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SMC hires new admissions director

Sarah Gallagher Dvorak, a 1999 alumna of Saint Mary’s College and previous director of undergraduate admissions at George Mason University in Fairfax, Va., has been named Saint Mary’s new director of admissions, the College announced in a June 18 press release.

Residence halls welcome nine new rectors

As Notre Dame freshmen move in Friday, a record nine new rectors will welcome students back to their residence halls.

New Belles begin journey at SMC

On Aug. 21, approximately 380 fresh faces rolled down The Avenue for move-in day. Based on statistics, the Saint Mary’s Class of 2018 looks nearly identical to the sophomores, juniors and seniors who preceded them.

London Stage actors, students to perform in two-month-long Shakespeare festival

Students and professional actors will take the stage together throughout August and September to perform Shakespeare’s Henry IV, Much Ado About Nothing and The Merry Wives of Windsor as part of the Notre Dame Shakespeare Festival (NDSF), an annual event that spans two months and connects students, actors and the community.

SMC blends tradition and new experiences at orientation

Saint Mary’s traditional three-day orientation for first year students kicked off Thursday with a few new activities, along with old traditions, aimed at welcoming a new class of Belles to campus.

Student body president encourages freshman participation

During her campaign with senior running mate Matt Devine, student body president Lauren Vidal emphasized her intention to institute an “open door policy” within the student government office—and she intends to follow through.

Class of 2018 arrives at Notre Dame

Notre Dame’s incoming class of 2018 comes to campus from the University’s highest-qualified applicant pool and reflects the Office of Undergraduate Admissions’ efforts to extend and personalize its recruitment process, according to Don Bishop, associate vice president for undergraduate enrollment.

University kicks off year with Frosh-O

As members of the incoming Class of 2018 pack their last bags and begin to converge on campus from all over the world, groups of older students from each residence hall are hard at work behind the scenes, putting the final touches on what will be the freshmen’s first glimpse of life at Notre Dame.

Notre Dame investigating alleged instances of academic misconduct

Notre Dame law experts compare Hobby Lobby, Notre Dame cases

Will Mahone arrested, suspended with felony charges

Seniors continue journey toward religious vows

After graduation, as many of their classmates start new careers, attend graduate school or begin post-graduate service, a handful of seniors will begin the process of entering religious life. 

Saint Mary's Alumnae Association board selects Outstanding Senior

The Alumnae Association Board of Directors presented the Outstanding Senior Award to Malea Schulte, an art major and mathematics minor.

Graduates to serve in under-resourced schools

With senior year at a close, students are combining final celebrations with preparations for upcoming employment, graduate schools and volunteer positions. This year, 95 recent college graduates will venture to more than 35 cities across the nation to take on full-time teaching positions through the Alliance for Catholic Education (ACE). 

SMC switches to eco-friendly graduation gowns

In 2010, a commencement speech by marine biologist Sylvia Earle inspired the use of environmentally-friendly graduation caps and gowns. More eco-friendly adjustments will be incorporated into this year’s Saint Mary’s class regalia, executive assistant to the president Susan Dampeer said. 

Notre Dame Career Center reports increased hiring rate across all majors

Graduating seniors of all majors saw an increased hiring rate in multiple sectors, especially in entry-level positions, Hilary Flanagan, director of the Career Center, said.

Saint Mary's Career Crossings Office aids in student job hunt

Director of the Career Crossings Office (CCO) Stacie Jeffirs said according to the Collegiate Employment Research Institute (CERI), hiring of bachelor’s level college graduates is up seven percent this year over the last year.

Coccia, Joyce look back on time in office

When their term in office came to an end April 1, student body president emeritus Alex Coccia and vice president emeritus Nancy Joyce said they only wish they had more time. 

Drum majors reflect on time with band

After three short whistle blasts, six white-gloved hands flash through the air, transforming the organized chaos of a 380-member band practice into a harmonious swell of chromatic scales.

Humanitarian to address Saint Mary’s graduates

Editor’s Note: A version of this article appeared in the March 17 edition of The Observer.