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The Boston Globe / Holy Cross in the News

A Diverse Learning Environment Is Essential

A Diverse Learning Environment Is Essential

June 02, 2023

Vincent D. Rougeau, president of the College of the Holy Cross (MA), writes: During the height of the civil rights movement, at a time when racial integration was sparking controversy on many campuses, College of the Holy Cross President the Rev. John Brooks drove around the country to personally recruit Black high school students to the college’s all-male, primarily white campus in Worcester. The 20 young men he recruited have become an illustrious group, including business leaders, a Pulitzer Prize winner, a Super Bowl champion, and Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, class of 1971.
Vincent D. Rougeau, president of the College of the Holy Cross (MA), writes: During the height of the civil rights movement, at a time when racial integration was sparking controversy on many campuses, College of the Holy Cross President the Rev. John Brooks drove around the country to personally recruit Black high school students to the college’s all-male, primarily white campus in Worcester. The 20 young men he recruited have become an illustrious group, including business leaders, a Pulitzer Prize winner, a Super Bowl champion, and Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, class of 1971.

June 02, 2023

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Higher Ed Dive

Despite Shrinking Numbers, Women’s Colleges Are More Important Than Ever

Despite Shrinking Numbers, Women’s Colleges Are More Important Than...

May 22, 2023

Elizabeth Meade, president of Cedar Crest College (PA), writes:  The first women’s colleges in the United States were founded in the 18th century in the face of deep-seated opposition to educating women. These institutions opened the doors of opportunity for women’s education, changing the face of this nation and the world for the better. However, fewer than three dozen American women’s colleges remain — despite the fact that they continue to serve a purpose in educating women, especially those from underserved communities. A handful of women’s colleges have either closed or have begun admitting male students just in the past few years, including Mills College and Notre Dame of Maryland University. When women’s colleges close, go coed or merge with another institution, the reason is always economic. 
Elizabeth Meade, president of Cedar Crest College (PA), writes:  The first women’s colleges in the United States were founded in the 18th century in the face of deep-seated opposition to educating women. These institutions opened the doors of opportunity for women’s education, changing the face of this nation and the world for the better. However, fewer than three dozen American women’s colleges remain — despite the fact that they continue to serve a purpose in educating women, especially those from underserved communities. A handful of women’s colleges have either closed or have begun admitting male students just in the past few years, including Mills College and Notre Dame of Maryland University. When women’s colleges close, go coed or merge with another institution, the reason is always economic. 

May 22, 2023

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Inside Higher Ed

Liberal Arts Colleges to Keep Prioritizing Diversity

Liberal Arts Colleges to Keep Prioritizing Diversity

May 01, 2023

Twenty-eight Liberal Arts College Presidents write: Two cases before the Supreme Court have the potential to restrict long-standing recruitment and admissions practices at colleges and universities. The cases, brought by a special interest group called Students for Fair Admissions (SFFA), allege that race-conscious admissions practices are unfair and violate the Constitution. As liberal arts college presidents, we strongly disagree. Holistic review of applicants is critical to recruiting a well-rounded class, and that includes consideration of the richness of students’ many attributes and interests–including their lived experiences and backgrounds.
Twenty-eight Liberal Arts College Presidents write: Two cases before the Supreme Court have the potential to restrict long-standing recruitment and admissions practices at colleges and universities. The cases, brought by a special interest group called Students for Fair Admissions (SFFA), allege that race-conscious admissions practices are unfair and violate the Constitution. As liberal arts college presidents, we strongly disagree. Holistic review of applicants is critical to recruiting a well-rounded class, and that includes consideration of the richness of students’ many attributes and interests–including their lived experiences and backgrounds.

May 01, 2023

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The Washington Post

A College Degree Is Worth the Cost — And then Some

A College Degree Is Worth the Cost — And then Some

April 26, 2023

Princeton University (NJ) President Christopher L. Eisgruber writes:  When he retires next year after running the Princeton University endowment for nearly 30 years, Andrew Golden will be acknowledged as one of the most successful university investment managers of all time. Andy’s key statistic is 12.6 percent. That’s the annualized return earned by Princeton’s endowment during his tenure, well above the 8.5 percent industry benchmark. The Golden touch has dramatically boosted Princeton’s ability to invest in financial aid, scientific research, and sustainability programs for the benefit of the country and humanity.
Princeton University (NJ) President Christopher L. Eisgruber writes:  When he retires next year after running the Princeton University endowment for nearly 30 years, Andrew Golden will be acknowledged as one of the most successful university investment managers of all time. Andy’s key statistic is 12.6 percent. That’s the annualized return earned by Princeton’s endowment during his tenure, well above the 8.5 percent industry benchmark. The Golden touch has dramatically boosted Princeton’s ability to invest in financial aid, scientific research, and sustainability programs for the benefit of the country and humanity.

April 26, 2023

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The Morning Call, Allentown, PA

Solution to Northern Ireland’s ‘Troubles’ Give Hope for US Politics

Solution to Northern Ireland’s ‘Troubles’ Give Hope for US Politics

April 17, 2023

Tom Foley, president of the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (PA), writes:  Almost 50 years ago, I first set foot in Belfast, Northern Ireland, filled with the confidence of the young athlete fresh from a Dublin rugby field. When I arrived at the train station, the heavy hand of a British soldier landed on my shoulder, and he demanded to know my business. His other hand rested on the trigger guard of an automatic carbine. Getting frisked was par for the course then. I landed on that island in the midst of the last and bloodiest cycle of its “Troubles,” a cycle of sectarian violence that lasted from the 1970s almost to the eve of the 20th century.
Tom Foley, president of the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (PA), writes:  Almost 50 years ago, I first set foot in Belfast, Northern Ireland, filled with the confidence of the young athlete fresh from a Dublin rugby field. When I arrived at the train station, the heavy hand of a British soldier landed on my shoulder, and he demanded to know my business. His other hand rested on the trigger guard of an automatic carbine. Getting frisked was par for the course then. I landed on that island in the midst of the last and bloodiest cycle of its “Troubles,” a cycle of sectarian violence that lasted from the 1970s almost to the eve of the 20th century.

April 17, 2023

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