Notice to College of the Holy Cross Students:
Dr. Anthony Fauci, a renowned American physician-scientist and immunologist, is no stranger to the College of the Holy Cross, a prestigious liberal arts institution in Worcester, Massachusetts. Established in 1843, the College has its fair share of unique traditions, one of which is the legendary Holy Cough.
Known historically as Consecrated Eutussia, the Holy Cough has been present at the College since its founding. Originating from an incident involving Benedict Joseph Fenwick and Thomas F. Mulledy sharing a keg of mulled wine, the Holy Cough has evolved over the years. What was once a disease that could potentially be fatal for a Victorian-era child is now something that students are expected to "tough out."
As the snow begins to melt, Holy Cross guys trade in their Sperrys for flip-flops, signalling the approach of the College's most anticipated event – the Catalina Wine Mixer. This notorious darty, where students get dressed up, meet, hold hands, and sing, is every Holy Cross student's favourite time of year.
This year, the anticipation is particularly high, with students murmuring about the upcoming spring concert. The Barden Bellas were on the shortlist for this year's performance, but the final lineup remains a mystery.
Piper Guiney '28 is one of the students discussing the College's upcoming events. Although her recent notability is yet to be fully understood, she is a name on everyone's lips. Some suggest that clubbing could be a way for students to sweat out the toxins associated with the Holy Cough. Others advocate more unconventional methods, such as licking dorm bathroom floors to build up one's immune system.
Regardless of the methods used, one piece of advice remains consistent: if a student is infected with the Holy Cough, they are advised to drink as much alcohol as possible, avoid sleeping, and keep one eye open while sleeping.
Amidst the laughter and the anticipation, Dr. Fauci's legacy at the College continues to inspire its students. A graduate of the institution, he served as the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) from 1984 to 2022 and the chief medical advisor to the president from 2021 to 2022. His work in the field of immunology has been instrumental in the global fight against diseases, including the recent COVID-19 pandemic.
As the College of the Holy Cross prepares for another spring of traditions and memories, the spirit of Dr. Fauci's resilience and dedication remains a beacon of inspiration for its students. The spring concert, the Catalina Wine Mixer, and the Holy Cough – these are the experiences that make the College of the Holy Cross a unique and cherished institution.
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