Holy Cross College Signs Affiliation Agreement
On October 12th a ceremony was held in Holy Cross College’s dining hall to honor the signing of an affiliation agreement between the College and Holy Cross Village to create a truly intergenerational community where the young could be educated and the ageing could continue to lead independent and dignified lives. This agreement requires the two organizations to allow the use of each other’s facilities. The Village will provide employment and research opportunities for the College and the College will provide educational opportunities for Village residents and employees.
“This affiliation with Holy Cross College makes our vision of providing an enriching lifestyle for our residents a reality,” says Steve Kastner, Executive Director for Holy Cross Village at Notre Dame. “Our residents will be able to audit college courses, enroll in evening continuing education classes and mentor students with their wealth of knowledge and professional experiences.”
According to College President Brother Richard Gilman CSC, “This agreement will allow us to create work/study opportunities and develop a gerontology program—a very promising field as the baby boom reaches retirement age.
The agreement further represents the tremendous growth Holy Cross College is experiencing and further expands the mission of the Brothers of Holy Cross as they provide educational opportunities to all and minister to the aged.
Published 10/17/2007