Faculty and Staff Edition
For the week of November 2
This is a weekly digest of events and announcements for faculty/staff/postdocs.
Arts and Performances
Exhibitions
Pop-Up Exhibit—From Text to Table: Reviving Latin American Historical Cookbooks
Join in for a day-long pop-up exhibit exploring the fascinating world of Latin American culinary history, art, and research. Spanish students from the “From Text to Table” course invite you to discover four rare historical cookbooks from the Rare Books & Special Collections.
Thursday, Nov. 5; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Rare Books & Special Collections (Room 102), Hesburgh Library
Visio Divina: Contemplate with the Collection
Visio divina, or “sacred seeing,” is an ancient form of Christian prayer in which we allow our hearts and imaginations to prayerfully and meditatively enter into an image. Join in for guided sessions of visio divina with sacred art in the Mary, Queen of Families Chapel or with works of art in the galleries.
Thursday, Nov. 5; 11 to 11:30 a.m. in the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
Art + Insight
Engage with art, connect with others, and explore new perspectives in Art + Insight, a program designed for adults 55+. Through guided close-looking exercises, lively conversations, and shared experiences, the group will discover fresh ways to engage with art while building community.
Thursday, Nov. 5; 1 to 2 p.m. in the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
Paladino Thematic Tour: Inspired Connections
Join in for a series of thematic tours inspired by the current temporary exhibition Mimmo Paladino, Present into Past. Each tour explores a distinct source of artistic inspiration by pairing works from the temporary exhibition with works from the museum’s permanent collection.
Thursday, Nov. 5; 5 to 6 p.m. in the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
Mimmo Paladino: Present into Past Exhibition Tour
Each Football Friday, join in for an exhibition tour of Mimmo Paladino: Present into Past to learn more about this contemporary artist and leading figure of the Italian avant-garde.
Friday, Nov. 6; 11 a.m. to noon in the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
Artist Conrad Bakker, Untitled Project: Copy Shop
Conrad Bakker makes carved/painted sculptures and paintings of everyday objects, positioning them in specific sites, consumer contexts, and gallery exhibitions so as to reveal and critically comment upon the socio-political economies and relational networks between persons, things, and places. The show runs through November 10.
Artist’s Lecture: Tuesday, Nov. 10; 4 p.m. in Room 108, Riley Hall of Art and Design
Gallery Reception: Tuesday, Nov. 10; 5 p.m. in Room 214
Films
Burn After Reading (2008)
Part of the Crime, Blood, and Laughs: The Coen Brothers series. When two clueless gym employees (Frances McDormand and Brad Pitt) discover a disc containing a former CIA analyst’s memoir, they mistake it for classified secrets and attempt a blackmail scheme. Their bumbling efforts spiral into chaos in this darkly comic espionage caper. Rated R. $7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors (65+), free for students.
Tuesday, Nov. 3; 7:30 to 9:15 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Young Mothers (2025)
Winner of Best Screenplay at Cannes, the Dardenne brothers’ moving drama follows young mothers living in a Belgian shelter as they navigate parenthood, difficult relationships, and uncertain futures. Determined to break cycles of neglect and hardship, they strive to build better lives for themselves and their children. In French with English subtitles. Part of the Nanovic Film Series. Free, but ticketed event.
Wednesday, Nov. 4; 7:30 to 9:15 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Canoa: Memoria de un Hecho Vergonzoso (Canoa: A Shameful Memory) (1976)
Part of the Learning Beyond the Classics series: Mexican Cinema: Épocas de Oro. Based on true events, Felipe Cazals’ film follows university employees attacked by villagers who mistake them for communist revolutionaries. Its documentary style explores political manipulation, fanaticism, and violence. In Spanish and Nahuatl with English subtitles. $7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors (65+), free for students.
