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Notre Dame dedicates new hydroelectric facility on river

By Kelsey Quint · Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2022

Notre Dame dedicated its new hydroelectric facility, called ND Hydro, on the dam of St. Joseph River in downtown South Bend last week.

Activist discusses danger of stalking

By Krystyna Sowa · Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2022

Debbie Riddle, an educator on stalking, spoke at Saint Mary's Tuesday night to discuss the importance of speaking out regarding stalking. After Riddle's sister was killed by her stalker in 2003, she dedicated herself to sharing that story and serving as a catalyst for change.

On-campus farmer's market gives students a taste of South Bend

By Claire Reid · Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2022

The Notre Dame student government South Bend engagement committee held the first on-campus farmer's market this past Friday, Sept. 16. The event featured local South Bend restaurants, artisans and vendors.

Holy Cross College celebrates Founder's Day

By Angela Mathew · Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2022

This Monday marked 56 years since Holy Cross College’s establishment. The College was founded on Sept. 19, 1966 by Holy Cross Brothers whose mission is to be “educators in the faith” to men and women everywhere — especially the poor, afflicted and oppressed.

GreeNDot widens focus under new department leadership

By Peter Breen · Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2022

Students gathered on Library Lawn from 9-11 p.m. Friday night for Notre Dame’s third celebration of National greeNDot Day.

Director of national intelligence discusses career, national security risks

By Isa Sheikh · Monday, Sept. 19, 2022

On Friday, director of national intelligence (DNI) Avril Haines appeared at the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center to discuss her career, the role of the intelligence community and global threats to the United States.

'There's always another way': Student Government leaders plan for successful school year

By Bella Laufenberg · Monday, Sept. 19, 2022

Over the summer, Patrick Lee, Sofie Stitt, Nicole Baumann and the rest of Notre Dame Student Government were hard at work for the student body.

State Senator Monique Limón discusses elevating voices, women in politics

By Caroline Collins · Monday, Sept. 19, 2022

On Friday morning in the Hesburgh Center Auditorium, California State Senator Monique Limón spoke about the intersection between her experience working in public office and her Latina identity. The lecture is part of Hispanic Heritage Month and was hosted by the Hesburgh Program in Public Service and the Institute for Latino Studies.

El Campito to host third annual Taco Battle fundraiser

By Caroline Mereness · Monday, Sept. 19, 2022

El Campito Child Development Center, a bilingual early childcare center in South Bend, will host its third annual Taco Battle fundraiser featuring local vendors on Tuesday.

Outdoor WiFi, lights, furniture to be installed in new Belle's Corner outside Le Mans

By Katelyn Waldschmidt · Monday, Sept. 19, 2022

Every day, students pass the west entrance of Le Mans Hall and watch as workers spread gravel, lay patio tiles and work to turn the space into… What?

2022-23 leprechauns talk journeys to leading Notre Dame fans

By Meghan Lange · Friday, Sept. 16, 2022

The Fighting Irish welcome four new leprechauns for the 2022-2023 year. Seniors Jake House and Jamison Cook, junior Ryan Coury and sophomore Colin Mahoney were selected. All four will be entering the role for the first time. The new Leprechauns reflected on their paths to the green suit and their hopes for the year.

Saint Mary’s, local community to participate in suicide prevention walk

By Marisol Bohorquez · Friday, Sept. 16, 2022

As a part of Suicide Prevention Month, the South Bend community is passionate to show support through the Out of the Darkness walking event taking place this Saturday.

Former Irish quarterback seeks to help athletes navigate NIL space

By Ryan Peters · Friday, Sept. 16, 2022

In 2018, Arike Ogunbowale hit back-to-back game-winning buzzer beaters in the national semifinal and championship to earn the Notre Dame women’s basketball team its first national title since 2001.

University receives grant for quantum sciences

By Redmond Bernhold · Friday, Sept. 16, 2022

The University of Notre Dame, Indiana University, Purdue University and Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) received a repeatable five-year grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to further research the applications of quantum technologies in private industries.

Staff, law student comment on law school admissions change

By Emma Duffy · Friday, Sept. 16, 2022

On Aug. 31, Notre Dame Law School announced that they will be terminating their early decision program. This means that all prospective students will now have the ability to apply to the non-binding regular decision application. One’s interest in attending the law school will now no longer be shown through the time they apply, but interest demonstrated in “Why Notre Dame Law School?” statement.

Senate discusses 'Lake Dillon,' class council elections

By Kendelle Hung-Ino · Thursday, Sept. 15, 2022

The Notre Dame student senate met Wednesday evening and approved orders regarding the suspension of first-year class council elections and the future renovations between South Dining Hall and Dillon Hall. The senators also discussed proposals on the addition of sustainability points toward the Hall of the Year competition and subsidizing student RecSports passes.

Tri-campus Thursday: South Asia Group brings interdisciplinary scholars together

By Angela Mathew · Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2022

Students and faculty members gathered over samosas and steaming cups of chai in 2148 Jenkins and Nanovic Halls on Wednesday for the South Asia Group’s first event this semester. The South Asia Group is an interdisciplinary group of faculty, scholars and students at Notre Dame whose work relates to the region that includes Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.

Employers chase talent amid economic uncertainty at Notre Dame career fairs

By Peter Breen · Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2022

The Center for Career Development hosted the 2022 In-Person Fall Career Fair in the Duncan Student Center from Monday through Wednesday this week.

Klau Center granted institute status

By Observer News Staff · Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2022

The Klau Center for Civil and Human Rights has been elevated to an institute following a large donation from Rick and Molly Klau, according to a University press release Wednesday. The Klau Institute falls within the Keough School of Global Affairs and offers a curriculum in which students explore critical issues through the lens of Catholic social tradition, according to its website.

Notre Dame students compete in NBC trivia show

By Elena Que · Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2022

A team of three Notre Dame students recently appeared on "Capital One College Bowl," a trivia show on NBC hosted by Peyton and Cooper Manning. The trio appeared on the season two premiere episode, which aired Friday, September 9th. Competing for academic scholarships, the team went up against rival Ohio State University and successfully moved on to the next round.