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news 4 6 News Stories of the Year Scholastic Staff Get up-to-date on campus happenings with a review of the top news stories of the 2007-2008 school year.

10 Faces to Remember Christopher Meskill & David Poel! Take a sneak-peek at the campus celebrities that you should know. 14 culture 15 Perfect Strangers Nick Kolman-Mandie Scholastic slims down the spectrum of roommate relations into three basic categories - "kindred spirits," "I'm OK, you're OK," and "it wasn't meant to be." 16 Home, Sweet Home Peter Hadley & Jessica Farmwald An overview of your future home - the residence halls and their traditions. 24 Clubbing at Notre Dame Michael O'Connor A sampling of the opportunities - from service to athletics - available to help you do more than just homework.

38 Is there anything to do around here? Nick Kolman-Mandie From live music to films and plays to art, literature and beyond, Notre Dame is alive and thriving with fun. sorts 34 34 Sports Stories of the Year Scholastic Staff Read up on the most newsworthy stories in Irish athletics during the 2007-2008 school year.

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news 4 6 News Stories of the Year Scholastic Staff Get up-to-date on campus happenings with a review of the top news stories of the 2007-2008 school year.

FRESHMAN ISSUE 2008 EDNO ES FROM THE DESK OF THE EDITOR

FROM HOME TO DOME

Welcome, class of 2012, and congratulations on an excellent choice of where to spend the next four years of your life. Corby Night Odds are, you'll be surprised by how soon you make your mother cry when you call your dorm "home" on the phone. Making the transition from everything you've known for the past 18 years can be intimidating, however, especially coming to a place as steeped in tradition as Notre Dame. That's why we've created this issue of Scbolastic specifically to prepare you to make yourself a part of this unique community. Spend some time learning the Alma Mater on page 5 so as not to embarrass yourself at the end of the first home football game. Catch up on the biggest news stories of the past year on pages 6-7. And memorizing the Irish lingo on page 9 is a must in order to make your way around campus.

You'll also be amazed by how quickly you get to know your new college friends. After eating, studying, partying and living together 2417, by fall break, you'll feel like you've been best friends for years, not months.

Even if you don't fall into a close group of friends in your dorm right away, don't stress - there are plenty of fish in the Notre Dame sea. Get out and get involved. Join Swing Club, or any of the other groups outlined on pages 24-26. Go on a Campus Ministry retreat. Pick up a couple of shifts at Reckers. Even better, join the staff of the Scbolastic, a biweekly publication bringing intelligent and insightful campus news to the masses since 1867! (A little self-promotion never hurts. Contact us at [email protected] for more information! We're lots of fun.)

Especially first semester freshman year, everyone is looking to make friends. All you Men a/the class 0/2012 have to do is make yourself available. Stop Facebook-stalking that cutie from Intro to Philosophy long enough to go cheer on the soccer team (unless, of course, he/she plays soccer - then you're just being creepy). Is God calling you? Join us.

Finally, don't get stuck in a rut. It's easy to fall into the habit of always eating in Think you might have a vocation the same spot in SDH, spending every Friday night in the same room in Dillon, studying in the same cubicle in the Hesburgh Library, etc. But you'll have a much to serve as a priest or brother? better experience if you branch out and really.explore all that Notre Dame has to Join the Holy Cross offer. Make a lunch date with your friend from FYC for some international cuisine at Greenfields in the Hesburgh Center. Take in a concert at the DPAC. Try writing community at Notre Dame your next paper in the library in Bond Hall or Fitzpatrick. for an hour ofprayer, pizza, Get excited - you're in for an incredible ride. We're so glad to have you. and informal discussion.

See you in the fall, Wednesday, Sept. 1 7, 8pm at Corby Hall vocation.nd.edu Jessica Farmwald Editor-in-Chief Questions? call 1-6385

FRESHMAN ISSUE 2008 EDNO ES FROM THE DESK OF THE EDITOR

FROM HOME TO DOME

See you in the fall, Wednesday, Sept. 1 7, 8pm at Corby Hall vocation.nd.edu Jessica Farmwald Editor-in-Chief Questions? call 1-6385

FRESHMAN ISSUE 2008 Why Notre Dame? Fight Song & Alma Mater A primer on Our Lady/s University The essential songs for life under the Dome

Scholastic Staff

otre Dame i~ a unique place. It is in the middle of nowhere any incoming freshmen have the luxury of already having the Fight Nand seemingly archaic with· its single-sex dorms, parietals and M Song and the Alma Mater ingrained in their minds since birth. But unyielding Catholic identity. Yet, the vast majority of alums speak for many freshmen, the first time they hear these songs will be during so positively about their alma mater, not to mention the donations they their first pep rally or the opening school-wide Mass. Here, Scholastic gives you pour in. Many employers gush at the prospect of hiring Notre Dame an introduction to the lyrics that, by the time you graduate in 2012, you'll know students. So what is it about Notre Dame that makes it so special? as well as your own name. Notre Dame is technically a university, but it's more than just that. It is a place that strives to fulfill its goal to educate, not just the mind, but also the body and spirit. Although this aim may seem a bit lofty, if you "Notre Dame Victory March" let the university shape you, you will find yourself growing in more ways (The Fight Song) than just intellectually. Your four years under the Dome will give you Honored by college football as "the greatest of all college fight songs," the the ultimate college experience. There is no other place that offers the "Notre Dame Victory March" was written by two Notre Dame graduates combination of top-notch academics, high-profile athletics, stellar Campus - brothers Michael Shea, a priest, and John Shea, a monogram winner in baseball Ministry programs (and not just for Catholics), a gorgeous campus and a - in 1908. It was first performed on campus in the Main Building rotunda on tight-knit community that feels like family. Easter Sunday in 1909. (Hint: You really only need to know the chorus.) You'll find that Notre Dame is a demanding place. There will be plenty of parties and SYRs to attend, as well as more interhall sports opportunities Rally sons ofNotre Dame: than you can imagine. However, there will also be presentations to prepare Sing her glory and sound herfame, for, lO-page papers to turn in and some bickering with professors over your Raise her Gold and Blue Chorus: final grade. During the fall, you'll find that postponing your school work And cheer with voices true: Cheer, chee1·fo1· old Notre Dame, until the weekend will become a pointless exercise. Notre Dame football Rah, rah! for Notre Dame Wake up the echoes cheering her name, weekends will consume your life, period. There are so many things to We will fight in ev'ry game, Send a volley cheer on high, do, but seemingly so little time to do it all. Life at Notre Dam~ may be Strong ofheart and true to her name Shake down the thunder from the sky. overwhelming at times, but think of it as an opportunity to sharpen your We will ne'er forget her What though the odds be g1·eat or small time management skills. Think of it as a place that tests your ability to And will cheer her ever Old Not1"e Dame will win over all, have the boldness to say "no" in the right situations. If attending Notre Loyal to Notre Dame. While her loyal sons go marching Dame isn't exactly your dream come true, think of what a Notre Dame Onward to victory. education can provide for you. As an l,Illdergraduate, you might not be able to see the bigger picture of where your education will take you, but trust "Notre Dame, Our Mother" us - a Notre Dame degree will prepare you for the real world. (The Alma Mater) We live in a society that is driven by success, one that tempts many The Notre Dame Alma Mater is performed at the end of every football students to choose majors they think will lead to a big paycheck. But it game at Notre Dame Stadium, win orlose. It was composed in 1930 by Joseph is essential that you study what you care about. It is true that picking the J. Casasanta, a 1923 ND graduate, in honor of the dedication of Notre Dame right major can be difficult, especially given all of the available options. Stadium - the House that Rockne Built. The lyrics were written by the Rev. Still, college is a place where you will learn how to think, write and read Charles L. O'Donnell, C.S.c., a 1906 graduate and ND's president from critically, as well as where you will receive a holistic sense of the vast 1928-1934. span of opportunities that are available to you. Choose a major that will fulfill you intellectually, and the rest will take care of itself. Look at Head Not1·e Dame, our Mothe1j Football Coach Charlie Weis (ND '78). How many football coaches do Tende1j st1·ong and t1"1le, you know that majored in speech and drama? P1·oudly in the heavens, Take advantage of Notre Dame. You'll be surprised how mucl~ it has to Gleams thy Gold and Blue. offer. Get to know your professors. They don't bite and can be valuable Glory's mantle cloaks thee, resources. Study hard, but don't let it deter you from getting out of the Golden is thy fame, library to experience campus events and meet lifelong friends. Enjoy the And OZtr hem"ts fo,"ever, traditions, and don't take anything for granted, because it all will go by Praise thee, Not1·e Dame; faster than you think.. 0 And our hea1"ts fo1·ever, Love thee, Notre Dame!

FRESHMAN ISSUE 2008 FRESHMAN ISSUE 2008 Why Notre Dame? Fight Song & Alma Mater A primer on Our Lady/s University The essential songs for life under the Dome

Scholastic Staff otre Dame i~ a unique place. It is in the middle of nowhere any incoming freshmen have the luxury of already having the Fight Nand seemingly archaic with· its single-sex dorms, parietals and M Song and the Alma Mater ingrained in their minds since birth. But unyielding Catholic identity. Yet, the vast majority of alums speak for many freshmen, the first time they hear these songs will be during so positively about their alma mater, not to mention the donations they their first pep rally or the opening school-wide Mass. Here, Scholastic gives you pour in. Many employers gush at the prospect of hiring Notre Dame an introduction to the lyrics that, by the time you graduate in 2012, you'll know students. So what is it about Notre Dame that makes it so special? as well as your own name. Notre Dame is technically a university, but it's more than just that. It is a place that strives to fulfill its goal to educate, not just the mind, but also the body and spirit. Although this aim may seem a bit lofty, if you "Notre Dame Victory March" let the university shape you, you will find yourself growing in more ways (The Fight Song) than just intellectually. Your four years under the Dome will give you Honored by college football as "the greatest of all college fight songs," the the ultimate college experience. There is no other place that offers the "Notre Dame Victory March" was written by two Notre Dame graduates combination of top-notch academics, high-profile athletics, stellar Campus - brothers Michael Shea, a priest, and John Shea, a monogram winner in baseball Ministry programs (and not just for Catholics), a gorgeous campus and a - in 1908. It was first performed on campus in the Main Building rotunda on tight-knit community that feels like family. Easter Sunday in 1909. (Hint: You really only need to know the chorus.) You'll find that Notre Dame is a demanding place. There will be plenty of parties and SYRs to attend, as well as more interhall sports opportunities Rally sons ofNotre Dame: than you can imagine. However, there will also be presentations to prepare Sing her glory and sound herfame, for, lO-page papers to turn in and some bickering with professors over your Raise her Gold and Blue Chorus: final grade. During the fall, you'll find that postponing your school work And cheer with voices true: Cheer, chee1·fo1· old Notre Dame, until the weekend will become a pointless exercise. Notre Dame football Rah, rah! for Notre Dame Wake up the echoes cheering her name, weekends will consume your life, period. There are so many things to We will fight in ev'ry game, Send a volley cheer on high, do, but seemingly so little time to do it all. Life at Notre Dam~ may be Strong ofheart and true to her name Shake down the thunder from the sky. overwhelming at times, but think of it as an opportunity to sharpen your We will ne'er forget her What though the odds be g1·eat or small time management skills. Think of it as a place that tests your ability to And will cheer her ever Old Not1"e Dame will win over all, have the boldness to say "no" in the right situations. If attending Notre Loyal to Notre Dame. While her loyal sons go marching Dame isn't exactly your dream come true, think of what a Notre Dame Onward to victory. education can provide for you. As an l,Illdergraduate, you might not be able to see the bigger picture of where your education will take you, but trust "Notre Dame, Our Mother" us - a Notre Dame degree will prepare you for the real world. (The Alma Mater) We live in a society that is driven by success, one that tempts many The Notre Dame Alma Mater is performed at the end of every football students to choose majors they think will lead to a big paycheck. But it game at Notre Dame Stadium, win orlose. It was composed in 1930 by Joseph is essential that you study what you care about. It is true that picking the J. Casasanta, a 1923 ND graduate, in honor of the dedication of Notre Dame right major can be difficult, especially given all of the available options. Stadium - the House that Rockne Built. The lyrics were written by the Rev. Still, college is a place where you will learn how to think, write and read Charles L. O'Donnell, C.S.c., a 1906 graduate and ND's president from critically, as well as where you will receive a holistic sense of the vast 1928-1934. span of opportunities that are available to you. Choose a major that will fulfill you intellectually, and the rest will take care of itself. Look at Head Not1·e Dame, our Mothe1j Football Coach Charlie Weis (ND '78). How many football coaches do Tende1j st1·ong and t1"1le, you know that majored in speech and drama? P1·oudly in the heavens, Take advantage of Notre Dame. You'll be surprised how mucl~ it has to Gleams thy Gold and Blue. offer. Get to know your professors. They don't bite and can be valuable Glory's mantle cloaks thee, resources. Study hard, but don't let it deter you from getting out of the Golden is thy fame, library to experience campus events and meet lifelong friends. Enjoy the And OZtr hem"ts fo,"ever, traditions, and don't take anything for granted, because it all will go by Praise thee, Not1·e Dame; faster than you think.. 0 And our hea1"ts fo1·ever, Love thee, Notre Dame!

