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Members discuss role of Off-Campus Council

At this week's Council of Representatives (COR) meeting, members discussed the role of the Off-Campus Council and how possible improvements could increase effectiveness and take more of the burden of handling off-campus concerns from other groups, leaving more resources for other issues.

Friedman to address recent book at Forum's signature event

Pulitzer Prize winning journalist and New York Times columnist Tom Friedman will speak tonight about the global economy's relationship to the common good at the Notre Dame Forum's signature event.

Magazine switches to Web edition

Saint Mary's yearly literary magazine, "Chimes," is getting a new look this year.

Donnelly wins race for House seat

Notre Dame alumnus and Democratic incumbent Joe Donnelly narrowly defeated Republican Jackie Walorski for the seat of Indiana's 2nd Congressional District.

Habitat begins work on new house

Last month, Notre Dame's Habitat for Humanity Club began construction on the 17th house it has built during its time as a student group.

Grads' debt below national averages

Notre Dame graduates' student debt is comparable to or less than national averages released in recent reports, according to Joseph Russo, director of Student Financial Strategies.

Student starts WWFF chapter

In order to provide international relief for malnutrition while offering a local twist, Saint Mary's junior Meredith Rizzo opened a College chapter of the Will Work For Food (WWFF) organization.

CSC, halls recycle cans for Worker

Through a partnership between the Center for Social Concerns (CSC) and the South Bend Catholic Worker, Notre Dame students will contribute to the local community this school year by recycling aluminum cans.

British consul visits Notre Dame

British Consul General Robert Chatterton Dickson visited Notre Dame's campus Monday to meet with University President Fr. John Jenkins and undergraduate students.

Students make cards for Sullivan family

Student government delivered more than 200 letters from members of the Notre Dame community to the family of junior Declan Sullivan on Monday, student body chief of staff Nick Ruof said.

Kelly addresses Sullivan's death

Notre Dame head coach Brian Kelly said in Saturday's post-game press conference that he made the decision to practice outdoors Wednesday when junior videographer Declan Sullivan died after the scissor lift he was filming practice from collapsed.

Students consider midterm elections

Junior Drew Webster said he feels like he'll pay more attention to politics and voting when he is older.

Notre Dame improves sustainability

Notre Dame received a B+ on the College Sustainability Report Card 2011, improving from its overall grade of B in 2010.

Fans reflect on 'somber' game day

During the moment of silence in honor of Declan Sullivan before Saturday's football game, sophomore Erin Wright said the only sound she heard in the Stadium was the American flag clinking against the flagpole.

University, team honor Sullivan

The memory of Declan Sullivan permeated campus Saturday, from the band's pre-game performances to Irish coach Brian Kelly's post-game press conference.

Athletic director speaks on moments leading up to student's death

Director of Athletics Jack Swarbrick entered the football practice field at about 4:47 p.m. Wednesday, and witnessed two completed passes. He said practice seemed normal, until he felt a powerful gust of wind, and saw objects that had formerly been stationary fly past him.

University family mourns Declan Sullivan

Everyone had his or her own way of honoring Declan Sullivan.

Donnelly defends seat against Republican challenger

Editor's Note: This is the final installment in a two-part series featuring two candidates vying to represent Indiana's 2nd Congressional District.

Graduate students find challenges rewarding

Positive attitude guides paralyzed alum after accident