We are back in person and
HoCroStrong by Lisa Kochanowski, Assistant Director of Communications March 2020 was a crazy time at Holy
enabled us to mitigate the spread of
always looking for ways to grow
Cross College with the threat of the
COVID-19 on campus. In fact, the rate
academically and personally.
pandemic landing on our doorstep.
of contagion had been going down
The College had to make the tough
due to students’ efforts.
decision to continue learning, but in a
opportunity to encourage campus
virtual setting instead of the in-person
“With a commitment from our
friendship and fellowship in small and
classes students were accustomed to
students, faculty and staff to follow
safe gatherings that often take place
sharing. As we learned more about
specific guidelines and protocols this
outdoors. By advancing the family
COVID-19, we put plans of action in
fall, I believe we will have a successful
atmosphere that is a hallmark of
place to keep our community safe,
2020-2021 school year and overcome
Holy Cross College, students have
secure, and together once again. In
this difficult moment in time with true
found enjoyment sitting around our
July, administration made the decision
grit and dedication to the Holy Cross
fire pits in the evenings, participating
to forge ahead with the plan to return
tradition,” said Rev. David T. Tyson,
to campus this fall. Participation in
C.S.C. in a letter to students this fall.
in game nights in our campus tents, competing in sand volleyball intramurals, and taking time to pray
daily health checks, along with being
20
“Student Life has seen this year as an
mindful of physical distancing, wearing
Students at Holy Cross College never
and reflect during group walks to the
masks, and practicing good hygiene,
back away from a challenge and are
Grotto. Our students know that being
HOLY CROSS COLLEGE Connections | FALL 2020 / WINTER 2021
