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Former Farley Hall rector Colleen Dunne dead after complications following open heart surgery

By Observer News Staff · Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Colleen Dunne was the rector of Farley Hall for part of the 2023-2024 academic year and the full 2024-2025 academic year.

Holy Spirit Chapel celebrates 100th anniversary since its dedication

By Aynslee Dellacca · Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Fr. Bill Lies celebrated the anniversary Mass, which was followed by a reception with snacks and Chapel artifacts in Stapleton Lounge.

FujiSan located in LaFortune Student Center

Flex points stay flat for 8 years, despite rising prices

By Mara Hall and Henry Jagodzinski · Tuesday, April 28, 2026

The default meal plan has provided Notre Dame students with 500 flex points since 2017. Meanwhile, prices have risen at on-campus cafes, restaurants and fast food chains, with students spending their balances quickly.

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Richard Clark to replace Paul Blaschko as director of Sheedy Family Program

By Mara Hall · Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Paul Blaschko, director and founder of the Sheedy Family Program in Economy, Enterprise, and Society and co-creator of God and the Good Life course, is leaving the University after June 30. Richard Clark, a current assistant professor of political science, has been given the role of Director of the Sheedy Family Program, starting on July 1.

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Le Mans Hall undergoes abrupt interior renovations amid PACE Center completion

By Sofia Flores · Tuesday, April 28, 2026

As the Prikkel Advising, Career, and Experience Center near its exterior completion in May, interior renovations are also beginning on the first floor of Le Mans Hall, where an administrative member and students provide insight on these additional changes and how it benefits the College.

The Shirt 37 features class ring, Golden Dome

By Matthew Morin · Monday, April 27, 2026

This year’s shirt has a front design of the words Notre Dame split with the University’s class ring in the middle. The backside shows four football players, wearing the numbers 1, 8, 4, and 2, which is a nod to the University’s founding year, pointing upwards at the Golden Dome.

Johnson Family Hall hosts annual Family Feud event

By Maria Alice Souza Maia · Monday, April 27, 2026

The event raised money for For the Good South Bend, a local organization aimed at supporting community members in South Bend.

McCourtney Hall East awarded LEED Platinum

By Observer News Staff · Friday, April 24, 2026

McCourtney Hall East is the first Notre Dame building to be rated LEED Platinum by the U.S. Green Building Council.

A look into historical Saint Mary’s student publications

By Sophie Lewandowski · Friday, April 24, 2026

For 167 years, Saint Mary’s publications have kept an account of the College’s history and a changing world in real time, while impacting the lives of the women who wrote for them.

ND Day accrues $4.6 million for causes, clubs and residence halls

By Mara Hall · Friday, April 24, 2026

Notre Dame’s annual day of funding had residence halls competing against one another to raise funds, gain shares of the challenge fund and captivate audiences on the broadcast.

From Special Forces to rector of Morrissey Manor: David Diamond reflects on his journey to Notre Dame

By Ane Ruiz Boyra · Friday, April 24, 2026

David Diamond is not an ordinary rector. Now in charge of Morrissey Manor, Diamond is a military veteran and assisted 20 victims during the Boston Marathon bombing.

Chemical spill reported at Stepan Hall

By Observer News Staff · Friday, April 24, 2026

On Wednesday afternoon, the Notre Dame Fire Department and the Notre Dame Police Department were on site at Stepan Chemistry Hall for what the University later revealed was a chemical spill

Student senate passes resolution on counseling services

By Ane Ruiz Boyra · Thursday, April 23, 2026

Senators approved leadership nominations and called for expanded trauma-informed counseling resources during Wednesday’s meeting.

Nursing VR simulator provides students the opportunity to experience disaster scenarios

Saint Mary’s nursing program debuts new VR and disaster simulation experience

By Soledad Castellanos · Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Senior students took part in the second annual disaster simulator on Tuesday from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., where they were able to further enhance their patient care services during emergency and strenuous situations.

New York Times columnist shares insight on how American identity is formed

New York Times columnist reflects upon American identity at ‘America at 250’ lecture

By Andrew Poulton · Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Notre Dame alum and New York Times columnist Carlos Lozada delivered a lecture about how the United States should think of itself as it turns 250 years old with reference to author John Jakes' 1970s book series "The Kent Family Chronicles."

Mishawaka fire 5 miles from Notre Dame causes smoke smell on campus

By Observer News Staff · Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Notre Dame Campus Safety notified students of a Mishawaka fire believed to be caused by inclement weather.

Comedian Jim Gaffigan to perform at Notre Dame

By Observer News Staff · Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Comedian Jim Gaffigan will perform at Purcell Pavilion Sept. 11, 2026 as a part of the “Everything is Wonderful!” tour.

University shifts to full ban of e-bikes on campus

By Observer News Staff · Tuesday, April 21, 2026

After banning the use of power features on e-bikes and all other personal electric vehicles in December 2023, an updated policy to reflect a full ban of PEVs on campus will take effect July 1.

AI company, Kerra, promoted to students on Monday evening

Notre Dame students receive promotional email about AI start-up company

By Observer News Staff · Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Freshman Caden Chuang sent a mass email to the campus community promoting an AI company, Kerra, on Monday evening.

Notable University members speak at The Rally 2026

The Rally 2026 concludes with 'Love Thee, Notre Dame!' event

By Matthew Morin · Tuesday, April 21, 2026

On Monday afternoon, admitted students gathered on South Quad for the final event of the The Rally 2026, where incoming students shared what they enjoyed from the event and how it has made them look forward to attending the University of Notre Dame.

Former Farley Hall rector Colleen Dunne dead after complications following open heart surgery

Holy Spirit Chapel celebrates 100th anniversary since its dedication

Flex points stay flat for 8 years, despite rising prices

Richard Clark to replace Paul Blaschko as director of Sheedy Family Program

Le Mans Hall undergoes abrupt interior renovations amid PACE Center completion

The Shirt 37 features class ring, Golden Dome

Johnson Family Hall hosts annual Family Feud event

McCourtney Hall East awarded LEED Platinum

A look into historical Saint Mary’s student publications

ND Day accrues $4.6 million for causes, clubs and residence halls

From Special Forces to rector of Morrissey Manor: David Diamond reflects on his journey to Notre Dame

Chemical spill reported at Stepan Hall

Student senate passes resolution on counseling services

Saint Mary’s nursing program debuts new VR and disaster simulation experience

New York Times columnist reflects upon American identity at ‘America at 250’ lecture

Mishawaka fire 5 miles from Notre Dame causes smoke smell on campus

Comedian Jim Gaffigan to perform at Notre Dame

University shifts to full ban of e-bikes on campus

Notre Dame students receive promotional email about AI start-up company

The Rally 2026 concludes with 'Love Thee, Notre Dame!' event

Notre Dame and So-Fi announce jersey patch deal, financial partnership

Interim rector appointed for McGlinn Hall

Testing accommodations garner mixed opinions among ND professors

Three left with non-life-threatening injuries in Eddy Street shooting

Veldman Family Psychology Clinic opens doors at open house