Student Edition
For the week of August 31
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
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 us for guided sessions of visio divina with sacred art in the Mary, Queen of Families Chapel or with works of art in the galleries.
Tuesday, Sept. 1; 11 to 11:30 a.m. in the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
Mimmo Paladino: Present into Past
The Raclin Murphy Museum of Art is honored to announce the landmark exhibition of internationally acclaimed Italian artist Mimmo Paladino (b. 1948). A leading figure of the Italian avant-garde, Paladino designed the Mary, Queen of Families Chapel at the museum.
Beginning Tuesday, Sept. 1, through Sunday, Dec. 13; 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 first ways to engage with art while building community.
Thursday, Sept. 3; 1 to 2 p.m. in the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
Mimmo Paladino: Present into Past Exhibition Tour
Join an exhibition tour of Mimmo Paladino: Present into Past to learn more about this contemporary artist and leading figure of the Italian avant-garde. Mimmo Paladino’s ambitious and bold oeuvre spans sacred art and liturgical objects, literary interpretations, and historical works.
Thursday, Sept. 3; 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
Sunday, Sept. 6; 1 to 2 p.m. in the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
Also home football game Fridays; 11 a.m. to noon
V.I.P. Hour
Enjoy a V.I.P. (View in Person) moment with the museum’s collection. During this drop-in session in the Object Study Room, University students, staff, and faculty can encounter works of art beyond those on view in the galleries.
Friday, Sept. 4; noon to 1 p.m. in the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
Films
Blood Simple (1984)
Joel and Ethan Coen’s razor-sharp debut blends modern film noir with the dark humor that would define their careers. Deep in the heart of Texas, a bar owner hires a private detective after suspecting his wife of an affair—only to find the scheme turning back on him. Featuring Frances McDormand in her film debut. $7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors (65+), free for students and children.
Tuesday, Sept. 1; 7:30 to 9:15 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Obsession (2025)
Made for just $750,000 and earning more than $500 million worldwide, Obsession became a box-office phenomenon. Bear wishes for his friend Nikki to fall in love with him, but when his wish comes true, romance spirals into terrifying obsession. Revisit the horror sensation or discover what had audiences so obsessed. $7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors (65+), $4 students.
Thursday, Sept. 3; 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Thursday, Sept. 3; 9:30 to 11:30 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 5; 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and 9:30 to 11:30 p.m.
Misery (1990)
Obsession takes a terrifying turn in Rob Reiner’s acclaimed adaptation of Stephen King’s Misery. After writer Paul Sheldon is rescued by his self-proclaimed biggest fan, Annie Wilkes, her devotion becomes increasingly dangerous. Kathy Bates won the Best Actress Oscar for her unforgettable performance.
$7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors (65+), $4 students.
Saturday, Sept. 5; 3 to 5 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Chicken Run (2000)
From the creators of Wallace & Gromit, Chicken Run is a stop-motion breakout adventure inspired by The Great Escape. When life on their egg farm takes a dangerous turn, rebellious hen Ginger rallies her feathered friends and hatches a daring plan for freedom. Part of Professor Pfinklepfunder’s $1 Sunday Films.
Sunday, Sept. 6; 1 to 2:30 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Grey Gardens (1975)
Meet Big and Little Edie Beale: mother and daughter, high-society dropouts, and reclusive cousins of Jackie Onassis. Living together amid the decay and disorder of their East Hampton mansion, the eccentric pair are captured in an intimate portrait that became a cult classic, and made Little Edie a fashion icon. $7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors (65+), $4 students.
Sunday, Sept. 6; 4 to 5:45 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Athletics and Sporting Events
Visit the Athletics composite schedule for events this week.
Awards and Competitions
The Notre Dame Innovation Challenge Kickoff Event
Will the next big idea at Notre Dame be yours? The inaugural Notre Dame Innovation Challenge invites undergraduate and graduate students to develop innovative solutions for plastic usage at Notre Dame athletic events and compete for $35,000 in prizes. Attend the Kickoff Event to learn more about the challenge, ask questions, and register.
