SPOTLIGHT
Holy Cross Celebrates 175th Commencement
H
oly Cross announced 748 Bachelor of Arts degree candidates at its 175th commencement
on May 21 held on Fitton Field. Linda ThomasGreenfield, United States ambassador to the United Nations, delivered this year’s
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address virtually to the class of 2021 and received an honorary degree. A distinguished career diplomat with 35 years in the Foreign Service, Thomas-Greenfield reminded graduates that their education has equipped them to make a positive difference
in the world. “Class of 2021: I have hope – I have light in my eyes – because of you,” she told the graduates. “When I think of your promise, your potential, I swell with pride. With your Holy Cross mentors and role models by your side, I believe you will become men and
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