Thursday, Nov. 5; 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
All These Women (1964)
Part of the MFA Students Pick Some Films for Us to Watch series. Ingmar Bergman’s first color film follows a pompous critic drawn into the world of a famous cellist. This playful comedy pokes fun at artistic pretensions. In English, Swedish, French, and German with English subtitles. Introductory reading by Riane Bayne. $7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors (65+), $4 students.
Thursday, Nov. 5; 9:30 to 11 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Malcolm X (1992)
Part of the Classics in the Browning series. Spike Lee’s biopic stars Denzel Washington in an Oscar-nominated portrayal of civil rights leader Malcolm X. From imprisonment and conversion to Islam to his fight for racial justice, the film traces his transformation and enduring legacy. Rated PG-13. In English and Arabic with English subtitles. $7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors (65+), $4 students.
Friday, Nov. 6; 6:30 to 10 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Sister Act Sing-Along (1992)
Part of Professor Pfinklepfunder’s $1 Sunday Films. Sing along with Whoopi Goldberg in Sister Act. After witnessing a murder, lounge singer Deloris hides in a convent under the name Sister Mary Clarence. There, she transforms the struggling choir while trying to keep her past a secret. Lyrics appear onscreen so everyone can join in. Rated PG.
Sunday, Nov. 8; 1 to 2:45 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Alaav (Hearth and Home) (2024) with Director Prabhash Chandra
Part of the Sunday Docs series. In a quiet New Delhi suburb, 63-year-old Bhaveen devotes his days to caring for his ailing 95-year-old mother, Savitri. Alaav (Hearth and Home) offers an intimate portrait of family, devotion, and the demands of caregiving. In Hindi with English subtitles. Writer and director Prabhash Chandra is scheduled to attend the post-film Q&A. Free, but ticketed event.
Sunday, Nov. 8; 4 to 6:30 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Performances
Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)
Join Ballet Folklórico Azul y Oro and the South Bend Symphony Orchestra for a special Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration. Enjoy an afternoon of traditional Mexican dance and cultural celebration. This event is free and open to everyone, but tickets are required.
Sunday, Nov. 8; 3 to 5 p.m. in the Morris Performing Arts Center, downtown South Bend
Athletics and Sporting Events
Visit the Athletics composite schedule for events this week.
Deadlines or Registrations
Open Enrollment Ends
These are your last few days of the annual opportunity to review, update, and select the benefits that best meet your needs and the needs of your family for the year ahead. Most of your benefit selections will roll forward, except flexible spending accounts. If you want to change any benefit selections for 2027, you must complete online enrollment by Friday, November 6.
2026 ND-US Competes Fall Summit
ND-US Competes connects Notre Dame graduate students—especially those who have served—with the manufacturers that supply America’s defense industrial base through externships, contracting readiness, and entrepreneurship through acquisition. Register by Friday, November 6.
Wednesday through Friday, Nov. 11–13; various times and campus locations
Pop Up Pregnancy & Family Village
Volunteers needed. Click this link to learn more information and register. Join the Eck Institute for Global Health for this unique event that caters to the needs of moms, dads, and families. The Pop Up Pregnancy & Family Village is designed to be a trusted and convenient “one-stop shop” for mothers and their families, providing access to care, resources, and support addressing various health needs during pregnancy and the postpartum period. The goal is to address physical health, social drivers of health, well-being, and mental health in a single accessible location.
Saturday, Nov. 14; 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Charles Black Community Center, 3419 W. Washington St., South Bend
GIS Day 2026—Early Registration
Join in for GIS Day at Notre Dame—a symposium that combines workshops, presentations, and more to demonstrate the power of geospatial technologies. Registration for the day-long event is open now.
Wednesday, Nov. 18; noon to 4 p.m. in the Navari Family Center for Digital Scholarship (Room 246), Hesburgh Library
Reunion 2027
Want to connect with Notre Dame alumni during Reunion 2027? Please fill out the campus partner request form no later than Friday, November 20, and tell the Alumni Association how you plan to engage with attendees. Reunion will take place from Thursday, June 3 to Sunday, June 6, and there are specific days and times for you to pick from.
