Opinion

Block the Vote

Don't settle for safety

Burst the bubble

The places we will go

How can we measure what matters most?

We have begun another school year at this University named in honor of Our Lady. But the beginning of school is not the only pressing event in August. In August we celebrate the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the Queenship of Mary.

Welcome back, welcome home

Beyond expectation

Faith in deep water

Stay open, don't miss right now

This last weekend I had the privilege of saying hello to and welcoming the parents of the entering class of 2018. It was an honor to reflect back not only on what it was like to be a parent during my son’s college orientation, but on what it was like to be entering college myself. By welcoming the new students, I had a chance to recall those first few weeks of college were like for me and what I was thinking as faculty and administrators tried to reassure us and provide helpful insights as to what we might expect and how we might take on what amounts to four of the most exciting and transformative years of our lives.   

Leading Notre Dame in new directions

For 171 consecutive years, the University of Notre Dame has opened its doors to new students.  Like generations who came before, you are embarking on a journey where you will have an opportunity to advance your knowledge, develop your leadership skills, deepen your faith, learn from others, and form lifelong friendships.  Whether you are a first-year undergraduate, transfer, professional or graduate student, we are delighted that you have chosen to join our community; and I extend a warm welcome to you as you begin this formative time in your life.   

Experience the real Saint Mary’s

On behalf of the faculty and staff at Saint Mary’s College, I extend a warm welcome to the Class of 2018 and to our transfer students. As an alumna of Saint Mary’s and its 11th president, I understand how powerful this experience will be for you. Your time here will be spent in a rigorous academic environment that will both challenge and support you. Our faculty, staff and administration are accessible and eager to help make your transition to college life successful.

You are Notre Dame

I extend a warm welcome to all new and returning Notre Dame students. Whether you are arriving on campus for the first time or returning after a summer away, we are very glad you are here. 

A 'To Don't' list

Nearly everyone comes to college with a four-year bucket list in mind of all the incredible things they want to accomplish before graduation. As soon as classes start up, people attack the weeks with a coffee in one hand and a foot-long “To Do” list in the other. There’s one more kind of list that I think can be more important than either — the “Don’t Do” or “To Don’t” list.

A new, welcome introduction

We jump, we land

All I can do is say thank you

My Notre Dame story

Finding my legacy

It's about the people

Graduate every day