For the Week of June 16
Arts and Performances
Performance
Jubilee: Songs and Spirituals
UZIMA! Drum and Dance presents a powerful Juneteenth celebration of resilience and hope through music, dance, and spoken word. Rooted in themes of liberation and renewal, this immersive performance honors the vibrant spirit of the African diaspora. Adults $15, children/students $5.
Saturday, June 21; 7 to 9 p.m. in the Leighton Concert Hall, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Deadlines or Registrations
Building Services Blood Drive
Give blood, stay for the cookout! The blood drive is from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., while the cookout is from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Plenty of parking is available, but there’s also an on-campus shuttle service (call 631-5615). Receive a T-shirt for donation. The South Bend Medical Foundation prefers registration by Wednesday, June 25, but the drive is also open to walk-ins.
Thursday, June 26; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the bloodmobile, Mason Services Center parking lot
Conference: “The 34th ACM International Symposium on High-Performance, Parallel, and Distributed Computing (HPDC)”
This is the premier annual conference for presenting the latest research on the design, implementation, evaluation, and use of parallel and distributed systems for high-end computing. Regular ACM member: $800, regular non-member: $900, student ACM member: $500, student non-member: $550.
Sunday, July 20; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Morris Inn, the seventh floor of Duncan Student Center, and the Studebaker National Museum in downtown South Bend
Monday, July 21; 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Tuesday, July 22; 8 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Wednesday, July 23; 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Educational and Research Opportunities
Hesburgh Libraries and Navari Family Center for Digital Scholarship Workshops:
Click on the link to see more details and to register.
NIH Open Access Webinar
This virtual workshop will help National Institutes of Health–funded researchers understand the new open access publishing requirements and provide an opportunity to learn about the various options for compliance.
Monday, June 16; 2 to 3 p.m. virtually
Research Opportunity:
Contribute to Research in Psychology
The Studying Processes in Everyday Life (SPIEL) Lab is recruiting young adults for a study about experiences with self-harm. Help researchers learn about self-harm and inform treatments for self-harm by completing questionnaires and an interview. The study can be completed remotely and lasts approximately 90 minutes. Earn a $50 gift card from SPIEL for participating. Sign up here.
Lectures and Presentations
Roundtable Discussion—“Women and Peacebuilding: Uncapping the Power of Catholic Women Peacebuilders”
Notre Dame Rome hosts a roundtable discussion focused on creating space for women’s leadership in the Church and identifying their role in peacebuilding moving forward. The event is hybrid and will take place from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. in Rome (11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. EDT). To join the discussion virtually, registration is needed.
Tuesday, June 17; 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. virtually
Discussion: “Get Ready to Unlock Your Career Playbook”
Register by Wednesday, June 18, for this Game Changers virtual event with Pete Bevacqua ’93, vice president and the James E. Rohr Director of Athletics, in conversation with head coaches from Notre Dame volleyball, fencing, and hockey. Join in for insights on leadership, winning cultures, and elevating your career. Game Changers is powered by IrishCompass, the official career platform of the Notre Dame network. This event is co-sponsored by the Notre Dame Alumni Association and Notre Dame Athletics.
Wednesday, June 18; 7 to 8 p.m. virtually
Family Day: Creative Creatures
Bring the whole family for a wild day of fun at the museum, inspired by the many creatures that call it home. Discover the birds that live around us through hands-on exploration and experiments with a naturalist from St. Joseph County Parks.
Saturday, June 21; 1 to 3 p.m. in the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
Conference on the History of Women Religious: Lives and Archives
The 13th triennial conference on the history of women religious will convene at the University to explore areas of interest related to the “lives and archives” of women religious. Sessions are free and open to all. Hosted by the Cushwa Center for the Study of American Catholicism and co-sponsored by the Center for the Study of Spirituality at Saint Mary’s College.
Sunday, June 22; 7 to 8:30 p.m. in McKenna Hall
Monday, June 23; 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and 7:15 to 8:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 24; 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, June 25; 8:30 a.m. to noon
Safety, Parking, and Traffic
How to Improve Safety
It's National Safety Month and we all play a role in strengthening our safety culture, increasing participation, and reducing risks. Whether you lead a team or work on the front lines, review these six practical ways to support a safer, more engaged work environment.
Social Gatherings
Legendary Karaoke
Get ready to sing your heart out! Karaoke is returning to Legends. We’re throwing it back with a golden oldies theme featuring hits from the ’80s and earlier. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Food and drinks available for purchase. 21 years and older.
Wednesday, June 18; 5 to 8 p.m. in Legends Clubside
Tech Tips, Tools, and IT Maintenance
Canvas Tip: Message Your Instructors Through Your Canvas Inbox Messenger
Canvas offers a messaging app that keeps your communication with your instructors or TAs within Canvas. Click into the Inbox on the blue menu panel to send and reply to instructors directly in Canvas.
Also This Week ...
2024 Consumer Confidence Report Now Available
The University owns and operates its own public water supply system that serves all campus and Congregation of Holy Cross buildings. The Utilities Department manages the operation of this system, and as part of its regulatory obligations produces an annual Consumer Confidence Report to provide water quality information to the consumers. The University’s 2024 report can be found on the Facilities Design and Operations website.
New Menu at Legends
Legends is rolling out a brand-new lineup of bold flavors and chef-inspired craft bar food beginning Tuesday, June 17. Enjoy shareable starters, loaded plates, and drinks worthy of your cheers. Legends is open 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays.