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Now & Then

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Notre Dame announces its commencement speaker at no specific time. But since the University typically makes the announcement a few months before the ceremony, we shouldn't have to wait much longer to hear who will send off the class of 2012. Though I don't know who will show up in May, based on history, I can speculate who won't be giving a speech.



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Student Stand-ups entertain and delight

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For the last five years, the Notre Dame Student Stand-ups Club has been giving students a stage on which to joke about relationships, childhood, annoyances and every other aspect of their lives. While sacrilege and misogyny are not things we often find fit to laugh at, it sometimes takes a comedic perspective to paint an accurate picture of the way these issues play out in front of us.


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Things to Do in South Bend

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Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Luckily, Flat Top Grill is here to help you start a weekend morning off on the right foot. The Chicago-based chain offers a create-your-own omelet, pancake and French toast bar every Saturday and Sunday from 9 to 11 a.m.


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A Tradition of Hope, Healing and Dialogue

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The topic of sexuality is still taboo on Notre Dame's campus. Since 2006, the Gender Studies Program has sponsored "Loyal Daughters and Sons," (LDS) a student written, directed and produced play based on issues surrounding sexuality and sexual assault.


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Worst Week Ever

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When you've got to go, you've to go. No time for meandering, no time for chitter chatter. Doing your business means business.


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Asian Festival Brings Bollywood to ND

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Showcasing the creativity of contemporary Asian filmmaking, Notre Dame's annual Asian Film Festival will bring four contemporary Indian films to Browning Cinema at the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center (DPAC) this weekend.


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Project 214 takes Legends stage

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Project 214 front man and Notre Dame junior Mike "OB" O'Brien made it clear from the start that Project 214 is not so much a musical group as a musical endeavor he began two years ago.





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Baking with Brenna

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Some of the best things in life are seasonal, and one of the most welcomed seasonal treats are Girl Scout cookies. Luckily for the Girl Scout cookie enthusiasts in all of us, this week's recipes (yes, multiple!) can help satiate your cravings year-round.


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Notre Dame Loves Carly Rae Jepson

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In case the rock you live under doesn't have Wi-Fi, allow me to let you in on a Notre Dame secret — campus has been infected with the YouTube sensation "Call Me Maybe," the sugar-sweet pop confection sung by Canadian Idol contestant Carly Rae Jepson.


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The Best of the Dance Dare

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There's nothing a Notre Dame student loves more than a challenge. Here's one to add to your bucket list, right below the Hesburgh Challenge and Ring by Spring — the Dance Dare. Notre Dame has 29 residence halls, so this trial requires stamina and strategy. Here's a quick how-to guide for the ladies and gentlemen who want an excuse to dress up, strut their stuff or just check off another dance from their list.