FRESHMAN ISSUE 2008 FRESHMAN ISSUE 2008 ...... f~cholasticNews ScholasticNews If ...... Party Permit Ordinance r Jessica Farmwald and brought to the forefront the negative n the summer of 2007, the South Bend feelings that some South Bend community Campus Construction ICommon Council proposed a party members have toward the university and permit ordinance that threatened to curb its students. In her e-mails to the student Molly Slavin the wild-partying ways of the 20% of Notre body, Brown asked off-campus students to Dame students who live off campus each year. be respectful towards their neighbors. In hile most freshmen have probably dorm on Notre Dame's campus. Built for The building, which will be renamed Biol In early forms, the proposal mandated that September, the Community Campus Action been to Notre Dame at least male students, it is expected to house 153 W chini Hall, will include a massively extended anyone living in houses with two or more Coalition (CCAC) was formed in order to be once before the first day of their transfer upperclassman and 79 first year stu Kresge Law Library, new classrooms, offices unrelated residents would have to apply for a forum for discussion of campus-community freshman year, arriving for Frosh-O weekend dents for the 2008-2009 school year, with an and new space for the Notre Dame Law a permit 10 days in advance if they were relations. The CCAC includes students and may surprise even those who have come to overall capacity of 234 students. The three Review. The new building will expand from administrators from Notre Dame, Holy planning to host a party in which 25 or more football games since they were in diapers. story building is located on West Quad, its current place on South Quad all the way Cross College, Saint Mary's College and right next to McGlinn Hall. The dorm will people would have access to alcohol. . The 2007-2008 school year saw huge across DeBartolo Quad, with an arch in the Indiana University South Bend as well as not only have air conditioning and an eleva middle to accommodate pedestrian traffic. Then-Student Body President Liz Brown changes in the physical layout of Notre South Bend city representatives. tor (already a source of jealousy for many The campus expansion plan will continue and then-Vice President Maris Braun caught Dame's campus. Dubbed the "Campus At the CCAC's first meeting in February students living in older dorms) but a social beyond these two buildings to include more wind of the proposal. They spent the last of 2008, several council members noted a Master Plan," it is the university's strategy lounge, a study area, a kitchen and vending projects like aJACC expansion, a new science month of the summer attending Common decrease in the number of complaints due for adding to the already expansive campus machines in each of the dorm's six sections .. learning center and the aforementioned new Council meetings and working with South to loud student parties. The CCAC hopes of Our Lady's university. Duncan Hall is the first of four new dorms residence halls. The class of 2012, however, Bend Mayor Stephen Luecke and other city to maintain this trend by continuing to Begun in 2002, the Campus Master Plan Notre Dame intends to build over the next will be the first freshman class to have these officials to combat the ordinance that they foster dialogue between students and their includes such recently opened buildings as ten years. The new dorms will ease the on two completed buildings on campus for their felt unfairly targeted Notre Dame students. neighbors. Also, current Student Body Presi the Jordan Hall of Science and the DeBar campus housing crunch, and the university entire undergraduate experience. And as for Because most students were not in the dent Bob Reish and Vice President Grant tolo Performing Arts Center. However, this hopes to retain more juniors and seniors in the upperclassmen, we'll welcome the end South Bend area for the summer, Brown sent Schmidt's platform includes five different ambitious plan does not stop with what has on-campus accommodations by providing of the construction that blocked our path to e-mails to the entire student body to keep initiatives specifically aimed at improving more living options for them. everyone up to speed on the issue A Facebook already been created - in the works to open DeBartolo Hall and enjoy seeing what else community relations. 0 for the 2008-2009 school year are Duncan The Notre Dame Law School is currently springs up before our time at Notre Dame group created in opposition to the ordinance Hall and an expanded Notre Dame Law undergoing an enormous expansion, thanks comes to a close. 0 grew to over 2,300 members. School. to donor and trustee Robert F. Biolchini, The ordinance was eventually defeated Duncan Hall is soon to become the 28th who alone made a donation of $15 million. in the early fall of 2007. All of the drama only highlighted the tension between Notre Dame students and their neighbors, however, Silver Anniversary of the CSC Vanessa Adjei

he Center for Social Concerns (CSC), University of Notre Dame facilitates com students with a means to give input on T founded in 1983, celebrated its 25th munity-based learning, research and service the activities of the CSC. Applicants for anniversary this year. The CSC adds to informed by Catholic Social Tradition. VOICE are selected by existing members Through the Center, learning becomes of the advisory board. the character of service at the University of service to justice." The CSC is currently under construction. Notre Dame. Through programs spanning . The CSC is Notre Dame's service and The new building will also include the Insti the university's curriculum, the CSC works community-based learning center. The tute of Church Life, currently located in the to bridge the gap between students and the Center is involved with the South Bend Hesburgh Library. The building will be four wider Church community, thus, expanding community through relationships with stories with a' chapel, student library and the opportunities for students to participate about 50 local organizations. Notre Dame coffee house. It will reclaim its location near in their community by promoting social undergraduates have the opportunity to Hesburgh Library. 4:) consciousness. take community-based learning courses. The anniversary celebration featured a The CSC facilitates the placement of these theme of "solidarity." This focus demon students with various organizations that· strated a commitment to promoting the are in need of assistance. Also, it provides common good on Notre Dame's campus and similar services through community-based throughout the world. Mass was held at the research for local organizations. There Basilica of the Sacred Heart, and a lecture are also non-curricular based service pro was delivered by Archbishop Diarmuid grams. Martin of Dublin, Ireland. Notre Dame students are involved with According to its mission statement, the CSC. VOICE is the student advisory "The Center for Social Concerns of the bo~rd for the Center. VOICE provides

FRESHMAN ISSUE 2008 FRESHMAN ISSUE 2008 7 ...... f~cholasticNews ScholasticNews If ...... Party Permit Ordinance r Jessica Farmwald and brought to the forefront the negative n the summer of 2007, the South Bend feelings that some South Bend community Campus Construction ICommon Council proposed a party members have toward the university and permit ordinance that threatened to curb its students. In her e-mails to the student Molly Slavin the wild-partying ways of the 20% of Notre body, Brown asked off-campus students to Dame students who live off campus each year. be respectful towards their neighbors. In hile most freshmen have probably dorm on Notre Dame's campus. Built for The building, which will be renamed Biol In early forms, the proposal mandated that September, the Community Campus Action been to Notre Dame at least male students, it is expected to house 153 W chini Hall, will include a massively extended anyone living in houses with two or more Coalition (CCAC) was formed in order to be once before the first day of their transfer upperclassman and 79 first year stu Kresge Law Library, new classrooms, offices unrelated residents would have to apply for a forum for discussion of campus-community freshman year, arriving for Frosh-O weekend dents for the 2008-2009 school year, with an and new space for the Notre Dame Law a permit 10 days in advance if they were relations. The CCAC includes students and may surprise even those who have come to overall capacity of 234 students. The three Review. The new building will expand from administrators from Notre Dame, Holy planning to host a party in which 25 or more football games since they were in diapers. story building is located on West Quad, its current place on South Quad all the way Cross College, Saint Mary's College and right next to McGlinn Hall. The dorm will people would have access to alcohol. . The 2007-2008 school year saw huge across DeBartolo Quad, with an arch in the Indiana University South Bend as well as not only have air conditioning and an eleva middle to accommodate pedestrian traffic. Then-Student Body President Liz Brown changes in the physical layout of Notre South Bend city representatives. tor (already a source of jealousy for many The campus expansion plan will continue and then-Vice President Maris Braun caught Dame's campus. Dubbed the "Campus At the CCAC's first meeting in February students living in older dorms) but a social beyond these two buildings to include more wind of the proposal. They spent the last of 2008, several council members noted a Master Plan," it is the university's strategy lounge, a study area, a kitchen and vending projects like aJACC expansion, a new science month of the summer attending Common decrease in the number of complaints due for adding to the already expansive campus machines in each of the dorm's six sections .. learning center and the aforementioned new Council meetings and working with South to loud student parties. The CCAC hopes of Our Lady's university. Duncan Hall is the first of four new dorms residence halls. The class of 2012, however, Bend Mayor Stephen Luecke and other city to maintain this trend by continuing to Begun in 2002, the Campus Master Plan Notre Dame intends to build over the next will be the first freshman class to have these officials to combat the ordinance that they foster dialogue between students and their includes such recently opened buildings as ten years. The new dorms will ease the on two completed buildings on campus for their felt unfairly targeted Notre Dame students. neighbors. Also, current Student Body Presi the Jordan Hall of Science and the DeBar campus housing crunch, and the university entire undergraduate experience. And as for Because most students were not in the dent Bob Reish and Vice President Grant tolo Performing Arts Center. However, this hopes to retain more juniors and seniors in the upperclassmen, we'll welcome the end South Bend area for the summer, Brown sent Schmidt's platform includes five different ambitious plan does not stop with what has on-campus accommodations by providing of the construction that blocked our path to e-mails to the entire student body to keep initiatives specifically aimed at improving more living options for them. everyone up to speed on the issue A Facebook already been created - in the works to open DeBartolo Hall and enjoy seeing what else community relations. 0 for the 2008-2009 school year are Duncan The Notre Dame Law School is currently springs up before our time at Notre Dame group created in opposition to the ordinance Hall and an expanded Notre Dame Law undergoing an enormous expansion, thanks comes to a close. 0 grew to over 2,300 members. School. to donor and trustee Robert F. Biolchini, The ordinance was eventually defeated Duncan Hall is soon to become the 28th who alone made a donation of $15 million. in the early fall of 2007. All of the drama only highlighted the tension between Notre Dame students and their neighbors, however, Silver Anniversary of the CSC Vanessa Adjei

FRESHMAN ISSUE 2008 FRESHMAN ISSUE 2008 7 ...... ScholasticNews (~ ...... Learn Your Irish Vocabulary Michael O'Connor II~ !,...... , ~ AnTost:al: The Celtic festival of spring; a ! 0. Shag: O'Shauglinessy Hall, home of! SYR: Officially called a "theme dance," weeklong celebration hosted by the Student I theCollege of Arts and Letters. J "Screw Your Roommate" got its name from I Union Board with fun events for students. the legendary tradition of setting up one's r ' .'.., Pariet:als: Dorm visiting hours that roommate with a date from the Dogbook. Bengal Bout:s: Annual swdent-run, permit members of the opposite sex to b()xillg tourl}amept,that benefitsch~rity,· be present only during certain times of the day. I Quart:er Dogs: 25':cent hot dogs sold in I ! LaFortune sta~tingat midnight. _ 1

