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Department's math circles program stretches young brains in fun ways

Published: December 20, 2019

Amanda Serenevy, Ph.D., executive director of the Riverbend Community Math Center, has committed herself to improving math accessibility through her work at Riverbend. She wants to empower all students, regardless of family income and background, so the center provides its unique STEM opportunities, including math circles, free of charge.

Japanese major’s study abroad and internship experiences help launch career as U.S. diplomat

Published: December 10, 2019

Jack Rooney

Before Beth Gee ’10 studied abroad in Tokyo during her junior year, the Japanese and political science major had never left the United States. Now, as a U.S. foreign service officer, Gee travels for a living. She is currently working at the American Embassy in the Republic of the Congo — where she employs the language, communication, and critical thinking...

Catholic and Muslim leaders champion interfaith dialogue, learning at Notre Dame event

Published: November 22, 2019

Josh Stowe

The conversation, which featured Cardinal Blase J. Cupich, archbishop of Chicago, and Daoud Casewit, president of American Islamic College, continued a meaningful dialogue begun by a pair of pioneering religious figures some 800 years ago, Sultan al-Malik al-Kamil of Egypt and St. Francis of Assisi.

Notre Dame's procurement team works to increase small and diverse suppliers in bidding processes

Published: November 03, 2019

Karrah Herring

The procurement team recently created and is now implementing a Master Subcontracting Plan aimed at increasing the participation of diverse and small businesses in the University’s RFP (request for proposals) process. This process allows businesses to bid on providing supplies or services to various campus departments.

I am ND: Meet Rashied Omar

Published: September 30, 2019

Gwen O'Brien, NDWorks

At the start of his interview with NDWorks, Rashied Omar, a research scholar of Islamic studies and peacebuilding, mentions he has been up since 5 a.m. “I’ve already run 10 kilometers (6 miles) at the gym and read my pre-dawn prayers,” he shares. The discipline to rise in the prime of the morning and get the most out of the...

Notre Dame Jewish studies scholar forges connections between ancient Mesopotamian texts and modern theology

Published: September 17, 2019

Brian Wallheimer

Abraham Winitzer, the Jordan H. Kapson Associate Professor of Jewish Studies at Notre Dame, is one of two Notre Dame theology faculty that have a focus on Jewish studies, an area in which the department is giving new emphasis.

Opinion: Where are all the Latinx Catholics at Notre Dame?

Published: September 12, 2019

Institute for Latino Studies

ILS graduate student Oliver Ortega weighs the University's role as a hotbed for Catholic thought against its notable lack of Latinx students.

How a Russian doctoral student became part of my family

Published: September 04, 2019

Natalie Davis Miller, Managing Editor, NDWorks

You can find anything at Walmart. Nine years ago, I found a Russian. It was Aug. 11, 2010 and international students were arriving at Notre Dame. Our first meeting, though purely incidental, led to one of our family’s most rewarding relationships.

Notre Dame diversity and inclusion conference to feature Robin DiAngelo, Rev. Joseph Brown, S.J.

Published: August 29, 2019

Amanda Skofstad

The University of Notre Dame will host a one-day diversity and inclusion conference on Sept. 6 (Friday) for faculty, staff and students titled “Open Minds, Loving Hearts & an Engaged Community.” Events include keynote addresses by Robin DiAngelo, author of “White Fragility: Why It’s So Hard for White People to Talk about Racism,” and Rev. Joseph Brown, S.J., social activist, artist and professor...

Encounter ND: New collaboration strengthens ties in Asia, welcomes new students

Published: August 20, 2019

Colleen Wilcox

Encounter ND is a series of events and lectures meant to engage the Notre Dame community in Asia, reach out to University partners, and welcome incoming students through a series of pre-departure orientation sessions and international Hesburgh Lectures.

Keough School’s McKenna Center launches new entrepreneurship programs to fight global poverty, underemployment

Published: December 16, 2019

Renée LaReau

Two programs that help disadvantaged entrepreneurs in South Bend and South Africa now have a new home at the McKenna Center for Human Development and Global Business, part of the Keough School of Global Affairs. The programs are directed by Michael Morris, professor of the practice, a scholar of entrepreneurship who joined the Keough School in August.

Pulte family’s $111 million partnership provides Notre Dame with resources to fight poverty

Published: November 25, 2019

Dennis Brown

The University of Notre Dame has developed a variety of tools to address the problems of the poor and to develop and measure the impact of anti-poverty programs. Now, thanks to a $111 million partnership between the University and the Pulte Family Charitable Foundation — the largest of its kind at Notre Dame — the University is positioned to enhance...

Notre Dame International to celebrate International Education Week Nov. 18-22

Published: November 14, 2019

Colleen Wilcox

Notre Dame International, with support from other campus departments and organizations, is celebrating International Education Week (IEW) from November 18-22. IEW is a national event coordinated by the U.S. Department of State and Department of Education to celebrate and promote global exchange between the United States and other countries.…

Diversity & Inclusion Speaker Series with Navajo Code Talker November 14

Published: October 17, 2019

Anna McKeever

Join Navajo Code Talker and Former Leader of the Navajo Nation, Peter MacDonald, Sr., for a talk about his experience serving in the South Pacific as a Navajo Code Talker and in North China with the Sixth Marine Division. The Navajo Code is a unique World War II legacy. It was used in all Pacific battles to transmit top secret...

