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Candidates explore religious life

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Candidates at Moreau Seminary and undergraduate seminarians at Old College deciding to become Holy Cross priests or brothers may live on Notre Dame's campus but lead very different lives than the average student.


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State seizes student houses

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Living off campus is a rite of passage for many Notre Dame seniors, but the state of Indiana threw a wrench in several students' housing plans for next year before they could even move in.


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The Glee Project' contestant speaks about true beauty

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The cast of The Glee Project presented True Beauty at the Carroll Auditorium in Saint Mary's Madeleva Hall last night. Members of the show discussed their definition of beauty and self esteem as a part of Love Your Body Week.


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Professor discusses Barbie doll's impact

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With blonde hair and blue eyes, Barbie seems like an all-American girl next door — but behind the plastic doll lies a mysterious past and a troubling message, according to Terri Russ.

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NDeRC to host annual conference

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The Notre Dame extended Research Community (NDeRC) will host its fifth annual Collaborating for Education and Research Forum tomorrow in the Jordan Hall of Science.


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Construction causes issues for parking

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Construction of the Wellness Center in the D2 South lot has forced students to park further away from their on-campus destinations. Another project planned for the B1 lot this spring will also temporarily restrict parking.


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Group passes resolution to amend clause

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Student Senate passed a resolution Wednesday requesting the University add "sexual orientation" to the nondiscrimination clause and publicly address why the phrase is not currently included.




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Students create flash mob

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On Wednesday night, diners at North Dining Hall were treated to a special surprise when they swiped in around 6:30 p.m. — a piece of live performance poetry.


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Association approves new council constitutions

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Saint Mary's College Student Government Association (SGA) has moved one step closer toward finalizing its new structure by passing four new council constitutions, Emma Brink, executive secretary, said.


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President Jenkins reorganizes staff

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University President Fr. John Jenkins announced Tuesday three staff members will assume new positions in his office over the next month, according to a University press release.


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Fightin' Irish Battalion continues excellence

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With a strong tradition dating back to 1858, the Notre Dame Army Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) program is one of the most distinguished and respected organizations on campus.Now, that acknowledgement has spread nationwide.


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Laughter class teaches stress relief techniques

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If you heard a lot of chuckles emanating from Stapleton Lounge on Tuesday night, don't be alarmed. Certified laughter leader Mary Labuzienski provided an optimistic guide to college life as part of Saint Mary's "Love Your Body Week."


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Panel discusses body image and addiction

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Loving your body can entail many things, as attendees of Tuesday's panel "Where Do You Draw the Line?" learned. Panelists at the event discussed alcohol abuse, cultural influences within the community, body dissatisfaction and controlling and taming personal thoughts.



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Zuckert earns achievement award

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Political science professor Michael Zuckert recently won the Jack Miller Center Chairman's Lifetime Achievement Award for his extensive work in political theory.




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Alumna addresses anorexia

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As part of Love Your Body Week at Saint Mary's, Christina Grasso, a 2011 College alumna, shared the story of her personal battle with anorexia, titled "Down the Rabbit Hole," with the Saint Mary's community Monday.