For the Week of October 20.
This is a weekly digest of events and announcements for undergraduate and graduate students.
Arts and Performances
Exhibitions
Exhibit: Rockne: Life & Legacy
The History Museum celebrates Knute Rockne’s life with the most significant presentation of Rockne artifacts ever assembled and made available to the public, offering a unique look at Notre Dame’s and college football’s greatest legend. The exhibit includes 16 items and 56 photo and document reproductions from the University of Notre Dame Archives. Adults $11, seniors (60+) $9.50, youth (ages 6–17) $7.
Mondays through Saturdays through May 31, 2026; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in The History Museum, 808 W. Washington St., South Bend
Sundays, noon to 5 p.m.
Lines: A Sketchbook Project
Join in for an evening of sketching, community, and inspiration centered around themes found in the exhibition Homecoming: Walter Osborne’s Portraits of Dublin, 1880–1900. This month’s session will focus on place and be led by local artist Kay Westhues. Come ready to share a sketch. Free and open to artists aged 15 and up.
Thursday, Oct. 23; 6 to 7 p.m. in the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
Artful Storytime
Designed to help children develop their visual and verbal literacy skills, Artful Storytime is a partnership with the St. Joseph County Public Library. Each session includes stories, songs, artwork explorations, art-making, and more. This month, the focus will be on the sights and sounds of the fall season. Free and best for families with children ages 4 to 6.
Saturday, Oct. 25; 1 to 2 p.m. in the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
Films
Diabolique (1955)
Before Psycho or Repulsion, there was Diabolique. This French thriller from Henri-Georges Clouzot follows a wife and her husband’s mistress who plot revenge against a cruel headmaster, with shocking twists and haunting imagery. In French with English subtitles. $7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors (65+), free for students and children.
Friday, Oct. 24; 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Saturday, Oct. 25; 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Jack-O (1995)
Armed with a scythe and a pumpkin for a head, Mister Jack rises from his tomb to seek revenge in this gloriously fun 1990s slasher. Newly restored from its original 16mm negative, Jack-O delivers peak Halloween vibes, eerie autumn visuals, and campy cult-classic charm. $7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors (65+), free for students and children.
Friday, Oct. 24; 9:30 to 11 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Saturday, Oct. 25; 9:30 to 11 p.m.
The Met Opera Live in HD: La Sonnambula (Bellini)
Soprano Nadine Sierra stars as Amina in Bellini’s La Sonnambula, a poignant tale of love lost and found. Directed by Rolando Villazón and set in the Swiss Alps, this Met Opera production explores the emotional valleys of the mind, with Riccardo Frizza conducting. Encore presentation. 195 minutes, with one intermission. $23 adults, $16 children/students.
Saturday, Oct. 25; 1 to 4:15 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
The Witches (1990)
In Nicolas Roeg’s adaptation of Roald Dahl’s The Witches, young Luke discovers a secret convention of witches led by the terrifying Grand High Witch (Oscar-winner Anjelica Huston). Turned into a mouse, he must stop their evil plan to turn all children into rodents, with help from his clever grandmother. $1.
Sunday, Oct. 26; 1 to 2:30 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Whatever Happened to Baby Jane? (1962)
Bette Davis and Joan Crawford star as rival sisters in this cult classic blending horror, camp, and psychological drama. In their decaying Hollywood mansion, a former child star torments her disabled sister in this five-time Oscar-nominated thriller. $7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors (65+), free for students and children.
Sunday, Oct. 26; 4 to 6:15 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
Find all branch and service desk hours at library.nd.edu/hours.
· Monday, Oct. 20, through Friday, Oct. 24; 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.
· Saturday, Oct. 25; 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Regular hours will resume Sunday, October 26.
Deadlines or Registrations
Notre Dame Vision Mentor Application Open
Notre Dame Vision is now accepting applications from undergraduates of all years. Share your story, witness to your faith, and mentor high school students from across the country and the world during summer 2026. Form incredible bonds with fellow undergraduates as you facilitate small groups, dynamic music, and immersive program activities. No previous experience is required. The application deadline is 5 p.m. Monday, October 27.
Recovery is Spook-en Here (iRISH)
Dare to be iRISH this spooky season. The 45-minute Recovery Is Spook-en Here training from the McDonald Center for Student Well-Being helps students cast out stigma, use inclusive language, and build confidence for supportive conversations. Get certified, foster a compassionate community, and make a difference on campus. Sign up on NDCentral.
