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A Russian media expert spent the weekend consuming Russian coverage of America’s response to the chemical attacks in Syria.
Christianity has grown at a rapid rate in China. The Catholic church, however, is split into an official one and an ‘underground’ one. A scholar explains how better relations with Vatican could help.
A scholar explains how mercy could be a simple act of opening oneself to those with opposing views.
A scholar quotes Biblical passages to show how the text affirms – strongly and unequivocally – the obligation to treat strangers with dignity and hospitality.
The Shakers prioritized harmony and a simple lifestyle. They were among the earliest proponents of gender equality.
The pope’s action is significant: It encourages priests to be more sensitive to the context of the lives of their laity.
To mark the start of Black History Month, a Classicist reflects on the inspiration King drew from ancient Greek culture.
Blatter’s decision to step down shocked the world. We asked a few academics to weigh in on what it means.
Transgender is a relatively new word. So when an academic seeks to create a transgender historical archive, complications abound.
There may be only one way to tell the truth, but there are at least five ways to “lie.” And our politicians seem to be the master of this art. A scholar decides to teach this to his students.
One academic’s experience on how Wikipedia can help students become better writers, better researchers and even better thinkers.
The airwaves arms race is on, and the Kremlin has taken a page from the playbook of its Cold War nemesis.
Notre Dame alumna reflects on the extraordinary life, work and the legacy that Father Theodore Hesburgh, president emeritus of the University of Notre Dame, leaves behind for Catholic institutions.
Greek and Roman historians were also known to fudge or fabricate their time in the field.
The Africa Cup of Nations, the continent’s mini-World Cup, is played every two years by the national teams of 16 African countries who have competed in a series of qualifiers to play in the final tournament…
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Associate Professor, Political Science, College of the Holy Cross
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Kraft-Hiatt Professor in Judaic Studies, College of the Holy Cross
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Associate Professor of Anthropology, College of the Holy Cross
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Lecturer of History, College of the Holy Cross
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Associate Professor of History, College of the Holy Cross
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Professor, Political Science Department, College of the Holy Cross
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Associate Professor of Chinese Studies, College of the Holy Cross
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Professor Emerita of Religious Studies, College of the Holy Cross
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Professor of Religious Studies, College of the Holy Cross
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Associate Professor of Russian Studies, College of the Holy Cross
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Associate Professor of Theatre, College of the Holy Cross
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Professor of Classics, College of the Holy Cross
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Professor of Economics and Accounting, College of the Holy Cross
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Distinguished Professor of Humanities Emerita, Visual Arts, College of the Holy Cross
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Associate Professor of Religious Studies, College of the Holy Cross
