For the week of October 19 (Fall Mid-Semester Break)
This is a weekly digest of events and announcements for students.
Arts and Performances
Exhibitions
Fall Exhibit—The Delirium of the Brave: Sacrifice for the Soul of the Irish Nation
Four failed attempts to create an independent Ireland each gave rise to a powerful romantic narrative that captivated the spirits of the Irish at home and abroad. This exhibit features items from Rare Books & Special Collections and the University Archives that document the heroes, martyrs, and idealistic men and women who forged modern Ireland.
Mondays through Fridays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through December 21, in Rare Books & Special Collections (Room 102), Hesburgh Library
Films
Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring—Extended Edition (2001)
Part of Classics in the Browning. Return to Middle-earth with Peter Jackson’s extended edition of The Fellowship of the Ring. When young Hobbit Frodo Baggins inherits the powerful One Ring, he joins a fellowship on a perilous journey to destroy it in the fires of Mount Doom before it falls into the hands of evil. Rated PG-13. $7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors (65+), $4 students/children.
Thursday, Oct. 22; 6 to 10 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers—Extended Edition (2002)
Part of Classics in the Browning. Return to Middle-earth with Peter Jackson’s extended edition of The Two Towers. As Frodo and Sam continue their quest to destroy the One Ring, they encounter the mysterious Gollum. Meanwhile, Aragorn, Legolas, and Gimli join the fight to defend Rohan against Saruman’s forces. Rated PG-13. $7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors (65+), $4 students/children.
Friday, Oct. 23; 6 to 10 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Psycho (1960)
Part of Classics in the Browning. Alfred Hitchcock’s iconic thriller follows Marion Crane (Janet Leigh), a secretary who steals $40,000 and flees town. Seeking refuge at a secluded roadside motel, she encounters its soft-spoken owner, Norman Bates (Anthony Perkins), whose unsettling secrets turn her escape into a nightmare. Rated R. $7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors (65+), $4 students/children.
Saturday, Oct. 24; 3 to 5 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King—Extended Edition (2003)
Part of Classics in the Browning. Return to Middle-earth with Peter Jackson’s extended edition of The Return of the King. Winner of all 11 Academy Awards for which it was nominated, the epic finale follows Frodo and Sam as they approach Mount Doom to destroy the One Ring while Aragorn leads the fight against Sauron’s forces. Rated PG-13. $7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors (65+), $4 students/children.
Saturday, Oct. 24; 6 to 10:30 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)
Part of Professor Pfinklepfunder’s $1 Sunday Films. Tim Burton’s beloved stop-motion musical follows Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town, who grows tired of his spooky routine. After discovering Christmas Town, Jack decides to take over Santa’s role, but his plans go hilariously awry. Rated PG.
Sunday, Oct. 25; 1 to 2:30 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Lake Mungo (2008)
Part of Sunday Docs. This acclaimed Australian psychological horror film uses a documentary-style approach to tell the haunting story of Alice Palmer, a teenager who tragically drowns. After her funeral, Alice’s grieving family begins experiencing unsettling events that raise disturbing questions about her death and whether she is truly gone. Rated R. $7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors (65+), $4 students/children.
Sunday, Oct. 25; 4 to 5:30 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Athletics and Sporting Events
Visit the Athletics composite schedule for events this week.
Closures, Limited Hours, and Cancellations
Hesburgh Library Fall Break Building Hours
Regular hours will resume on Sunday, October 25. Find all branch and service desk hours at library.nd.edu/hours.
Sunday, Oct. 18; 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Monday through Friday, Oct. 19 to 23; 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 24; 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Deadlines or Registrations
GIS Day 2026: Call for Lightning Talk Proposals
GIS Day at Notre Dame is a symposium on Wednesday, November 18, that combines workshops, presentations, and more to demonstrate the power of geospatial technologies. Share how GIS contributes to your research during 5- to 10-minute lightning talks. Please submit a brief abstract with a title and all author affiliation(s) to matthew.sisk@nd.edu by Sunday, November 1.
Auditions for The Book of Will
Students, faculty, and staff at Notre Dame, Saint Mary’s College, and Holy Cross College are invited to audition for The Book of Will by Lauren Gunderson, a mainstage theatrical production of Notre Dame’s Department of Film, Television, and Theatre. Show Dates: February 18–28. For your audition, bring in a monologue or tell a story one to two minutes in length. Résumé and headshot not required.
Monday, Oct. 26; 6 to 10 p.m. in the Philbin Studio Theatre, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Tuesday, Oct. 27
Solo Show: Every Brilliant Thing
This free performance of Every Brilliant Thing stars Matt Hawkins, professor of the practice for the Department of Film, Television, and Theatre. Funny, moving, and full of hope, this solo show explores mental health, loss, resilience, and the small joys that keep us going. The 60-minute performance includes themes of depression and suicide and will be followed by a 30-minute discussion. Register online.
Thursday, Oct. 29; 7:30 to 9 p.m. in the Kite Black Box Theatre, Robinson Community Learning Center, 1004 N. Eddy Street, South Bend
Friday, Oct. 30; 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 1; 2 p.m.
Summer 2026 AI Projects Showcase—AI Leaders of Tomorrow by iNDustry Labs at Notre Dame
See what happens when Notre Dame students take on real business problems, alongside C-suite leadership from the region’s most dynamic companies. Over the summer, 27 AI Leaders of Tomorrow fellows partnered with regional companies to design, build, and deploy applied AI solutions that solve real-world challenges. Free to attend, with registration required.
Thursday, Oct. 29; 2 to 4 p.m. in Foley’s at Notre Dame Stadium
Health and Recreation
Fall Stay Break
Staying local for fall break? Join in for two days of completely FREE fun. Kick off Day 1 with a refreshing local hike, then get creative on Day 2 with a hands-on mug-making workshop. Unwind, meet fellow students, and take home your very own custom mug. Space is limited, so save your spot today. Free for students.
Thursday, Oct. 22; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in various locations
Friday, Oct. 23; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Lectures and Presentations
Webinar: “Conversations That Matter—Responses to Life-Limiting Prenatal Diagnoses”
The McGrath Institute for Church Life brings together national experts to discuss the medical, ethical, and pastoral dimensions of prenatal genetic testing. Register here.
Monday, Oct. 19; 1 to 2 p.m. virtually
The Sixth Annual Mathews Byzantine Lecture: “Defining Iconoclasm”
This lecture by Juan Signes Codoñer, professor at Complutense University of Madrid, will be delivered as the opening keynote for the 52nd Annual Byzantine Studies Conference of the Byzantine Studies Association of North America.
Thursday, Oct. 22; 5 to 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium, McKenna Hall
Social Gatherings
Legends Euchre Tournament
Join this round-robin euchre tournament. Enjoy Bell’s beer samplings (for those 21 years and older) during the tournament. Prizes for first-place team. Limited to 30 teams; register as a team of two by the Monday, October 19, deadline. $5 per person with student ID, or $7 per person for non-students.
Wednesday, Oct. 21; 5 to 6:30 p.m. in Clubside, Legends of Notre Dame
We Are All ND
Hesburgh Library North Reading Room Becomes Allergy-Friendly Space
To reduce exposure to allergens and help maintain a welcoming and inclusive environment for all visitors, food and drinks are no longer permitted in the second-floor North Reading Room starting Monday, October 19. Establishing a food- and drink-free space gives individuals with food allergies and sensitivities a comfortable place to study and work. Please enjoy food and beverages in other library areas.