Tuesday, Oct. 28; 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. in Room 229, LaFortune Student Center
ND Elevate Presents Communicating for Influence
Elevate your presence. Strengthen your voice. Inspire action. The workshop is free and open to the entire campus community, but limited to the first 35 registrants. Gather more information and register online.
Wednesday, Oct. 29; 12:30 to 2 p.m. in Room 218, Stayer Center
GIS Day—Call for Lightning Talk Proposals
GIS Day at Notre Dame is a symposium on Wednesday, November 19, 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. Open to undergraduates, graduate students, postdocs, faculty, and staff. Please submit a brief abstract with a title and all author affiliation(s) to matthew.sisk@nd.edu by Saturday, November 1.
Author Book Talk—“Digital Culture Shock: Who Creates Technology and Why This Matters”
A lecture by author Katharina Reinecke, sponsored by the Technology and Digital Studies Program and the Navari Family Center for Digital Scholarship. Refreshments provided; all are welcome. Register online.
Wednesday, Nov. 5; 4:30 to 6 p.m. in the Scholars Lounge, Hesburgh Library
Grand Rounds Case Presentation with Timothy Luebbert, M.D. (’08)
Join cosponsors ND Patient Advocacy and the Hillebrand Center for Compassionate Care for a grand rounds case. Presented by alumnus Dr. Luebbert, it features a rare disease case highlighting the complexity of diagnosis and treatment, followed by real-world insights into the psychosocial elements of care. Please register.
Friday, Nov. 7; 2 to 3:30 p.m. in Room 105, Jordan Hall of Science
Educational and Research Opportunities
Policy Commons: World Governments Resource Now Available from Hesburgh Libraries
The Notre Dame community now has access to Policy Commons: World Governments, a database containing government research documents from more than 200 countries and territories, US states, and intergovernmental organizations. The database encompasses agency reports, working papers, datasets, legislative transcripts, podcasts, and videos.
Hesburgh Libraries and Navari Family Center for Digital Scholarship Workshop:
Click on the link to see more details and to register.
· 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.
Wednesday, Oct. 22; 3 to 4 p.m. virtually
Lectures and Presentations
Framework Document Launch: “Catholic Approaches to Mining”
The Catholic Peacebuilding Network has collaborated with a variety of organizations over the past year on the Church and mining, resulting in “Catholic Approaches to Mining: A Framework.” A virtual launch of the report will take place at 3 p.m. CEST/1 p.m. GMT/9 a.m. EDT, originating from Vatican City and the Holy See Dicastery.
Tuesday, Oct. 21; 9 to 10 a.m. virtually
Michiana Science Café—“Science and Religion: Conflict or Something Else?”
Michiana Science Café is a free monthly casual forum for local scientists and folks engaging with science to share their work with our community. This month’s topic is presented by Robert (Jay) Malone, former director of the History of Science Society. Sponsored by the Science Policy Initiative at Notre Dame.
Tuesday, Oct. 21; 6 to 7 p.m. in Chicory Café, 105 East Jefferson Blvd. Suite 103, South Bend
Live Panel Discussion/Workshop: Video Experts Analyze Social Media Videos
Ever wonder what makes a standout social media video? Join the American Marketing Association–Michiana Chapter for a live panel where experts in video, cinematography, editing, and production review audience-submitted Instagram Reels, TikToks, and YouTube Shorts, offering insights on storytelling, editing, and engagement. Submit your videos for consideration at amamichiana.org/video, or come learn from the pros. During the workshop, a panel will analyze what works well and could be improved. Free, but ticketed event.
Friday, Oct. 24; 11 a.m. to noon in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Tech Tips, Tools, and IT Maintenance
IT Maintenance on October 25
From 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Saturday, October 25, the Office of Information Technology will perform various maintenance activities that may affect IT services you use.
Social Engineering Scams—Don’t Get Played
Start here with your third simple step for a safer campus. Social engineering is a scammer’s way to get you to act quickly, trust they are who they pretend to be, and give up your personal information. So, by taking a brief moment to pause and think through the situation, and verify the identity of who you’re communicating with, you’re more likely to protect yourself in the process.