AI at Notre Dame
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AI at ND
How the University's Policy on AI Use is Evolving
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The Power of Real
I knew that AI was bad. I didn’t know how ugly it was.
Over the summer, I had the privilege of studying with the CNN Academy Summer Institute and Simulation in their Storytelling in the Age of AI program. Long-winded name aside, it was an amazing opportunity to learn about the ethical applications…
TBT: From Keypunch to Claude
“It used to take students four or five classes to analyze the total form of a sonnet. Now, once the sonnet is key punched and fed into the computer, its form can be analyzed in only two minutes,” marvelled Dr. Edward Kline, former Director of Graduate Studies in English at Notre Dame.
It was…
AI Tip of the Day
EG10117, or Engineering Design, is a class that is required of all first-year engineering students. Its purpose is to teach engineering students how to use specific design tools, provide students with the opportunity to discern which engineering discipline they wish to pursue and teach students to…
Just a Thought with Fr. Innocent Smith
Fr. Innocent Smith, O.P., serves as an Assistant Professor of Theology at the University of Notre Dame. He studied music and philosophy at Notre Dame before being ordained a Dominican priest in 2015.
We often describe AI as becoming “smarter.” Is intelligence alone enough to make something…
Brave New World
The university and the globe are scrambling to determine the future of AI. Scholastic’s student survey reveals that young people aren’t naive — or waiting for permission.
A Campus Tour
Do you know how to get to DeBart? No? Then, keep reading!
Campus Changes
You’re almost there, first-years! Soon, Notre Dame will no longer just be your future home, but the center of much of your life. Because of this, it’s important to understand what’s new on campus so you can be in the loop heading into the fall semester.
Food delivery robots discontinued …
#TBT: Crunch Time
Students fought on Oct. 5, 1983, for a Cap'n "Crunch Fest."
The Artemis II Moon Launch: Unity on Earth and in Space
On Apr. 1, 2026, NASA’s Artemis II rocket officially launched, marking the first crewed lunar mission in over a decade. Breaking NASA’s record for most-watched launch, millions of viewers tuned in to see the rocket ascend into space, uniting our nation in a shared moment of great human achievement.…
A Legacy Never Forgotten
The Funeral of Lou Holtz
Remembering Lou Holtz
God. Country. Notre Dame.
Three pillars that have shaped Our Lady’s University for 184 years. No figure has embodied them more fiercely than the late, great Lou Holtz.
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Notre Dame Alum Jadin O'Brien Makes Olympic Debut
2026 Winter Olympics Overview
On Feb. 6, Italy was lit up a little extra for the Opening Ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics, bringing nations together in support of their athletes and their dreams of winning gold. Acts such as Mariah Carey, Laura Pausini and Andrea Bocelli bridged the distance between the two destinations, Milan…
Sarcastic: Which Country Should the U.S. Occupy Next?
A Helpful Guide for the Modern Empire Builder
Sarcastic: Coyle Hall Election Fraud
For many Notre Dame residence hall communities, hall election season is a time of joy, excited anticipation and hope for the future. However, for one community, this year’s elections led to unprecedented unrest, disruptions and unease. The Coyle Community in Zahm Hall (formerly Fisher Community in…
Sarcastic: Campus Safety to Add OKTA VERIFY to All Campus Buildings
In response to increasing safety concerns, Notre Dame Police Department (NDPD) has announced they are shifting to a new procedure for the 2026-2027 academic school year. All campus buildings will, at all times, require the input of students’ Okta Verify code to grant entry. The proposal initially…
St. Olaf's Ice Chapel
An email that led with “here’s a crazy idea,” soon turned into a profound experience for the Notre Dame community. It garnered international attention, fostered community and nostalgia, and above all, provided thousands with the opportunity to worship.
On a frigid Monday night, students forwent…
Açai out… Ahi In!
What was once a crowd favorite serving up acai bowls and quesadillas has now transitioned into a new sushi place. On Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025, Flip Kitchen was replaced by Fujisan Sushi in Lafortune. While the exterior remains the same, the food is a whole new experience. This new concept features…
International students face uncertainty as Trump tightens visa policies
The Trump administration’s latest changes to U.S. visa policy are drawing concern from universities nationwide, including the University of Notre Dame. Here, international students make up roughly 10.6 percent of the student body, according to College Factual.
On Sept. 19, President Donald…
Notre Dame’s Response to Federal Funding Cuts
In recent months, the Trump administration has reduced or threatened to reduce federal funding for select universities, citing concerns the institutions are misaligned with the administration’s current policy agenda. The scope of such funding cuts has become exceedingly broad; as of July 2025, the…
South Bend and the Holy See
As one of the world’s preeminent Catholic universities, Notre Dame has a long-standing relationship with the papacy. This tie grew strong while Fr. Ted Hesburgh, C.S.C., was president and has remained so throughout the recent papacies and presidencies in Rome and South Bend.
The last face-to-face…
#TBT South Bend Restaurants
A host of dining options lay beyond the confines of the Notre Dame campus. There is little doubt that South Bend has a wide variety of stellar restaurants to explore. When the cuisines offered at the dining halls just aren’t doing it for you, venture into the city — you wouldn’t be the first.…
Irish in South Bend
The History of South Bend and Notre Dame
Working at Notre Dame: The People Make the Place
Every time a Notre Dame student leaves their dorm room, they’re surrounded by beautiful, well-maintained buildings, clean community spaces, amazing landscapes and architecture, efficient dining areas, kind administration, top teaching and more. While we may not see everything behind the curtain, it…
Back the Bend: Cultivating Community
Notre Dame’s 14th annual Back the Bend day of service took place on Saturday, March 29, 2025. Each year, Notre Dame partners with organizations throughout the South Bend community to complete meaningful projects and maintain a flourishing community. According to sophomore Sakura Yamanaka, director…
Hammes and Hesburgh
There’s something special in the stillness of the Grotto, in the toll of the Basilica bells and in the way Notre Dame draws people who aren’t just chasing success. Few people embodied that spirit more than Jerry Hammes. And among the many chapters of his storied life, one of the most profound was…
Mercy Works: Service in South Bend
In Matthew 25, Jesus issues a famous command to his followers – Christians are to feed the hungry, shelter the homeless, welcome the stranger, and serve those in need. The actions described in this passage are collectively known as the ‘Works of Mercy’ in the Catholic church and are considered the…
U.S. Department of Education to Investigate University's Graduate Program
Today the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights announced it was investigating the University of Notre Dame, along with 44 other higher education institutions, under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act (1964). In a press release published this morning, the department alleged that the…