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Over 800 people stuck on waitlist as preparations for this year's Holy Half continue

By Mara Hall · Friday, Feb. 27, 2026

Despite technical difficulties, registration for this year’s Holy Half Marathon has filled up. This year’s Holy Half will support four beneficiaries.

Ostermann declines Liu Institute directorship following backlash over abortion advocacy

By Observer News Staff · Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026

Professor Susan Ostermann had received mounting criticism over her advocacy for abortion access.

Bishop Rhoades holds prayer service for sanctity of life

By Observer News Staff · Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026

The Bishop of Fort Wayne-South Bend offered a Grotto prayer service in dedication of preservation of life.

Senate rejects impeachment bid against Carroll Hall senator

By David Murphy · Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026

The student senate voted Wednesday not to pursue impeachment proceedings against Carroll Hall senator Charlie Bacon, despite a recommendation from the Judicial Council citing seven absences in violation of bylaws.

Student groups, community members and Sycamore Trust offer perspectives on ‘March on the Dome’

By Mara Hall and Gray Nocjar · Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026

College Republicans, College Democrats, Lucy Spence of The Irish Rover and Sycamore Trust share thoughts on the upcoming demonstration.

Professors volunteer to teach course on founding ideals

By Jessica Mayor · Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026

A one-credit political science course explores the ideas of 1776 and their lasting influence, drawing engagement from students and alumni.

Scholar-in-Residence offers insight into newest poetry collection, ‘Coming Ashore’

By Aynslee Dellacca · Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026

Thomas O'Grady presents on his new collection of poetry, “Coming Ashore” Tuesday evening in Stapleton Lounge.

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ND cuts ties with The Ph.D. Project, reaches agreement with Education Department

By Observer News Staff · Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026

Notre Dame is one of 31 universities found to have violated Title VI of the Civil Rights Act by the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights by partnering with the Ph.D. Project, which the department says “limits eligibility based on the race of participants.”

Belles Unite Borders to march for solidarity with immigrants

By Observer News Staff · Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026

Belles Unite Borders plans to host a peaceful protest and march next Tuesday in support of immigrants.

Solidarity SMC hosts panel on immigration as a pro-life issue

By Sophie Lewandowski · Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026

Solidarity SMC hosted a panel titled “Immigrant Rights are a Pro-Life Issue” to explore immigration through the lens of Catholic Social Teaching and social justice. Student organizers and guest speakers emphasized the connections between faith, advocacy and the lived realities of immigrant communities in South Bend.

Major renovation nearly complete at Moreau Seminary and Scholasticate

By Matthew Morin · Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026

After its first major renovation since opening in 1958, Moreau Seminary has been transformed into the Moreau Seminary and Scholasticate, a modernized center for Holy Cross formation across St. Joseph’s Lake from the University of Notre Dame. The project upgraded residential, academic and communal spaces, added new amenities and structural improvements, and now houses 43 postulants, seminarians and priests preparing for religious life.

Notre Dame recognized as top producer of Fulbright students for 12th consecutive year

By Emily Barlett · Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026

The Flatley Center for Undergraduate Scholarly Engagement supports students throughout their application process.

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University increases lobbying spending amidst higher education policy changes

By Grace Sullivan and Sophie Hanawalt · Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026

Notre Dame reported spending $750,000 on their lobbyists in 2025, focusing efforts on a wide range of issues pertaining to research, athletics and immigration, among others.

Students plan ‘March on the Dome’ for Friday to protest Ostermann appointment

By Observer News Staff · Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026

Student leaders from Catholic and conservative groups across campus will host “March on the Dome” Friday, protesting the appointment of Susan Ostermann to lead the Liu Institute for Asia and Asian Studies.

Br. James Kozak passes away at Holy Cross College

By Observer News Staff · Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026

Br. James Kozak, a chaplain for the Holy Cross College soccer teams and an assistant rector at Pulte Hall, passed away at age 82 on Jan. 20.

Students share experiences applying for accommodations with Accessibility Resource Office

By Sophie Lewandowski · Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026

Office connects students with mental health resources and grants academic accommodations.

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Notre Dame’s Junior Parents Weekend centers on hope, reflection and community

By Mara Hall · Monday, Feb. 23, 2026

Junior Parents Weekend brings hundreds to campus for a series of events dedicated to the Class of 2027 and their families.

Editor-in-Chief names 2026-27 Observer Editorial Board

By Observer News Staff · Friday, Feb. 20, 2026

Ten department heads and seven management editors will comprise the 2026-27 Observer Editorial Board. The board collectively boasts 15 years of prior experience as editors, the most in the paper’s history.

Bishop Kevin Rhoades speaks on global migration crisis at Holy Cross College

By Eileen Doyle · Friday, Feb. 20, 2026

Bishop Kevin Rhoades visited Holy Cross College as part of the Mind and Heart Lecture Series to address the global migration and refugee crisis. He emphasized the moral responsibility to recognize the dignity of displaced people while balancing national responsibilities.

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Campus life council passes first resolution in three years

By David Murphy · Friday, Feb. 20, 2026

The Campus life council unanimously passed its first resolution in three years to address off-campus housing, urging the University to work with local officials to curb early lease signing practices that pressure students to commit years in advance.

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