For the Week of June 19
Arts and Performances
Exhibitions
Spotlight Exhibit: A Medieval Franciscan Manuscript from the Netherlands
Visit Rare Books & Special Collections to see a remarkable manuscript showing the collaboration between a Franciscan scribe and a Franciscan illuminator from different religious houses in the southern Netherlands during the 15th century to produce a magnificent volume.
Mondays through Fridays until Monday, July 31; 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in Rare Books & Special Collections (Room 102), Hesburgh Library
UPAA Print Show
During its annual symposium, hosted this year by Senior University Photographer Matt Cashore, view the work of members of the University Photographers’ Association of America (UPAA). The unique metal prints were made possible by UPAA partner Saal Digital. They document the variety of environments represented in the UPAA, including urban and rural campuses from all corners of the country and internationally. The smallest campus represented in the show is Bates College, a 1,600-enrollment college in Maine and the largest is the University of Wisconsin with more than 50,000 students.
Through Sunday, June 25, in the first-floor Scholars Lounge, Hesburgh Library
Spotlight Exhibit: "New York City Surrealism and Texas Progressivism in the 1940s"
Visit Rare Books & Special Collections to see an exhibit highlighting two new acquisitions of limited runs of two American periodicals from the 1940s, New York’s “View” and “The Texas Spectator.” Each captures part of the zeitgeist of the 1940s — the avant-garde and surrealist art scene from 1940 through 1947 and Texas politics between 1945 and 1948. Learn more.
Mondays through Fridays until Aug. 4; 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in Rare Books & Special Collections (Room 102), Hesburgh Library
Closures, Limited Hours and Cancellations
Alert: Hesburgh Library West Entrance Closed
The Hesburgh Library west entrance is closed through Wednesday, June 21, for a mat system installation in the vestibule and new concrete on the exterior of the entrance. Please use a different entrance during this time.
Deadlines or Registrations
Taste of Technology: “Designing in Zero Gravity with Adobe Express”
Included in the Campus Creative Cloud License, Adobe Express is a web-based design tool. In this session, the instructor will explore some of its features and design a flyer, social media post and photo collage. New participants must register to attend.
Tuesday, June 27; 10 to 10:45 a.m. via Zoom
Taste of Technology — “Go for Launch: Increase Your Zoom Confidence”
Attend a session featuring how to use Zoom’s Breakout Rooms — one of the most daunting Zoom features. Learn how to create and manage breakout rooms in your Zoom meeting, both before and during the meeting. New participants must register to attend.
Wednesday, June 28; 2 to 2:45 p.m. via Zoom
Taste of Technology — “Part the Nebula: Understanding Google Group Settings”
During this session, you will learn about the intricacies of Google Group Settings and explore how they interact with one another. By the end of this class, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of these settings and be inspired to promptly return and create a new group solely for the purpose of delight and amusement. New participants must register to attend.
Thursday, June 29; 10 to 10:45 a.m. via Zoom
Safety Compliance Training Made Easier Through Endeavor
Risk Management and Safety announces a fresh new look for safety compliance training. As of May 31, ComplyND is no longer available. With this transition comes new and enhanced features. Ten virtual training sessions will begin June 20. Use the form to learn more and register for training. Sign up now for a Zoom training session.
Educational and Research Opportunities
Communicate. Listen. Lead.
Make Notre Dame Toastmasters Part of Your Professional Development Goals
Consider joining Notre Dame Toastmasters this summer, where professional development can be experienced on your terms. It is a great opportunity for professionals at all levels to build better communication, listening and leadership skills. A safe and supportive environment is offered for those looking to communicate and lead with confidence. To learn more about the club, visit notredame.toastmastersclubs.org or contact toastmasters@nd.edu.
Tuesdays at 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. in Room 113, DeBartolo Hall
Taste of Technology — “Open the Pod Bay Doors: Learn What ChatGPT Can Do”
This session will cover general information and tools for using AI. What is artificial intelligence? How can you tell what data an AI tool is using to make a response? What platforms are out there to help spot AI-generated information? Limitations and validity of AI responses will also be reviewed. Free. New participants must register to attend.
Tuesday, June 20; 2 to 2:45 p.m. via Zoom
Taste of Technology — “Galactic Gadgets: A Whole Universe of Streaming”
This session will cover the basic streaming platforms and devices. It’s not something you think about daily, but a well-dialed-in streaming algorithm can level up your entertainment! Find out how to customize interfaces and see how profiles can lead to a better user experience. Free. New participants must register to attend.
Wednesday, June 21; 10:05 to 10:50 a.m. via Zoom
Taste of Technology — “Meteorite Mitigation: Securing Your Home Network”
Whether you have fresh new internet service or have had an existing connection for years, what happens after the internet arrives in your home? What sort of network security is in place? This session explores how to make sure your home network is as secure as possible. Free. New participants must register to attend.
Thursday, June 22; 2:05 to 2:50 p.m. via Zoom
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Research Opportunity:
Call for Research Participants at the Memory, Aging and Cognition Lab
The Memory, Aging and Cognition Lab at Notre Dame is seeking volunteers for research on memory and the brain. To be eligible, you must be 30 to 80 years old, have learned English before age 5 and be in good health. Volunteers are compensated $15/hour. If you are interested, please contact the lab by email, koenlab@nd.edu, or phone, 574-634-0264.
Sundays through Fridays, through Monday, July 31; 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. in Room 527, Corbett Family Hall
Faith and Service
Building Services Blood Drive
Join Building Services as it teams up with the South Bend Medical Foundation to help address summer blood shortages. A cookout is provided for those who donate! Please register with South Bend Medical Foundation at https://givebloodnow.com. Walk-up appointments are also accepted. The SBMF will offer a free zoo pass and $15 gift certificate to all donors. Review the flyer for more information, including campus shuttle service to the site.
Tuesday, June 20; 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the parking lot of the Mason Services Center
Lectures and Presentations
Public Lecture — “The Heavens on Earth: Visualizing the Universe, Popularizing Astronomy in Modern Times”
As part of the 15th Biennial History of Astronomy Workshop, Charlotte Bigg of CNRS, Centre Alexandre Koyré, Paris, will give a public lecture on the interrelated history of the technologies for investigating the universe and of the techniques for popularizing astronomy. Reception to follow. Further information at nd.edu/~histast/.
Wednesday, June 21; 7 to 9 p.m. in the auditorium, Eck Visitors Center
Demonstration for Mobius in Canvas for STEM Disciplines
Learn how Mobius, an assessment engine from DigitalEd, can be used for effective STEM assessments. Arthur Lim, professor of the practice in mathematics, will explain how he uses Mobius for calculus readiness and placement. Reps from DigitalEd (makers of Mobius) will also join to demonstrate other uses of Mobius for STEM. Register for Zoom access.
Wednesday, June 21; 1 to 2 p.m. via Zoom
Safety, Parking and Traffic
Angela Boulevard to Close Tuesday
Beginning Tuesday, June 20, Angela Boulevard from Stanfield to Pokagon streets will be closed for water and sewer connection work. Detour routes will be Notre Dame Avenue and Michigan Street (US 31/933) via North Shore Drive/Howard Street. The anticipated reopening date is Friday, June 23, weather permitting. Review the attached map for details.
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.