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Workshop addresses assault

Jenkins converses with White House

Before President Obama publicly announced each decision regarding the contraception mandate, a Holy Cross priest in South Bend received a phone call.

Lunch' promotes discussion

Students and faculty gathered Friday to engage in feeding their minds and their stomachs.

Campus reacts to hate crime

Two acts of racial harassment were committed against black student groups between Feb. 14 and 20 in the LaFortune Student Center.

Basketball event connects cadets

The 26th annual Flyin' Irish Basketball Invitational brought service men and women from across the country together for a weekend of friendly competition.

SMC Hypatia Day encourages learning in math & science

­DNA extractions, Fibonacci numbers and bouncy ball polymers were the main attractions of Saint Mary's 21st annual Hypatia Day on Saturday.

Statement reports two incidents of racial harassment

Two acts of racial harassment were committed against black student groups in "recent days," according to a statement sent to the student body in an email Friday.

Students compete in summit's mobile app contest

Students interested in mobile apps can satisfy their curiosity at the Notre Dame Mobile Summit 2012, a two-day event held by the University Council of Academic Technologies (UCAT).

Candidates explore religious life

Candidates at Moreau Seminary and undergraduate seminarians at Old College deciding to become Holy Cross priests or brothers may live on Notre Dame's campus but lead very different lives than the average student.

State seizes student houses

Living off campus is a rite of passage for many Notre Dame seniors, but the state of Indiana threw a wrench in several students' housing plans for next year before they could even move in.

The Glee Project' contestant speaks about true beauty

The cast of The Glee Project presented True Beauty at the Carroll Auditorium in Saint Mary's Madeleva Hall last night. Members of the show discussed their definition of beauty and self esteem as a part of Love Your Body Week.

Professor discusses Barbie doll's impact

With blonde hair and blue eyes, Barbie seems like an all-American girl next door — but behind the plastic doll lies a mysterious past and a troubling message, according to Terri Russ.

NDeRC to host annual conference

The Notre Dame extended Research Community (NDeRC) will host its fifth annual Collaborating for Education and Research Forum tomorrow in the Jordan Hall of Science.

Construction causes issues for parking

Construction of the Wellness Center in the D2 South lot has forced students to park further away from their on-campus destinations. Another project planned for the B1 lot this spring will also temporarily restrict parking.

Group passes resolution to amend clause

Student Senate passed a resolution Wednesday requesting the University add "sexual orientation" to the nondiscrimination clause and publicly address why the phrase is not currently included.

Professor talks about beauty, globalization

Globalization influences beauty consciousness throughout the world, SonaliniSapra, assistant professor of political science and women's studies at Saint Mary's College, said.

Notre Dame to create new research facility in local park

Notre Dame and St. Joseph County Parks launched a new partnership last week to create an environmental research and education facility at St. Patrick's County Park.

Students create flash mob

On Wednesday night, diners at North Dining Hall were treated to a special surprise when they swiped in around 6:30 p.m. — a piece of live performance poetry.

Association approves new council constitutions

Saint Mary's College Student Government Association (SGA) has moved one step closer toward finalizing its new structure by passing four new council constitutions, Emma Brink, executive secretary, said.

President Jenkins reorganizes staff

University President Fr. John Jenkins announced Tuesday three staff members will assume new positions in his office over the next month, according to a University press release.