Reckers: A 24-hour restaurant located CORE COUNCIL behind South Dining Hall. FOR GAY & LESBIAN rResLife:. Office of Residence Life and.! Housing, the most despised compound 1 Iword on· ~ampus; it's .where you go if y()u ···1 Bookst:ore Basket:ball: The largest 5- ! break panetals -or any other rules. , .1 STUDENTS on-5 outdoor basketball tournamentin the • '". " ' . . .' <- - .j world, held on campus every spring. The Rock: Knute Rockne Memorial, an exercise facility on South Quad. Meet student members of the Core Council for Gay and Lesbian Students and find out more about resources C:oMo:The Cole11lan-MorseCenter, available to gay, lesbian, bisexual, and questioning students on the Notre Dame campus. which offers,study spa~eandfi6e pOp'corn andsoft'drinki;; , ' . The Core Council for Gay & Lesbian Students' 06,02/02000: Student parking lots, located near South Quad and North Quad, T ollchdown' J~sus: Officiall~ known as Welcomes the Class of 2012 respectively. ,'the WordofLifeNlilral, a famous ~~~aic Oll ! the south wall of th~ Hesburgh LIbrary:l We members of the Core Council are administrators and gay and lesbian students who are a resource in identifying the ongoing DART: The ~ysi:em ,by~1iich students', .1 needs of our gay, lesbian, and bisexual students. By implementing campus-wide educational programming on gay, lesbian and . iegi~tel" fc;f da,sses,No~ oriiri~ideND, bisexual issues, the Core Council strives to eliminate homophobia and make Notre Dame a place that accepts and prizes the ·it.gained·thenidcnilli1e,ffoIIl thldays of' T urt:le Creek ("TC"): Apartment uniqueness of all its students. tdep~blkr~gisttati~n:. ,', "c ,'. ' ,', complex formerly popular among ND .•'.', ':.":"-j.;',' ",,"'" . f~~~~~~~~,t:'!f~~!~~;lJ students; located very close to campus, it Oogbook: The photo directory of was hit hard by a local rioise ordinance, Notre Dame and St. Mary's freshmen; a The Shirt:: Worn by most students and but remains home to "Rally in the Alley," traditional aid for finding dates to dances. fans at football games; proceeds from sales a large party at the beginning and end of are used to fund many student activities the school year. '·'[)PAc::.,the:M~rie~p.i)eB'ar,t616: on campus. '.~~I~:1°~~f!a~tda:~~~i~~~t~:e~O~1~~'~ The Huddle: A convenience store located !~It~~t$~~i' in LaFortune Student Center. St:onehenge: War memorial fountain at Visit our web site at corecouncil.nd.edu the south end of North Quad; a popular location for many unofficial freshman The Core Council for Gay and Lesbian Students also sponsors: orientation activities. • Coffee & Conversation at the Co-Mo JACC ("Jack"): Joyce Athletic and • Green Room Convocation Center; home of basketball • Solidarity Sunday and hockey games and pep rallies . • CommUnity • NETWORK Sessions • StaND Against Hate Week WVFI: Student-run progressive radio [~~£I~I~!:~~~i~~~~i station located in LaFun . • Day of Silence .,.,.',: .1,:,." , ': :',"

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degree from the University of Illinois and undergraduate and graduate degrees BREY: Brey joined the Irish as the boy's a Master of Divinity from Notre Dame. He in English from Notre Dame, a second head basketball coach in July 2000 after later earned a doctorate in Christian ethics master's in theology while studying for the leaving the University of Delaware. He from the Graduate Theological Unidn in priesthood, and a doctorate in Christian made his excitement about coaching at Notre Berkeley, Calif. ethics from Vanderbilt University. He also Dame clear in his first press conference: "I've has received countless awards, including only been to South Bend twice before today, McGraw: Entering her 22nd season as the 22 honorary degrees. Malloy has served as road games when I was at Duke University," women's basketball coach, Muffet McGraw co-chair of the· subcommittee on college he said. "[I] left on the bus [... ] and drove is only the third person to head the women's drinking ofthe National Institute on Alcohol off this campus many times, [thinking,] 'I basketball program at Notre Dame. Over Abuse and Alcoholism (a component of the wonder if I could ever. be good enough to the past two decades, McGraw has led the National Institutes of Health) and chair of [coach] at a place like this.' All I can say is, Irish to an NCAA Championship in 2001, the National Commission on Substance wow, we're here." two Final Four appearances in 1997 and Abuse and Sports for the National Center And Brey has left his mark. In 2001, he led 2001, and six Sweet Sixteen trips, all in the on Addiction and Substance Abuse. the Irish to their first NCAA tournament

ake sure to look good and hard. character at Notre Dame. The discussion coordinator and special teams coach. last 11 seasons. appearance since 1990. He since has led the M The following faces belong to those centered around whether or not to allow Weis was greeted enthusiastically and McGraw draws from her own experiences HESBURGH: The Rev. Theodore team to four more tournament appearances, people that you, as a Notre Dame the continued presence of "The Vagina quickly achieved rock-star status on campus. on the court. She was a four-year starter at M. Hesburgh, C.S.C., (ND '39) served as including a trip to the Sweet 16 in 2003. student, should know. Monologues" and the Gay and Lesbian During his second year as head coach, Weis Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia, Notre Dame's 15th president from 1952 Earlier that season, Brey's Irish defeated JENKINS: In April 2004, the Rev. John Film Event on campus. Jenkins ultimately led the Notre Dame football team to an Pa. The 5-foot-6-inch point guard then to 1987, the longest tenure of any active three top-10 opponents, a first in Notre r. Jenkins, C.S.c., was elected the 17th decided not to prohibit these two events impressive 10-3 record and a place in the coached at a Catholic high school for two American university president. As president Dame history. Brey was named Big East president of Notre Dame by the board but to require discussion panels as a way to Sugar Bowl. After a dismal record of 3-9 years before joining the California Dreams, emeritus to the university (the position that Coach of the Year in 2007 and 2008. of trustees. He is the university's third encourage dialogue about the issues. in 2007, however, Weis will need to prove of the since-folded Women's Professional he currently holds), Hesburgh has played a Brey's career winning percentage in president since 1952. that he can carryon the winning tradition of Basketball League, for one season. pivotal role in developing several of Notre 12 years as an NCAA head coach is .640. Jenkins, 54, is a 1976 graduate of Notre WEIS: In December 2004, Charlie Weis Notre Dame football with his own recruits. McGraw has built the Irish women's Dame's academic institutes. Before coaching at Delaware and Notre Dame. He received a master's degree from was hired as the head football coach of the program into one of the most competitive in Perhaps Hesburgh's most distinguished Dame, Brey served as an assistant at Duke the university in 1978, and he also holds Fighting Irish, following the firing of Tyrone POORMAN: The Rev. Mark Poorman, the country, and she is not going anywhere contributions are those he has made to under Mike Krzyzewski and as head coach two degrees in philosophy from Oxford Willingham, who had served for three years C.S.c., is beginning his 10th year as vice else anytime soon. InJune 2008, she signed· national and international public service. He at prep powerhouse DeMatha High School University. as head coach. president of student affairs, a position a contract extension that leaves her at the has held 16 U.S. presidential appointments in Maryland. 0 Jenkins was ordained a Holy Cross priest Although Weis was not the university's in which he oversees several programs, helm of the Irish women through the involving many major social issues, including in 1983. He joined the Notre Dame faculty first choice, he fit the job description. Even including Campus Ministry, Student 2014-15 season. civil rights, peaceful uses of atomic energy, in 1990 as a professor in the Department before coaching his first game in blue and Activities, multicultural and international campus unrest, Third World development of Philosophy. From 1997 to 2000, Jenkins gold, he already had something in common student affairs, Notre Dame Security MALLOY: The Rev. Edward "Monk" and immigration reform. Among the served as the religious superior for the Holy with Irish legends Knute Rockne and Frank Police and the Office of Residence Life and Malloy, C.S.c., (ND '63, '67, '69) served recognitions that he has received are the Cross priests and brothers at Notre Dame. In Leahy - a Notre Dame diploma. In addition Housing (ResLife). When he accepted the his final term as the 16th president of Notre Congressional Gold Medal and the Medal 2000, he was named vice president and to his Class of 1978 ring, he has four Super position in April of 1999, pe said that his new Dame in 2004, a position that he had held of Freedom. associate provost of the university.. During Bowl rings from his 27-year coaching career. responsibilities gave him' a chap.ce to "serve since 1986. He also has served as a professor of "Father Ted" finds time to connect with the 2003-2004 school year, Jenkins was on Weis has studied the game from every [the] students," a task which he admits is "at theology since 1974. Malloy was remarkably students, often guest-lecturing in the sabbatical, serving as a visiting professor at z~ perspective and at every level. He began his once daunting and exciting." accessible for a university president, as he classroom and presiding over Mass in o the University of Chicago. career as a high school coach in New Jersey Prior to serving as vice president, Poorman conducts a freshman seminar each semester residence halls. His presence on campus ~ Jenkins made himself the subject of much before moving to the collegiate level with was an associate director of Campus Ministry, and resides in an undergraduate residence is ubiquitous; the library, center for o controversy two years ago when he initiated the University of South Carolina and from rector of Dillon Hall and a priest-in-residence hall. Several years ago, before a knee injury, international studies and the public service Io (/) a campus-wide discussion on the relationship there on to the NFL. Along the way, Weis in Grace Hall before it was converted into Malloy even played an occasional game program all bear his name. II~i1iiii~~eltw(~en academic freedom and Catholic worked as a defensive assistant, offensive offices. Poorman received his bachelor's of basketball with students. He received

