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Basilica prepares for crowded Holy Week liturgies with new Easter Vigil guidelines

By Ane Ruiz Boyra · Thursday, April 2, 2026

With rising student participation and new attendance guidelines, Notre Dame’s Basilica of the Sacred Heart is preparing for a full Holy Week marked by expanded OCIA baptisms and extensive musical preparation.

Howard Hall chapel crawl brings hundreds to daily Masses across campus

By Mara Hall · Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Howard Hall held its final Lenten chapel crawl as its residents prepare for relocation to Grojean Hall.

Director of Amnesty International USA delivers lecture on future of human rights

By Will Prisco · Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Paul O’Brien spoke on the downward trend in human rights in recent years and how society can collectively rebuild an international legal system.

Community members gather alongside students for protest against University's connections to ongoing wars

Student Voices for Palestine organizes ‘No to War’ protest

By David Murphy and Matthew Morin · Tuesday, March 31, 2026

About 30 students and members of the local community engaged in an authorized protest on Main Quad Monday evening with the goal of stopping research connections between the University and large defense contracting companies.

New taxidermy additions underscore expansion plans by Museum of Biodiversity

By Gray Nocjar · Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Since 2024, the Museum of Biodiversity on the first floor of Jordan Hall of Science has displayed taxidermy animals, with their collection growing in the museum alongside plans to implement them into other campus spaces.

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SCIA’s Immigration Week highlights ongoing immigration issues in the US

By Mara Hall · Tuesday, March 31, 2026

The Student Coalition for Immigration Advocacy hosted events for Immigration Week that brought together student organizations from across campus as they aimed to raise awareness and cultivate dialogue in a peaceful manner.

Incoming hall presidents discuss initiatives for upcoming terms

By Matthew Morin · Tuesday, March 31, 2026

The recently elected students who will serve as presidents of their dorms spoke about what they hope to achieve in their terms and how they plan to enhance their dorm communities.

Back the Bend connects students with South Bend through annual day of service

By Annelise Demers · Monday, March 30, 2026

Students volunteered across South Bend as part of Back the Bend, an annual Student Government event aimed at strengthening connections between Notre Dame and the local community.

Second annual Death Penalty Abolition Week highlights exoneree stories

By Andrew Poulton and Annelise Demers · Monday, March 30, 2026

Notre Dame’s second annual Death Penalty Abolition Week featured exoneree testimonies and policy discussions that highlighted wrongful convictions, ongoing barriers to justice and a call for student-led advocacy against capital punishment.

SMC student reports ‘unwanted physical contact‘ incident at off-campus Marathon Gas

By Observer News Staff · Friday, March 27, 2026

Last Friday, a Saint Mary's student reported an “unwanted physical contact” incident occurring at the Marathon gas station half a mile off campus.

Reduced hours and closures affect students over spring break

By Sophie Lewandowski · Friday, March 27, 2026

Many facilities faced closures over spring break. Saint Mary’s College students on campus recount their experiences navigating limited hours and access to facilities during this time.

7 honorary degrees to be awarded at 2026 Notre Dame commencement

By Observer News Staff · Friday, March 27, 2026

The university is set to award six honorary doctor of laws degrees, and one honorary doctor of engineering degree.

New Institute For Rare Diseases founded with donation from Reisenauer family

By Mara Hall · Thursday, March 26, 2026

Founded on the pillars of policy, research, education and advocacy, this new institute within the College of Science aims to further resources and collaborations for Rare Diseases.

Corcelli to become dean of Notre Dame College of Science

By Observer News Staff · Thursday, March 26, 2026

Steven Corcelli will become the new dean of the College of Science at Notre Dame.

Dylan Gossett to perform at Stepan Center

By Marie Stier · Thursday, March 26, 2026

Dylan Gossett and openers Sons of Habit and Brayden Stewart will perform at Sound of SUB, the Student Union Board’s annual concert, on Friday.

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Reilly Center prepares to establish disability studies minor

By Jessica Mayor · Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Reilly Center of Science, Technology, and Values pursues path to provide a new Disability Studies minor.

Sayler outlines plans for transparency, outreach as Judicial Council president

By David Murphy · Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Monica Sayler will serve as Judicial Council president for the 2026-2027 term. Sayler said she hopes to expand student outreach, particularly through social media, while maintaining fair and consistent enforcement of student union rules.

Fr. Gregory Haake plans to expand the Catholic mission of the University through his new role.

Fr. Gregory Haake to take helm at Office of Mission Engagement and Church Affairs

By Henry Jagodzinski · Tuesday, March 24, 2026

Fr. Gregory Haake has been appointed as the new vice president for mission engagement and Church affairs, succeeding Fr. Austin Collins. He will begin his new position in June.

Students host pro-immigrants demonstration

By Mara Hall · Monday, March 23, 2026

About 50 students gathered on South Quad near O'Shaughnessy Hall at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday to share speeches and celebrate the role of immigrants in America.

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Spring Health Fair delivers commitment to student wellness

By Berhan Hagezom · Monday, March 23, 2026

The Student Wellness Advisory Committee hosted their annual Spring Health Fair on Friday afternoon where students were able to gain free tote bags, learn from live simulations and gain insight on new clubs and organizations centered on wellness.