Decision 2016
The idea that one’s vote won’t decide an election is perhaps the strongest it’s been in a long while.
Issues
Sexual Assault: What can Title IX really do?
Her opinion of Notre Dame changed completely after she reported a sexual assault. She says the system failed her. Now, she says, “All I have is hate.”
5 People to Unfriend this Election Season
Every election season, Facebook and Twitter unite forces to amplify the ignorant, under-researched and highly irritating opinions that you don’t really care all that much about beyond the pictures of their dogs that they share sometimes. This election season, here are five people making their voices…
Lost in Acres of Corn, Kaine Stumbles upon Notre Dame
Walking to my home in Siegfried, I overheard a student criticizing our government. With a smirk, he intellectually pondered, “What the HELL does our vice president do?” while reversing his ‘Make America Great Again’ cap. In an attempt to solve this mystery for my fellow classmate, I’ve done the research…
Desperate for Acceptance, Johnson Applies for Local Grocery Store Rewards Card
TAOS, NM – Announcing to a customer service representative that he was “asking for a friend,” presidential candidate Gary Johnson was seen walking into a local New Mexico grocery store earlier this week to apply for a shopping rewards card.
“So, hypothetically speaking, could someone ever be…
A Message from Fr. John I. Jenkins
Students, faculty, staff, most beloved and generous donors: Welcome to another year at Our Lady’s University.
You’ve likely already noticed some changes on campus, such as the creation of two new dorms and a new worldclass research facility.
All three buildings stand proudly on our brand…
VanGorder Out at DC
It’s simple: Notre Dame fans expect championships and dominant defensive performances.
#ByTheNumbers
1500 - The number of fans that will be able to fit into the Harris Family Track and Field Stadium, currently under construction on the southeast side of campus near the Compton Family Ice Arena and the Melissa Cook Softball Stadium. When completed, this state-of-the-art facility (located…
Remembering Ailish Sheehan
A dance on the dock to her favorite song. “I Am a Champion” signs affixed to the rowing machines. A challenge to see how many miles can be rowed in her memory. These are just some the ways that Ailish Sheehan, Notre Dame class of 2015, is being remembered.
Opinion: NBC Deal, Freedom Are Reasons Enough to Stay Independent
Since 1991, Notre Dame has enjoyed one of the most lucrative television deals in college sports: NBC airs a national live broadcast of every home football game. On Sept. 13, a press release issued on UND.com stated that the NBC deal has generated $100 million in financial aid for…
Unsung Heroes of Notre Dame
Service with a smile is a heroic act when working the late night shift at Reckers.
Notre Dame's Globetrotting Campus Director - The one thing that followed him everywhere? Food.
Forget South Bend — for Chris Abayasinghe, Notre Dame is located at the intersection of faith, food and hospitality.
Tailgate Like a Champion Today
A smoky, savory smell wafts past your nose. A cool breeze rustles some leaves. The sun shines on the top of your head and warms your hair. Excited voices rise and fall all around you. Campus is vibrant and alive. It’s fall football season at Notre Dame.
Election 2016: The Student's Perspective
College Democrats and College Republicans may not agree on the best candidate in this year’s presidential election, but they do agree on one thing: The media outlets are wrong.
From the Desks of Corey and Becca
Announcing Race Relations Week
From Oct. 24 through 27, Student Government is hosting the first Race Relations Week in Notre Dame’s 175-year history. The goal of Race Relations Week is to promote meaningful discourse within the Notre Dame community on racial justice from a variety…
#tbt: When South Dining Hall Went South
The North-versus-South Dining Hall dispute is as much of a trademark of campus as the Golden Dome or Touchdown Jesus.
Just a Thought with Catherine Bolten
Dr. Bolten has worked in Sierra Leone since 2003, making connections with many people in the capital, Freetown, as well as within the University of Makeni. When the Ebola virus began spreading in Sierra Leone, she donated money to several charity organizations in West Africa, such as Doctors Without Borders. Her perspective changed in August of 2014 when a close friend of hers passed away due to Ebola, prompting her to put together her own comprehensive effort to combat Ebola.
Native Voices Heard at ND
From Sept. 12 to Oct. 26, Hesburgh Library will host Native Voices: Native People’s Concepts of Health and Illness, an exhibition focused on celebrating Native American stories and ideas about medicine and well being.
Letter from the Editor
Our sexual assault policies deserve more scrutiny.
The Title IX process has emerged as one of the most common methods for reporting a sexual assault on campus. But Scholastic wanted to know: Is an administrative process an adequate way to manage incidents that are often also felony…
Auntie Mae's Advice Column for Lovelorn (or Just Awkward) Notre Dame Students
Dear Auntie Mae...