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Pro-life task force hosts panel discussion on conscience clauses

By The Observer · Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009

Notre Dame is jumping into the public policy debate on conscience clauses today, in part due to the work of a special pro-life task force launched by University President Fr. John Jenkins earlier this semester.

Housing an issue for abroad returnees

By The Observer · Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009

Like many students studying abroad this semester, junior Elizabeth Benson recently filled out a housing form to move back on campus in the spring, but unfortunately, no space is left in the residence hall she has lived in for the past two years.

Project Warmth holds winter clothing drive

By The Observer · Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009

If the temperature in South Bend doesn't drop below 32 degrees, many homeless have nowhere to sleep and are left cold on the streets, Mike Hebbeler, director of student leadership and senior transitions at the Center for Social Concerns (CSC) said.

Exhibit shows old, new Berlins

By The Observer · Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2009

A new photography exhibit on campus juxtaposes images of Berlin from before and after the Wall fell, bridging the historical and ideological distance to a time most Notre Dame students can't remember.

Early applicant pool larger, of higher quality

By The Observer · Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2009

Notre Dame's Assistant Provost of Admissions Dan Saracino said this year's early applicant pool increased both in number and overall quality, as measured by GPA and test scores.

Weis charity to stay in South Bend

By The Observer · Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2009

Despite former Coach Charlie Weis' firing Monday, his family's charity organization Hannah and Friends, named after Weis' daughter, will continue to be headquartered and operate primarily in the South Bend area.

Students learn about off-campus life, rights

By The Observer · Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2009

Moving off campus involves contracts, and knowing the terms of agreement is an important factor in successful off-campus living, University Associate Vice President for Resident Life Bill Kirk said during an informational meeting Tuesday night.

Blood drive held at SMC

By The Observer · Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2009

The Office of Civil and Social Engagement (OCSE) gave students the opportunity to save lives with a Red Cross blood drive in the Student Center lounge from noon until 6 p.m. yesterday.

Decorations awake Christmas spirit

By The Observer · Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2009

Football season may be over, but another is just beginning, as festive decorations have appeared on dorms and lights have been hung to brighten buildings and trees around campus to commemorate the holidays.

College's candygrams raise money for charity

By The Observer · Monday, Nov. 30, 2009

With the hope raising money for charity while getting students in the holiday spirit of giving, Saint Mary's College is selling candygrams as a part of the 12 Days of Christmas program.

New SUB controller appointed

By The Observer · Monday, Nov. 30, 2009

In its weekly meeting Tuesday, the Council of Representatives discussed a number of pressing campus issues, the first being the appointment of Matt Howard to the position of Chief Controller for the Student Union Board (SUB).