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Study finds Church is 'less generous'

A recent study published by Notre Dame professors Brian Starks and Christian Smith found Catholics to be less generous givers than other Christians. Smith said the Catholic Church in the United States has great potential to accomplish good in the Church and in the world, but is often hampered by a lack of funds.

Alumnae produce films

When sisters Gita and KavitaPullapilly graduated from Notre Dame with degrees in finance, their immediate post-graduation plans didn't include producing award-winning films.

Michael Masi | Tim Scanlan

Who they are: Presidential candidate Michael Masi is a junior from Siegfried Hall and current director of University Affairs for student government. His running mate, Tim Scanlan, is a sophomore from Morrissey Manor, current president of Sophomore Class Council and former Freshman Class Council president.

Hockey player arrested Monday

The South Bend Tribune reported that police arrested a Notre Dame hockey player early Monday morning when he allegedly attacked a female manager at Brothers Bar and Grill.

The Observer endorses Romeo-Hootsmans

Kevin Salat | Paul Mascarenhas

Who they are: Marking the return of a Zahm House tradition, freshmen Kevin Salat and Paul Mascarenhas are the residence hall's annual contenders, coming in with a total lack of student government experience and a total surplus of confidence in their ability to lead the student body.

Billy Christy | Pat Roemer

Who they are: Student body presidential candidate Billy Christy is a sophomore resident of O'Neill Hall originally from Palos Park, Ill. He is a Navy ROTC cadet and pre-medicine major. Vice presidential candidate Pat Roemer, a native of Great Falls, Va., is a sophomore political science and peace studies major who lives in St. Edward's Hall. A member of the Hesburgh-Yusko Scholars program, Roemer is also involved in the Take Ten program at the Center for the Homeless.

Dominic Romeo | Philip Hootsmans

Alex Coccia | Nancy Joyce

Austin O'Brien | Nick Boggess

Student teaches yoga sculpt class at SMC

While yoga is commonly known as a relaxing type of exercise, one Saint Mary's senior is bringing a more intense, cardio-based form of yoga to the College campus.

Former bishop passes away at 80

Fr. John M. D'Arcy, bishop emeritus of the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend, died Sunday after a battle with lung and brain cancer. He was 80.

White House proposes compromise

The White House proposed a new compromise Friday regarding religious nonprofits and the mandated contraceptive coverage, a deal that would potentially allow Notre Dame to issue a health insurance plan to its employees without directly providing birth control coverage.

SDB hosts week to increase disability awareness

In an effort to increase knowledge about mental and learning disabilities, the Student Diversity Board (SDB) is hosting a week dedicated to raising awareness around the Saint Mary's campus among students, faculty and staff.

Students gather for Super Bowl gamewatch

San Francisco would face Baltimore on Sunday evening to compete for professional football's most coveted title in Super Bowl XLVII, but some Notre Dame students said they planned to enjoy the game without too much concern for the winner.

Camp Kesem fundraiser makes magic

Make the Magic, the inaugural fundraiser for Notre Dame's chapter of Camp Kesem, will bring out the true meaning of the national organization's name, student co-chair Lauren McGrath said.

Observer hires dept. editors

Six new editors will join The Observer's Editorial Board in 2013-14 and two current editors will retain their positions, incoming Editor-in-Chief Andrew Gastelum announced Sunday.

Saint Mary's SGA updates policies

As turnover between administrations approaches in coming weeks, Saint Mary's Student Government Association (SGA) will focus on several major calendar items at the College.

I tried every other way to end this'

RonaiahTuiasosopo fell as deeply in love as MantiTe'o did.

CBL courses encourage community service

Each semester, Notre Dame's Spanish department, in conjunction with the Center for Social Concerns (CSC), offers community-based learning (CBL) courses that allow students to integrate their Spanish language learning with community service at various partner organizations in South Bend.