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their rooms, which makes a desktop computer can make Ramen noodles, the quintessential an ideal choice. Most students find it easier college food. to bring a laptop computer to school. This Rooms no longer come equipped with land allows students more freedom when worlting line phones. For an extra fee, however, you can on papers or using the Internet, as they can get one for your room. A cellular phone has relocate to their hearts' desire. many advantages, often including free long There are many ways to connect to the distance service and increased mobility. Cell Internet in LaFortune Student Center and phones are one of the easiest ways to keep in Hesburgh Library if you bring a laptop. touch with family, old friends from home and These campus buildings and all the dorms new friends around campus. recently have been outfitted with wireless As far as wardrobe goes, there are a few Internet connections. You may want to bring must-haves. Don't forget warm clothing a wireless Internet card to make connecting for the infamously cold South Bend winter. convenient. Fornon-wireless computers, there You'll need a warm coat, gloves or mittens are standard ethernet jacks available around and a hat if you don't want to freeze. Bring a campus. Additionally, if you don't want to lug raincoat, umbrella or poncho for rainy walks a printer to campus, both color and black and to class and football games. Remember to white printers are available in the computer bring outfits and shirts in your dorm's color clusters. Every student is given $100 in their to show your spirit at pep rallies. Since most print quota at the .start of the school year; of the closets are small, you may want to buy black-and-white printing costs 10 cents per some plastic shelving containers, which are page. Color pages deduct 75 cents. cheap and practical. As far as entertainment goes, bring A swimsuit is a must for the mandatory swim whatever tickles your fancy. Many students test that all freshmen take at the beginning bring televisions for those much-needed of the year. Each dorm will have a couple study breaks. The dorms are equipped with of dances - both formal and semi-formal cable, but ifyou and your roommate are movie - each semester. Pack a fun dress or two or a addicts, you may want to bring a VCR or jacket or suit and tie for such occasions. DVD player. A CD player or iPod will provide Don't forget a camera to capture all the fun some musical variety. Get in touch with your memories you are about to experience willi the roommate to divvy up the more expensive football games, pep rallies and dorm evehts. Regina Gesicki items you'll share. Ifyour suitcases are stuffed, or if you fo~get Aside from West and Mod Quad dorms, something, do not worry. Although South t's time to begin that daunting task of while others have modular furniture, which and shampoo to and from the community most are without air conditioning. A fan may Bend may not be a buzzing metropolis, it does Ipacking. "Where do I start?" you ask. means you can bunk your bed on top of your bathrooms. A robe or large towel and shower come in handy for those hot nights at the have plenty of retail stores. The University Never fear. Whether you're a list-maker desk and wardrobe. Ifyour dorm does not have shoes (i.e., flip-flops) are also a necessity. . beginning and end of the school year. Park Mall is complete with a Macy's, Banana' or a bag-stuffer, Scholastic has the low-down modular furniture and you would like to loft As far as laundry goes, you can do it yourself One thing to remember is that microwaves Republic, Gap, Sephora, Express and many on dorm room necessities. When you arrive your bed, you can purchase a loft kit at a local or use St. Michael's Laundry Service. St. are not allowed in the dorm rooms. Most other stores. And if you absolutely must have on campus, don't be discouraged by the looks hardware store, such as Home Depot, when Michael's is an on-campus laundry service that floors in the dorms have a microwave in the your favorite teddy bear or your bottle cap of your room. While they come with the you arrive. will pick up your dirty clothes, wash them and common room for making popcorn or Easy collection, Mom and Dad are just a phone call standard desk, bed and closet, empty dorm Ifyou do not have a handyman moving you return them for a fee. Ifyou decide to do your Mac late at night. It might be a good idea to and a care package away. 0 quarters tend to resemble prison cells. Be sure in, store employees often will assemble a loft own laundry, most dorms have coin-operated bring a hot pot that will boil water so you to bring plenty of posters, pictures and even for a fee. Or, ifyou're feeling adventurous, you washers and dryers ($1.50 and $1.00 to wash and Christmas lights to spruce up the walls. Some can even try building your own from scratch. dry one load, respectively). Make sure to bring students buy rope lights or shamrock-shaped But remember to bring a toolbox. rolls of quarters, a laundry basket or bag to lights for school spirit. To make for a homier crib, you might want haul your duds to the laundry room, detergent, Most rooms have only a single overhead to bring a couch or futon. If space, money or stain remover and a drying rack for clothing light fixture and fluorescent lights over the transportation is a problem, canvas butterfly you'd rather not shrink. Also, if you do not sink, so floor lamps do wonders. You also will chairs or bean bag chairs are the way to go. want to lug those quarters around, you should want a desk lamp and maybe one small light You also may want carpet or rugs to cover think about purchasing Domer Dollars, which to clip onto your bed for late-night reading the hard floor, which can get very cold to are credited to your student card. As an added before you doze off to sleep. walk on in the winter. A carpet sale takes incentive, each load ?f laundry is 25 cents Speaking of sleeping, the beds do not UI place on campus at the Stepan Center during cheaper using the "dollars." UI c:: come with linens, so make sure you bring c:: :I Freshman Orientation weekend, and usually One of the most important decisions will :I '!:; some bedding - sheets, blankets, pillows, !:; :I you can find the right fit for your room at be wheth~r or not to bring a computer and, :I U U u comforters for the cold winters, etc. - the campus sale. Room dimensions vary, and if so, whether to use a desktop or a laptop. If u whatever will make you feel comfortable. some can be found on the Office of Residence 55 you choose to leave your computei'at home, :5 o~ Body pillows are great for lying on the floor Life and Housing Web site. (Visit http;llorlh. o I you can use one in a computer cluster on I U U) and studying. nd.edu.) U campus. However, some students prefer to U) Some dorms have beds that can be bunked, Pack a shower caddy to tote your soap write papers and e-mails from the comfort of

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elcome to your new dorm room. You both have the opportunity to make your but have pizza and watch a movie together WBehind your door you will find a living situation as comfortable as possible. every once in a while. At the very least, you'll bed, a desk and a roommate. Have have a comrade to join you as you head to the a good year! Kindred Spirits dining hall those first few nights or to throw It may be true that some universities house You may move in on your first day, meet a Frisbee on the quad with after class. gigantic supercomputers that match each incoming freshman with a roommate of your roommate and pledge your eternal You'll get to meet all of your roommate's compatible sleeping and study habits, as well friendship to him or her within an hour. Or friends, and you can introduce him or her to as similiar musical and neatness preferences. the engagement may take a couple weeks. In yours. Failing to achieve communal nirvana Alas, at Notre Dame there is no such either case, count yourself among the lucky in your own room will send you down the hall, system. Roommate pairings are randomly few ifyou find a best friend in your roommate. to another floor or to another dorm for your selected, and you will not receive any sort You'll both love Kanye West and hate country. best friends. The more effort you make, the of personality questionnaire that will be fed You'll own the same color of shower sandals, more people you'll meet, and the more likely into a supercomputer to match you to your and you'll have more fun playing in the box you are to make those lifelong friends. dream roommate. your Gateway was shipped in than actually But fear not. The indiscriminate process of the Office of Residence Life and Housing using the computer. Within a month, you'll It Wasn't Meant to Be is not without its merits. For many of you, know each other inside and out. Sadly, some roommates just don't get along. college will be your first experience living in While rare, this situation is certainly You may verbally argue on several room the same room with another human being. possible. Always having your best friend related points, or your roommate could be so Even for those who currently share rooms around you adds to your comfort level, and inconsiderate that you actually look forward with siblings, your dorm situation will be you'll likely meet people together and share to parietals. Whatever the case may be, don't much different. It is no longer feasible, for a good number of friends. Beware, though. hesitate to ask your RA for advice. The worst example, to resolve every disagreement with a Don't box yourself in during Freshman rooming situations can warrant room changes, punch in the arm or relentless teasing. While Orientation weekend. Use it as a chance to but this scenario is rare. the resident assistant (RA) is there to help you aL&o vi&it with your problems, you'll find that banging meet as many fellow students as possible. On the bright side; you will have an on the wall and constant finger-pointing Remember to be your own person and, for especially strong impetus for making friends will get you nowhere. Rarely, however, will a goodness' sake, don't pass up a chance to outside the room and a good reason to get "LEGENDS situation arise which needs more than a little play volleyball with your brother-sister dorm involved in extracurricular activities. Don't @ F N OTR.E DAM E heart-to-heart talk. because you and your roommate are busy let the person you share a room with taint Rooming with a complete stranger is a - RES-IAURANT & ALEHOUSE PUB battling it out on the Xbox. your overall college experience. unique opportunity. Despite Notre Dame's unsystematic approach, you'll find that you I'm OK, You're OK Chances are, despite your assigned are more adaptable to dealing with a shared This may be the most common situation for - roommate, your first year at Notre Dame will room than you may think. What's more, the amount of influence you currently have on roommates. There is absolutely nothing wrong be among the greatest of your life. Take heart CAtt r9cMt the matter is, well, none. Fretting about your with not asking your first-year roommate to in the fact that your future roommate has the future roomie is a waste of your precious be best man or maid ofhonor at your wedding. same reservations you might have about living summer time, so don't lose sleep over it. In this instance, your roommate is nice, with someone you've never met. To ensure The spectrum of roommate relations considerate, relatively neat and gives you your a good year, be yourself, be considerate and, can be divided into three simple categories. space. Whatever his or her personality may be, perhaps most important of all, keep your mess Note: Remember that your roommate-to-be is it's not difficult to live with this person. ~n this confined to your side of the room. 0 food.nd.edu probably reading this same thing right now. scenario, you'll both make friends of your own NOTRE DAME FOOD SERVICES FRESHMAN ISSUE 2008 15 ...... • ScholasticCulture @...... Perfect

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Sorin College include Knute invites a date to the Chicks' signature dance, Rockne, George Gipp and the Lewis Crush, which ends the week of Moose Krause. activities. The names of the Chicks' chosen dates are announced in an ad in the Observer, Walsh: Not to be confused the university newspaper. The building served Peter Hadley & Jessica Farmwald with Welsh Fam, Walsh as housing for nuns until 1975 and is famous Hall was named for Notre for their patio and accompanying covered Everyone knows Notre Dame's sixth president, who walkway. Lewis was named the 2007-2008 is credited with instituting Women's Hall of the Year. Dame has a long history of the university's first intercollegiate football team. St. Edward's: St. Ed's is the oldest campus tradition, but few besides The Wild Women host the building now used as a dorm, although it Walsh Wild Week in the fall, didn't become a residence hall until 1929. It is alumni and students are Sorin College: The Rev. Edward "Monk" a series of competitive and not-so-competitive the only residence hall listed in the National Malloy, C.S.c., former university president, events. It culminates in the Mr. ND Pageant Register of Historic Places. The Gentlemen familiar with the traditions lives in this men's dorm, the oldest residence and the Walsh Hall Fall Frolic. Walsh also of St. Edward's Hall, or the Stedsmen, began hall on campus. It became a "college" in the hosts Football 101, a popular question and a tradition of wearing kilts to football pep of its residence halls. Read 1960s when the Otters seceded from the answer session with players from the football rallies. St. Ed's holds an annual event called university to protest Notre Dame's stance team. Founders Week which includes a 2-on-2 on for a brief introduction on the Vietnam War. Sorin hosts an off basketball tournament and a charity shootout. color talent show during one home football Lewis: Lewis is the largest women's dorm All proceeds from Founders Week go to a to some of these time weekend each year. Rubbing the right foot on campus, and its residents, the Chicks, charitable cause. St. Ed's has an end-of-the on the statue of Father Sorin at the main participate in the 5K Chicken Run to kick off year dance on a yacht in Chicago. It is also honored events - from the entrance brings good luck. Past residents of their spirit week. Each resident anonymously home to a weekly Spanish Mass. charitable to the bizarre. north

first pep rally each year, the . They also put on an Iron Grill contest where west men of Zahm perform the contestants from each dorm compete to grill Torquemada (a ceremony the best steak. Every spring they host the mysteriously kept under Benefit Bash, a late-night event, with proceeds wraps). In true fraternity supporting an orphanage in Chile. spirit, most members of the Keough: The Kangaroos dance floor. All proceeds benefit Our Lady of dorm insist on calling their Farley: Farley Hall, located next to North put on the annual Keough Hungary Catholic Parish and School. home "Zahm House" instead Dining Hall, has been a women's dorm since Chariot Race. Each dorm of Zahm Hall. Notre Dame went co-ed in 1972. Pop Farley builds its own chariot to .O'Neill: Built as the first male residence Cavanaugh: The women of Cavanaugh have week is perhaps the best-known event of the win fame, Ben-Hur style. hall on West Quad in 1996, O'Neill has been an annual weekend in the spring during which Keenan: Named the 2007-2008 Men's Hall Finest. This celebration, which culminates with For their White Wedding home to some of the most active and rowdy dads become dates for a dance at the College of the Year, Keenan is connected to Stanford a dance, features a different fun activity for the Dance - with themes such men on campus ever since. Known as "The Football Hall of Fame or moms come in for a Hall by the Chapel of the Holy Cross. The Finest and their dates each day of the week. as "Pirates" and "Mafia" Angry Mob," the men of O'Neill show their brunch. Which parent comes alternates each Keenan Knights distinguish themselves with Welsh Family: Welsh Fam is home to - the men of Keough nominate one 'Roo dorm pride at pep rallies and at signature year. Every winter, they also put on a spirit their signature event, the wildly successful Breen-Phillips: The Babes of BP raise the Whirlwinds and is traditionally a sports from each section to compete for the title of events, such as the Miss ND Pageant. O'Neill week leading up to their Snow Ball, a formal Keenan Revue. The revue is a three-night money each year for diabetic patients with powerhouse on campus. The easternmost Captain Keough. Keough, partnered with co-sponsors an event with Lyons called dance held in LaFortune StUdent Center. This show that the Knights put on every February. A -their Meal Auction. Students and faculty residence hall on West Quad organizes one of Welsh Fam, is known for dominating Late "Recess" - a number of playground games past spring, the Chaos hosted their annual sellout crowd attends this collection of original members bid to eat with campus celebrities the more unique events on campus: the Welsh UI Night Olympics, a night of competitions for and Ring-Pops and candy necklaces bring Dance-a-thon as a fundraiser for Hannah and student comedy. Keenan is also host to a huge who have volunteered for the event, such as UI 0:: 0:: ::I Family Feud, a game-show style competition charity among the halls. students back to their middle-school years. Friends, a foundation that works with children mud volleyball tournament in the spring. former university president Father Hesburgh ::I !:i that pits dorms against each other, part of !:i ::I with autism. The foundation was started by and former Notre Dame running back ::I U U u a spirit week full of events centered around McGlinn: The Shamrocks of McGlinn Duncan: In the hopes of relieving resident Head Football Coach Charlie Weis. Stanford: The men of Stanford live and Washington Redskin Reggie Brooks. u ~ dorm pride. West Quad boasts the newest are best known for hosting Casino Night, overcrowding, Duncan Hall, currently under directly across the quad from North Dining In the late winter or early spring, Breen o dorms on campus, the only residence halls an evening of gambling and games. Students construction, will be a men's dorm opening Zahm: Themostinfamous dorm on campus, Hall. The Griffins once were known as the Phillips provides relief from the cold with its ~o I I U on campus other than Mod Quad to have u en can buy raffle tickets and place bets with in the fall of 2008. Zahm transforms its incoming freshmen into Studs, but changed their mascot in tribute to Beach Week. en fake money or display their moves on the loyal, mischievous Zahmbies. Before the former rector, the Rev. Robert Griffin, C.S.c.

