News

We Used to be a Protest Campus: Tessa Bangs on the Student Worker Participation Committee

We Used to be a Protest Campus: Tessa Bangs on the Student Worker Participation Committee

The committee, which is still figuring out its exact logistics while knowing its mission, is the first of its kind to enjoy full participation in...

“Advancing Care for Our Common Home” Brings Laudato Si’ to Life

“Advancing Care for Our Common Home” Brings Laudato Si’ to Life

Laudato Si’, the papal encyclical by which the conference was inspired, was issued in May of 2015 by Pope Francis. It focuses on the environment,...

Starting the Conversation

Starting the Conversation

A talk with suicide prevention speaker Josh Rivedal. 

Livid About Laetare

Livid About Laetare

The debate over the awarding of this year’s Laetare medals continues.

From the Desks of Corey and Becca

From the Desks of Corey and Becca

Service is a key component of what it means to belong to the Notre Dame community. 

Just a Thought with Michael Meyer

Just a Thought with Michael Meyer

Meyer will be walking a total of 30 miles around campus to raise money to build a well in Burkina Faso.

Students React to Hesburgh Library Renovations

Students React to Hesburgh Library Renovations

The ongoing library renovations continue to promise meaningful updates to modernize the study spaces and facilities of this Notre Dame icon.

Saint Mary’s Welcomes Jan Cervelli as President‐Elect

Saint Mary’s Welcomes Jan Cervelli as President‐Elect

The Board of Trustees selected Cervelli in an eight‐month search and interview process that began when President Carol Ann Mooney announced her impending retirement. Cervelli,...

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Culture

The Birdsell Project: Using Art to Revitalize South Bend

The Birdsell Project: Using Art to Revitalize South Bend

“When you think about it in terms of revitalization, these places literally transition from dead, empty spaces to vital points of activity, conversation, energy.” 

1916: Irish Rebellion

1916: Irish Rebellion

Members of the Notre Dame community and 1916: The Irish Rebellion come together for the film’s premiere

Thesis Performance Caps an FTT Career

Thesis Performance Caps an FTT Career

SELFIES AND SELF Schrimpf explores identity and technology dependance in his thesis performance.

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Sports

Digger Phelps on the

Digger Phelps on the "Show Business" of College Basketball

Whenever Notre Dame basketball is relevant deep into March Madness, memories of the distinguished days of Digger start to resurface. 

Molly Seidel continues impressive career at Notre Dame

Molly Seidel continues impressive career at Notre Dame

Molly Seidel just keeps running — through expectations, through adversities and through the competition.

#ByTheNumbers

#ByTheNumbers

01: Notre Dame men’s lacrosse team was ranked 1 and 2 as they entered their match-up with #13/12 Duke on Sunday April 10. The Irish...

A Ritual of Spring Returns

A Ritual of Spring Returns

Under the lights on a chilly spring evening, one of Notre Dame’s most cherished traditions continues its 45th run. 

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Humor

The Most Important Office Hours You'll Ever Attend

The Most Important Office Hours You'll Ever Attend

It’s 1:30 a.m. on a Tuesday night, and you’re winding down for bed before your 9:25 tomorrow morning. You hop in bed, annoyed that your...

Library of Donors

Library of Donors

Now, as you come up this path, you’ll notice the Hesburgh Library. Built in 1963, it is currently being renovated in order to provide access...

Student’s Entire Life Philosophy is Changed by Observer Viewpoint

Student’s Entire Life Philosophy is Changed by Observer Viewpoint

STANFORD HALL — College of Engineering sophomore Keith Richardson’s perspective on life has been completely uprooted by a Viewpoint article published in the Observer last...

President Obama Invites Candidates to Dinner

President Obama Invites Candidates to Dinner

WASHINGTON — In a bipartisan effort to bring together opponents in an increasingly fiery election season, President Barack Obama invited all remaining presidential candidates to...

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