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Professors comment on diplomacy, tariffs, trade deals as Trump's Asia trip concludes

By Grace Sullivan · Friday, Oct. 31, 2025

Notre Dame professors contextualize Trump’s meetings with the leaders of Japan, South Korea and China.

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Students build ofrenda for deceased loved ones

By Berhan Hagezom · Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025

Students decorated pictures and foam skulls for loved ones that have passed away at an ofrenda-making event by the Student Diversity Board on Monday evening.

Senate reconvenes after fall break

By David Murphy · Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025

The senate passed Senate Order 2526-11 to enhance clarity and support in Election Council proceedings. The legislation introduces trained Peer Advocates to assist students and allows for recesses during hearings. In addition to the order’s passage, senators shared announcements about upcoming campus events.

Female victim reports rape in Jordan Hall bathroom

By Observer News Staff · Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025

The crime alert, sent to the campus community via email, was the first such report to be sent out since 2023. Notre Dame’s Office of Institutional Equity and the Notre Dame Police Department will collaborate to address the incident.

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National Sustainability Society hosts second annual sustainability conference at Notre Dame

By Zander Daigle · Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025

The National Sustainability Society held its second annual conference in Jenkins Nanovic Halls last week.

Students explore careers, service through University-sponsored fall break trips

By Julia Connolly · Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025

University students spent fall break participating in career treks, service trips and attending professional conferences.

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Senior research fellow speaks on the evolution of women’s rights

By Mariella Taddonio · Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025

Saint Mary’s College hosted Jayme Lemke, a senior research fellow at the Mercatus Center of George Mason University. Lemke lectured on the progression of women’s political and economic rights.

Cardinal McElroy, archbishop of Washington, speaks with Fr. Dowd about cultivating hope

By Maria Alice Souza Maia · Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025

In a lecture for the 2025-26 Notre Dame Forum, Cardinal Robert McElroy spoke about building a more unified society and the role of politics in today’s polarized world.

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Professors contextualize ceasefire between Israel and Hamas

By Matthew Morin · Friday, Oct. 17, 2025

Notre Dame professors provide insights into President Trump’s ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas.

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Students review off-campus housing offerings

By Zander Daigle · Friday, Oct. 17, 2025

Notre Dame seniors reflected upon their choices between apartments, houses and on-campus living.

Looking back on the 60th anniversary of ‘Remember Week’ against USC

By Mara Hall · Friday, Oct. 17, 2025

Notre Dame alumni reflect on the storied chapter in the Notre Dame-USC rivalry.

Underage students find ways to purchase alcohol at stadium

By Zack Pohlman · Friday, Oct. 17, 2025

Notre Dame Stadium began selling alcoholic beverages at concessions for the first time this year. Students under 21 have been able to get around age requirements.

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Director of the National Gallery of Ireland visits Notre Dame

By Maggie Sheehan · Friday, Oct. 17, 2025

Caroline Campbell discussed the gallery’s current collection and aspirations for the future in a conversation at the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art.

Community reflects on Columbus, Indigenous Peoples Day

By Jessica Mayor · Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025

Club members and professors discuss the history of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day, which was recognized in 2021.

Solidarity SMC holds vigil for Palestinian lives lost in Israel-Hamas war

By Sophie Lewandowski · Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025

Solidarity SMC held an interfaith candlelit prayer service as their first event as a club. The prayer service honored the lives lost in the Israel-Hamas war.

Notre Dame professors comment on US attacks against suspected drug-trafficking boats

By Grace Sullivan · Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025

Professors in the Notre Dame Law School and Keough School of Global Affairs discuss the recent strikes on drug boats off of Venezuela and how they fit with international law.

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Korea Week celebrates tradition and cultural curiosity on campus

By Claire Lee · Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025

The four-day celebration honored Hangul Day and showcased Korean food, art and traditions, inviting the community to engage with the culture.

Former UK foreign secretary calls for global aid reform at Keough School’s Dean’s Forum

By Ada Duru Ak · Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025

David Miliband, former foreign secretary of the United Kingdom, shared five ways global aid could be reformed to better target extreme poverty.

Notre Dame and Vanderbilt to fund AmericasBarometer survey about democracy

By Emily Barlett and Mara Hall · Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025

Notre Dame is partnering with Vanderbilt to continue the Latin American Public Opinion Project after a loss in funding.

Saint Mary's hosts fall festival to promote wellness

By Leylany Rivera · Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025

The event, hosted by the Health and Counseling Center, offers flu shots, seasonal treats and wellness-related activities from various student organizations.

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