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race on St. Mary's Lake. In St. Vincent de Paul Society. the fall the Green Wave holds a 50-hour roof-sit, during Howard: The ladies of Howard put on a which students from around marshmallow roast to celebrate the first snowfall campus take turns sitting on ofthe school year (arguably the only time that the . Fisher's roof for charity. Plus, arrival of snow is welcomed). Room decorations Joe Montana lived there. are a big deal for the Ducks, as they compete against each other in an annual Parade ofRooms. Pangborn: Pangborn sits Every fall they host t.he Howard Hoedown, a Alumni: Conveniently located at the in on the far west end of South Quad. It hosts Phoxy country western-themed dance to kick off the tersectionof God Quad and South Quad and Facts (a trivia contest) and a 3-on-3 volleyball school year. known to its residents as "The Center of the tournament in the spring. It also is the site for A Universe," Alumni is home to the Dawgs. Each Life Uncommon, a group that meets regularly Badin: The home of the Bullfrogs is the spring, the Dawgs host Wake Week, an event to help students deal with eating disorders. Pan s~cond-oldest dorm at Notre Dame. In the steeped in tradition and shrouded in mystery. gborn hosts the Phox Phire, a bonfire where the spring, the women of Badin host a campus Alumni's biggest rival is its neighbor, Dillon. effigies ofthe mascots ofopposing football teams wide karaoke and dance competition, the Badin The rivalry is re-ignited with Rivals Week, are ceremoniously burned. Breakdown. Their scores from the first round during which Alumni and Dillon compete in qualify them for a chance to spin the karaoke different sports competitions. Lyons: Easily recognized by its famous arch "Wheel of Death" to compete for gift certifi overlooking St. Mary's Lake, this women's dorm cates at local restaurants. Dillon: The largest dorm on campus, housing sponsors the Mara Fox Fun Run every fall in over 350 students, Dillon was voted Hall of the honor of a freshman resident killed by a drunk Carroll: Overlooking St. Mary's Lake from Century. Its signature event is the Dillon Pep driver in 1993. Money raised from the event goes the west edge of campus, Carroll Hall offers a Rally, which is held before the first home football to a student scholarship fund. Lyons also hosts a beautiful view.. The Vermin enjoy a close-knit game. The Pep Rally satirizes life at ND and beach-themed dance each fall. environment as Carroll has the fewest residents includes keynote speakers and ND cheerleaders. of any dorm. "A Carroll Christmas" features The Big Red also hold the Stache Bash in the Morrissey Manor: The building isn't just a tree-lighting ceremony and performances spring. The Dillonites all grow mustaches to raise its residents' home, it's also their mascot, the by university choirs. The hall's "GO IRISH'' money for charity in anticipation of a dance. Manor. Morrissey is the second largest men's banner is made with 80 bed sheets and 10,000 dorm on campus. Each fall, the men of Mor staples. If you've been assigned to Carroll, a Fisher: You'll know Fisher by the gigantic rissey host the Tomati~a, a food fight festival bike is a must, unless you want to be late to green 'F' on the building. Every spring, Fisher based on an annual event held in the Valencia class every day; this dorm is located'farthest i~iiB~~l)~U; the Fisher Regatta, a campus-wide boat region of Spain. The event raises money for the from the rest of campus. 0

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Knott: At pep rallies, the intradorm event, fosters inter-section competi Juggerknotts can be easily tions and ends in a dance. One girl from the spotted in their orange and winning section is crowned Queen. blue attire. Each spring, they hold Knott on the Knoll, an Pasquerilla East: PE is the home of the afternoon of free food and Pyros and the Pasquerilla East Musical Com entertainment from campus pany (a.k.a. PEMCo), which stages a complete bands. Knott also hosts the musical every February. The troupe's history Justin Brumbaugh Basketball includes productions of "Godspell," "Guys Tournament in honor of a and Dolls," "Damn Yankees" and "Footloose." Siegfried: The Ramblers of Siegfried former resident who died in his senior year. The This past year's play was "Kiss Me, Kate." PE compete annually against Knott in the Flan Juggerknotts had the honor of being named the is also proud of its annual intradorm event, the nel' Cup, a week's worth of events including 2007-2008 Hall of the Year. PyrOlympics. The sections compete against tug-o-war matches, arm wrestling and relay each other in relay races and costume contests, races. The week culminates with a dance co Pasquerilla West: Nicknamed PW or P among other events. PE is unique because its sponsored by the two men's dorms. Siegfried Dub, this dorm is home to the Purple Weasels. first through fourth floors are numbered five also sponsors the annual Rambler Scrambler, In 1981, Pasquerilla West was the first dorm through eight, in order to differentiate it from a putt-putt tournament where sections in the built specifically for women at the University Pasquerilla West. dorm construct each hole of the course. ofNotre Dame. In the spring, Queen Week, an south race on St. Mary's Lake. In St. Vincent de Paul Society. the fall the Green Wave holds a 50-hour roof-sit, during Howard: The ladies of Howard put on a which students from around marshmallow roast to celebrate the first snowfall campus take turns sitting on ofthe school year (arguably the only time that the . Fisher's roof for charity. Plus, arrival of snow is welcomed). Room decorations Joe Montana lived there. are a big deal for the Ducks, as they compete against each other in an annual Parade ofRooms. Pangborn: Pangborn sits Every fall they host t.he Howard Hoedown, a Alumni: Conveniently located at the in on the far west end of South Quad. It hosts Phoxy country western-themed dance to kick off the tersectionof God Quad and South Quad and Facts (a trivia contest) and a 3-on-3 volleyball school year. known to its residents as "The Center of the tournament in the spring. It also is the site for A Universe," Alumni is home to the Dawgs. Each Life Uncommon, a group that meets regularly Badin: The home of the Bullfrogs is the spring, the Dawgs host Wake Week, an event to help students deal with eating disorders. Pan s~cond-oldest dorm at Notre Dame. In the steeped in tradition and shrouded in mystery. gborn hosts the Phox Phire, a bonfire where the spring, the women of Badin host a campus Alumni's biggest rival is its neighbor, Dillon. effigies ofthe mascots ofopposing football teams wide karaoke and dance competition, the Badin The rivalry is re-ignited with Rivals Week, are ceremoniously burned. Breakdown. Their scores from the first round during which Alumni and Dillon compete in qualify them for a chance to spin the karaoke different sports competitions. Lyons: Easily recognized by its famous arch "Wheel of Death" to compete for gift certifi overlooking St. Mary's Lake, this women's dorm cates at local restaurants. Dillon: The largest dorm on campus, housing sponsors the Mara Fox Fun Run every fall in over 350 students, Dillon was voted Hall of the honor of a freshman resident killed by a drunk Carroll: Overlooking St. Mary's Lake from Century. Its signature event is the Dillon Pep driver in 1993. Money raised from the event goes the west edge of campus, Carroll Hall offers a Rally, which is held before the first home football to a student scholarship fund. Lyons also hosts a beautiful view.. The Vermin enjoy a close-knit game. The Pep Rally satirizes life at ND and beach-themed dance each fall. environment as Carroll has the fewest residents includes keynote speakers and ND cheerleaders. of any dorm. "A Carroll Christmas" features The Big Red also hold the Stache Bash in the Morrissey Manor: The building isn't just a tree-lighting ceremony and performances spring. The Dillonites all grow mustaches to raise its residents' home, it's also their mascot, the by university choirs. The hall's "GO IRISH'' money for charity in anticipation of a dance. Manor. Morrissey is the second largest men's banner is made with 80 bed sheets and 10,000 dorm on campus. Each fall, the men of Mor staples. If you've been assigned to Carroll, a Fisher: You'll know Fisher by the gigantic rissey host the Tomati~a, a food fight festival bike is a must, unless you want to be late to green 'F' on the building. Every spring, Fisher based on an annual event held in the Valencia class every day; this dorm is located'farthest i~iiB~~l)~U; the Fisher Regatta, a campus-wide boat region of Spain. The event raises money for the from the rest of campus. 0

