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UN group, businesses, to meet at ND

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Government representatives and top business executives will meet on campus with the United Nations Global Compact Foundation next week to discuss their goals to end extreme poverty around the world.


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Architect speaks on city design

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Leaving the planet in better shape for future generations through good city planning should be a goal for both architects and citizens, said visiting architect Dhiru A. Thadani Wednesday.


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Group discusses senator turnover

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With student government turnover approaching on April 1, Student Senate discussed ways of improving the senator transition workshop for incoming senators at Wednesday's meeting.


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Association discusses printing access

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After debate, Saint Mary's Student Government Association (SGA) passed a motion Wednesday to install a printer in Holy Cross Hall before the current administration ends its term April 1.


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SMC reps discuss women in science

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Young women should study biology, chemistry and engineering to increase the female presence in the science field, four Saint Mary's representatives said on local television Friday.



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Freshmen participate in first-ever merit scholarship program

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.