Student Edition
For the week of July 13.
This is a weekly digest of events and announcements for students.
NOTE: During June and July, the student version will only be sent to students enrolled in the Summer Session, beginning Sunday, June 7, through Friday, July 17.
Arts and Performances
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 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.
Tuesday, July 14; 11 to 11:30 a.m. in the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
Bite-Sized Art
Join this brief lunchtime program, where a member of the Raclin Murphy Museum’s education staff will lead a short, yet engaging exploration of a single work of art in the permanent collection. Not all works on view take center stage, so join in for this opportunity to take a deep dive into a piece that you might not have noticed before in the galleries.
Wednesday, July 15; noon to 12:15 p.m. in the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
Spotlight Exhibit Closing—Illuminating a Noble Past: A Scientific Examination of a 16th Century Executory Certificate of Nobility
How did pigments in illuminated 16th through 18th century Spanish legal documents help them serve as visual symbols of wealth and status? In this exhibit, a team of Notre Dame scientists and conservators collaborate to take a closer look.
Through Friday, July 17; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Rare Books & Special Collection (Room 102), Hesburgh Library
Films
The Blackening (2023)
A weekend getaway turns deadly when friends at a remote cabin are targeted by a killer. Blending sharp social commentary, clever humor, and horror, The Blackening flips familiar genre tropes on their head in a suspenseful, self-aware thriller. The film begins at 7:00 p.m. with a pre-talk at 6:30 p.m. $7 adults, $6 faculty/staff, $5 seniors (65+), $4 students.
Wednesday, July 15; 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Notre Dame Shakespeare Festival Community Company Performs ShakeScenes
Back for another round of delightful Shakespeare shenanigans, ShakeScenes will brighten the stage like never before. A perennially popular event featuring community members of all ages from the South Bend area performing scenes from and inspired by Shakespeare, ShakeScenes provides adorable, moving, and hilarious entertainment. This FREE and family-friendly performance has introduced thousands of children across the area to Shakespeare ever since its inception. Free tickets can be reserved here.
Saturday, July 18; 2 p.m. in the Patricia George Decio Theatre, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Presenting Series: UZIMA! Drum and Dance Presents Ndyio ya Milele
UZIMA! Drum and Dance presents Ndyio ya Milele (Eternal Yes), a moving tribute to founder Kelly Burgét. Featuring dance, drumming, song, and spoken word alongside guest artists and alumni performers, this special performance celebrates her legacy of faith, unity, resilience, and community. $15 adults, $5 students/children.
Saturday, July 18; 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Deadlines or Registrations
Director’s Choice Ticket Packages Now Available
Experience five unforgettable performances with the Director’s Choice season ticket package for the 2026–27 Presenting Series. New and renewing subscriptions are available from noon Monday, July 13, through Friday, September 4, and include a curated lineup of world-class artists across music, dance, and more. $215. Visit the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center site for details.
Educational and Research Opportunities
Paid Research Study: Criticality 3
Criticality 3 is a paid study at the University available to graduate and undergraduate students. During the study, you will fill out questionnaires, observe a three-dimensional Necker Cube, and report your perception of it. You will be compensated $30 (via an electronic gift card) for participating in one 90-minute research experiment. Review the sign-up and info sheet. The study is available at various times.
Faith and Service
Summer “ShowcACE”
This open house provides an opportunity for interested students to meet the Alliance for Catholic Education (ACE) team, alumni, ACE teachers, and professors; sit in on a graduate-level class; and learn more about the daily life and mission of an ACE teacher. Register online for the open house or register for a summer webinar.
Friday, July 17; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Remick Family Hall
Safety, Parking, and Traffic
Partial Closure of St. Joseph Drive
The second phase of the Stepan Chemistry Hall sidewalk widening project began Friday, July 10, on the west side of St. Joseph Drive between Breen-Phillips Hall and Cavanaugh Drive. Please note the following traffic and pedestrian impacts:
· Vehicular Traffic: The southbound lane of St. Joseph Drive will be closed between Breen-Phillips Hall and Cavanaugh Drive. Traffic will be restricted to one-way travel, southbound only, using the remaining open lane.
· Detour: Drivers on the south side of the road closure, including those exiting Cavanaugh Drive, must detour to Leahy Drive via Moose Krause Circle.
· Pedestrian Detour: East-to-west pedestrian traffic across St. Joseph Drive will be restricted. Pedestrians should cross at the southeast corner of Breen-Phillips Hall to Geddes Hall, and use the existing sidewalk to travel north or south.
The project is expected to be completed and the lane reopened Monday, August 3. Review the aerial map.
Tech Tips, Tools, and IT Maintenance
Don’t Lose Your Work in Canvas
Using the back button in your browser while you’re composing in Canvas’s text editor means you could likely lose your work. If you need to access another Canvas resource for your assignment, open and access Canvas in a second tab.
Changes to Okta Login
During the month of July, Notre Dame is removing SMS text messages and phone calls as Okta authentication options. You must switch to a secure method to avoid losing access to University services, including Gmail.
If you have a smartphone, you should download and set up Okta Verify to ensure you maintain access. If you don’t have a smartphone, contact the Service Desk for assistance.