Ten years ago, a handful of students sought to create a forum of study, conversation and education about Catholicism and American politics. Thus the Orestes Brownson Council (OBC) was born, drawing inspiration from their namesake, who dedicated himself to seeking the truth and rejected existing political ideologies.
Sharing the Sun: Raising Energy Awareness in Haiti and at ND
Though the leaves are rapidly changing to red and gold, Notre Dame’s campus was awash in green last week for the 7th annual Energy Week. Hosted by Notre Dame’s Center for Sustainable Energy (cSEND), the week raised awareness of the world’s current energy crisis through various events and talks. Notre Dame’s student organization GreeND organized keynote speakers and presentations that explored the topics of solar energy, energy in transportation and energy research internships for students.
Hesburgh Library: Connecting People to Knowledge
The words “I have to go to the library” are usually not uttered or met with enthusiasm by students. But beginning last Friday, Notre Dame commenced a year-long opportunity for the students, faculty and the Notre Dame community to celebrate and commemorate the Hesburgh Library and all that for which it stands. Contributing to the celebration were live music, staff handing out various Hesburgh paraphernalia and Au Bon Pain’s distribution of free treats and drinks.
GRC Leaders Discuss Pastoral Plan’s Implementation
On September 17, Michael Bradley sat down with Maureen Doyle, the Gender Relation Center’s Assistant Director for LGBTQ Student Concerns who will also be the advisor for Notre Dame’s new gay-straight alliance, and Christine Caron Gebhardt, Director of the Gender Relations Center, to discuss Doyle’s hiring and the creation and implementation of “Beloved Friends and Allies.”
Breaking out of the Bubble
Liz Everett, Campus Editor This summer I was lucky enough to be able to participate in a Summer Service Learning […]
Striking the Balance: Women Talk Work and Motherhood
Lilia Draime, Executive Editor Professor Phillip Muñoz kicked off this year’s “Professors for Lunch” lecture series, sponsored by the Tocqueville […]
Notre Dame to Admit Undocumented Residents as Students
Notre Dame has opened its doors to undocumented residents. Notre Dame announced that “changes in its admission policies…will make possible […]
Right to Life Looks to Upcoming Year
Erin Stoyell-Mulholland, Staff Writer Notre Dame’s Right to Life club is looking forward to an exciting school year, filled with […]
The London Report: in a new light
Liz Everett, London Bureau The last month of being abroad is a very strange experience because it forces you to […]
Ovaries Aren’t Catholic: Ten things I wish I’d known in college
Suzy Younger, Guest Contributor I wish someone had told me. I wish someone had given me the truth, about my […]