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ND Day accrues $4.6 million for causes, clubs and residence halls

By Mara Hall · Friday, April 24, 2026

Notre Dame’s annual day of funding had residence halls competing against one another to raise funds, gain shares of the challenge fund and captivate audiences on the broadcast.

From Special Forces to rector of Morrissey Manor: David Diamond reflects on his journey to Notre Dame

By Ane Ruiz Boyra · Friday, April 24, 2026

David Diamond is not an ordinary rector. Now in charge of Morrissey Manor, Diamond is a military veteran and assisted 20 victims during the Boston Marathon bombing.

Chemical spill reported at Stepan Hall

By Observer News Staff · Friday, April 24, 2026

On Wednesday afternoon, the Notre Dame Fire Department and the Notre Dame Police Department were on site at Stepan Chemistry Hall for what the University later revealed was a chemical spill

Student senate passes resolution on counseling services

By Ane Ruiz Boyra · Thursday, April 23, 2026

Senators approved leadership nominations and called for expanded trauma-informed counseling resources during Wednesday’s meeting.

Nursing VR simulator provides students the opportunity to experience disaster scenarios

Saint Mary’s nursing program debuts new VR and disaster simulation experience

By Soledad Castellanos · Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Senior students took part in the second annual disaster simulator on Tuesday from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., where they were able to further enhance their patient care services during emergency and strenuous situations.

New York Times columnist shares insight on how American identity is formed

New York Times columnist reflects upon American identity at ‘America at 250’ lecture

By Andrew Poulton · Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Notre Dame alum and New York Times columnist Carlos Lozada delivered a lecture about how the United States should think of itself as it turns 250 years old with reference to author John Jakes' 1970s book series "The Kent Family Chronicles."

Mishawaka fire 5 miles from Notre Dame causes smoke smell on campus

By Observer News Staff · Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Notre Dame Campus Safety notified students of a Mishawaka fire believed to be caused by inclement weather.

Comedian Jim Gaffigan to perform at Notre Dame

By Observer News Staff · Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Comedian Jim Gaffigan will perform at Purcell Pavilion Sept. 11, 2026 as a part of the “Everything is Wonderful!” tour.

University shifts to full ban of e-bikes on campus

By Observer News Staff · Tuesday, April 21, 2026

After banning the use of power features on e-bikes and all other personal electric vehicles in December 2023, an updated policy to reflect a full ban of PEVs on campus will take effect July 1.

AI company, Kerra, promoted to students on Monday evening

Notre Dame students receive promotional email about AI start-up company

By Observer News Staff · Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Freshman Caden Chuang sent a mass email to the campus community promoting an AI company, Kerra, on Monday evening.

Notable University members speak at The Rally 2026

The Rally 2026 concludes with 'Love Thee, Notre Dame!' event

By Matthew Morin · Tuesday, April 21, 2026

On Monday afternoon, admitted students gathered on South Quad for the final event of the The Rally 2026, where incoming students shared what they enjoyed from the event and how it has made them look forward to attending the University of Notre Dame.

Alumni groups engage with upcoming graduates for Home After Dome

Home After Dome connects seniors with alumni clubs ahead of commencement

By Ada Duru Ak · Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Notre Dame alumni groups and clubs were featured at Home After Dome on Thursday evening in Downes Club Ballroom in Corbett Family Hall.

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Local broadcasting stations reflect on fallout from Trump's funding cuts

By Sophie Lewandowski · Tuesday, April 21, 2026

President Trump’s Executive Order 14290 ordering cuts to public broadcasting funds last year has been recently overturned due to contradicting the First Amendment. Yet, national and local radio stations continue to feel the effect of the loss of over a billion dollars in budget.

Notre Dame earns ‘B’ rating from Anti-Defamation League on campus antisemitism

By Will Prisco · Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Notre Dame had received a ‘C’ for the past two years. The ADL’s report docks the University for the “level of hostile anti-Zionist student groups” on campus, as well as for lacking a Jewish alumni group, a group supporting Jewish employees and a pro-Israel student group on campus.

Modern Notre Dame rector position differs from historical trends

By Mara Hall · Monday, April 20, 2026

The university has introduced new unofficial programs to allow rectors who marry to bring their significant other into the dorm within the last decade. On multiple occasions, a male has served as the acting rector of a women's residence hall. Despite steady growth in the number of dorms on campus, the average number of new rectors and the duration for which rectors stay, is less steady.

Mendoza launches AI Analytics in Business minor

By Emily Barlett · Monday, April 20, 2026

Mendoza has recently launched the Minor in AI Analytics in Business, available to around 60 students a year beginning with the class of 2028. Beginning fall 2026, there are plans to launch a second AI-focused minor, Minor in AI Essentials in Business, available to students across campus.

Tornado warning issued on Notre Dame emergency notification system

By Observer News Staff · Saturday, April 18, 2026

Students were advised to take shelter in the lowest level of their dorms for over half an hour while the National Weather Service's tornado warning was in affect.

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Tri-campus community partakes in two-day Take Back the Night programming

By Soledad Castellanos and Berhan Hagezom · Friday, April 17, 2026

For the 23rd year of Take Back the Night, tri-campus students take to Stapleton Lounge for the kickoff event, followed by Survivor Speak Out, with a march going around Notre Dame's campus from McKenna Hall on Wednesday. The two-day event then ended on Thursday with a multi-faith prayer service.

Student project turns dining hall waste into campus garden

By Eileen Doyle · Friday, April 17, 2026

As Holy Cross College shifts its annual giving efforts to emphasize student-led initiatives, one project targets food waste at its source.

SUB hosts SNL comedian James Austin Johnson for live comedy set

By Ane Ruiz Boyra · Friday, April 17, 2026

Splitting his time between a live set and a question and answer session, Johnson took nabs at Notre Dame and politics.

ND Day accrues $4.6 million for causes, clubs and residence halls

From Special Forces to rector of Morrissey Manor: David Diamond reflects on his journey to Notre Dame

Chemical spill reported at Stepan Hall

Student senate passes resolution on counseling services

Saint Mary’s nursing program debuts new VR and disaster simulation experience

New York Times columnist reflects upon American identity at ‘America at 250’ lecture

Mishawaka fire 5 miles from Notre Dame causes smoke smell on campus

Comedian Jim Gaffigan to perform at Notre Dame

University shifts to full ban of e-bikes on campus

Notre Dame students receive promotional email about AI start-up company

The Rally 2026 concludes with 'Love Thee, Notre Dame!' event

Home After Dome connects seniors with alumni clubs ahead of commencement

Local broadcasting stations reflect on fallout from Trump's funding cuts

Notre Dame earns ‘B’ rating from Anti-Defamation League on campus antisemitism

Modern Notre Dame rector position differs from historical trends

Mendoza launches AI Analytics in Business minor

Tornado warning issued on Notre Dame emergency notification system

Tri-campus community partakes in two-day Take Back the Night programming

Student project turns dining hall waste into campus garden

SUB hosts SNL comedian James Austin Johnson for live comedy set

Three sexual assaults reported to Notre Dame Police Department in March

Paul Blaschko and the irony of our academic mission

University shifts to full ban of e-bikes on campus

Notre Dame students receive promotional email about AI start-up company

Three rectors depart campus at year's end