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Students reflect on their work to effect change on campus

Editor's note: This is the fourth installment in a four-part series commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Notre Dame 10 and looking at student activism on campus today. The first three parts introduced the Notre Dame 10 and their protest efforts and examined University President Emeritus Fr. Theodore Hesburgh's 15-minute rule. Senior Kristi Haas has observed two different kinds of activism on campus during her past three years at Notre Dame.

College holds fourth annual multi-cultural dance recital

With offerings of dancing, singing and food, students came together Tuesday to learn about different cultures during International Education Week at Saint Mary's College.

First-generation college student receives award

For Mariel Rose, a sophomore at Saint Mary's, going to college may not run in the family, but "not getting a college education had never crossed my mind," she said.

Dunn clarifies rectors' role at ND

The University looks for strong pastoral skills, education and experience when hiring rectors, Assistant Vice President of Student Affairs Sr. Sue Dunn said at the Student Senate meeting Wednesday.

Foreign exchange students share cultures during panel

Saint Mary's foreign exchange students spread their knowledge of world culture, sharing details such as debunking stereotypes about foreigners, during a panel discussion held in honor of International Education Week at the College.

Lupus survivor returns to ND for book signing

Notre Dame graduate Sara Gorman will return to campus Thursday feeling healthy and strong as she signs copies of her new book "Despite Lupus: How to Live Well with a Chronic Illness," in he Hammes Notre Dame Bookstore from 4 to 6 p.m.

Past activism remembered, current efforts examined

Editor's note: This is the third installment in a four-part series commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Notre Dame 10 and looking at student activism on campus today. The first two parts introduced the Notre Dame 10 and their protest efforts and examined University President Emeritus Fr. Theodore Hesburgh's 15-minute rule. John Eckenrode said he was just an ordinary student when he was suspended 40 years ago for participating in the Dow-CIA protest.

Team Yellow Tail wins Case Bowl

The final round of the Notre Dame Entrepreneurship Society's Case Study Bowl took place Wednesday evening in Jordan Hall, with the student team Yellow Tail prevailing over the other two finalists to show its company — a wine brand — offered the best product and business plan.

ROTC holds Dixon Challenge

Crawling under barbed wire, grenade training and responding to the fallout of a bomb all while carrying a 35 pound backpack — just an average test day for Notre Dame's ROTC Army division.

OIT urges Facebook awareness

 Social networking through Web sites such as Facebook has become a popular way to communicate with friends, and it is no longer just college students who are taking advantage of the services offered by these sites.

Former presidential candidate Huckabee hosts book signing

Mike Huckabee's appearance at the Hammes Notre Dame Bookstore yesterday afternoon to sign copies of his newest book, "A Simple Christmas," marked the first time a politician has appeared at the Bookstore for a book signing, Kristin Blitch, marketing manager at the bookstore, said.

The Shirt Project elects president

With football season almost over, preparations are already underway for the 2010 Shirt Project, with the nomination and selection of junior Christian Gigante for the position of the president. 

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Mayor of Hell' works to improve Braddock

A Rolling Stone profile called him the "Mayor of Hell," and Braddock, Pa. "maybe the worst town in America," but that doesn't seem to have diminished Mayor John Fetterman's energy or dedication to the historic steel town. 

Students aid school newspaper

Notre Dame student volunteers are giving elementary students at St. Adalbert's Catholic school the chance to collaborate with their classmates on a school newspaper.

Club fights to improve working conditions

Human rights violations against farm workers in Florida are the focus an on-campus Latino student activist club MEChA's upcoming Education Night as part of a Week of Action for better working conditions and fair food policies.

Campus activism: Then and now

Editor's note: This is the first of a four-part series commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Notre Dame 10 and exploring the history of student activism on campus. The number 10 had a special ring to it in November of 1969.

Task forces meet, update group on recent progress

The original version of the article incorrectly stated that the Task Force on Evaluation of Student Body Disciplinary Records met with Bill Kirk, assistant vice president of the Office of Residence Life and Housing (ORLH). The group met with Jeff Shoup, director of ORLH. The Observer regrets this error.

SMC students share abroad stories

Saint Mary's College kicked off their International Education and Modern Language Week yesterday with an intercultural showcase. The event consisted of music, photos, videos and personal stories of study abroad experiences.

Book fair to benefit SMC education center

The Learning Tree, a resource education center for students at Saint Mary's, will be co-hosting a book fair with Usborne Books, an educational materials supplier, this Thursday and Friday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. in the Student Center Atrium.