examination of fundamental religious and philosophi- King Constantine had a vision of a flaming cross carrying this cal questions is integral to liberal arts education. Dialogue about inscription, on the day before his decisive victory over Maxentius these questions among people from diverse academic disciplines at the Milvian Bridge on October 28, 3l2 A.D. The victory led to and religious traditions requires everyone to acknowledge and his capturing Rome and convinced him of the importance of the respect differences. Dialogue also requires us to remain open to Christian faith. that sense of the whole which calls us to transcend ourselves and challenges us to seek that which might constitute our common humanity. The faculty and staff of Holy Cross, now primarily lay and reli- giously and culturally diverse, also affirm the mission of Holy Cross as a Jesuit college. As such, Holy Cross seeks to exemplify the longstanding dedication of the Society of Jesus to the intellec- tual life and its commitment to the service of faith and promo- tion of justice. The College is dedicated to forming a community which supports the intellectual growth of all its members while offering them opportunities for spiritual and moral develop- ment. In a special way, the College must enable all who choose to do so to encounter the intellectual heritage of Catholicism, to College Color form an active worshipping community, and to become engaged The official color for the College of the Holy Cross is purple, which in the life and work of the contemporary church. comes from the motto “In Hoc Signo Vinces” on the purple labarum of King Constantine and from the episcopal purple of Bishop Fenwick. Since 1843, Holy Cross has sought to educate students who, as leaders in business, professional, and civic life, would live by the highest intellectual and ethical standards. In service of this ideal, Holy Cross endeavors to create an environment in which inte- grated learning is a shared responsibility, pursued in classroom and laboratory, studio and theater, residence and chapel. Shared responsibility for the life and governance of the College should lead all its members to make the best of their own talents, to work together, to be sensitive to one another, to serve others, and to seek justice within and beyond the Holy Cross community. APPROVED SPRING 1992 Crusader Cognomen - History On October 6, l925, the student body of Holy Cross chose “Cru- sader” as a cognomen for Holy Cross athletes. The balloting for the cognomen was sponsored by the student newspaper, The Tomahawk, and the decision was virtually unanimous. The other two nicknames considered were the “Chiefs” and the “Sagamores.” While “Chiefs” was adopted for a brief period, its limited appeal led to its replacement. The adoption of “Crusader” as a sobriquet launched the College of the Holy Cross into the collegiate nickname arena. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 What’s Available to You, Now That You Are a Member of the Holy Cross Community Services and Information .............................................................. 5 2 Explore Your Interests, Develop Your Talents... Make a Difference Student Programs and Involvement ............................................. 19 3 Your Voice! Your Concerns! Your Chance for Empowerment Student Government Association ................................................. 21 4 Life on the Hill Residence Life ............................................................................ 23 5 “Men and Women for Others” — Exploring the Jesuit Tradition and So Much More College Chaplains’ ...................................................................... 29 6 What You Should Know About Your Academic Program Academic Affairs ........................................................................ 31 7 Living the Mission Community Standards and Disciplinary Procedures for Students ... 47 8 Learning to Live Together College Policies and Procedures .................................................. 55 9 Discover What Lies Outside the Borders of Holy Cross Through the Colleges of Worcester Consortium, Inc. Providing Services to Member Colleges in Central MA .................. 67 10 A guide to Food, Fun and More Insiders Guide ............................................................................ 69 Easy Search — Find by Topic Index ......................................................................................... 74 4 What is available to you, now that you are a member of the Holy Cross Community An alphabetical listing of helpful information & resources on campus ◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆◆ SERVICES AND INFORMATION 1 Athletic Facilities Academic Services and he College’s athletic facilities are intended primarily for Learning Resources use by its students. As time and space permit, faculty, Smith 214 – 508-793-2713 administrators and staff may also use the facilities. T The goal of the Office of Academic Services and Learning Re- The Hart Recreation Center includes a 3,600-seat basketball sources is to connect each Holy Cross student with the academic arena, a 1,200-seat ice rink, a six-lane swimming pool with sepa- resources most useful to him or her. Ms. Christina Chen (Direc- rate diving area, squash and racquetball courts, locker rooms, tor) and Ms. Sabrina Forbes (Associate Director) provide aca- sauna and shower facilities and a rowing practice tank. The Carol demic advising and academic support services designed to help & Park B. Smith Wellness Center includes a specialized strength students make the most of the academic programs and oppor- and conditioning facility for student-athletes as well as aerobic tunities at the College. equipment and workout areas for the general student-body, Among the resources we offer are workshops on a variety of faculty and staff. learning skills, individual assistance with time management and The fieldhouse contains basketball and volleyball courts as well academic planning, and the Mentoring Program for first-year as an indoor track. Other athletic facilities include outdoor ten- ALANA and international students. You can learn more about nis courts, an outdoor eight-lane running track and lighted the resources available to you at our web site: http:// astroturf multi-purpose field, 3,000-seat Fitton Field baseball www.holycross.edu/departments/dean/aslr/ Please visit our stadium, 1,350-seat Johnson Smith Soccer Stadium, 23,500-seat office in Smith 214 or phone 793-2713 to make an appointment football stadium, and an adjacent softball field and several prac- to see us. We look forward to helping you: tice fields which are used by many of the College’s teams and ◆ find an academic program appropriate to your needs clubs. ◆ clarify your academic interests in order to select or change With 27 intercollegiate athletic teams, intramural programs, club your major sports and general student use, facilities are heavily used. Sched- ◆ uling priority is given to in-season sports. augment your major with a minor, concentration, or academic internship Use of fields ◆ improve your study skills or locate a tutor to help you with All requests for use of the athletic fields must be processed your courses through Student Programs (508) 793-3487 who will in turn con- ◆ explore graduate and professional studies, study