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Freshmen participate in first-ever merit scholarship program

By The Observer · Tuesday, March 8, 2011

Two years ago, two Notre Dame graduates made a large gift to the University with the intention of creating an undergraduate scholars program. This academic year, 25 freshmen became the first group of students to enter the University's first merit-based scholarship program.

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COR plans for freshmen

By The Observer · Tuesday, March 8, 2011

The Council of Representatives (COR) looked to the upcoming year and planned for the incoming freshmen class during its meeting Tuesday.

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CCAC discusses zoning law

By The Observer · Tuesday, March 8, 2011

A large number of students are currently renting off-campus residences against zoning laws, said Director of South Bend Code Enforcement Catherine Toppel at Tuesday's Community/Campus Advisory Coalition (CCAC) meeting.

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Green to reflect Irish landscape

By The Observer · Tuesday, March 8, 2011

Current construction at Notre Dame's Irish Green, which includes the addition of a new entrance inspired by Irish landscapes, will conclude in the coming weeks, University Architect Doug Marsh said.

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College to announce Woman of the Year recipient

By The Observer · Monday, March 7, 2011

To recognize and honor the influence and work of a female faculty member, staff member or administrator, Student Academic Council (SAC) will hold a reception and dinner today, Laura Smith, student body president and president of SAC, said.

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Landscapers keep winter weather at bay

By The Observer · Monday, March 7, 2011

Snow is a reality that students at Notre Dame have to live with, but it is one landscaping services actually has to deal with. Manager of landscaping services Pat McCaulsin and his team of 33 groundskeepers are responsible for keeping all 1,250 acres of Notre Dame safe and clean during the winter months.

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Morris Inn serves students and public alike

By The Observer · Monday, March 7, 2011

Notre Dame is sometimes referred to as a "Catholic Disney World" and, appropriately, it has its own hotel — the 57-year-old Morris Inn. Director William J. Beirne said the on-campus hotel works differently than others, as it is primarily focused on the guest experience.

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Professor addresses turmoil in Libya

By The Observer · Monday, March 7, 2011

Working with a speed that defied its traditional "approach with caution" method, the United Nations Security Council imposed sanctions against Libya's Gadhafi regimen Feb. 26.

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RCLC given summer grant

By The Observer · Monday, March 7, 2011

A six-week intensive summer Shakespeare program for inner city youth will be funded by a grant given to the Robinson Community Learning Center (RCLC) by Better World Books, a for-profit social venture founded by three Notre Dame graduates.

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Doyle discusses split of Office of ResLife

By The Observer · Monday, March 7, 2011

Vice president for Student Affairs Fr. Tom Doyle attended Monday's Campus Life Council (CLC) meeting to discuss the forthcoming split of the Office of Residence Life and Housing into two offices, the Office of Residence Life and the Housing Office.

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Student competition to aid camp

By The Observer · Sunday, March 6, 2011

Soon the sound of bouncing basketballs and cheers will sound around campus with the annual Bookstore Basketball Tournament during the month of April, but organizers wanted participants to know the event is about much more than the 5-on-5 games on the court.

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Steiner lectures on sustainable farming

By The Observer · Sunday, March 6, 2011

Making agriculture sustainable should be a concern for everyone, said Jerry Steiner, executive vice president of Sustainability and Corporate Affairs for Monsanto, in his Friday lecture, "Sustainable Agriculture: Why It Matters."

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OIS extends application deadline

By The Observer · Sunday, March 6, 2011

The Office of International Studies has extended application deadlines to March 21 for its spring of 2012 study abroad programs in Puebla, Santiago and Washington, D.C., Shawn Finlen, coordinator for the Washington, D.C. program, said.

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Dayne sticks to charity

By The Observer · Saturday, March 5, 2011

Activities at Rolfs Sports Recreation Center were in full force Friday, but Center Court One was temporarily out of commission. Irish quarterback Dayne Crist was taped to the east wall with purple, pink, blue and even cheetah tape.

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