Annual Notre Dame Fire Department Gingerbread Competition
Celebrate the holidays with the annual gingerbread competition. Register at this link, and then complete your submissions by noon Wednesday, December 16.
Educational and Research Opportunities
Workshops with Visiting Speaker Sarah Silverman
Neurodiversity and accessibility expert Sarah Silverman, author of Classroom Mindscapes: An Introduction to Neurodiversity for Educators, is offering two workshops for the campus community.
Free, but registration is required.
“Working with Neurodivergent Colleagues in Higher Education”: Tuesday, Nov. 3; 10 a.m. to noon in Room 200, Main Building
“Low-Tech Teaching and Accessibility”: Wednesday, Nov. 4; 9:30 to 11 a.m. in Room B01, McCourtney Hall
ND Data Science Information Session for ND Employees
Advance your career with your ND Tuition Benefit. Join this lunch meeting to learn about Notre Dame’s online master’s in data science program. Learn how to master in-demand AI and data skills in a part-time format built for working professionals. The session will cover tuition benefits, curriculum, and application tips. Register for the info session.
Wednesday, Nov. 4; noon to 12:45 p.m. in Room W210, Duncan Student Center
JDSE Info Sessions: Share Your Data-Driven Work, Including Course Projects
The Journal of Data and Societal Endeavors is a student-led, peer-reviewed journal at Notre Dame, supported by the Lucy Family Institute for Data & Society. The group welcomes data-driven work from students in any major: research, class projects, short articles, interviews, and more. Submissions are just two pages. Postdocs and doctoral students past candidacy are invited to review. Learn more and register online (reviewer sign-up included).
Wednesday, Nov. 4; 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. in Room 206, DeBartolo Hall
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AI Collaborative Workshops (a partnership with Notre Dame Learning, Hesburgh Libraries, and the Office of Information Technology):
Click on the link to see more details and to register.
· AI Masterclass: Connect AI to Everything–An Intro to MCP
An introduction to Model Context Protocol (MCP), the missing piece that lets an AI assistant securely connect to the files and databases you already work in and answer questions about real data.
Tuesday, Nov. 3; 1 to 1:45 p.m. virtually
· AI Masterclass: Supercharge Your Research—A Hands-On Guide to AI APIs
This workshop teaches researchers how to leverage AI APIs (like OpenAI, Anthropic) to automate literature reviews, process large datasets, and extract unstructured data programmatically.
Thursday, Nov. 5; 1 to 1:45 p.m. virtually
· AI Literacy: Using NotebookLM as an Effective Tool for Making Sense of Your Learning
This workshop will demonstrate the effective use of NotebookLM for students as a tool to enhance their learning experiences.
Friday, Nov. 6; 2 to 3 p.m. in the Collaboration Hub (Room 220), Hesburgh Library
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Hesburgh Libraries and Navari Family Center for Digital Scholarship Workshops:
Click on the link to see more details and to register.
· Visualizing Data in R with ggplot2
Learn to make simple graphs using ggplot2, a graphics/visualization package within the tidyverse collection of packages in R. You’ll craft several basic visualizations using data from multiple disciplines and discuss ways to customize the aesthetics of visualizations.
Thursday, Nov. 5; 3 to 4 p.m. in the Navari Family Center for Digital Scholarship (Room 249), Hesburgh Library
· Introduction to Patents
If you’re not searching patent literature, you’re missing the vast majority of information on a product. In this session, you’ll learn what a patent is, what can and can’t be patented, what the sections of a patent consist of, and how to search for patents.
Friday, Nov. 6; 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. in the Navari Family Center for Digital Scholarship (Room 247), Hesburgh Library
Faith and Service
Mass in the Mary, Queen of Families Chapel
This opportunity to worship amidst site-specific installations in honor of the feast of St. Carlo Borromeo provides a space to reflect on the connection between liturgy and the arts. Following the Mass, a five-minute guided exploration of a work of art on view will be offered.
