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...
#TBT: Crunch Time
Students fought on Oct. 5, 1983, for a Cap'n "Crunch Fest."
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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…
The Gambling Irish
Sports betting has become a huge problem at colleges across the U.S., and Notre Dame is no different.
The Famous Shirt: Creating the Masterpiece
Any typical Notre Dame fan would know that The Shirt is one of the many famous traditions of Notre Dame football. It is a time where all fans, faculty, and students unite and share the Fighting Irish spirit.
Founded in 1990 by a Notre Dame senior, the committee is composed of 15 students with…
The National Stage
The Irish went to Atlanta with high hopes. As those hopes came down, we saw a different team and a different fan base.
Rising Stars
This Notre Dame season has been shaped by resiliency and determination. The loss to Northern Illinois University (NIU) prompted
many college football followers to count the Irish out. Despite this shocking upset, the Irish were able to regroup and win 10 straight
games to finish the regular…
Riley Leonard: From Fairhope to Fighting Irish
Originally from Fairhope, Alabama, Notre Dame quarterback Riley Leonard carried the memories and hopes of his hometown as he led the Irish to the National Championship. But he refused to go without a home or community at Notre Dame — instead, he worked to cultivate that same sense of home and family…
#TBT Irish in the National Championship, 1988
Honorable. Heartbreaking. Historic. In a memorable season led by head coach Marcus Freeman, Notre Dame came agonizingly close to claiming its first national championship since 1988.
Facing the Ohio State Buckeyes on Jan. 20, the Fighting Irish ultimately fell short in a 34-23 defeat.
Back…
Everybody Needs a Little Jeremiyah Love
As a running back in the game of football, every yard counts. Whether it is breaking the next tackle, reaching the ball as far as possible toward the first down marker or depending on a teammate for a block to get down the field, running backs can help make or break a game. University of Notre Dame…
Brothers and Sisters
“Catholic” means universal. Does this hold true at Notre Dame?
One Faith, Many Rites: Liturgical Diversity at Notre Dame
At Notre Dame, more than around 160 daily Masses and 40 Sunday Masses are celebrated on a weekly basis. Among these Masses, the Novus Ordo (Ordinary Form of the Mass) is the most widely celebrated liturgical rite on campus — and in the Catholic Church at large. Because of the ubiquity of the Novus…