Events

Convocation 2008, March 30-April 1, 2008
St. Edward's University, Austin, Texas

Convocation 2008, "Holy Cross Education: the Social Justice Dimension," will define social justice as an integral aspect of a Holy Cross education. A special feature of the convocation will be concurrent sessions on unusual and successful service programs from across Holy Cross schools. Keynote speaker, Sr. Amata Miller, will address participants on the topic "Basil Moreau: Educator for Justice."

Student Leaders Conference, June 25-29, 2008
Holy Cross College, South Bend, Indiana
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Student Leaders Conference, June 25-29, 2008
St. Edward's University, Austin, Texas

Designed to help students develop a wider perspective of their role in society while fostering:

  • Leadership and planning skills
  • Understanding of the Holy Cross mission and heritage

While the focus in the past has been to invite teams of elected student leaders, schools are welcome to send students involved in other aspects of school life, such as campus ministry. This conference is designed for student leaders and student activity directors from eight to 12 Holy Cross secondary schools across the United States.

Mission Seminar, July 8-11, 2008
King's College, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

Attendees will strengthen their awareness of and commitment to the Holy Cross mission. This seminar also helps develop Holy Cross education leaders while encouraging retention among faculty and staff as participants define ways to share and implement program lessons within their schools. The Mission Seminar is designed for faculty and staff members who have been employed at a Holy Cross school for at least two years. Staff development needs of a school community should determine a school's chosen candidate.

Convocation 2009: March 29-31, 2009
"Holy Cross Education: An International Perspective"
St. Edward's University, Austin, Texas