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Holy Cross College President Reflects on Growth and Goals
Marco Clark, the college's first lay president, has overseen significant changes since taking the helm in 2022.
Published on Feb. 25, 2026
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Marco Clark, who was chosen as Holy Cross College's first lay president in 2022, says the campus has seen significant growth and changes under his leadership. Clark, who initially wanted to be a football coach and school counselor, strives to combine his passion for coaching and counseling experience in his role as president.
Why it matters
Holy Cross College's selection of Marco Clark as its first lay president in 2022 marked a significant shift for the institution, which had previously been led by members of the religious order that founded the college. Clark's background and approach to the role provide insight into how the college is evolving under new leadership.
The details
In his role as president, Clark has overseen a period of growth and change at Holy Cross College since taking the helm in 2022. Though he never expected to become a college president, Clark says he is able to draw on his prior experience as a football coach and school counselor to inform his leadership style and priorities.
- Marco Clark was chosen as Holy Cross College's first lay president in 2022.
- Clark has served as president of Holy Cross College since 2022.
The players
Marco Clark
The president of Holy Cross College, who was the institution's first lay president when he was selected for the role in 2022.
Holy Cross College
A college located in South Bend, Indiana that was previously led by members of the religious order that founded the institution, until Marco Clark was selected as its first lay president in 2022.
The takeaway
Marco Clark's appointment as Holy Cross College's first lay president in 2022 represents a significant shift for the institution, as it moves away from being led exclusively by members of the religious order that founded it. Clark's background and approach to the role provide insight into how the college is evolving under new leadership.
