For the Week of February 10
Arts and Performances
Exhibitions
Un recorrido de su museo
In honor of Language & Culture Week 2025, this Meet Your Museum Tour, offered in Spanish, will introduce you to your new Raclin Murphy Museum of Art. Join student gallery teacher Alexandra Sanchez ’27 to explore the museum through some of its most unique spaces and works of art culturally relevant to the Spanish language.
Wednesday, Feb. 12; noon to 1 p.m. in the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
Un recorrido de su museo
In honor of Language & Culture Week 2025, this Meet Your Museum Tour, offered in Spanish, will introduce you to your new Raclin Murphy Museum of Art. Join student gallery teacher Nikki Aguirre ’26 to explore the museum through some of its most unique spaces and works of art culturally relevant to the Spanish language.
Thursday, Feb. 13; 5 to 6 p.m. in the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
Découvrez votre musée
In celebration of Language & Culture Week 2025, this Meet Your Museum Tour, offered in French, will introduce you to your new Raclin Murphy Museum of Art. Join student gallery teacher Ben Martin ’25 to explore the museum through some of its most unique spaces and works culturally relevant to the French language.
Friday, Feb. 14; 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
Conheça o seu museu
In honor of Language & Culture Week 2025, this Meet Your Museum Tour, offered in Portuguese, will introduce you to your new Raclin Murphy Museum of Art. Join student gallery teacher Pedro Bellizia ’25 to explore the architecture of the building through some of its most unique spaces and favorite works of art in the collection.
Friday, Feb. 14; noon to 1 p.m. in the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
Films
From Ground Zero (2024)
Palestine’s official submission for the 2025 Academy Awards, From Ground Zero is a collection of short films by 22 Palestinian filmmakers living through war in Gaza. A unique blend of animation, documentary, and fiction, these stories capture the unyielding steadfastness of the human spirit and enduring creativity. Panel discussion to follow. Free, but ticketed event.
Wednesday, Feb. 12; 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. in Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Soundtrack to a Coup d’Etat (2024)
Soundtrack to a Coup d’État (2024) weaves eyewitness accounts, government memos, CIA testimonies, and jazz icons into a powerful exploration of colonial history. Through the lens of Congo’s 1960 coup, it examines past and present geopolitical struggles. In English, French, Dutch and Russian with English subtitles. $7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors, $4 students/children, $4 ND students.
Thursday, Feb. 13; 6:30 to 9 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Friday, Feb. 14; 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 15; 3 to 5:30 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 15; 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Kneecap (2024)
Kneecap (2024) follows Belfast schoolteacher JJ as he meets rebellious rappers Naoise Ó Caireállain and Liam Óg. Their Irish-language hip-hop group Kneecap becomes a symbol of a Civil Rights movement—while battling police, politicians, and their own chaos. A bold, anarchic biopic where the band plays themselves. In English and Irish with English subtitles. $7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors, $4 students/children, $4 ND students.
Thursday, Feb. 13; 9:30 to 11:15 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Saturday, Feb. 15; 9:30 to 11:15 p.m.
Sunday, Feb. 16; 4 to 5:45 p.m.
The Substance (2024)
Demi Moore delivers a career-defining performance as Elisabeth Sparkle, a former A-lister fired from her fitness show. A mysterious drug transforms her into the young, stunning Sue (Margaret Qualley), but time must be split evenly between bodies—no exceptions. A twisted, satirical Cannes sensation, this bold thriller unpacks toxic beauty culture. $7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors, $4 students/children, $4 ND students.
Friday, Feb. 14; 9:30 p.m. to midnight in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
The Wizard of Oz (1939) Sing-Along
Live sing-along event. Get ready to sing along with this Hollywood classic! The Wizard of Oz (1939) became a cultural sensation despite its costly production. Generations have cherished Dorothy’s journey from Kansas to Oz with her iconic friends—the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Lion—on a quest to meet the Wizard and defeat the Wicked Witch of the West. $1.
Sunday, Feb. 16; 1 to 2:45 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Performances
ND Standup
ND Standup is back at Legends! Come out and support this awesome student group. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. There’s limited seating, so arrive early. Free, with one item purchase encouraged.
