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SMC hosts student panel on ‘free expression and belonging’

On Wednesday evening, five Saint Mary’s College students presented their findings from a conference at DePauw University. At this conference, they discussed communication skills and how to institute healthy dialogue in community conversations.

Senate holds elections, amends constitution

The Notre Dame student senate met Wednesday afternoon, holding elections for the Campus Life Council and the Committee for the Constitution and passing orders to amend parts of the constitution.

Dance company prepares for spring showcase

Members of the Notre Dame Dance Company reflect on their experience with the company before their spring showcase.

National champion winning Notre Dame Gaelic Athletic Association seeks to promote Irish culture

The Notre team Gaelic football team won its third consecutive national championship this year against Navy.

Michigan prosecutor Kym Worthy speaks at annual ‘Raise Your Voice’ symposium

Michigan prosecutor Kym Worthy gave the keynote session for Saint Mary's College third annual Raise Your Voice Symposium.

‘How to Get Away with Murder’: professor gives lecture about missing and murdered Indigenous women

Liza Black, an associate professor of history and Native American Studies at Indiana University, gave a lecture on April 15 about her book "How to Get Away with Murder," which explores six cases of missing and murdered indigenous women, girls and non-binary people across Canada, Mexico and the United States. 

Sorin College hosts annual secession week

Sorin College hosts an annual secession week to promote pride within the dorm according to newly elected Sorin College President and Vice President. Phillip Hicks speaks on the history of Sorin and his time living in the hall.

NDPD: Battery committed at Bookstore Basketball court

The annual Bookstore Basketball tournament is billed as the largest five-on-five outdoor basketball tournament in the world

Office of Sustainability aims to increase recycling

The University plans to increase recycling efforts and awareness among students as April is sustainability month. They also plan on improving students' knowledge on the recycling process by offering students a tour of a local recycling center.

Holy Half unites runners and spectators

Over 1,500 runners woke up Saturday morning to tackle the Holy Half Marathon around Notre Dame Campus. Volunteers and supporters also arose from the slumber with music and signs ready to cheer on racers.

Fisher Hall hosts its ‘last’ regatta

Students and spectators gathered at Saint Mary’s Lake for the Fisher Regatta, raising $15,000 for St. Adalbert school by midday. Despite uncertainties about its future, Commissioner Nick Biad expressed hope for continuing the tradition. Participants crafted makeshift boats, from inflatable unicorns to wooden constructions, showcasing community spirit and creativity in the event.

Dunnedance Film Festival showcases student creativity and achievement

The Dunnedance Film Festival, hosted annually by Dunne Hall at the University of Notre Dame, provides students with an opportunity to showcase their creativity through film. Colin Farrell, a sophomore and organizer, won multiple awards and emphasized film as a powerful medium for capturing and reflecting on memories.

Tri-campus community marches against sexual violence in 'Take Back the Night' event

Members from Saint Mary’s, Holy Cross College, and Notre Dame participated in the “Take Back the Night” event, advocating against sexual violence through a march, prayer service, and survivor testimonials.

SMC theater program to showcase ‘Anne of Green Gables’ musical this weekend

The SMC theater program will showcase "Anne of Green Gables" as their spiring musical this weekend. Students playing to lead roles and the production's stage manager reflect on the best parts of the show and their involvement in theater.

South Shore Line announces return of full service, end of busing between stations

The South Shore Line has completed its railway upgrades, restoring full train service and ending temporary busing between Gary Metro Center and Dune Park.

Bishop Thomas J. Paprocki speaks on law and vocation

Bishop Thomas J. Paprocki addressed Notre Dame law students on the intersection of law and vocation, emphasizing the higher call to sainthood and the sacrificial nature of true vocation in both professional and personal life.

Fire breaks out in O’Neill Family Hall

With a cascade of fire trucks still present, many residents moved en masse to the Huddle while awaiting reentry to the building, while a small crowd of students in neighboring dorms came out to observe the chaos. 

Professors convene to discuss human health and climate change

“Those who contribute the least to climate change are the most impacted.”

Senate fills positions for end of term, next year

Wednesday's senate meeting focused on filling positions for the remainder of the term and next year, including parliamentarian, vice president of junior council and judicial council vice president.

Swiss ambassador to the US, filmmaker and genocide survivor discuss Rwandan genocide