Wednesday, Nov. 4; 9:30 to 10 a.m. in the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
Holy Mass in German
Celebrate Christ with a Mass and liturgy in German. All are welcome, and guidance in both English and German will be provided. For more information or if you would like to volunteer to help, please contact Hana Kang (hana.kang@nd.edu) Cosponsored by Campus Ministry.
Thursday, Nov. 5; 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Geddes Hall Chapel
Exalt Adoration
Megan Urbaniak will offer a reflection, and praise and worship will be led by Totus Tuus. Confession and prayer teams will be available, and a social with food will follow. Fill out this form for updates from EXALT.
Friday, Nov. 6; 7:30 to 9 p.m. in the Grojean Hall Chapel
Health and Recreation
2026 Notre Dame Turkey Trot
What began as a fall tradition in the Mendoza College of Business is open this year to all Notre Dame faculty and staff. Join in to run or walk the campus routes. The routes are a 5K fun run and a 2.5K(ish) walk, followed by a light continental breakfast. Showers are available at Duncan Student Center. Register online.
Wednesday, Nov. 4; 7 to 8 a.m. Leave from and finish near the Commons B, Stayer Center for Executive Education
Artful Yoga
Engage with the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art as a space for well-being and inspiration. Join yoga instructor Steve Krojniewski in the galleries to relax and recharge while surrounded by works from the collection.
Thursday, Nov. 5; 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
Lectures and Presentations
Lecture—“The Struggle for National Culture: Subalterns and the State in Postcolonial India”
Gyan Prakash, the Dayton-Stockton Professor of History at Princeton University, specializes in the history of modern India. His talk examines their efforts in relation to the cultural project of the Nehruvian nation-state, outlining the contest between these different conceptions of national culture. Sponsored by the South Asia Group.
Monday, Nov. 2; noon to 1 p.m. in Room 2148, Jenkins Nanovic Halls
Maritain Fellows Lecture—“Christian Philosophy and Pluralism: Suggestions from Maritain”
The Maritain Fellows have invited distinguished scholar Jason L.A. West, professor of philosophy at Newman Theological College, to give a lecture on the Christian philosophy of Jacques Maritain.
Chick-fil-A provided.
Monday, Nov. 2; 6 to 7:15 p.m. in Room 104, Bond Hall
Panel Discussion—“Conversations That Matter: Responses to Life-Limiting Prenatal Diagnoses”
The McGrath Institute for Church Life hosts a webinar on life-limiting prenatal diagnoses. This panel brings together medical experts, pastoral leaders, and parents of a child born with a genetic anomaly to discuss how best to care for children who receive a life-limiting diagnosis.
Tuesday, Nov. 3; noon to 1 p.m. virtually
Panel Discussion—“The Environment in Conflict: Implications and Pathways”
Join the Kroc Institute for a distinguished panel discussion about Richard (Drew) Marcantonio’s newly published book, The Environment in Conflict: Implications and Pathways (Cambridge University Press, 2026). The discussion will explore the book’s themes with time for questions from the audience, followed by a reception and a book signing.
Tuesday, Nov. 3; 4 to 5:30 p.m. in Room C103, Hesburgh Center for International Studies, and virtually
Lecture: “Density in Kim Ki-young’s ‘The Housemaid’”
Presented by Youngmin Choe, an associate professor of East Asian Languages and Cultures at the University of Southern California’s Dornsife College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences. Choe will examine the aesthetics and legacy of “Hanyo” (The Housemaid), known as “the Citizen Kane of Korean cinema.” Sponsored by the East Asian Working Group.
Wednesday, Nov. 4; 3:30 p.m. in Room 1050, Jenkins Nanovic Halls
Book Discussion—Race on the Move: Public Transportation and Unequal Spaces
Join the Kroc Institute for the launch of Gwendolyn Purifoye’s latest book, Race on the Move: Public Transportation and Unequal Spaces (NYU Press, 2026). Purifoye’s book draws on interviews and nine years of ethnographic field research and data analysis in Chicago. The event will feature a panel discussion, audience Q&A, reception, and book signing.