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YOUR GUIDE TO Scholastic choice: BENGAL BOUTS provides all the necessary gear and training for Notre Dame Activities Night and the Dillon The 76-year-old Bengal Bouts boxing participants of all levels of experience. Hall Pep Rally. tournament offers an opportunity for men I with varying levels of experience to compete EQUESTRIAN TEAM MEN'S WATER POLO to raise money for Holy Cross Missions The club takes weekly lessons at stables This club team is consistently one of the in Bangladesh. If you are into boxing and located about 15 minutes from campus. top performers in the Midwest. With the happen to be female, check out the Women's Riders of all levels are welcome to join and official season in the fall, team members AT NOTRE DAME Boxing Club. do not need to own a horse. Throughout the travel to places such as Florida for their more Whether you want to continue your involvement in student government or meet other Domers who share your year, the team participates in competitions relaxed spring season. Notre Dame also has a WOMEN'S RUNNING CLUB sponsored by the Intercollegiate Horse Show Women's Water Polo Team. love of horseback riding, Notre Dame has a club for everyone. Take a look at a few of your choices •.• This running club offers women of all levels Association. the chance to get in shape and learn more FIGURE SKATING CLUB Michael O'Connor about running. They compete in road races in SAILING CLUB Founded in 1999 and recognized as the the area and sponsor two big events: the Holy Their practices are held on St. Joe Lake athletic club of the year for 2001-2002, the Half Marathon and the Relay for Life, on on campus and at another nearby lake in team skates against varsity and club teams, ---.--~'-'------'----~'---" ------·--l campus races that raise money for charity. Michigan. Members race throughout the and they have competed for two national [. - ______1 ACAD_E_M--'-IC._---'-_~ Midwest and the nation. championships, achieving eighth place in Scholastic choice: SKI CLUB 2000 and seventh in 2002. SIBC NDESIGN ENTREPRENEUR CLUB Members compete in both giant slalom and POMSQUAD One of the largest student organizations This club gives members the opportunity to A group ofindividuals who plan to start or have slalom events in Michigan, Wisconsin and This group of 14 women from Notre Dame FIELD HOCKEY TEAM at Notre Dame, the Student International explore the world of graphic design through already started their own businesses, the "E Canada. and Saint Mary's is dedicated to enhancing the The team was formed three years ago to Business Council (SIBC) is the only one of speakers, field trips and various internships. Club" travels to national conferences, sponsors spirit ofNotre Dame through the performance offer both men and women of all skill levels its kind in the nation. Open to all majors, campus speakers, provides internships and job CLIMBING CLUB of dance routines. The Porn Squad performs a chance to participate. The team practices the SIBC is dedicated to providing students PRE-PROFESSIONAL CLUBS opportunities for club members and prepares Sponsors rock-climbing trips to places at pep rallies, basketball halftimes and four days a week in the spring and fall and competes against other teams in the area. with real-world professional experience and These include Pre-Law, Dental, Veterinary members to write business plans and compete like the Red River Gorge in Kentucky and campus-wide and dorm functions such as the international development. Every summer, and Medicine; they bring guest speakers and in competitions. the SIBC sends dozens of students around the admissions representatives from post-graduate world on international summer internships schools to campus and provide resources to INVESTMENT CLUB and teaching positions. learn more about the fields of study. It provides students of all majors with the opportunity to manage an investment ANTHROPOLOGY CLUB SOCIETY OF WOMEN ENGINEERS portfolio of over $300,000 of real money. As a club within a major, it aims to establish This club fosters a sense of community Weekly presentations, discussions and Scholastic choice: connections between students and faculty among women in engineering through social semester trips to the Chicago Board of UNIVERSITY BANDS applications ofVeeJitsu RyuJujitsu and Chung THE DOME YEARBOOK within the department. activities, career aid, service and academic Trade make this club vital for establishing They include the marching band, several Do Kwan Tae Kwon Do. Students who begin Always looking for wri ters and photographers support. connections. concert bands, jazz bands and brass and as freshmen can reach the rank of black belt in to help with spreads, the Dome is an all-color percussion ensembles. Tryouts for the bands both arts by the end of their junior year. publication. The time commitment is very are open to all students, undergraduate and flexible, and although experience helps, it is ',,' ,~. ..<....• :..... -d~~T:77:--;W~7-...- ... ·-:-·;-.····~·~.I graduate, who are enrolled at Notre Dame, FARLEY PLAYERS, ST. ED'S HALL .!2:.'"".. ...:..:...--'-'-.:...... ;-'--'-.....;..."""-"...;....._....;..~~_~~---'-'-'-____ _ not necessary. Saint Mary's and Holy Cross. PLAYERS AND PASQUERILLA EAST Scholastic choice: MUSICAL PLAYERS BAGPIPE BAND ITALIAN AND GERMAN CLUBS for local grade school students to barbeques HAWAII CLUB SWING 'CLUB A few dorms sponsor groups that put on No prior experience is necessary, as new These two are just a few of the many culturaV on campus. Works to share the culture of Hawaii through Members meet weekly for two hours of "East student theater and musical productions each members are provided free bagpipes for four various social and educational activities, language clubs on campus. The Italian Club's Coast" swing lessons and dance time. The class year. years and given lessons. The band performs activities include opportunities to practice LAALIANZA including a luau each spring. This club is open on football weekend mornings in full dress to all students. . is geared toward beginning dancers, but there speaking Italian, cooking classes, trips to One of the largest cultural clubs on campus, are student instructors who work privately to ND-8 (i.e. kilts), as well as at other university and dorm events, particularly around St. Patrick's Chicago's Italian neighborhood and Italian it was formed about five years ago when challenge and teach intermediate and advanced Sparked by Notre Dame's Millenium Day. operas in Chicago. The German Club's two several other groups merged. It educates TEXAS CLUB dancers. Development Goals, this group works to yearly highlights are Ok"domer"fest and a trip and entertains students through programs An outlet for ND Texans to celebrate and petition goverments to end extreme poverty. learn about Texas pride and culture. The club to Chicago's famed Christkindlmarkt. that include Hispanic Heritage Month COLLEGE DEMOCRATS & SUSTAINED DIALOGUE sponsors various social activities and campus Celebrations and the Latino Formal. COLLEGE REPUBLICANS GLEE CLUB An all-inclusive group that works to related events, as well as recently helping to w WABRUDA These groups hope to raise political awareness improve race relations and interaction c:: bring coup.try artist and Texan Pat Green to Notre Dame's all-male choir has a strong :J This is a relatively new club for Mrican ASIAN AMERICAN ASSOCIATION and participation among university students. fraternal atmosphere and focuses on vocal at Notre Dame, it encourages increased ~ campus for a concert. :J American males on campus. Part support This club celebrates Asian-American heritage Members also campaign for local candidates. technique and style. The group performs on communication between different racial and U cultural groups through informal weekly u group and part leadership organization, through fellowship, service and events that campus and travels in the U.S. and abroad. ~ Wabruda's events range from professional showcase the unique values of various Asian small group meetings and special events. S MARTIAL ARTS INSTITUTE o I development workshops to a "Brain Bowl" cultures. This club teaches the unique techniques and U U)

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With an unbeatable location, eco-friendly Scholastic choice: policies, and newly renovated rooms, you'll find THE BASILICA GROUPS BAPTIST COLLEGIATE MINISTRY CAMPUS MINISTRY RETREATS The Basilica of the Sacred Heart has a number An organization open to all Christian traditions, Notre Dame offers many retreats, including yourself inn luck, inn good company, and inn style. of ministries open to new members. Their it focuses on fellowship, faith-sharing and the Freshman Retreat, which is geared choirs include the Folk Choir, the Liturgical Christian living. They hold weekly Bible study . toward the issues and experiences of early college life. There are opportunities to lead Choir, the Women's Liturgical Choir and the meetings, church visi1:!>, retreats, shared meals retreats as upperclassmen, as well as to attend Handbell Choir. The Basilica is always looking and other activities. the popular NDE (Notre Dame Encounter for new readers, Eucharistic ministers and with Christ). altar servers. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS _ A Catholic men's organization focused on FOUR:7 IRON SHARPENS IRON service to the community and loyalty to A Catholic faith group based on small group This interdenominational, student-led Bible the Church, the Notre Dame chapter is sharing and larger worship sessions, they study group seeks to faster solid Christian dedicated to the principles of the nationwide offer retreats and speakers to add to the faith experience. relationships and to challenge and encourage order through many activities, including their Visit ivycourt.com today to check out our students to grow in their f~ith through Steak Sales, which raise $40,000 annually for fellowship, praise and worship, Biblical charity. new look and make a reservation! teaching and prayer.

Scholastic choice: STUDENT GOVERNMENT wide events like movies and concerts. Each FLIPSIDE Student government includes class councils class has a council that also plans events. Many This is a student-run organization whose that plan events for each class, the Hall of the candidates each year for student council purpose is to program weekend events that Presidents' Council, a Student Senate with president are former SUB officers. Joining do not involve alcohol, such as bowling, IVY COURT INN & SUITES members el~cted from each dorm and the SUB is a great way to get involved in student ice-skating and trips to Chicago. The events Executive Staff. Student Government is the . government during freshman year. are open to all students and aim to provide best way for student voices to be heard and for alternatives to drinking on campus. 0 student-planned events and ideas to become JUDICIAL COUNCIL realities. Judicial C;::ouncil provides peer advocates to students facing disciplinary hearings in the SUB Office of Residence Life and Housing. Student Union Board (SUB) plans campus-

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ometime during the semester, the Sdining hall's spicy sea nuggets will send THE VINE ROCCO'S RESTAURANT you running, or crawling, off campus Location: 103 W. Colfax (Corner of Location: 537 N. st. Louis Blvd. to the nearest eating establishment. Or Michigan and Colfax) Prices: Pizza starts at $7 perhaps late-night Reckers just isn't making Prices: Main courses range from $8 to $15 Rocco's has been a Notre Dame staple your sweetie feel special enough. Better yet, Looking for a restaurant that is perfect for many years. All the decorations herald maybe the parents are in town and want for a date, dinner with the family or a casual Notre Dame traditions and victories past to fulfill their biological duty to feed you. evening with friends? The Vine, in downtown and present. It is close to campus, so students Whatever the reason, getting off campus South Bend, has a great atmosphere and even can be found enjoying the excellent (and every now and then will keep your tastebuds better food. For your main course, try one of inexpensive) pizza on almost any night. in better shape. We propose visiting some of several delicious pasta dishes, with or without Though most people do go for the pizza, the the following venues to satiate your deepest meat. The dessert menu changes every day, pre-meal antipasto is not to be missed. culinary hankerings. and the wine list is extensive. Best of all, nothing at The Vine is very expensive. EllA'S MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE THE WHITEHOUSE DINER Location: 111 Dixieway North (Route 31) ("FAT SHIRLEY'S") CJ'S PUB Prices: Appetizers range from $1.50 to $4 Location: Corner of Mishawaka and Location: 417 North Michigan Street Entrees range from $6 to $10 Twyckenham Prices: Burger platters from $6.45 to Most newcomers - and current students Prices: Meals range from $2 to $5 $10.95 - are surprised at the diversity that South The atmosphere is smoky and the food is C]'s Pub is famous for one thing: its Bend can offer: diversity of food, that is. greasy, but man is it good. The Whitehouse burgers. They are enormous, delicious, One Lebanese family operating an ethnic Diner, nicknamed "Fat Shirley's" after a prepared to order and can be topped with restaurant doesn't exactly mark a boom in the former waitress' girth, is the place to be BBQ sauce, Canadian bacon, grilled onions city's cultural demographic, but it does make after parietals have taken effect and Recker's and four types of cheese. Their projector for interesting eating. Appetizers include becomes a little too played out. The food screen and excessive ND paraphernalia hummus, baba ghannouge and grape-leaf is cheap, off of a classic diner menu, and add to the experience. It's crowded on rolls. Main courses are healthy and most breakfast is the house specialty, served all football weekends, but it's a fantastic way to frequently contain rice, chicken and beans. day and all night (the diner is open 24 hours). experience great food and the ND culture. Desserts, like everything else, are homemade Note: Avoid anything labeled "stew." and perfectly complement the coffee. Also, Elia's is cheap, making it a great eat for those MIKADO on a tight budget. LA ESPERANZA Location: 402 Dixieway North (Route 31) Location: 1636 North Ironwood Prices: Dinners range from $6 to $16 LULA'S CAFE Prices: Traditional Mexican food from $8 Either sit at a conventional table or up to $12 at the teppanyaki counter wher.e the chef Location: 1631 Edison Road An authentic Mexican Restaurant, La will prepare your food right in front of you. Prices: Coffee from $2 to $5, food from Esperanza serves up fresh and delicious This Japanese restaurant is popular with $3 to $7 Mexican originals and favorites, from students and South Bend residents alike. Its Lula's Cafe is located just off campus, tacos and gorditas to sizzling fajitas. With relaxed atmosphere is fine for family dining making it a popular study spot and hangout southwestern decor and music, it has a real or a date. If you like darker meat, we highly for students. The coffee is always fresh, and Mexican feel. Try it out if you are looking recommend the sukiyaki steak. If you like the specials change daily. Try one of Lula's for a more traditional "south of the border" sushi, come here to get it fresh. The menu seasonal offerings or go for one of the cafe's experience than dining hall quesadillas. includes items like octopus and barbequed new twists on old favorites, such as the Brie eel for more adverturous eaters. Relatively grilled cheese. Take some time to check out the inexpensive, Mikado is fun for a quick break eclectic decor as you enjoy your meal. 0 from ~ampus dining fare.

