Print Edition for Friday, November 14, 2025

‘Titus Andronicus’ is a timely, timeless tragedy

“Titus Andronicus” is William Shakespeare’s most violent play, and for their fall main-stage show, the Not-So-Royal Shakespeare Company presented their interpretation of the notorious tragedy under the direction of Scott Jackson, executive artistic director of Shakespeare at Notre Dame, assisted by undergraduates Francie Surdyke and Eavan Kelly. At its core, “Titus” is the story of revenge with no “good guys” and all of humanity’s problematic traits placed front and center.

LEO matches researchers with nonprofits for real world poverty alleviation

Nearly 14 years ago, Notre Dame professors of economics Bill Evans and Jim Sullivan sat down for a conversation with Fr. Larry Snyder, then CEO of Catholic Charities USA, and discovered an opportunity for academics and nonprofits to join forces to find evidence-based solutions for poverty in America.

University denies porn filter, renews promise on opt-in version

Students for Child-Oriented Policy (SCOP), a University-sponsored club, met twice this semester with Notre Dame officials to discuss implementing a pornography filter on campus Wi-Fi. The University denied the request for a blanket filter, but is adopting a SCOP effort to reintroduce an optional content censor.

‘Little Shop’: Big success

“Little Shop of Horrors” is a lot of things. On the one hand, it’s a tuneful doo-wop musical by Disney heavyweights Alan Menken and Howard Ashman. On the other, it’s a show about poverty. On the one hand, it’s a camp affair with a “Rocky Horror Picture Show” quality. On the other, it’s a piece about domestic violence. On the one hand, it’s comic. On the other, it’s tragic. In short, “Little Shop of Horrors” is a lot to juggle. Nevertheless, the Pasquerilla East Musical Co.’s production of the musical — which is running on Washington Hall’s main stage through Nov. 15 — pretty much manages to handle it.

Forcing Pitt off script: Notre Dame’s keys to victory

In front of a sellout College GameDay crowd, Notre Dame takes on Pittsburgh at noon in a critical matchup to stay in the playoff hunt. The No. 9 Irish and No. 22 Panthers are both 7-2, boasting strong run defenses and at times suspect pass defenses. Here’s how the Irish can get it done with the world watching.

Irish volleyball to host Sunshine State opponents after big road win

Notre Dame volleyball is currently 9-13 (6-8 ACC) and broke its three-game losing streak last weekend with a five-set win over NC State. They were led by sophomore outside hitter Morgan Gaerte, who had 21 kills, making it her sixth game this season in which she earned over 20 kills and her 22nd game this season in which she had double-digit kills. Junior outside hitter Sydney Helmers followed Gaerte closely, getting her second career double-double with 14 kills and 19 digs, also setting a career high. Defensively, the Irish continue to dominate the net, with sophomore middles Anna Bjork and Grace Langer having 91 and 98 blocks, respectively. Gaerte is currently fourth in the ACC in kills per set with 4.36 and fourth in points per set with 5.07, and senior outside hitter Lucy Trump is currently ninth in the ACC in aces with a total of 28. If the Notre Dame defense can stop Miami and Florida State’s hitters, whether it’s through blocking or digging, the offense will fall into line and find as many chances for scoring as they can, creating potential for an Irish success. 

Football beat picks: Notre Dame vs. Pittsburgh

Noah Cahill

ND omits support for Catholic mission from new list of staff values

During the University’s staff town halls on Oct. 29 and 30, the University’s vice president for human resources, Heather Christophersen, announced a new set of “ND Values.” The previous list included a value that called for staff acceptance and support of the University’s Catholic mission, which was absent in the new list.

Apply to an Institute for Social Concerns summer program

With the mad dash toward finals (did you know they’re just under a month away?), the additional stress to confirm a summer job, internship or experience heightens. The competitive nature of not only the job market, but Notre Dame’s environment itself, make securing a high profile position for the summer months seem like the be-all and end-all. In the midst of immense pressure to get accepted to some glowing opportunity that will be the pinnacle of all LinkedIn posts, let me compel you to take a step back and reevaluate exactly what a meaningful summer experience looks like.