Monday, Aug. 31; 5 to 7 p.m. in the Dahnke Ballroom, Duncan Student Center
Deadlines or Registrations
Raclin Murphy Museum of Art Student Programming Committee Application
Want to bring more art into your life? Feel passionate about fostering a culture of hospitality and belonging? Interested in imagining the possibilities for fun and meaningful experiences at the Raclin Murphy Museum for University students? The Student Programming Committee (SPC) is currently accepting applications for undergraduate students to join the 2026–27 cohort. Learn more and apply before the 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, September 1, deadline.
Workshop: “Avoid Thinking Traps”
Join the Wellness and Resilience Program for its “Avoid Thinking Traps” workshop. In this session, the group will identify common thinking traps and strengthen skills to disrupt counterproductive thoughts. Chips and dips will be provided. Please register online.
Tuesday, Sept. 8; 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the History Makers Room, LaFortune Student Center
Learn to Skate
Compton Family Ice Arena offers Learn to Skate classes for children as young as 2 up to adult. Sessions are offered on Wednesdays from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m., and Sundays from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Visit the Compton Family Ice Arena website for more information: fightingirish.com/learn-to-skate and the poster. $78 classes, $18 skate rental, $20 Learn to Skate USA membership.
Wednesday classes: Sept. 9, 16, 23, 30, and Oct. 7 and 14
Sunday classes: Sept. 13, 20, 27, Oct. 4, 11, and 25
I CAN Help: Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Literacy Training
You don’t have to be an expert to make a difference—just a friend who knows how to listen. I CAN Help equips you to spot when someone is struggling, start supportive conversations, and connect them to real help. Register online.
Wednesday, Sept. 9; 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. in the History Makers Room (second floor), LaFortune Student Center
LEED Platinum Building Tour: McCourtney Hall East
Get an inside look at the building process of McCourtney Hall East, the University’s first Platinum LEED-certified building. Led by Mike Daly, senior director and associate University architect, participants will learn about the features that make this building a standout sustainable achievement, as well as the process of achieving LEED. Register by Thursday, September 10.
Friday, Sept. 11; 2 to 3 p.m. in McCourtney Hall East
Tutoring in the South Bend Community
Looking for a meaningful way to make an impact in the community and help students succeed while receiving compensation or fulfilling service hours? Become a high-impact tutor with Tutor-ND. AmeriCorps will support you to help a child learn. Free Uber rides are offered to your site. Apply at tinyurl.com/TutorND or, if you have questions, email tutornd@nd.edu.
Starting Monday, Sept. 14, in the South Bend schools and community centers.
Shifts available between 7:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays
Reclaiming Nature and Celebrating St. Francis
To celebrate St. Francis of Assisi’s 800th anniversary and Jubilee year, the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art invites you to gather in the new temporary exhibition Mimmo Paladino: Present into Past to view art related to the patron saint of animals and the environment. The group will then move outside to the Charles B. Hayes Family Sculpture Park and learn about how this natural landscape on campus is reclaiming nature. Register by Thursday, September 17.
Friday, Sept. 18; 2 to 3:30 p.m. in the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
Rockne Bash—Michigan State
Get ready to ignite your Fighting Irish spirit the night before the big football game. In partnership with Notre Dame Athletics, the concourse of Notre Dame Stadium will be transformed into the ultimate pre-game party destination. Enjoy food trucks, grab your favorite drinks, and let loose with live music that will have you ready to cheer on the Irish. $12 for ages thirteen and older and free to those 12 and younger.
Friday, Sept. 18; 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. in the concourse of Notre Dame Stadium (Gate C)
Litter Pick-Up Around the Lake
Join the Notre Dame Sustainability team for a walk around St. Mary’s Lake to pick up trash and help keep our campus ecosystem litter-free. In previous litter pick-ups, we’ve found interesting items like TVs and bowling balls! Trash grabbers, gloves, bags, and snacks will be provided. Together, we can care for our common home. Register by Wednesday, September 23.
