May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
During the month of May, the United States observes…
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Video: Economist Jim Sullivan discusses Notre Dame's University-wide effort to fight poverty
In this Notre Dame Day interview, Professor Jim Sullivan, director of the Notre Dame Poverty Initiative, discusses the groundbreaking…
RSVP for Notre Dame Law School's annual interfaith dinner
The campus community is invited to join together on March 26 dinner in honor of Ramadan, Passover, Easter, and Riḍván.
Notre Dame International’s Global Citizenship Series: March 2024
In this third installment of the 2024 Notre Dame International series on how all of us in the Notre Dame community can cultivate our global citizenship skills, we feature several performances, lectures, and activities that, during the month of March, open up the world to us right here on the Notre Dame campus.
Notre Dame celebrates Black History Month
The University of Notre Dame is celebrating Black History Month throughout February with a number of events.
When Jackie Robinson came to campus
It was 70 years ago — on February 10, 1954 — that baseball great Jackie Robinson came to Notre Dame and South Bend to speak about brotherhood, cooperation and eliminating prejudices. He declared that slow but steady progress was being made in race relations.
Faculty, staff, students, and alumni welcome the Year of the Dragon
Expand your understanding of Lunar New Year with a fun toolkit as well as events on campus and in the community.
Unity Summit participants asked to do their part to build a Beloved Community at Notre Dame
More than 200 people attended the annual Walk the Walk Week event hosted by Eric Love and Notre Dame Human Resources (NDHR). Participants are expected to lead the conversation and, hopefully, the change.
Father Jenkins given keys to South Bend, Mishawaka at MLK Day event
University of Notre Dame President Rev. John I. Jenkins, C.S.C., was presented with keys to the cities of South Bend and Mishawaka during the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Recognition Breakfast on Monday in South Bend.
Notre Dame's Jill Pentimonti selected as president of The Science Coalition
Jill Pentimonti, executive director of research advancement in Notre…
Jewish American Heritage Month observed during May
Michiana Jewish Film Festival at DeBartolo Performing Arts Center is just one way to increase understanding of Jewish history and experiences.
Spring Unity Summit brings staff together like never before
Notre Dame Human Resources works with leaders from Campus Safety and University Operations and University Enterprises and Events to remove barriers for employees who normally can’t attend.
Campus events highlight the voices, experiences, and contributions of women
A number of events for students, staff, faculty, and the community will take place on campus throughout the month of March.
UEE staff celebrate Motown, culture, and community
The University Enterprises and Events (UEE) division, along with Notre Dame Human Resources and the Office of Institutional Transformation, hosted UEE staff for “A Tribute to Motown” at DeBartolo Performing Arts Center and a pre-show reception.
Resources and organizations to explore this Black History Month
Each February, the United States celebrates Black History Month, a time to reflect on the legacy and accomplishments of Black Americans. There are many ways to expand your knowledge of Black history in the U.S. and join in commemorating this month.
Putting 'the South' in South Bend
In honor of Black History Month, the IDEA Center is highlighting four black entrepreneurs from the South Bend-Elkhart community who have worked with and helped the IDEA Center and are paving the way for future underrepresented entrepreneurs. …
Notre Dame Beijing and Hong Kong colleagues reflect on the Lunar New Year
This year, the Lunar New Year starts on Saturday, February 10, and marks the Year of the Dragon, a symbol of good luck, strength, and health. Of all the animals that comprise the Chinese Zodiac, only dragons are mythical. As a result, they are often the subject of traditional Chinese folklore.
Ninth Annual Walk the Walk Week events to mark Martin Luther King Jr. Day
The University of Notre Dame’s ninth annual Walk the Walk Week will take place Jan. 15 (Monday) through Jan. 22 (Monday).
The Troublemaker
As a biopic introduces Bayard Rustin to a new generation, take a look back at the civil rights activist’s stint as a Notre Dame trustee.
Notre Dame Law School event highlights the need to protect the Jewish community amid the rise of antisemitism on U.S. college campuses
On November 30, Notre Dame Law School’s Religious Liberty Initiative hosted the event, "The Rising Tide of Antisemitism on American Campuses and Beyond" at the McCartan Courtroom.…
Everyone wins with Together Irish Community Commitment Initiative
The Blue-Gold Game is the one football matchup where the Fighting Irish are guaranteed to win and everyone leaves the stadium happy. That included a group of about 160 South Bend primary and middle school students who enjoyed the game as part of Notre Dame Athletics’ second annual Blue-Gold Community…
Notre Dame Crucifix Initiative announces winners of inaugural student art competition
Through a campus-wide contest, the University of Notre Dame’s Crucifix Initiative has selected two original pieces by student artists to add to its permanent collection. The winning…
Women Lead 2024
As the University of Notre Dame celebrates International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, meet eight individuals who are accelerating progress in their respective fields and advancing the University’s mission as a leading research institution that is a means for good in the
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Notre Dame makes $68 million commitment to fighting mental health crisis; scalable solutions could become national model
The University of Notre Dame is making a historic commitment to fighting the national mental health crisis by bringing together a coalition of benefactors, foundations and other funders who have committed more than $68 million over the past year to develop innovative solutions and expand access to…
Keynoter for the 2024 Student Peace Conference Announced
Sa’ed Atshan, an associate professor of peace and conflict studies and anthropology at Swarthmore College, will present “Sexualities and Queer Imaginaries Across the Middle East and North Africa” on the afternoon of Friday, April 12—the first day of the two-day conference.
From prison to employment: Solar partnership advances Notre Dame’s mission, values
When the University of Notre Dame breaks ground on a new solar project later this year, it will be a full-circle moment for Patrick Regan, whose company, Crossroads Solar, is supplying the panels for the project — and helping formerly incarcerated men and women transition from prison to employment in the process.
Black Alumni of Notre Dame kick off Black History Month with Black Domers 2 webcast
Month-long series will explore the experiences of Black alumni and students, imagine the future of social justice, convene Black entrepreneurial and business trailblazers, nurture Black well-being, and enhance Black spirituality.
Inspirational leaders encourage justice, perseverance, compassion and courage during Walk the Walk Week events
As part of Walk the Walk Week, a diverse group of leaders in science, engineering and technology offered words of encouragement to over 250 students, faculty and staff on Wednesday (Jan. 17).
Notre Dame earns 2024 NCAA diversity and inclusion award
Big change starts small. That, in part, is the hope behind Notre Dame’s Together Irish program, which has served as a redefinition of the athletics department’s commitment to social…
Karen Kennedy appointed associate vice president for residential life
Karen Kennedy, senior advisor in the Office of the Executive Vice President at the University of Notre Dame, has been appointed associate vice president for residential life in the Division of Student Affairs, effective…