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Arabic Culture Night explores language

The fifth annual Arabic Culture Night this evening offers the Notre Dame community an opportunity to explore foreign cultures through student performances entirely in Arabic.

Student publishes novels

The past few months brought major stepping-stones toward second-year graduate student Betsy Cornwell's dream of becoming a published author.

Archbishop discusses Second Vatican Council

Thursday afternoon, Archbishop Jean-Louis Bruguès, secretary of the Congregation for Catholic Education, gave the seventh annual Terrence R. Keeley Vatican lecture, "The Second Vatican Council ahead of us," in the Eck Visitor Center.

Video inspires solidarity

On Feb. 28, the 4 to 5 Movement, a student group pushing for inclusion of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) rights at Notre Dame released the "It Needs to Get Better" video in the midst of a push for the University to officially recognize a gay-straight alliance and include sexual orientation in its non-discrimination clause.

Group discusses ordinance, service day

Members of the South Bend community and Notre Dame student government discussed compliance issues with a 2007 housing ordinance and the upcoming CommUniversity Day at Wednesday's Campus/Community Advisory Coalition (CCAC) meeting.

Lecture to discuss autism awareness

Alison Singer, founder and president of the Autism Science Foundation, will give a lecture at the third annual Autism Conference tonight on current scientific research regarding autism.

Students to travel to Uganda to promote youth sports

Twelve Notre Dame students will travel to Uganda for two weeks in May to share their athletic passion and talents with the country's youth.

Event promotes dialogue of inclusion

Howard Hall sponsored the Tunnel of Love event Wednesday to promote discussion about diversity and inclusion in light of the alleged hate crimes against two black student organizations that occurred before spring break.

Group discusses bike shop, discrimination

Student Senate discussed both the potential reopening of the Notre Dame Bike Shop and the March 5 town hall meeting that addressed discrimination at its Wednesday meeting.

Organization volunteers abroad

HANDS, a non-profit organization founded by three Notre Dame alumni from different Central American countries, seeks to reduce poverty levels in Central America by partnering with local organizations and coordinating volunteer programs there, co-founder Mariana Diaz said.

Mendoza earns No. 1 ranking once again

Move over, Notre Dame football. There's a new Fighting Irish dynasty in town.

Association prepares for upcoming turnover

Saint Mary's Student Government Association (SGA) discussed last week's election and prepared for the upcoming student government turnover, which will take place April 1.  

Professor publishes paper on Fukushima

On March 11, 2011, the world held its collective breath as the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power station in Japan melted down after being incapacitated by the devastating earthquake and tsunami that left over 19,000 people dead or missing.

Office of sustainability hosts energy competition

This March, the Office of Sustainability is working to make sure the buildings on each quad are just as green as the lawns and trees around them. The fourth annual campus energy competition is taking place from March 10 to 30, splitting the 29 residence halls into four teams to collectively "go green".

ND plans for games at night

After the success of last year's night game against USC, the Notre Dame football team will add two home night games to the upcoming season. According to a University press release, Notre Dame will host Michigan on September 22 at night, while the game against Miami at Chicago's Soldier Field will also be held at night.

Third Eye Blind returns to campus

This Saturday, Notre Dame students will get a blast from the past when, for the third time, Third Eye Blind headlines the Student Union Board's spring concert.

Hesburgh made Irish citizen

Already a major date on Notre Dame calendars, this year's St. Patrick's Day had additional significance for the University. Enda Kenny, Taoiseach (prime minister) of Ireland, visited campus Saturday evening to present an Irish passport to University President Emeritus Fr. Theodore Hesburgh.

SMC recognizes communication dept.

The Saint Mary's Communication Studies, Dance and Theater Department kicked off a weeklong celebration to recognize students' and professors' contributions to the department and community yesterday. 

Legends holds focus group for Saint Mary's students

Legends of Notre Dame is a restaurant, bar and club that serves as a gathering place for the Notre Dame, Saint Mary's and Holy Cross communities. On March 8, the Legends marketing team held a focus group at Saint Mary's for students to voice their opinions and concerns.

Alumnus to launch new website