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Snite Research Center in the Visual Arts will open next fall

Snite plans fall reopening after art exodus

By Chloe Hanford · Monday, March 2, 2026

Beginning next fall, University students and the public will now have the opportunity to visit and explore the Snite Research Center in the Visual Arts, where classes will also be taking place there.

Prayer service for ND’s Catholic mission concludes week of protest planning

By Mara Hall and Henry Jagodzinski · Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026

A planned protest shifted to a prayer service focused on “unity and gratitude” after professor Susan Ostermann declined her appointment to lead the Liu Institute for Asia and Asian Studies.

Prayer service held at the Grotto for march

Organizers shift protest to prayer service after Ostermann declines Liu directorship

By Observer News Staff · Friday, Feb. 27, 2026

Organizers have reframed the 6 p.m. prayer service as a celebratory moment and a unifying event focused on the Notre Dame’s Catholic identity.

Holy Cross announces housing updates ahead of fall 2026 residence hall opening

By Eileen Doyle · Friday, Feb. 27, 2026

Holy Cross College announced several housing updates ahead of the fall 2026 opening of its new residence hall, including designating the building as all-male, converting Pulte Hall into an all-female dorm and reducing off-campus housing at University Edge.

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Students curate exhibit exploring South Bend’s history of racism

By Sophie Lewandowski · Friday, Feb. 27, 2026

Students in Professor Jamie Wagman’s first-year seminar curated an exhibit examining South Bend’s history of racism, now on display at Cushwa-Leighton Library at Saint Mary’s College.

Professors react to Supreme Court decision to strike down Trump’s tariffs

By Matthew Morin · Friday, Feb. 27, 2026

Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump was decided by the Court on February 20th after four months of deliberation.

New STEM designation for finance major grants international students benefits

By Zach Ford and Zack Pohlman · Friday, Feb. 27, 2026

The University of Notre Dame’s Mendoza College of Business will designate its finance major as STEM beginning in January 2026, allowing international students to qualify for a 24-month OPT extension and increasing their chances of securing H-1B visas after graduation.

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Over 800 people stuck on waitlist as preparations for this year's Holy Half continue

By Mara Hall · Friday, Feb. 27, 2026

Despite technical difficulties, registration for this year’s Holy Half Marathon has filled up. This year’s Holy Half will support four beneficiaries.

Ostermann declines Liu Institute directorship following backlash over abortion advocacy

By Observer News Staff · Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026

Professor Susan Ostermann had received mounting criticism over her advocacy for abortion access.

Bishop Rhoades holds prayer service for sanctity of life

By Observer News Staff · Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026

The Bishop of Fort Wayne-South Bend offered a Grotto prayer service in dedication of preservation of life.

Senate rejects impeachment bid against Carroll Hall senator

By David Murphy · Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026

The student senate voted Wednesday not to pursue impeachment proceedings against Carroll Hall senator Charlie Bacon, despite a recommendation from the Judicial Council citing seven absences in violation of bylaws.

Student groups, community members and Sycamore Trust offer perspectives on ‘March on the Dome’

By Mara Hall and Gray Nocjar · Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026

College Republicans, College Democrats, Lucy Spence of The Irish Rover and Sycamore Trust share thoughts on the upcoming demonstration.

Professors volunteer to teach course on founding ideals

By Jessica Mayor · Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026

A one-credit political science course explores the ideas of 1776 and their lasting influence, drawing engagement from students and alumni.

Scholar-in-Residence offers insight into newest poetry collection, ‘Coming Ashore’

By Aynslee Dellacca · Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026

Thomas O'Grady presents on his new collection of poetry, “Coming Ashore” Tuesday evening in Stapleton Lounge.

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ND cuts ties with The Ph.D. Project, reaches agreement with Education Department

By Observer News Staff · Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026

Notre Dame is one of 31 universities found to have violated Title VI of the Civil Rights Act by the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights by partnering with the Ph.D. Project, which the department says “limits eligibility based on the race of participants.”

Belles Unite Borders to march for solidarity with immigrants

By Observer News Staff · Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026

Belles Unite Borders plans to host a peaceful protest and march next Tuesday in support of immigrants.

Solidarity SMC hosts panel on immigration as a pro-life issue

By Sophie Lewandowski · Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026

Solidarity SMC hosted a panel titled “Immigrant Rights are a Pro-Life Issue” to explore immigration through the lens of Catholic Social Teaching and social justice. Student organizers and guest speakers emphasized the connections between faith, advocacy and the lived realities of immigrant communities in South Bend.

Major renovation nearly complete at Moreau Seminary and Scholasticate

By Matthew Morin · Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026

After its first major renovation since opening in 1958, Moreau Seminary has been transformed into the Moreau Seminary and Scholasticate, a modernized center for Holy Cross formation across St. Joseph’s Lake from the University of Notre Dame. The project upgraded residential, academic and communal spaces, added new amenities and structural improvements, and now houses 43 postulants, seminarians and priests preparing for religious life.

Notre Dame recognized as top producer of Fulbright students for 12th consecutive year

By Emily Barlett · Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026

The Flatley Center for Undergraduate Scholarly Engagement supports students throughout their application process.

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University increases lobbying spending amidst higher education policy changes

By Grace Sullivan and Sophie Hanawalt · Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026

Notre Dame reported spending $750,000 on their lobbyists in 2025, focusing efforts on a wide range of issues pertaining to research, athletics and immigration, among others.