Irish face litmus test against revenge-minded Wolverine squad

The No. 18 Notre Dame women’s basketball team travels to Detroit on Saturday to take on the 14th-ranked Michigan Wolverines in a rematch of last year’s second-round NCAA Tournament matchup, in which the No. 3 seed Irish routed No. 6 seed Michigan, 76-55, at Purcell Pavilion. Led by two then-freshman guards, Olivia Olson and Syla Swords, the youth of the Wolverines’ roster caught up to it against the much more experienced Notre Dame squad led by then-graduate student forward Liatu King, senior guard Sonia Citron and sophomore guard Hannah Hidalgo. The dynamic Michigan backcourt of Olson, Swords and fellow sophomore Mila Holloway will try avenge their loss against Hidalgo and the Irish this weekend.

Federal Reserve and Fiscal Challenge Club gathers signatures on national debt petition

On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve and Fiscal Challenge Club set up a booth on Library Lawn for students to sign a petition recognizing the national debt and advocating for a sustainable fiscal future. As a part of their “Debt Dogs” event, the club grilled hot dogs and invited students to pet a therapy dog as they signed the petition. 

Everyone’s Super Bowl: How Notre Dame has fared as College GameDay’s visitor

When ESPN’s College GameDay sets up shop on the North Shore of the Allegheny River outside Acrisure Stadium on Saturday morning, it will be Pittsburgh’s first time hosting the preeminent tailgate show since September 2005. The Panthers’ visitor that day: also the Fighting Irish of Notre Dame.

Professor, political clubs contextualize end of government shutdown

After the longest government shutdown in American history, lasting over 40 days, the United States Senate rallied enough votes Monday to reopen the government. This vote hit the required 60-40 split in favor after eight Democrats broke ranks to vote with all but one Republican in favor of the bill.

An offensive showman: Jeremiyah Love

A top contender for the Heisman Trophy, junior running back Jeremiyah Love has continued to climb the leaderboards nationwide.

Cahill: Saturday is season-defining for the Irish

“This is not a trap game. This is a challenge.”

Irish hockey notebook: Notre Dame seeks consistency against No. 1 Spartans

What does success look like this weekend for Notre Dame hockey?

South Bend Farmers Market: A space of charm and community

Located only 12 minutes from the tri-campus community is the bustling and vibrant South Bend Farmers Market. Unlike the typical array of tents in a parking lot you may envision a farmers market to look like, this setup was located in a connected indoor building that contains a multitude of different vendors. Whether its families visiting to purchase children’s books, students gathering to thrift college spirit gear, or friends attending to grab lunch while listening to a live band, the South Bend Farmers Market is a varied place of creativity and inclusivity.

‘Wicked’ tie-in products: Classic consumerism?

My excitement for the upcoming “Wicked” movie is reaching new heights. Since I first experienced the magic of the original film with my friends last December, I’ve been eagerly following its production, anticipating each new poster release. I’ve already made plans to watch it with my friends, and we’re even coordinating our outfits in the iconic pink and green. The thrill of the upcoming movie is palpable, and I cannot wait to immerse myself in the world of Oz once again. I hope you're feeling the same level of anticipation and thrill as I am!

Hannah Hidalgo goes nuclear, sets NCAA and Notre Dame all-time records

Following Notre Dame’s season-ending loss to TCU in the Sweet Sixteen of the 2025 NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament and the roster changes that occurred afterward, many Irish fans knew what was in store for junior Hannah Hidalgo in the 2026 season. Senior Sonia Citron and graduate forward Liatu King declared for the WNBA draft while senior guard Olivia Miles entered the transfer portal, ultimately committing to those very Horned Frogs. However, not many Irish fans envisioned Hidalgo breaking multiple records — all in one night.