Thursday, Sept. 24; 2 to 4 p.m. Meet at World Peace Plaza along St. Mary’s Lake
Fall Conference: “But Where Can She Be Found? Wisdom from Age to Age”
Registration is available before Friday, September 25, for the de Nicola Center’s 26th annual Fall Conference. Free for ND/SMC/HCC faculty, staff, and students.
Thursday, Oct. 1; 1:30 to 9:15 p.m. campus-wide
Friday, Oct. 2; 9 a.m. to 9:15 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 3; 9 a.m. to 9:15 p.m.
Educational and Research Opportunities
Hesburgh Libraries and Navari Family Center for Digital Scholarship Workshops:
Click on the link to see more details and to register.
· Introduction to Github and Markdown
Traditionally used for software development, Git and the online platform GitHub have been adopted for projects of all kinds, including humanities research. This workshop guides participants through the basic functions of contributing to a repository and writing documents in its preferred plain-text format, markdown.
Monday, Aug. 31; 3 to 4 p.m. in Technology Commons (Room 264), Hesburgh Library
· AI Masterclass: Understanding Agentic Coding Tools
Understand how AI is transforming software development and get a look at the tools developers are using to build faster than ever before—while still ensuring high-quality and secure results.
Tuesday, Sept. 1; 11 a.m. to noon in the Navari Family Center for Digital Scholarship (Room 246), Hesburgh Library
· Introduction to Bloomberg Terminal Navigation and Functions
Demystify the Bloomberg Terminal by learning its interface and navigation. This session covers how to access Bloomberg Terminal, the interface and navigation, commonly used Bloomberg Functions, and how to find more specific Bloomberg Functions. Open to undergraduates, graduate students, faculty, staff, and postdocs.
Tuesday, Sept. 1; 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. in the Trading Room (northeast corner of the atrium), Mendoza College of Business
Friday, Sept. 4; 11 to 11:45 a.m.
Friday, Sept. 4; 3:30 to 4:15 p.m.
· Programming Logic for Non-Programmers
In this gentle introduction to programming logic, you’ll learn concepts that are common across programming languages and then develop a mental model of the logic behind programming and practice interpreting and documenting that logic.
Wednesday, Sept. 2; 3 to 4 p.m. in the Navari Family Center for Digital Scholarship (Room 247), Hesburgh Library
· AI Masterclass: AI Workflow Automation with Workspace Studio and n8n
AI automation tools are multiplying fast, and the hard part is no longer building a workflow. It’s knowing which tool to build it in. This session puts two very different platforms side by side: Google Workspace Studio and n8n.
Thursday, Sept. 3; 1 to 2 p.m. virtually
· Python for Absolute Beginners
In this brief tour, you’ll learn the very basics of using the Python programming language, including the basic logic and syntax of the language as an on-ramp for further learning on your own.
Thursday, Sept. 3; 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. in the Navari Family Center for Digital Scholarship (Room 246), Hesburgh Library
· Notion for Absolute Beginners
Participants will get an overview of the popular productivity and notetaking tool Notion. You will have time to customize a dashboard with your own organizational needs and personal style, setting you up for success.
Thursday, Sept. 3; 3 to 4 p.m. in the Navari Family Center for Digital Scholarship (Room 246), Hesburgh Library
· RefWorks—Managing Citations for Research
This workshop will review the basics of citation managers, identify some of the more common citation managers, practice importing citations from a few databases (such as Google Scholar and Web of Science), show how to identify when you have missing data in your citation, and show how to create endnotes.
Friday, Sept. 4; 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. in the Navari Family Center for Digital Scholarship (Room 247), Hesburgh Library
· ArcGIS Online for Absolute Beginners
This workshop will teach the foundations of mapping in ESRI’s ArcGIS Online, a browser-based GIS platform that allows users to create, visualize, and manipulate spatial data. Learn how to use ArcGIS Online to answer research questions with spatial data or create maps to add to a class project or thesis.