Wednesday, Nov. 4; 4 to 5:30 p.m. in the auditorium, Hesburgh Center for International Studies, and virtually
2026 Yusko Ward-Phillips Lecture—“Elegy and Its Others: Grief Poems in Intermedial Dialogue”
Jahan Ramazani, professor of English at the University of Virginia, will give the 2026 Yusko Ward-Phillips Lecture.
Wednesday, Nov. 4; 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium, Eck Visitors Center
Lecture—“Syriac Christians in Tang China: The History and Theology of the Church of the East in China”
What happened when Christianity met Chinese culture along the Silk Road? Explore the history of the Church of the East in China during the 7th to 10th centuries. Alexis Balmont will present, followed by Q&A and a reception.
Thursday, Nov. 5; 2 to 3 p.m. in Room 233, Geddes Hall
Lunch with the Speaker
Alexis Balmont is an associate researcher at several academic institutions, including the Chinese University of Hong Kong, the Centre de Recherche sur les Civilisations d’Asie Orientale (Paris), the Sources Chrétiennes institute (Lyon), and the Zentrum zur Erforschung des Christlichen Ostens (Salzburg).
Friday, Nov. 6; noon to 1 p.m. in the Coffee House (first floor), Geddes Hall
Presentation—“Inglorious Nations: The Rise, Fall, and Reinvention of Civilizations”
Presented by the Dannelly Distinguished Visitor, Nancy Qian, the James J. O’Connor Professor of Managerial Economics and Decision Science at the Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management.
Thursday, Nov. 5; 6 to 7 p.m. in Room 155, DeBartolo Hall
Notre Dame Seminars on Sustainability—“The Trouble with Belonging: Land and the Conditions of Collective Life”
Justin Farrell, professor of sociology at the Yale School of the Environment, will discuss placing local communities at the center of integral ecology and two difficult questions about land and history: Who gets to belong? What gives that belonging social force? The lecture, organized by the Just Transformations to Sustainability Initiative, will be followed directly by lunch. Free for students, faculty/staff, and the general public.
Friday, Nov. 6; 11 a.m. to noon in Room 129, DeBartolo Hall
Panel Discussion: “The Future of Conservatism After Trump”
Friday, Nov. 6; 2 to 3:30 p.m. in the Forum, Jenkins Nanovic Halls
Football Fr(AI)days: “First Down in Data with Industry Partners”
Join the Data, AI, and Computing Initiative for a look at how University researchers are advancing responsible, inclusive, safe, and empowering AI and deploying AI systems in collaboration with industry partners.
Friday, Nov. 6; 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. in Room 126, DeBartolo Hall
Arts and Letters Crash Course Lecture: “Foundations of Theology”
Catch a glimpse of Notre Dame classes in action at the Crash Course series. In this lecture, attendees will see how Notre Dame students are introduced to the concept of faith seeking understanding—with examples from scripture, literature, and Notre Dame life.
Friday, Nov. 6; 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. in Room 141, DeBartolo Hall
The Book of Valor—A Discussion with Martha MacCallum and General Patrick Brady
The Thomas Quinn Speaker Series features Martha MacCallum, anchor and executive editor of The Story with Martha MacCallum, and retired US Army Major General Pat Brady, Vietnam Huey pilot. The Book of Valor is a gripping and deeply moving story of American valor. Moderated by Ken Heckel, the Sergeant John F. Crowley Director of Military and Veterans Affairs. No registration or tickets required.
Friday, Nov. 6; 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. in Jordan Auditorium, Mendoza College of Business
Lecture: “Swift, Ireland, and British Grand Strategy”
Join the Keough-Naughton Institute for a lecture by Matt Gertken based on his book, Swift’s Grand Strategy: From Foreign Policy to International Thought (Cambridge University Press, 2026).
