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Organization volunteers abroad

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HANDS, a non-profit organization founded by three Notre Dame alumni from different Central American countries, seeks to reduce poverty levels in Central America by partnering with local organizations and coordinating volunteer programs there, co-founder Mariana Diaz said.




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Professor publishes paper on Fukushima

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On March 11, 2011, the world held its collective breath as the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power station in Japan melted down after being incapacitated by the devastating earthquake and tsunami that left over 19,000 people dead or missing.

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Office of sustainability hosts energy competition

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This March, the Office of Sustainability is working to make sure the buildings on each quad are just as green as the lawns and trees around them. The fourth annual campus energy competition is taking place from March 10 to 30, splitting the 29 residence halls into four teams to collectively "go green".


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ND plans for games at night

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After the success of last year's night game against USC, the Notre Dame football team will add two home night games to the upcoming season. According to a University press release, Notre Dame will host Michigan on September 22 at night, while the game against Miami at Chicago's Soldier Field will also be held at night.


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Third Eye Blind returns to campus

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This Saturday, Notre Dame students will get a blast from the past when, for the third time, Third Eye Blind headlines the Student Union Board's spring concert.


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Hesburgh made Irish citizen

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Already a major date on Notre Dame calendars, this year's St. Patrick's Day had additional significance for the University. Enda Kenny, Taoiseach (prime minister) of Ireland, visited campus Saturday evening to present an Irish passport to University President Emeritus Fr. Theodore Hesburgh.


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SMC recognizes communication dept.

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The Saint Mary's Communication Studies, Dance and Theater Department kicked off a weeklong celebration to recognize students' and professors' contributions to the department and community yesterday. 


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Legends holds focus group for Saint Mary's students

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Legends of Notre Dame is a restaurant, bar and club that serves as a gathering place for the Notre Dame, Saint Mary's and Holy Cross communities. On March 8, the Legends marketing team held a focus group at Saint Mary's for students to voice their opinions and concerns.





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United Nations authority addresses refugee crises

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In his Monday address, "The Responsibility to Solve," United Nations Deputy High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) T. Alexander Aleinikoff said the international community must go beyond basic protection and assume responsibility for finding long-term solutions to major refugee crises. 



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SMC recognizes communication dept.

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The Saint Mary's Communication Studies, Dance and Theater Department kicked off a weeklong celebration to recognize students' and professors' contributions to the department and community yesterday. 


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University awards medal

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Ken Hackett, former president of Catholic Relief Services (CRS), will receive the 2012 Laetare Medal during the May 20 Commencement Ceremony, the University announced Sunday.


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Group appoints new officers

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Student Senate approved six students for positions on Student Union Board (SUB) and one student for a position on Judicial Council at its meeting Wednesday.