Friday, Sept. 4; 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the Navari Family Center for Digital Scholarship (Room 247), Hesburgh Library
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Research Opportunity:
Psychology Attention Study
Are you interested in how interactions with technology influence our ability to pay attention? Come participate in a one-hour psychology study that pays $20. Adults 18–40 with a TikTok account are eligible to participate. The study runs through the end of September in Room E355A, Corbett Family Hall. Participants will book a time that works for them.
Various weekdays available; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Room 355A, Corbett Family Hall
Health and Recreation
Taco ’Bout It Tuesday
The McDonald Center for Student Well-Being is launching a weekly conversation series to help you connect, reflect, and destress. Think of it as a casual, low-pressure space led by Peer Listeners—with free tacos. Everything is a little easier to talk about over food. Come grab a bite!
Tuesday, Sept. 1; 5:30 to 7 p.m. in Room 215, Saint Liam Hall
Wellness Wednesday
Don’t get Thunderstruck, get prepared. Join the McDonald Center for Student Well-Being at Wellness Wednesday to explore Stay in the Green, Notre Dame’s alcohol education campaign. Get ready for the AC/DC concert and gameday with practical alcohol education, substance-free opportunities, and tips to make informed decisions.
Wednesday, Sept. 2; 3 to 5 p.m. on Fieldhouse Mall
Take A Paws
Take a “paws” and visit Notre Dame’s Comfort K9s at the McDonald Center for Student Well-Being. Drop in any Thursday for your weekly dose of puppy love and tasty treats. You deserve a break!
Thursday, Sept. 3; 3 to 3:45 p.m. in Room 215, Saint Liam Hall
Artful Yoga
Engage with the Raclin Murphy Museum 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, Sept. 3; 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
Peer Listening Pop Up
Free snacks, good vibes, and judgment-free listening. Swing by the Peer Listener Pop-Up to meet the team ready to listen this year.
Friday, Sept. 4; 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Fieldhouse Mall
Bar None: Trivia and Dirty Sodas
Get ready for a high-stakes battle of wits where your random knowledge can score you serious bragging rights. Fuel your brain with O’Rourke’s apps and a custom, flavor-packed dirty soda bar and prove your squad is the smartest in the room.
Friday, Sept. 4; 8 to 10 p.m. in Room 307, Saint Liam Hall
Lectures and Presentations
Fall Consulting Week
This week of recruiting events will allow students to network with firms, learn about full-time and internship recruiting, engage with alumni, and find out more about the consulting industry. Students MUST REGISTER for these events on Handshake. Note that some events have limited capacity. The Center for Career Development cannot provide excused class absences.
Monday, Aug. 31; 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. in the Center for Career Development (fifth floor) and the Dahnke Ballroom, Duncan Student Center
Tuesday, Sept. 1; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Wednesday, Sept. 2; 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Thursday, Sept. 3; 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Fireside Panel Conversation: “From Many, One? Catholic Perspectives at America’s 250th”
Can the Catholic Church’s experiences be a model for building pluralism and strengthening democracy in the US during its 250th celebrations?
Tuesday, Sept. 1; 5 to 6 p.m. in Reyes Family Board Room (Room 215/216), McKenna Hall
Work in Progress: A Conversation and Reading with Rev. James Martin, S.J.
Members of the tri-campus community are invited to attend a conversation and book reading with New York Times best-selling author Rev. James Martin, S.J., editor-at-large at America magazine. The event will begin with a conversation between Fr. Martin and Professor Kathleen Sprows Cummings. Following their discussion, Fr. Martin will read excerpts from his newest book, and copies will be available for sale. This event is free, but ticketed. Tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis at the ticket office one hour prior. Attendees must show a Notre Dame/SMC/HCC ID upon entry.
Wednesday, Sept. 2; 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Patricia George Decio Theatre, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Hibernian Lecture: “The New York City Draft Riots and the Remaking of Irish America”
Ian Delahanty of Springfield College will deliver the 2026 Hibernian Lecture which is cosponsored by the Cushwa Center for the Study of American Catholicism and the Keough-Naughton Institute of Irish Studies. In both academic scholarship and popular culture, the New York City Draft Riots feature prominently as the defining moment of Irish Americans’ involvement in the American Civil War.