Thursday, Feb. 13; 6 to 7 p.m. in Legends Clubside
BSA Annual Showcase
The show, sponsored by the Black Student Association will feature performances, a fashion show, red-carpet experience, and a catered reception. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the red-carpet experience starts at 5:30 p.m. $3 for dues-paying members, $5 for general admission.
Friday, Feb. 14; 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on the Main Stage, Washington Hall
A Tribute to Motown
Get ready to groove to Motown’s biggest hits! This tribute concert brings the Motor City sound to life with top vocalists and a smokin’ live band. Dance all night to classics by Stevie, Teena Marie, Smokey, The Isley Brothers, The Temptations, and more. A must-see for all Motown fans! DJ set at 7:30 p.m., concert at 8:00 p.m. Adults $25, faculty/staff $24, students/children $15, ND students $10.
Saturday, Feb. 15; 7:30 to 10 p.m. in the Leighton Concert Hall, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Masterclass with Benjamin Beillman
Benjamin Beilman is one of the leading violinists of his generation. He has won international praise for his passionate performances and deep rich tone which the Washington Post called “mightily impressive!” Presenting in collaboration with the South Bend Symphony Orchestra and the University of Notre Dame Department of Music.
Sunday, Feb. 16; noon to 2 p.m. in the LaBar Recital Hall, O’Neill Hall of Music
A Visit with Emily by Tom Cipullo
In his three-person song cycle A Visit with Emily, Tom Cipullo sets poems and letters written by both Emily Dickinson and her frequent correspondent Thomas Wentworth Higginson to explore the nature of friendship, love and loss. Department of Music faculty members Stephen Lancaster (baritone) and Anne Slovin (soprano) collaborate with Matthew Giallongo (baritone) and Jonathan Young (pianist) of Purdue University-Fort Wayne to perform this fascinating piece. This event is free and not ticketed.
Tuesday, Feb. 18; 6 to 7 p.m. in the LaBar Performance Hall, O’Neill Hall of Music
Athletics and Sporting Events
Visit the Athletics composite schedule for events this week.
Awards and Competitions
Public Domain Day 2025: Music Contest
Public Domain Day happens on January 1 of each year when new works enter the public domain. Create a musical project highlighting some of the new material available in the public domain. Some project examples include mash-ups, remixes, oral histories over one or more songs, original music with public domain sampling, and playlists around a theme. Learn more.
Through Friday, Feb. 14, as a virtual contest
Call for Nominations: Student Leadership Awards and Grants
Each year, the Division of Student Affairs solicits nominations for several awards that recognize outstanding student leaders on campus. Nominations will be accepted via this form through Monday, February 17. To learn more, please visit the Student Affairs website.
Faculty Award Nominations Due February 17
Nominate an outstanding faculty member by Monday, February 17! Faculty, academic staff, and students are eligible to submit nominations for any of the eight University faculty awards. You can view the full list of award categories, nomination guidelines, eligibility, and evaluation criteria at provost.nd.edu/awards.
Deadlines or Registrations
ND Voice Reminder
On Wednesday, February 5, all staff were invited to share their feedback via the ND Voice campus-wide survey. By participating in this completely confidential survey, you will help the University identify its strengths and uncover opportunities for improvement related to the overall staff employment experience. The survey remains open through Friday, February 14. Let your voice be heard!
Connections Series: Connect with the Arts Initiative
The Connections Series is devoted to promoting interdisciplinary community and collaboration, with a focus this year on the strategic framework and its University-wide initiatives. This event will include a short program featuring the director and managing director of the Arts Initiative and include the opportunity for Q&A as well as for fellowship and conversation. Register online.
Tuesday, Feb. 18; 4:30 to 6 p.m. in Rooms 215/216, McKenna Hall
Time-Out for Tech: “What’s New in Google”
Stay updated on the latest Google features and discover tips and tricks to boost your productivity!
Free. Follow registration information to receive the calendar invitation.
