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That reflected glow

By Allison Elshoff · Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024

“The idea is quite simple, no grand theory to dissect. Here’s to the people we love and what makes them glow, and to hoping that just a little rubs off on us.”

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12 hours on Amtrak

By Duncan Stangel · Friday, Oct. 25, 2024

“I boarded and took my place on the train. It’s where I am writing you this message, shaking and rumbling east, toward home.”

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On good company

By Duncan Stangel · Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024

“A character was asking: which is more important, the journey or the destination? And the other replied: it’s the company. And I couldn’t agree more.” -Brad Pitt

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The balance sheet of the CIA

By Joe Rudolph · Friday, Oct. 11, 2024

Don’t you think its interesting that the CIA is not required to release a balance sheet? They receive $17.5 billion from the federal government annually, and not a single living soul outside of the operation will ever know where that money went or how it was recorded on their financial statements.

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In defense of tired, poor and huddled masses

By College Democrats · Friday, Oct. 11, 2024

The United States was founded by immigrants. The University of Notre Dame was founded by immigrants. Despite the wishes of Trump’s GOP, Americans cannot and should not tell immigrants “sorry, we're full.” We will always stand with Lady Liberty in welcoming all people “yearning to breathe free.”

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Namaste

By Moira Quinn · Friday, Oct. 11, 2024

As the NARP, non-athletic regular person, of the group who is surrounded by this environment, it is important for me to have an activity of my own to remain motivated by. In my case, that is yoga.

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An ode to a Honda Civic

By Allison Abplanalp · Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024

The 2003 Honda Civic is the ultimate blend of reliability, efficiency and style. If you’re looking for a car that's fuel-efficient, budget-friendly and full of character look no further than the 2003 Honda Civic! This timeless classic has everything you need in one amazing compact vehicle.

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I miss Fisher Hall

By Noah Cahill · Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024

"As I now turn the page to my next chapter in the slightly better building that is Zahm, I hope to live with a newfound gratitude for all the blessings. They, like Fisher Hall, could be gone before I realize how special they are."

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The power of a personal BOD

By Allison Elshoff · Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024

“So once you find these people, hold them close. I once received the advice to build my own ‘personal board of directors,’ a group of people that could serve as a sounding board whenever I needed advice.”

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