For the Week of May 13
(The next student version will be sent Sunday, June 9, before Summer Session begins.)
Arts and Performances
Films
The Michiana Jewish Film Festival
The festival offers superb, cutting-edge and award-winning films from around the world to the Michiana region, facilitating a multifaceted exploration of Jewish identity, community, culture and history. Founded in 2011 by the Jewish Federation of St. Joseph Valley, the festival brings diverse audiences together to share in this unique cinematic experience — one that would not be as readily available in the Michiana region otherwise.
Monday through Thursday, May 13-16; two films per evening in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
· “The Catskills” (2024)
Evoking the golden era of the Borscht Belt, this homage vibrantly showcases the Jewish American saga’s humor, heritage and spirit at the iconic Catskills summer resorts. Entertaining anecdotes from performers, servers and resort guests, plus a wealth of archival material, evoke the vintage spirit of these iconic retreats. $7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors, $4 students.
Monday, May 13; 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
· “Kidnapped” (2023)
In 1858, in Bologna, young Edgardo was taken from his family and sent to Rome to become Catholic. Pope Pius IX stands firm despite his parents’ desperate pleas and public furor. The struggle to reclaim their son echoes Italy’s burgeoning nationalism and challenges the Vatican’s power. $7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors, $4 students.
Monday, May 13; 8 to 10:15 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
· “All About the Levkoviches” (2024)
Following his wife’s unexpected passing, Mr. Levkovich reaches out to his Orthodox son, now living in Israel, unearthing old wounds and religious discord. The funeral re-ignites familial tensions, with the stubborn atheist father seeking peace with his devout son and endearing young grandson. $7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors, $4 students.
Tuesday, May 14; 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
· “Seven Blessings” (2023)
In early ’90s Jerusalem, a diverse family celebrates a Moroccan Jewish bride and French Ashkenazi groom’s union, infusing the occasion with joy, laughter and a vibrant mix of languages. Yet, as the Seven Blessings ritual unfolds — a week of festive meals honoring the newlyweds — the facade cracks. $7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors, $4 students.
Tuesday, May 14; 8 to 9:45 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
· “Vishniac” (2023)
From vibrant Berlin streets to simple shtetl life, pre-war black-and-white images taken by Roman Vishniac (Philipp Mogilnitskiy) capture the 1930s with grainy realism, a poignant pictorial record of soon-to-be-obliterated Jewish communities. He was also a scientist, teacher and art enthusiast who advanced biology and microscopic photography. $7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors, $4 students.
Wednesday, May 15; 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
· “The Monkey House” (2023)
This epic tale set in the 1980s revolves around Amitay (Adir Miller), a struggling writer living near a monkey park from which the movie gets its name. Envious of his more celebrated colleagues and yearning for Tamar (Shani Cohen), his childhood love now widowed, Amitay plans to revive his literary reputation. $7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors, $4 students.
Wednesday, May 15; 8 to 10 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
· “Shari and Lamb Chop” (2023)
Shari Lewis rose from playful beginnings in the ’50s with her engaging children’s variety shows, leading to the debut of the iconic Lamb Chop on “Captain Kangaroo.” In a male-dominated industry, Lewis transformed children’s television with an innovative, empowering style and, through Lamb Chop, voiced new notions for the women of her time. $7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors, $4 students.
Thursday, May 16; 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
· “Running on Sand” (2023)
Dodging immigration authorities at the airport, a young Eritrean refugee, Omari (Chancela Mongoza), is erroneously assumed by Maccabi Netanya fans to be a Nigerian soccer star. With no sporting talent but hailed as a hero, he unites and uplifts the floundering squad while hiding his true identity and falling for the team owner’s daughter. $7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors, $4 students.
Thursday, May 16; 8 to 9:45 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Exhibitions
RESIST! Exhibit Explores Pivotal 1920s Clash Between Notre Dame Students, Klan
On May 17, 1924, Notre Dame students led hundreds of citizens into downtown South Bend to confront the Ku Klux Klan, leading to a three-day show of resistance against the Klan at the height of its power. On the 100th anniversary of this clash, the exhibit “RESIST!” opens. Hosted by The History Museum, the South Bend exhibit features a view of the intersection of Michigan and Wayne streets where the clash originally happened and is augmented by items from The History Museum’s collection.
Friday, May 17, through Sunday, Oct. 13; during regular library hours in Beutter-Kernan Hall (Community Learning Center), at the St. Joe County Public Library, 305 S. Michigan St., South Bend
Athletics and Sporting Events
Visit the Athletics composite schedule for events this week.
Closures, Limited Hours and Cancellations
Rockne Memorial Closed for the Summer
Starting Saturday, May 11, the Rockne Memorial Building has temporarily closed its doors for the summer to undergo essential maintenance and updates. This decision is part of a proactive effort to ensure the safety and functionality of the building and the pools.
Hesburgh Library Summer Hours
Find all branch and service desk hours at library.nd.edu/hours.
