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Senate passes 4 resolutions

By The Observer · Thursday, March 4, 2010

 The Student Senate discussed and passed four resolutions — including one that requests DeBartolo classrooms remain open at night and another changing the scheduling for State of the Student Union addresses — during its meeting Wednesday night.

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Students plan for Spring Break

By The Observer · Thursday, March 4, 2010

 Spring Break holds different meanings for different Notre Dame students. Some view it as an opportunity to jet off to tropical locales, while others use it to participate in service projects — and some simply jump at the chance to return home for a week of relaxation after midterms.

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SGA plans for end of this academic year

By The Observer · Thursday, March 4, 2010

 In preparation for their upcoming term as leaders of Saint Mary's Student Government Association (SGA) beginning April 1, juniors Rachael Chesley and Laura Smith attended Wednesday's meeting. 

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Basketball registration ends Fri.

By The Observer · Wednesday, March 3, 2010

Bookstore Basketball, the world's largest outdoor five-on-five basketball tournament, is just around the corner, and the tournament's organizers are hoping to break their own record by garnering even more teams to play than last year's 650.

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Harvard Law dean set to lecture

By The Observer · Wednesday, March 3, 2010

Martha Minow, this year's speaker for the annual Rev. Theodore M. Hesburgh Lecture in Ethics and Public Policy, is not someone who ascribes to the "ivory tower" mentality that can isolate academics, said Joan Fallon, director of communications for the Kroc Institute. Instead, Minow is a highly accessible and relatable thinker who has a passion for education, Fallon said.

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Campus strives to end the 'R' word

By The Observer · Wednesday, March 3, 2010

"End the ‘R' Word Day" is returning to campus for its second year to raise public awareness about the social prejudice faced by people with intellectual disabilities, now with celebrity endorsements and a national platform. 

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ND mourns Walton's death

By The Observer · Wednesday, March 3, 2010

Dr. Gail Walton, director of music at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart, will be remembered as a dedicated musician, teacher and Catholic who touched the lives of many members of the Notre Dame community.

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Saint Mary's announces Commencement speaker

By The Observer · Wednesday, March 3, 2010

Marine biologist Sylvia Earle will deliver the 2010 Commencement address and receive an honorary doctor of humanities degree from Saint Mary's. Author Lois Lowry will also be receiving an honorary doctor of humanities degree at the ceremony.

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Students elect leaders for SAB, SDB, RHA during Feb. 26 elections

By The Observer · Tuesday, March 2, 2010

Saint Mary's College chose new leaders for the Student Activities Board (SAB), Student Diversity Board (SDB) and Residence Hall Association (RHA). The elections took place on Feb. 26. Student Activities Board With plans to "bring a new face to Student Activities Board," sophomore Jennifer Kline said she and sophomore Allie Courtney are excited to take the reigns as SAB leaders. Courtney and Kline won SAB president and vice president uncontested.

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Chesley, Smith to lead SMC student body

By The Observer · Tuesday, March 2, 2010

Saint Mary's juniors Rachael Chesley and Laura Smith said they will bring a "fresh perspective" to their roles as Student Government Association (SGA) president and vice president, respectively, when they take office April 1.

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CLC debates du Lac changes

By The Observer · Tuesday, March 2, 2010

The Campus Life Council (CLC) debated recommendations for du Lac revisions Monday, specifically focusing on medical amnesty and clarification of language.

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Ally Week reaches out to LGBTQ community

By The Observer · Tuesday, March 2, 2010

In order to understand what it means to support members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) community, Saint Mary's College is hosting Ally Week, Laurel Javors, vice president of the Straight and Gay Alliance (SAGA), said.

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Student government jobs open

By The Observer · Tuesday, March 2, 2010

Each year, a new student government regime comes to office, bringing a fresh crop of students with them in order to put their agenda into effect.

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Council discusses FLEX, du Lac recommendations

By The Observer · Tuesday, March 2, 2010

The Council of Representatives (COR) presented a new initiative for the Freshmen Leadership Experience (FLEX) and discussed ongoing recommendations for revisions to the du Lac student handbook at its meeting Tuesday night.

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CEO discusses changes in media

By The Observer · Monday, March 1, 2010

As expansion of the Internet over the past decade continues to revolutionize American lives, the ramifications for the news and communication business are especially profound.

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SMC hall director Shea receives award

By The Observer · Monday, March 1, 2010

Responsible for supervising 10 resident advisors (RAs) and about 264 residents, McCandless Hall and Opus Hall director Kady Shea received the Advisor of the Year award for her work with the College Residence Hall Association (RHA).

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