Friday, Nov. 6; 3:30 to 5 p.m. in Room 100, Jenkins Nanovic Halls
MVP Fridays Lecture: “Why I Am Not an Atheist”
Join the Institute for Social Concerns for its MVP Fridays lecture by Christopher Beha, an American writer, former editor-in-chief of Harper’s Magazine, and author of Why I Am Not an Atheist: The Confessions of a Skeptical Believer. A reception and book signing follows the lecture.
Friday, Nov. 6; 4 to 5 p.m. in Andrews Auditorium, Geddes Hall
What Just Happened?! A 2026 Midterm Results Discussion
Attend an engaging panel discussion as Arlette Saenz, CNN correspondent; Gerard Baker, Wall Street Journal editor-at-large; and James Curry, professor of political science, unpack the results of the 2026 US midterm elections.
Friday, Nov. 6; 4 to 5:30 p.m. in Rooms 215/216, McKenna Hall
Saturdays with the Saints Lecture
Emmanuel Katongole, a professor in the Keough School of Global Affairs, presents a lecture on St. Charles Lwanga in the series “Saints of the Poor.” Saturdays with the Saints is a popular Notre Dame football pregame ritual that combines the University’s rich traditions of Catholic faith and spirited gamedays. Presented by the McGrath Institute for Church Life.
Saturday, Nov. 7; 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. in Andrews Auditorium, Geddes Hall
Safety, Parking, and Traffic
Parking Closures
The University will welcome the University of Miami to Notre Dame Stadium on Saturday, November 7. Please be aware of the temporary parking and shuttle adjustments to keep campus traffic moving safely all week long.
Social Gatherings
Phi Beta Kappa Society Open House
Notre Dame’s chapter of the Phi Beta Kappa Society invites all elected members to an open house to celebrate the Society’s 250th anniversary with light refreshments. Chapter officers will discuss the Society’s current initiatives that highlight the liberal arts and sciences.
Monday, Nov. 2; 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Room 125, Hesburgh Library
LSM’s Dia de Los Muertos Procession
Join Latino Student Ministry as it celebrates Día de los Muertos by an evening of procession, prayer, and a reception with pan dulce, hot chocolate, and atole.
Monday, Nov. 2; 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Procession from Holy Cross Cemetery to the Basilica of the Sacred Heart, followed by a reception in the ILS Lounge (Room 315), Bond Hall
Notre Dame Fall Toastmasters Open House
Whether you’re looking to improve your public speaking skills, boost your leadership abilities, or simply connect with a community of like-minded individuals, you’re in the right place.
Tuesday, Nov. 3; 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. in Room 242, O’Shaughnessy Hall
Football Fridays at the Eck
Kick off your game weekend—join Fighting Irish fans for live music, tailgate food (available from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.), an interview with a Notre Dame celebrity, student group performances, the Football Fridays Backyard with beer and wine for purchase (available from 11:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.), and more.
Friday, Nov. 6; 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Eck Visitors Center
Tech Tips, Tools, and IT Maintenance
Control Which Courses Are on Your Dashboard in Canvas
As you continue to teach using Canvas, new course sites may begin to displace this semester’s active sites. Favoriting your active course sites will keep them pinned in place until you’re ready for the new semester.
We Are All ND
ProfouND Caregivers Support Group
Come and connect with other ProfouND members caring for loved ones with a disability. This group will meet the first Wednesday of the month.
Wednesday, Nov. 4; 9 to 10 a.m. in Room 149, DeBartolo Hall
Also This Week ...
Museum of Biodiversity Open House
The Museum of Biodiversity will be open for tours. The museum showcases an extensive collection of preserved vertebrates, insects, plants, and fossils that have been collected over the last 150 years.
Saturday, Nov. 7; 2:30 to 4:30p.m. in Room 102, Jordan Hall of Science