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Led by quarterback The team, however, will have to overcome the loss ofsome key senior Dayne Crist and wide receiver Michael Floyd, the 2008 recruiting Marques Camp contributors. Ashley Jones and Amanda Cinalli leave the program after class has been heralded as both the best in the country and the best setting the record for most combined games played of any pair of class Notre Dame has fielded in over 15 years. mates in ND history. Keeper Lauren Karas graduates with an average of In addition to bringing in fresh talent, Coach Charlie Weis will only 0.71 goals allowed per game in her final year. Together, the senior welcome back nine of his offensive starters and eight on defense. This agic. the beginning of the story. class lost only 10 games over their four years and won the NCAA title means the Irish will have an experienced quarterback for the first time M If! could describe the culture of For many fans, the Notre Dame campus in '04, the semifinals in '06 and '07 and the quarterfinals in '05. since Brady Quinn. At running back, the Irish boast a three-headed Notre Dame in one word, magic is is the Mecca of college football. Strolling The team welcomes backits top four leading scorers including first team monster in junior James Aldridge, sophomore Armando Allen and perhaps the only word that seems appropriate. across the campus on a crisp autumn Saturday, All-American seniors Brittany Bockand Kerri Hanks. Senior Elise Weber sophomore Robert Hughes. This magic, rather than the sleight of hand making their way to the legendary Notre also returns after earning second team all-region honors. The three rising While the 2007 team played one of the toughest schedules in the and deception we sometimes associate it with, Dame Stadium, fans can't help but feel seniors made up the country, the 2008 line-up appears a bit more manageable. The program is an experience of mystical, powerful and overwhelmed by the magic and tradition. Less nucleus of the 2007 has replaced challenging games against Georgia Tech and Penn State charming proportions. The magic is sensed all team and hope to with a home game against San Diego State and road games at North like a stadium and more like a cathedral, Notre around, yet cannot be described. The magic pickup right where Carolina and Washington. Dame Stadium evokes a transcendent quality; is there, but cannot be seen. they left off. Finally, the new season brings about a new coaching structure. Weis Aside from the undeniable spiritual influence more than a 100-yard field and 'bleacher'seats, The team showed has delegated play-calling duties to Offensive Coordinator Michael of the magic of Notre Dame, it is the tradition millions upon millions of fans show up every promise during its Haywood and will bring on aggressive defensive schemer Jon Tenuta of Irish athletics that gives the school its magic. home football game to pay homage to the spring game against at assistant head coach. Weis will have the opportunity to show that This tradition is what experiencing Notre tradition. It is an experience that simply cannot the Mexican U-20 he can learn from his past struggles and reinvigorate one of the most Dame means. More so than any other college be duplicated anywhere. national team on prestigious football programs in the country. {} institution in the country, Notre Dame was We often see sports as a novel way to ward March 14, winning shaped by the great names of the past who off the pressures of everyday life. Attending that is felt the instant you stand and admire 2-1. {} built the foundations for a tradition. The the football game on Saturday keeps a student's the statue of Mary and the Golden Dome. At Four Horsemen. Knute Rockne. George Gipp. mind off of the homework that is due for this instant you truly recognize that you are Austin Carr. Paul Hornung. Joe Montana. Monday; taking in an exciting basketball game· standing in a very special place, a place where Rudy. These are some of the authors that will make one forget about all of the pressures some of the greatest athletes and coaches in helped pen the magic. of tests, friends, roommates and homesickness. Notre Dame history have also stood. A place It is a curious fact that despite the school's But more than this, sports, especially at where tradition was born and continues to Notre Dame vs. Michigan: April 10, 2008 in two goals, bringing the score to 3-2. For - the puck bounces out, and the Irish move prestigious academic and spiritual reputation, the college level, share a more aggregating evolve. A place where human experience goes the rest of the period the two teams settled in. on. But after surviving a nail-biting Michigan it is the athletic tradition that brings in rabid quality that not many other activities share: beyond the material and into the spiritual. Notre Dame was playing in the first Frozen Both had power play opportunities; both failed power play in the final minutes of the game, fans from different walks of life, different They serve to unite individual people into Notre Dame, above all else, is a place where Four in school history. It was Michigan's to convert. the Irish head to overtime. parts of the world, of all ages - in fact, many communities and communities into a whole. the spiritual experience takes precedence over 23rd. Notre Dame was the 16th team selected In the third period, however, Michigan Senior Irish defenseman Dan VeNard rips of these fans have no direct connection to Sports bind us together in a web of common all else. out of 16 spots for the NCAA Tournament. finally managed to score on a power play, a shot toward the goal. Initially saved, the the university. Yet they are drawn in by the experience - they give us all a stake in So feel truly blessed to be on such a magical Michigan was the first. Notre Dame wasn't knocking one past Irish goaltender Jordan puck flies out directly in front of Ridderwall. magic, most notably the magic of the football something, leading us to come together as one campus. Every day, in every Irish athletic team, even supposed to make it this far, shocking Pearce. Knotted up 3-3. Michigan had Wasting no time, Ridderwall unloads. Goal. team. Everybody, whether a fan or not, knows body. Much like religion, sports unite people new authors are working on the story that the country by defeating No. I-seed New successfully fought back from the chaotic first Game, Irish, 5-4. Ridderwall's teammates mob Hampshire in the first round and then rival about Notre Dame because of the unparalleled that in many ways had nothing else in common Rockne, Rudy and others previously wrote. period, but with under a period to play, the him at the center court. Over 1,000 miles away, Michigan State. For Michigan, a Frozen biggest upset in Notre Dame hockey history Notre Dame students celebrate in their dorm tradition of the football program. Eleven but a shared passion. This fact is what makes In a sense, to experience athletics today is to Fourth berth was no surprise. did not seem out of the question. WIth 8:30 rooms, local sports bars and at a game watch national championships, seven Heisman Notre Dame and its tradition: of athletics experience the works of these great individuals Against all odds and expectations, however, remaining in regulation, Irish forward Kevin in theJACC. For the first time in a long time, trophy winners and 96 All-Americans are only unique. More so than any other school, Notre firsthand. Whether you are a fan of sports or it was the Irish who came out fired up on Deeth made that dream one step closer to Notre Dame beat Michigan in something. For Dame is about unity. Not only does not, Notre Dame will likely touch you in such April 10 in Denver. Freshman forward Calle reality as he skated by· Wolverine Scooter the first time in an even longer time, the Irish the unique athletic tradition build a way that the transcendent purpose of sport Ridderwall struck first, finding the back of the Vaughn and knocked in a goal on the left side are in a championship. And for the first time a community of people on campus; will become apparent. By experiencing the net for a goal five minutes into the game. Less of the net. ever, Notre Dame can confidently be called a it builds a community of people magic and the tradition, you are becoming than a minute later, senior Mark Van Guilder As the Notre Dame Victory March rang hockey school. from all over the world. Ask any a part of a strong, united community that is added another goal for the Irish. Before the throughout the Pepsi Center, it looked like Although the Irish fell to Boston College end of the first period, the Irish added another passionate fan about what makes unlike any other. the No. 1 Michigan Wolverines only had in the championship, the hockey team was ~ goal. The Irish are up 3-0 after just one period. a thread of a chance left. And with just over greeted by an enthusiastic crowd at Main ~ o Notre Dame so special, and the Welcome to Notre Dame, and I hope you o D. And they're not even supposed to be here. five minutes left to play, Michigan freshman Circle when they returned to campus. A school D. Ul likely answer that you'll get is the enjoy the show. {} Ul u Adown-but-not-outMichigan team took the Carl Hagelin barely threaded one into the net. that suffered through a brutal football season u magic. For those people who are t5 The views expressed in this column are those ice in the second period and swiftly shrugged Shot from parallel to the right of the net, the and a disappointingly early exit from the men's :5 ~o lucky enough to make the trip to of the author and not necessarily the views of off the shock of their early Irish barrage. In the shot ricocheted off the blade of Pearce's skate NCAA Basketball Tournament finally had o I I U U (f) campus, the magic is something Scholastic. span of 15 seconds, the Wolverines knocked and into the net. Just one degree left or right something to cheer about. {} (f)

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elcome to South Bend, the city every Thursday through Saturday night. a special feature at Notre Dame. Every year the Joyce Center. Past years' offerings have program at Notre Dame, also hosts a number activities, usually on the mellower side. Expect Wthat sleeps. A lot. H you're looking Recent films have included "Rear Wmdow," the Pasquerilla EastMusic Company presents included John Mellencamp, Flogging Molly ofwriters throughout the year. These readings a few video game and board game tournaments for a lively, exciting town to paint "Paranoid Park" and "The Red Balloon." a popular musical to sell-out crowds. Recent and Jason Mraz. don't tend to get a great deal of press, so look and prize nights, as well as organized trips to red, don't hold your breath. But while the Formerly known as Cinema at the Snite, this hits have included "West Side Story" and around the hallways of O'Shaughnessy for local mini-golf and bowling establishments. surrounding area is hardly a wealth of project is sponsored by the Department of "Kiss Me, Kate." A variety of other shows posters, or check out the English department's While not the premier source of entertainment entertaining possibilities, campus life can • Collegiate Jazz Festival Film, Television, and Theatre. -are hosted through additional groups such as more than make up for any such shortcomings. This competition between college jazz. calendar of events at W\vw.english.nd.edul on campus, FlipSide can be counted on for . Here's a handy guide of what to do on those ND Opera, The-Not-So-Royal ShaJ<:espeare bands from all over the country draws a lot events . planned events nearly every weekend. 0 otherwise dull weekends. • SUB Movies Company and St. Edward's Hall Players. of attention from jazz enthusiasts nationwide, '. -I The Student Union Board shows movies including Brandon Marsalis, who made an • Snite Museum SCREEN AND STAGE. every Thursday through Saturday night for an LIVE MUSIC & MEDIA appearance at the festival a few years back. The Snite is open Tuesday through Sun entrance fee of $3. While it also shows older, day, and admission is free. It tends to be one second-run films, it tends to focus on larger • Marie P. DeBartolo Performing Arts • AcoustiCafe . -NDTV of Notre Dame's less-traveled treasures, al Every Thursday night at Lafortune Student D;I.¥~.······ Center (DPAC) Hollywood hits, like "Atonement," "Sweeney The newest addition to student-run media, though many students and professors attend Opened in the fall of 2004, the DPAC Todd" and "I Am Legend." Center, the Student Union Board hosts an Notre Dame Television broadcasts around the opening of the spring exhibit where the Hal1ente~~nt optioI1i~l,y(>u;re is one of Notre Dame's newest buildings in open-mic night for student solo musicians and the clock. NDTV's news program highlights MFA and BFA students showcase their work. an ambitious campus-wide construction plan .. • Student Film Festival Campus bands. Whetheryou've got a hankering campus news, sports, entertainment events and The center features five different theatres, InJanuary, the films made by Notre Dame's for some John Mayer and Norah Jones covers more. Tune in to campus cable channel 53. STUDENT ACTIVITIES including the Regis Philbin Studio Theatre film-production students are showcased for a or you want to check out the original music i;~~itJ:El~ and an innovative 100-seat pipe-organ the week in the state-of-the-art Browning Cinema produced by campus talent, this event is free •. Student Union Board (SUB) ater. The theaters have been designed so that ARTS & LITERATURE ;.~Il.§puthBe~~.;Stit;NotreI>ame·~sn't at the DPAC, courtesyofNDCinema. Consider for everyone. Ifyou're interested in performing .····sOmuchal:iou(i:h¢thiiigsyouqo' as)t is concerts may be held simultaneously without While South Bend isn't exactly an entertain this your chance to check out the films before yourself, SUB has open sign-ups each week. noise interference from one theater to another. • Notre Dame Literary Festival ment hub like New York or Chicago, SUB Covering 150,000 square feet and at a cost they hit the indie film-festival circuit. This For one week each February, the Student does a good job of bringing outside shows of $64 million, DPAC is the home of Notre must-see event promises controversy, artistic • Concerts and Shows U~ion Board hosts nightly readings from and speakers to campus as well as sponsoring ·····~i'~~5;~~'; Dame's Department of Film, Television, and expression and even a few laughs. Not a lot of bands pass through South Bend, notable writers, with one night set aside for various on-campus activities. Divided into sev promptud9nn-r()oinhl~ujO~some~g,.·.· . Theatre. The new theaters absorb some of but you can count on Notre DaIp.e to line up a student writers to read their own work. For eral branches, SUB not only provides weekly .as simp~e~~hot chocolate with your ne~.:, the student performances traditionally held • Theater show on campus every now and then. Recent merly known as the sophomore literary festival movies and occasional concerts, but also mul in Washington Hall in addition to serving as a From classical tragedy to lowbrow comedy to performers have included Ben Folds, O.AR., and going into its 41 st year, it has featured such ticultural and intellectual activities, in addition venue for outside acts. The Browning Cinema foot-tapping musicals, Notre Dame has it all. Jack's Mannequin, Third Eye Blind and stand legendary writers as Kurt Vonnegut, Ralph to student services like prize raffles, organized is also the only THX-certified movie theater w Washington Hall hosts many performances up comedy by Vince Vaughn. Great bands trips, and final exam stress relievers. '[§;~~~~~rf~j/jl c::: in Indiana. Ellison, Arthur Miller, Joyce Carol Oates, during the year, and student plays have also should continue to invade campus with the Tennessee 'Williams, Dave Eggers,] ohn Irving . Of c01Jrs~jf allelse'faiI~;:#d you find.; been performed in DPAC. Performances year's kickoff event, Student Activities' "The and Tom Clancy. • FlipSide ·NDCinema featuring 'the professional English troupe Show." Also keep your eye out for concerts Though looked down on by some as an You can catch the best of Hollywood, "Actors from the London Stage" in their at Legends - an all-ages university-run club • The Visiting Writers Series "anti-drinking" organization, FlipSide does independent and international films at DPAC unique renditions of Shakespeare's plays are and restaurant south of the stadium - and at The Creative Writing Program, a graduate a good job of providing consistent student [~f~~~r~j