Join Us October 4 for a Diversity & Inclusion Speaker Series Event with Gerardo Gonzalez

Published: September 29, 2019

Anna McKeever

Join us to hear Gerardo M. Gonzalez, PhD, dean emeritus of the Indiana University School of Education and professor of educational leadership and policy studies, discuss his memoir, the story of one immigrant attaining the American Dream, told at a time when the fate of millions of refugees throughout the world, and Hispanics in the United States, especially his fellow...

ILS' Hispanic Heritage Month 2019 Events

Published: September 17, 2019

Institute for Latino Studies

This month is comprised of diverse and unique events and scholarly activities aimed to acknowledge the importance and educate the campus community about the intellectual richness that Latino communities provide to the U.S.

Researcher's co-authored article on Mexican youth voter registration published in Coyuntura Demográfica

Published: September 11, 2019

Luis Ruuska

As a social demographer, Estela Rivero, a research associate within NDIGD’s Evidence and Learning Division, specializes in the formulation and implementation of research studies aimed at improving social interventions and programs.

London Alumni Series: How an experience abroad helped boost Nicole Sganga's journalism career

Published: September 02, 2019

Joanna Byrne

As one of the most international cities in the world, students who spend time London are not only exposed to British culture, but to an incredibly international scene. Sganga took full advantage of this, throwing herself into trying new things and meeting new people.

Annual food drive to take place September 9-29

Published: August 28, 2019

Anne Kolaczyk, Office of Information Technologies

Nearly 17 percent of those living in northern Indiana do not know where they will find their next meal. One in four children in this area go to bed hungry each night. The goal of the Fighting Irish Fighting Hunger food drive is to ease that need.

Africana Studies Professors Maria McKenna, Richard Pierce tapped to lead AnBryce Scholars Initiative

Published: August 20, 2019

Erin Blasko

The AnBryce Scholars Initiative is a scholar leaders program supporting first-generation college students who demonstrate great promise in the face of challenging life circumstances.

Through video and book projects, French professor explores why global women writers are gravitating toward Paris

Published: December 13, 2019

Carrie Gates

Alison Rice, an associate professor of French and Francophone studies, conducted 18 filmed interviews in Paris over eight years with authors originally from Iran, Korea, Senegal, and Bulgaria, among other countries. She compiled, edited, and translated the interviews to create an online archive, accessible to scholars and students worldwide, and is now completing a book project based on the interviews.

Anthropologist's new book explores generational preconceptions in post-war Sierra Leone

Published: November 22, 2019

Hannah Heinzekehr

In Catherine Bolten’s recently published book, Serious Youth in Sierra Leone, she presents findings on generational preconceptions and their impact on young men in Makeni, Sierra Leone. Her research has implications for everything from development to post-conflict reconstruction to how millennials are perceived and engaged around the world.

Letras Latinas presents off-campus event in the community

Published: November 04, 2019

Institute for Latino Studies

Letras Latinas strives to enhance the visibility, appreciation, and study of Latinx literature both on and off the campus—with an emphasis on programs that support newer voices, foster a sense of community among writers, and place Latinx writers in community spaces.

Notre Dame to host Indiana Association of Blacks in Higher Education Fall Symposium

Published: October 10, 2019

Erin Blasko

The Indiana Association of Blacks in Higher Education (IABHE) Fall Symposium will take place Oct. 13 (Sunday) and 14 (Monday) at the Morris Inn at the University of Notre dame.

Notre Dame Fire Department welcomes first women firefighters

Published: September 25, 2019

Erin Blasko

The University of Notre Dame Fire Department recently welcomed Christi Shibata and Michelle Woolverton as the first full-time women firefighters in the department’s 140-year history.

Team Irish Award Winner: Congratulations to the Building Bridges Mentoring Program!

Published: September 12, 2019

Anna McKeever

The Building Bridges Mentoring Program assists the University’s underrepresented student population to succeed academically.

Alumni Association announces inaugural Domer Dozen young alumni recognition program

Published: September 09, 2019

Josh Flynt

The new program honors graduates ages 32 and younger in recognition of their significant contributions and extraordinary dedication to making a difference.

Mendoza College of Business launches online Women in Leadership course

Published: August 30, 2019

Carol Elliott

The progressive new course helps equip women with critical leadership skills to support more diverse workforces and communities.

New book explores development of Jewish solidarity with Palestinians

Published: August 22, 2019

kroc.nd.edu

In “Days of Awe: Reimagining Jewishness in Solidarity with Palestinians," Atalia Omer traces the development of American Jewish solidarity with Palestinians and the diverse social movements that have shaped this advocacy.

Alex Hsu joins Liu Institute as academic advisor

Published: August 19, 2019

Christine Cox

Hsu will guide students who are enrolled in or seeking enrollment in the supplementary major in Asian studies, the minor in Asian studies, and the new supplementary major in global affairs with a concentration in Global Asia through the Keough School of Global Affairs.