Thursday, Feb. 20; 2 to 2:30 p.m. via Zoom
2025 Teach@ND Day
Notre Dame Learning’s Kaneb Center for Teaching Excellence has set aside Friday, February 21, to celebrate the outstanding teaching that takes place on this campus every day. Join in for this year’s Teach@ND Day, which will feature giveaways, lightning talks on teaching by Notre Dame faculty, lunch, and a keynote by Cate Denial, author of A Pedagogy of Kindness. Register online.
Friday, Feb. 21; 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Smith Ballroom, Morris Inn
RISE AI Conference: 2025—Call for Submissions
The Lucy Family Institute for Data & Society announces the inaugural RISE AI Conference will be held October 6–9. At this time, the institute invites abstract submissions for research addressing interdisciplinary AI-driven solutions to societal challenges. The submission deadline is Saturday, March 15.
Deals and Discounts
Love Blooms at Irish Gardens
Looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift? Visit Irish Gardens, Notre Dame’s student-run flower shop located in the lower level of LaFortune Student Center. Whether it’s for your significant other, friends, or even Mom (just in time for Junior Parents Weekend), we’ve got all the flowers you need to make their day extra special. Stop by or order online, and let us help you spread the love!
Educational and Research Opportunities
Getting Started with Google AI at Notre Dame
This session will introduce two Google AI products now available to faculty and staff. Learn how to access the Gemini App, a chat-based generative AI tool, and its features. NotebookLM is another powerful new tool that uses sources you provide to generate chat responses, audio content, or other analyses.
Wednesday, Feb. 12; 3 to 4:30 p.m. in Room 155, DeBartolo Hall
Love Data Week 2025
· Data Haiku Contest
If you love data, share your love through a haiku (it must be about data—data management, processing, sharing, preservation, etc.). Open to all ND students and employees. Submissions are due by noon Friday, February 14.
Data Workshops
Join the Hesburgh Libraries for a series of workshops to help you learn skills, tools, and techniques for managing your data. Learn more.
Monday, Feb. 10, through Friday, Feb. 14, in Hesburgh Library
· “R” for Absolute Beginners
This introductory workshop provides a quick “swimming” lesson to students, scholars, practitioners, and researchers who want to dive into the world of R, a commonly used language for data and statistical analysis and visualization. Participants will learn to write and run an R script and interact with their data.
Tuesday, Feb. 11; 7 to 8 p.m. in the Navari Family Center for Digital Scholarship (Room 247), Hesburgh Library
· Writing Data Management and Sharing Plans for Federal Grants
This workshop discusses various aspects of data management sharing topics specific to federal funding agency data management and sharing policies. Review the key guidelines from policies from the NIH and NEH and get information about ND resources that may be useful to you as you implement your data management plan. Learn more and register.
Wednesday, Feb. 12; 1 to 2 p.m. in Room 246, Hesburgh Library
· Introduction to Natural Language Processing with Python
This hands-on workshop is an introduction to the Natural Language Toolkit (NLTK), a very popular suite of Python (programming language) modules that make the process of text mining easier. By the end of the workshop, you will have a working knowledge of Python and exposure to the inner workings of the NLTK. Learn more and register.
Thursday, Feb. 13; 11 a.m. to noon in the Navari Family Center for Digital Scholarship (Room 247), Hesburgh Library
· Introduction to Zotero (Managing Humanities Research)
Participants will learn the open-source Zotero research tool, which allows scholars to create bibliographies easily, but its capabilities also extend to broader areas of research management, note-taking, and research sharing. Learn more and register.
Thursday, Feb. 13; 2 to 3 p.m. in the Navari Family Center for Digital Scholarship (Room 246), Hesburgh Library
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Hesburgh Libraries and Navari Family Center for Digital Scholarship Workshops:
Click on each workshop to see more details and to register.
· Using the Distant Reader
This workshop is useful to anyone across campus who needs to read large volumes of materials, and will help you take control of your content. The Distant Reader, a locally-written system, can take large volumes of URLs or files, create a corpus, convert it into plain text, complete natural language processing, and output sets of reports.