Hesburgh Library now has summer hours through Friday, Aug. 16. The library will be open 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, and 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. The library will be closed Memorial Day (May 27) and Independence Day (July 4).
Enrollment Division Offices Closed
The Enrollment Division offices and departments will be closed Monday, May 13, for an all-hands meeting. These offices include Vice President for Undergraduate Enrollment, Financial Aid, Pre-College Programs, Shared Services, Strategy and Engagement, Student Accounts, Student Employment, TRIO Programs and Undergraduate Admissions.
Monday, May 13; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Hesburgh Library 14th Floor Renovation and Entrance Closures
A renovation project will occur in Hesburgh Library’s Mahaffey Family Presidential Suite (14th floor) from Monday, May 20, to Friday, Aug. 9. The Library Circle and the building’s east and south entrances will be closed intermittently during this time. The OIT lot will remain open. Please note that these dates may fluctuate; updates will be posted at library.nd.edu. Review the aerial map for details.
Monday, May 20, through Friday, Aug. 9
Deadlines or Registrations
Time-Out for Tech: “Digital Irish1Card Preview”
Be among the first to learn about a great new option for your Irish1Card. You will learn how to be ready to make use of this new option and when it will be available. Follow registration information to receive the calendar invitation.
Tuesday, May 21; 2 to 2:30 p.m. via Zoom
Registration for Summer Online Courses
Want to make the most of your summer? Registration for Summer Online courses is open. This year’s lineup features classes on everything from foundations of business analytics, calculus and the programming languages R and Python, to the Vietnam War and American Catholics, Shakespeare and film, and a variety of language offerings in Arabic, French, German, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish.
Faith and Service
Sing with the Notre Dame Community Choir This Summer!
All are welcome and no audition or fees are required. For information, please contact Patrick Kronner, the choral program director and organist, at pkronner@nd.edu or visit communitychoir.nd.edu. Weekly rehearsals are on Thursdays from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 8:45 a.m. in Room 329, Coleman-Morse Center, from May 30 through July 28. The group will sing at the 10 a.m. Mass in the Basilica of the Sacred Heart.
Weekly rehearsals: Thursdays, starting May 30; 6 to 7:30 p.m. in Room 329, Coleman-Morse Center
Sundays, 8:45 a.m. in Room 329, Coleman-Morse Center
Sunday Masses: 10 to 11 a.m. in the Basilica of the Sacred Heart
Lectures and Presentations
Virtues & Vocations: A Conversation on Purpose with Greg Jones and Clayton Spencer
Greg Jones, president of Belmont University, and Clayton Spencer, former president of Bates College, will discuss the ways higher education can promote purpose. Virtues & Vocations is a national forum housed at the Center for Social Concerns for scholars and practitioners across disciplines to consider how best to cultivate character in education.
Monday, May 13; noon to 1 p.m. via Zoom
Book Talk and Signing: “An Uncommon Woman: The Life of Lydia Hamilton Smith” with Author Mark Kelley
Monday, May 13; 4:30 to 6 p.m. in the Back Café, Hammes Notre Dame Bookstore
Social Gatherings
Peace Studies Graduate Student Reception, Class of 2024
The Kroc Institute will host a reception recognizing the achievements of graduating peace studies doctoral and graduate minor students and graduate students in the Master of Global Affairs, International Peace Studies concentration. It is open to current peace studies graduate students and their families, and Kroc Institute and Keough School faculty and staff.
Thursday, May 16; (UPDATED TIME 5 to 7 p.m.) 4 to 6 p.m. in the courtyard, Hesburgh Center for International Studies
Honoring Undergraduates in Peace Studies, Class of 2024
The Kroc Institute will honor the undergraduate peace studies class of 2024 during Notre Dame’s Commencement Weekend. Family and friends of students, as well as Kroc Institute faculty, staff and fellows, are welcome to attend this event. A reception will follow.
Friday, May 17; 6 to 7:30 p.m. in Room 215/216, McKenna Hall
Tech Tips, Tools and IT Maintenance
Bold Job Scam Targeting New Grads
New grads looking for their first professional position should be vigilant, as scammers are using information they find online to trick young job seekers. Fake recruiters are reaching out via social media, and phony jobs are being posted online. They are ultimately after money and personal information, so be cautious when sharing information with potential employers.
Reminder to Graduating Students: Access to Online Content
Your Notre Dame NetID will be deactivated 60 days after you graduate (July 2024). If you want to keep files, emails and other resources created from your ND student account, you need to move them to a personal account. Be sure to transfer any important files or folders (research, project work, etc.) you shared with others to a Google shared drive or a Box group account so they can retain access.
Canvas Tip: Getting Ready to Graduate?
You can download all Canvas assignment submissions and other files you’ve uploaded to Canvas from one location.
Also This Week ...
Note: This is the last student digest for the spring semester. Congratulations to the Class of 2024! Enjoy your commencement weekend!
The next student version will be sent Sunday, June 16, before Summer Session begins.