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College Credits: Northbrook Student Continues Semester At Holy Cross

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Oliphant Enrolled at The College of the Holy Cross

The College of the Holy Cross is excited to welcome Walter Oliphant, of Northbrook, as a member of the College's Class of 2026. At 904 students, representing the largest class in Holy Cross' 179-year history, the Class of 2026 hails from 575 high schools, 14 countries and four continents. Twenty-five percent of the class are students of color and international students; 24 languages are spoken; and 50 members hold dual citizenship. Nine students live within 1 mile of campus, which is about the same number as those who live more than 5,000 miles from The Hill.

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