Tuesday, Feb. 11; 11 a.m. to noon in the Navari Family Center for Digital Scholarship (Room 247), Hesburgh Library
· Introduction to Early Modern English Handwriting
This workshop is a skills-based introduction to the handwriting of early modern England, primarily secretary hand—the most common script in England from the 16th and 17th centuries. Receive a brief introduction to the history, culture, and letter forms of secretary hand as well as hands-on experience with real early modern manuscripts.
Thursday, Feb. 13; 2 to 4 p.m. in Rare Books & Special Collections (Room 103), Hesburgh Library
Faith and Service
Grief Support Group
If you are a faculty or staff member who has experienced the death of a loved one, including a child, parent, spouse, friend, or colleague, please consider joining this group, which meets monthly. Rev. Tim O’Connor, C.S.C., staff chaplain, and Maria Candelaria Flukas, associate director of student support in the Alliance for Catholic Education, provide support and oversee this group.
Tuesdays, Feb. 11, March 11, April 8, and May 13, from noon to 1 p.m. in Room 301, Coleman-Morse Center
Health and Recreation
Wellness and Resilience: Optimistic Mindset
For the month of February, Wellness and Resilience will focus on cultivating an optimistic mindset. In these sessions you will learn six optimism strategies to enhance your ability to “maintain a positive spirit” to continue to seek a solution to any given problem. Lunch or dinner will be provided.
Monday, Feb. 10; 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. in location TBA
Thursday, Feb. 13; 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 18; 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Friday, Feb. 21; 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 25; 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Thursday, Feb. 27; 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Mammograms on Campus
This preventive offering is available annually at no cost to female Notre Dame faculty, staff and spouses enrolled in a University medical plan (Anthem), beginning at age 40. Call for an appointment: 574-335-4500. Limited appointments available.
Wednesday, Feb. 12; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the medical mobile unit parked at Gate D, Notre Dame Stadium
Lectures and Presentations
Notre Dame Ethics Week
This year, Ethics Week takes focus on business and environmental sustainability, and features Notre Dame faculty experts from the Mendoza College of Business, the Department of Economics, and the University’s Environmental Change Initiative. The talks are free and open to the public. Visit mendoza.nd.edu/notre-dame-ethics-week for a list of events.
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, Feb. 10, 11, 13, and 14; 12:10 to 1 p.m. in Room 134, Mendoza College of Business
Keeley Vatican Lecture: “The Reform of the Roman Curia and the Promotion of Integral Human Development”
Rev. Msgr. Anthony Onyemuche Ekpo is the undersecretary of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development. He will join the Keough School of Global Affairs during the Nanovic Institute for European Studies’ Keeley Vatican Lecture, the latest in this series that seeks to connect the University with the Vatican.
Monday, Feb. 10; 5 to 6:15 p.m. in Room 1050, Jenkins Nanovic Halls
Webinar: “New Cold War, New Anti-Nuclear Activism”
This webinar will discuss the efforts and impact of local government officials, religious leaders, and international networks to amplify concerns about national nuclear policies and their economic, environmental, health, and cultural consequences. It will also examine the prospects for launching a new global nuclear freeze movement. Register online.
Tuesday, Feb. 11; 4 to 5:30 p.m. via Zoom
Graduate Scholar Panel: “Digital Renaissance in Academia”
A panel of distinguished speakers will examine key challenges in academic integrity, discuss emerging opportunities for innovation, and address the fundamental shifts occurring in our educational institutions. Sponsored by the Lucy Family Institute for Data & Society. Register here.
Wednesday, Feb. 12; 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. in Room 356A, Fitzpatrick Hall of Engineering
Lecture: “Who Is Afraid of Moderation?”
Moderation is a contested concept that, with surprisingly few exceptions, is absent from our public debates. This lecture will address the following questions: What kind of virtue is political moderation and how can we study it? What does it mean to be a moderate voice in politics? What are the limits and benefits of moderation?
Thursday, Feb. 13; 12:30 to 1:45 p.m. in Room 1030, Jenkins Nanovic Halls
Ten Years Hence Lecture: “A (Different) Innovation Journey”
This lecture is presented by John Schroeder, executive vice president at Marmon Holdings, Inc., a global industrial organization that is part of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. Schroeder has held a variety of executive roles in Marmon and is currently responsible for the retail, foodservice, and water groups. Free and open to students, faculty, staff, and the public.