Thursday, Sept. 3; 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. in Room B01, McKenna Hall
The 2026 Conway Lectures: “Religion and Law in the Medieval World”
Join the Medieval Institute for the 2026 Conway Lectures with Marc Herman from York University, Robert Gleave from the University of Exeter, and Melodie Eichbauer from Florida Gulf Coast University. The two-day event includes a free reception and lunch (register online).
Thursday, Sept. 3; 5 to 6:30 p.m. in Room 715, Hesburgh Library
Friday, Sept. 4; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Seminar: “The Infrastructure of Inequality”
Racism, discriminatory practices, institutional bias, and systematic exclusion can take lasting physical form in the built environment. Prior research has shown how housing policies and practices produce racialized urban space, but far less attention has been paid to infrastructure such as road networks. Presented by Elizabeth Roberto, co-director of the Center for Computational Insight on Inequality and Society at Rice University. Part of the Pulte Institute’s Advances in Sustainable Development Seminar Series.
Friday, Sept. 4; 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Mediation Room (Room B001), Jenkins Nanovic Halls, or virtually
Safety, Parking, and Traffic
Holy Cross Drive Construction
Holy Cross Drive, just west of St. Joseph Drive, will be reduced to one lane from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday, August 31, and Tuesday, September 1.
Social Gatherings
Kroc Institute Ice Cream Social
Join the Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies for an ice cream social on DeBartolo Quad lawn. The gathering celebrates the start of the 2026–27 academic year and kicks off the institute’s year-long 40th anniversary festivities. All members of the Notre Dame community are welcome.
Tuesday, Sept. 1; 5 to 7 p.m. on DeBartolo Quad near the Hesburgh Center for International Peace Studies
Activities Night
Connect with the student leaders of more than 250 student groups to learn about their mission and how to get involved, and find your community. You will also have an opportunity to talk with campus resources to see where you can make a difference or find support. Find ways to build your leadership skills and explore new interests.
Tuesday, Sept. 1; 7 to 10 p.m. in the concourse, Joyce Center
MSPS Multicultural Kickoff
Celebrate the start of the year with Multicultural Student Programs and Services. Meet new people, explore multicultural student clubs and campus resources, enjoy food, music, games, and giveaways. Whether you’re new to Notre Dame or returning, this is a great opportunity to build connections and celebrate the vibrant community.
Thursday, Sept. 3; 6 to 8 p.m. on North Quad
Shiver Me Shamrocks: Pirate Night
As a part of SAO’s First 3 Series, the office presents “Shiver Me Shamrocks”—embrace your inner pirate and join in. Enjoy dirty sodas and Kona Ice while you venture on a cross-campus scavenger hunt and then end the night with live music and a pirate ship carnival ride. Costume contest for best dressed.
Saturday, Sept. 5; 8 to 11 p.m. on Library Lawn
Tech Tips, Tools, and IT Maintenance
Customize Your Canvas Dashboard
If the standard course card view of your Canvas dashboard doesn’t help you keep on top of due dates and grades, you now have the option to use a customizable widget-based format. Users can add, rearrange, and delete widgets (such as grades, due dates, and announcements) to surface the most useful information.
Download the Canvas Student App
This free application, available for Android and Apple devices, allows quick access to all your Canvas course content in an easy-to-navigate format.
Also This Week ...
Columbus Murals Uncovering
The Columbus Murals on the second floor of the Main Building will be uncovered from Monday, August 31, through noon on Friday, September 4, to allow instructors and their students to engage with and discuss the murals. More information about the Columbus Murals, their history, and their use by instructors can be found here.
Campus Green Tour
Join Notre Dame Sustainability for a walk around campus to experience the beauty of Notre Dame. Participants will learn about some of the sustainability initiatives and investments happening at the University that may otherwise go unseen. Only 20 spots are available, so don’t wait to sign up.
Friday, Sept. 4; noon (Meet at the east side of the Walsh Family Hall of Architecture)