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Fire at SMC contained

Saint Mary's students, faculty and staff were alerted early Saturday morning of a fire in the basement of the Moreau Center for the Arts in a theatre set storage area.

Student voters consider faith

Jenkins blesses new accelerator

University President Fr. John Jenkins dedicated and blessed the new SU Pelletron nuclear particle accelerator Thursday, calling the occasion "a great step for Notre Dame." The dedication ceremony was held on the first level of the new 4-level space within Nieuwland Science Hall that houses the accelerator. In attendance was physics professor Michael Wiescher, who played a key role in bringing the accelerator to Notre Dame and has worked in the department for 27 years.

Fan pens book at age 10

Writing a book is nothing short of impressive. Penning 100 pages and publishing that work at age 10 is extraordinary.

Scholar lectures on law

Days before Americans head to vote for the next president of the United States, legal scholar Akhil Reed Amar lectured Friday on the country's Constitution and its place as a national symbol.

Professors analyze election process

With Election Day on Tuesday, it's nearly impossible to leave the house without being exposed to some kind of campaign advertisement.

Experts address candidates' health care plans

Although the Supreme Court upheld the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) this summer, the debate over the future of American health care continues to be a major issue, especially as the outcome of Tuesday's presidential election could potentially change the trajectory set by the ACA.

Second district House race heavily contested

After months of speeches, fundraisers, handshakes and kissed babies, voters in Indiana's 2nd Congressional District will decide whether Democrat Brendan Mullen or Republican Jackie Walorski will represent them on Capitol Hill.

Jenkins blesses particle accelerator

University President Fr. John Jenkins dedicated and blessed the new SU Pelletron nuclear particle accelerator Thursday, calling the occasion "a great step for Notre Dame." The dedication ceremony was held on the first level of the new 4-level space within Nieuwland Science Hall that houses the accelerator. In attendance was physics professor Michael Wiescher, who played a key role in bringing the accelerator to Notre Dame and has worked in the department for 27 years.

Gay rights play limited role in election cycle

With the election approaching rapidly, undecided voters must hone in on the issues most important to them. For some, that paramount issue might be gay rights.

SMC choir places second

During its first appearance in the national competition, the Saint Mary's Women's Choir earned second place in the American Prize in Choral Performance competition in the college and university division in October. The contest recognized the College choir as one of nine finalists for the award.

Republicans positioned to retain House

Voters in 81 districts across the country will choose their voices in the U.S. House of Representatives on Election Day. Though the number of contested seats allows the Democrats ample opportunity to infringe upon the Republicans' current control of the House at 242 to 193, political science professor Ricardo Ramirez said he does not believe this round of elections will alter the balance of power in the House significantly.

Alumnus bikes to raise funds

Notre Dame alumnus Dr. Michael Heisler biked 630 miles in six days last week to raise more than $63,000 for Hesburgh Hospital, a teaching and research hospital planned in Santo Domingo, Ecuador.

Walorski touts Hoosier roots, fiscal responsibility

As Republican Congressional hopeful Jackie Walorski eyes Indiana's Second District's seat in the House of Representatives, she said she hopes to bring bipartisanship to a legislature too strongly divided across aisles.

Choosing more than a candidate

Like the other 46 states in the country, Tuesday is Election Day for Maine, Maryland, Minnesota and Washington. But for voters in those four states, casting a ballot does not just mean choosing a new president - it also determines whether or not gay marriage will be legalized. In Maine, Washington and Maryland, ballots feature referendums that would legalize same-sex marriages in the states. In Minnesota, a proposed constitutional amendment that would ban same-sex marriage will be put up for a vote.

SMC sponsors career tutorial

Saint Mary's students and high school students will have the chance to learn more about careers in the field of communicative disorders at the second annual Communication Science and Disorders Career Awareness Day on Sunday from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. in 145 SpesUnica Hall.

Group works to foster inclusive environment

After holding a diversity discussion two weeks ago, three experts on campus diversity, Emerald Woodberry, Dr. David Moss and Iris Outlaw, addressed Student Senate during Wednesday's meeting.

Film highlights families

The documentary "Project Hopeful" first premiered at the 23rd Annual Notre Dame Student Film Festival in January 2012. In just 10 months, the film has been accepted to more than 15 national and international festivals, earning "Best Picture" at the RE:IMAGE Film Festival 2012 and second place at the LA New Wave International Film Festival 2012, among other honors.

Professors weigh in on weak economy

The unemployment rate in the United States is 7.8 percent. The country is more than $16 trillion in debt.

Belles to hold concert raising money for charity

Saint Mary's College Dance Marathon club will host a benefit concert titled "Rock Out for Riley" Thursday night at 7 p.m. in Haggar Parlor to raise money for Riley Children's Hospital in Indianapolis.