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ROCK ON Jack's Mannequin performs at the Stepan Center on March 28. ON THE BIG SCREEN Posters in the DPAC advertise films SHADOWS AND LIGHT Dancers strut their stuff at the annual Asian Allure show in that will be shown in the state-of-the-art Browning Cinema. . Washington Hall. The show is put on by the Asian American Association at Notre Dame. elcome to South Bend, the city every Thursday through Saturday night. a special feature at Notre Dame. Every year the Joyce Center. Past years' offerings have program at Notre Dame, also hosts a number activities, usually on the mellower side. Expect Wthat sleeps. A lot. H you're looking Recent films have included "Rear Wmdow," the Pasquerilla EastMusic Company presents included John Mellencamp, Flogging Molly ofwriters throughout the year. These readings a few video game and board game tournaments for a lively, exciting town to paint "Paranoid Park" and "The Red Balloon." a popular musical to sell-out crowds. Recent and Jason Mraz. don't tend to get a great deal of press, so look and prize nights, as well as organized trips to red, don't hold your breath. But while the Formerly known as Cinema at the Snite, this hits have included "West Side Story" and around the hallways of O'Shaughnessy for local mini-golf and bowling establishments. surrounding area is hardly a wealth of project is sponsored by the Department of "Kiss Me, Kate." A variety of other shows posters, or check out the English department's While not the premier source of entertainment entertaining possibilities, campus life can • Collegiate Jazz Festival Film, Television, and Theatre. -are hosted through additional groups such as more than make up for any such shortcomings. This competition between college jazz. calendar of events at W\vw.english.nd.edul on campus, FlipSide can be counted on for . Here's a handy guide of what to do on those ND Opera, The-Not-So-Royal ShaJ<:espeare bands from all over the country draws a lot events . planned events nearly every weekend. 0 otherwise dull weekends. • SUB Movies Company and St. Edward's Hall Players. of attention from jazz enthusiasts nationwide, '. -I The Student Union Board shows movies including Brandon Marsalis, who made an • Snite Museum SCREEN AND STAGE. every Thursday through Saturday night for an LIVE MUSIC & MEDIA appearance at the festival a few years back. The Snite is open Tuesday through Sun entrance fee of $3. While it also shows older, day, and admission is free. It tends to be one second-run films, it tends to focus on larger • Marie P. DeBartolo Performing Arts • AcoustiCafe . -NDTV of Notre Dame's less-traveled treasures, al Every Thursday night at Lafortune Student D;I.¥~.······ Center (DPAC) Hollywood hits, like "Atonement," "Sweeney The newest addition to student-run media, though many students and professors attend Opened in the fall of 2004, the DPAC Todd" and "I Am Legend." Center, the Student Union Board hosts an Notre Dame Television broadcasts around the opening of the spring exhibit where the Hal1ente~~nt optioI1i~l,y(>u;re is one of Notre Dame's newest buildings in open-mic night for student solo musicians and the clock. NDTV's news program highlights MFA and BFA students showcase their work. an ambitious campus-wide construction plan .. • Student Film Festival Campus bands. Whetheryou've got a hankering campus news, sports, entertainment events and The center features five different theatres, InJanuary, the films made by Notre Dame's for some John Mayer and Norah Jones covers more. Tune in to campus cable channel 53. STUDENT ACTIVITIES including the Regis Philbin Studio Theatre film-production students are showcased for a or you want to check out the original music i;~~itJ:El~ and an innovative 100-seat pipe-organ the week in the state-of-the-art Browning Cinema produced by campus talent, this event is free •. Student Union Board (SUB) ater. The theaters have been designed so that ARTS & LITERATURE ;.~Il.§puthBe~~.;Stit;NotreI>ame·~sn't at the DPAC, courtesyofNDCinema. Consider for everyone. Ifyou're interested in performing .····sOmuchal:iou(i:h¢thiiigsyouqo' as)t is concerts may be held simultaneously without While South Bend isn't exactly an entertain this your chance to check out the films before yourself, SUB has open sign-ups each week. noise interference from one theater to another. • Notre Dame Literary Festival ment hub like New York or Chicago, SUB Covering 150,000 square feet and at a cost they hit the indie film-festival circuit. This For one week each February, the Student does a good job of bringing outside shows of $64 million, DPAC is the home of Notre must-see event promises controversy, artistic • Concerts and Shows U~ion Board hosts nightly readings from and speakers to campus as well as sponsoring ·····~i'~~5;~~'; Dame's Department of Film, Television, and expression and even a few laughs. Not a lot of bands pass through South Bend, notable writers, with one night set aside for various on-campus activities. Divided into sev promptud9nn-r()oinhl~ujO~some~g,.·.· . Theatre. The new theaters absorb some of but you can count on Notre DaIp.e to line up a student writers to read their own work. For eral branches, SUB not only provides weekly .as simp~e~~hot chocolate with your ne~.:, the student performances traditionally held • Theater show on campus every now and then. Recent merly known as the sophomore literary festival movies and occasional concerts, but also mul in Washington Hall in addition to serving as a From classical tragedy to lowbrow comedy to performers have included Ben Folds, O.AR., and going into its 41 st year, it has featured such ticultural and intellectual activities, in addition venue for outside acts. The Browning Cinema foot-tapping musicals, Notre Dame has it all. Jack's Mannequin, Third Eye Blind and stand legendary writers as Kurt Vonnegut, Ralph to student services like prize raffles, organized is also the only THX-certified movie theater w Washington Hall hosts many performances up comedy by Vince Vaughn. Great bands trips, and final exam stress relievers. '[§;~~~~~rf~j/jl c::: in Indiana. Ellison, Arthur Miller, Joyce Carol Oates, during the year, and student plays have also should continue to invade campus with the Tennessee 'Williams, Dave Eggers,] ohn Irving . Of c01Jrs~jf allelse'faiI~;:#d you find.; been performed in DPAC. Performances year's kickoff event, Student Activities' "The and Tom Clancy. • FlipSide ·NDCinema featuring 'the professional English troupe Show." Also keep your eye out for concerts Though looked down on by some as an You can catch the best of Hollywood, "Actors from the London Stage" in their at Legends - an all-ages university-run club • The Visiting Writers Series "anti-drinking" organization, FlipSide does independent and international films at DPAC unique renditions of Shakespeare's plays are and restaurant south of the stadium - and at The Creative Writing Program, a graduate a good job of providing consistent student [~f~~~r~j

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onsider yourself among the lucky projected percentage of projected percentage of 240/0 4 0/0 Cand privileged few. Your intelligence, minority students ime171ational students athleticism, spirituality, and talent have percentage ofacceptance projected percentage of e,arned you a place in Notre Dame's Class 250/0 770/0 of 2012. You have survived the competitive first-generation Domers application process and are about to embark on your college journey. Congratulations and 1400 average SAT score ofthe 32 average A CT score ofthe good luck! You earned it. Class of2012 Classof2012

Joshua Hammack, an What's your favorite way to procrastinate? opportunities that will last alifetime. I strongly accountancy major from I usually just hang out with friends, especially encourage anyone who has the opportunity to Huntington, W. Va., this year. I try to enjoy the time I have with all participate or attend to seize it. was named valedictorian the people I've met here as much as I can. So, for the Class of2008 with whether it's going out to a movie or playing What are your plans for the real world? a 3.99 GPA. Hammack's a game of pick-up basketball, I always try to Next year, I am going to dedicate myself achievements we1'e not include my friends in my procrastination. entirely to service. Service has always been limited to the classroom very important to me, and I think this is the - he played intramural What's your best advice for a student to best time for me to do that. I'm going to teach basketball and soccer balance work, extracurricular activities, at the Paraclete Academy - an after-school for Zahm Hall and free time and sleep? enrichment program for middle schoolers participated in Notre Dame's Boxing Club and Don't expect it to come naturally. It's difficult - in Boston. I'll also be using the next year Bengal Bouts. Hammack is also committed to to balance all the things you want to do. to prepare for law school. I'll take the LSAT service; he was a student mentor and math tutor You really have to force yourself to achieve . at the end of the summer and begin the for high school students. balance, and it is a challenge. However, don't application process shortly thereafter. As for be discouraged. It can be done, and you really the real world, I hope to successfully practice . What makes ND unique, in your mind? don't have to sacrifice any of the things you law and become a published author. I think the focus Notre Dame places on want to do. You just have to learn how to make bettering the entire individual is what makes time for each of them. What will you miss the most upon leav:iD.g it unique. At Notre Dame, you are expected to ND? do more than just study and learn the requisite What is your favorite way to unwind while I'm really going to miss the Grotto. Over the materials. Here, you are tested physically, at school? course of my four years here, I've become spiritually, and academically. It's a more I love to go to the movies. Going to the theater very attached to that space, and I really enjoy holistic approach to education, and it really with friends is practically guaranteed to be a spending time there in quiet thought. The challenges you to become a better person. good time. Add popcorn to the mix, and you Grotto has also been a place where a lot of my And, in the end, I believe it's very successful. can't go wrong! closest friends have been there for me when I I think anyone who decides to come here can needed them most. A place like the Grotto is expect to work hard and be challenged, but he What's your favorite brain food to keep you exceptionally rare, and even just a few moments or she can also expect to learn how to live and focused while studying? in prayer there can make a huge difference. It's make a difference in this world. Mint chocolate chip ice cream! always given me a great deal of comfort and peace. I will definitely miss being able to light What class gave you the most trouble in Any "don't miss" opportunities you a candle at the Grotto when I feel I need to your four years, and why? recommend? . do so. The class that gave me the most trouble was Bengal Bouts is one of the most gratifying the one in which I got an A-, Accounting for experiences I've had here. Bengal Bouts is a Any other miscellaneous wisdom you Federal Taxation .. I think it gave me so much unique combination of service and athletics. would like to impart? trouble because it was so rules-oriented, and Participating in an event that supports such My advice to incoming freshmen would simply I really had a hard time making the rules an admirable and worthwhile endeavor - the be to continue to work hard in and out of the unique and meaningful in my mind. In other Holy Cross Missions in Bangladesh - was very classroom. There are many opportunities words, the Federal tax code is very complex, rewarding. Training so hard was meaningful available at Notre Dame, and there's no and I think any class based mostly on that code not only because of the personal benefit, but reason to' become one-dimensional or neglect would be a real challenge for me. because ofthe funds we raised and the assistance something you enjoy. Four years goes very we provided. It wasn't just about throwing quickly, so take advantage of your time here. Where's your personal study spot? punches and blocking blows. The reward Set high goals for yourself, and then work to When I study by myself, I just study in my was much greater than individual victory or achieve them. room. However, if! am studying with friends, momentary glory. It was about helping people I usually go to the LaFortune basement. half a world away and providing others with

FRESHMAN ISSUE 2008 Maria Sellers onsider yourself among the lucky projected percentage of projected percentage of 240/0 4 0/0 Cand privileged few. Your intelligence, minority students ime171ational students athleticism, spirituality, and talent have percentage ofacceptance projected percentage of e,arned you a place in Notre Dame's Class 250/0 770/0 of 2012. You have survived the competitive first-generation Domers application process and are about to embark on your college journey. Congratulations and 1400 average SAT score ofthe 32 average A CT score ofthe good luck! You earned it. Class of2012 Classof2012

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