Friday, Feb. 14; 10:30 a.m. to noon in Classroom 122, Mendoza College of Business
“Writing the Writer’s Life”: A Conversation on Literary Biography
The Keough-Naughton Institute for Irish Studies invites you to a conversation on literary biography with Frank Shovlin, professor from the University of Liverpool, and Brian Ó Conchubhair, professor at Notre Dame. Shovlin and Ó Conchubhair will discuss their respective work on the biographies of writers John McGahern and Flann O’Brien.
Friday, Feb. 14; 3:30 to 5 p.m. in Room 1050, Jenkins Nanovic Halls
Eliza Griswold: The 2025 Junior Parents Weekend Lecture
Pulitzer Prize–winning author Eliza Griswold is deeply committed to journalism’s role in sustaining a healthy democracy. The lecture will feature her latest book, Circle of Hope: A Reckoning with Love, Power, and Justice in an American Church. A reception and book signing will follow.
Friday, Feb. 14; 4 to 5 p.m. in Andrews Auditorium, Geddes Hall
Social Gatherings
Love Data Week 2025: Study Break—Participatory LEGO Data Visualization and Valentine Snacks
Throughout Love Data Week, stop by for Valentine snacks and add your data point to an ongoing LEGO participatory data visualization. Learn more.
Monday, Feb. 10, through Friday, Feb. 14; in front of the Data Visualization Lab (Room 249), during normal Hesburgh Library hours
Cafecito con AdelanteND
Join Adelante ND, the Latinx Staff and Faculty Association, for a virtual cafecito to sharpen your Spanish skills and have relaxed conversations with colleagues!
Tuesday, Feb. 11; 8:30 to 9 a.m. via Zoom
Tuesday, March 11; 8:30 am.
Tuesday, April 1; 8:30 am.
Creative Writing Workshop: The Love Poem
The second of three creative writing workshops this semester entitled The Love Poem, brought to you by Adalyne Perryman, a first-year fiction MFA. The workshop will focus on the history of the love poem, the experimentation, the famous creatives of the classic romance, and explore all types of love. It will be a night of arts and crafts and candy!
Thursday, Feb. 13; 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in Room 235, Decio Faculty Hall
Valentine’s Day Sticker Giveaway
Looking for the perfect Valentine to woo your boo? Come visit the Alumni Association to pick up your free ND-themed Valentine’s Day stickers! Help spread the love—hand them out to friends, swap with your significant other, or keep your fave for yourself (they look great on laptops!).
Friday, Feb. 14; 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Duncan Student Center and LaFortune Student Center
Tech Tips, Tools, and IT Maintenance
IT Maintenance on February 15
From 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, February 15, the Office of Information Technology will perform various planned maintenance activities and upgrades. Many IT services may be unavailable for some or all of the maintenance period.
Canvas Tip: Give Annotated Feedback in Canvas SpeedGrader
The SpeedGrader interface provides a smooth way to review, annotate, and grade student submissions via Canvas’ DocViewer. All features of the DocViewer work for most submission types except for annotation, which is limited to readable file uploads.
Also This Week ...
NDHR Summer Camp Expo
This half-day event is designed for faculty, staff, graduate students, and their spouses to learn about summer camps and other educational programs and places for their children in grades K-12 in the greater Michiana area. Representatives from more than 40 camps, museums, and other enriching places will be in attendance. The camps will span a variety of interests.
Wednesday, Feb. 12; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Smith Ballroom, Morris Inn
Find Out Whether You Qualify to Build a New Home with Habitat
Habitat for Humanity of St. Joseph County will host on-campus information sessions for employees interested in building a new home through the agency.
Wednesday, Feb. 12; 11 a.m. in Room 127, Mason Services Center
Wednesday, Feb. 12; 1 p.m.
Teaching with the Columbus Murals
The Columbus Murals on the second floor of the Main Building will be uncovered from Monday, February 10, through noon Friday, February 14, to allow instructors and their students to engage with and discuss the murals. More information about the Columbus Murals, their history, and their use by instructors can be found here.