Red Book 2018-2019 ZAHM HOUSE 2

Welcome from the Rector

First Years,

Welcome to Zahm! While your natural intelligence and academic gifs re ared you for the and your commitment to excellence earned your way into our hallowed cam us, it is through grace and rovidence that you fnd yourself among the men of Zahm. Our hall House has had a long traditon of being one of brotherhood, mutual su ort, excellence in service, and great comradery. We are excited that you will be joining us in the Fall for your tme here at Notre Dame. Ho efully this Red Book will assist in your re araton for joining us.

My name is Fr. Mathew Hovde, C.S.C. I am a Holy Cross riest, recently ordained to serve God’s eo le. It is with great joy and zeal that I serve rimarily as the Rector of Zahm, and serve this community. Zahm is a unique community, recognized across the cam us for its unwavering commitment to each of our men. No mater where you are from, what major you ho e to ursue, what your likes and dislikes are, no mater how you defne yourself, you are a member of Zahm. You are welcomed, valued, and honored here. Your brothers are here to su ort and assist you, not just because they ha en to share a building with you. You belong here because you bring a tremendous deal to this community: yourself.

I encourage you strongly to get to know the rest of the men who call this lace home. Even though your tme at Notre Dame will be busy in a way that you may have never before ex erienced, you are not coming to here to be mindless drones that do nothing but turn junk food and cafeine into a ers and assible test scores. You are brought to Notre Dame to thrive! It is im ortant to balance your academics with ersonal health, recreaton, socializaton, service, and ersonal interests. Look to your u erclassmen in the dorm. See how they strike this im ortant balance. Study with them. Serve with them. But also have fun with them. You may fnd as you walk through the hallways that ESPN is a sta le of most college men’s news sources, Ping-Pong and Pool can be incredible stress relievers, and that laying cards with your secton is just what you need to decom ress. Inter-hall s orts will unite the dorm in a common cause. Your sectons’ team may need either assistance on the court or in the stands. Notre Dame will challenge you in new ways. I think the most im ortant among these is learning to live with some folks who may be diferent from you. Learning to share with and res ect your brothers in the dorm is a lesson that will serve you well in life.

College is one of the most im ortant ex eriences you will have in your life. You will be taught amazing new things, challenged to think and feel in new ways, stretched beyond what you thought were your limits. You will converse, debate, reconsider, recommit, and artculate dee ly held convictons in new and owerful ways. You will learn from others, who you may disagree with. You will make tremendous relatonshi s. You will learn as much about yourself as you do other eo le. The relatonshi s you make here, the greatness you will be schooled in, and the erson you will become through your tme here at Notre Dame is an incredible ex erience. My greatest advice to you is to dive right into it. Don’t hold back. From day one, engage those around you, and always be authentc to who you are. You made it into Notre Dame. You were acce ted. You belong here; at Notre Dame, and in Zahm.

I look forward to meetng you all in August, and sharing in this amazing journey that lies ahead of you.

In Notre Dame,

Fr. Mathew Hovde, C.S.C. ZAHM HOUSE 3

2018 WELCOME CREW

Men of Zahm, Class of 2022,

Greetings and welcome to the University of Notre Dame. More importantly, welcome to Zahm House, the finest residence experience the University of Notre Dame has to offer. The men listed above have been selected to welcome you and the other members of our Class of 2021and immerse you all into the 85 years of August tradition and impassioned spirit that makes Zahm House the home you will find it to be. Before you even get out of your car, we hope that you will begin to understand that Zahm is not your average residence hall. As your Welcome Crew, it will be our distinct pleasure and honor to assist you in getting settled and acquainted with your new digs. We will help move and unpack your things, introduce you to your new classmates, and tour you around this beautiful campus — in tried, true, and classic Zahm style. As the first week of college can prove to be difficult for many, we look forward to relieving as much of your stress and anxiety as possible. Our first effort at assisting you is this Red Book. In it you will find information about the Welcome Crew members listed above, various and sundry information about the ND/South Bend area, and some vital facts about your home for the coming years. Remember that although we have as yet to meet each other, we are already your brothers. Not only are we here to help but we also want to help. When you arrive we’ll be the really enthusiastic guys in the red shirts that your parents think are either a) really nice or b) a little too excited. Do not hesitate to ask us for anything you might need throughout Welcome Weekend and beyond. Through our efforts, we hope that you will experience the fullness of what it means to be a Zahmbie. ZAHM HOUSE 4

Notre Dame is truly a special place. Being in your shoes just two years ago, I know what it feels like to be in your position, getting ready to move away from home to start the best four years of your life. It can be challenging. But I’m here for anything you may need, along with your other freshmen brothers and 15 ludicrous Zahmbies in red ready to help in any way possible. Don’t hesitate to ask. The truly warranted congratulations, however, goes to your “random” (we know it to be an act of God) selection into the most spirited, most renowned, and hands down all around best residence on campus. We’re so far above everyone else it’s actually a bit scary; we’re not even a dorm: we are a House. Your home for the coming years embodies tradition — from our famous alumni (Joe Theisman, Regis Philbin) to beloved customs (‘Roni Za, Zahm Carnival, and countless more, of which you will soon be a part). Despite what may have held true in the days of Yesteryear, today Zahm sits on the most prime of all real estate on campus. Located on North Quad, we live a stone’s throw away from North Dining Hall, a window’s view from the Dome, and a pleasantly short stroll from and the LaFortune student center. Moreover, the lovely ladies of Cavanaugh (our sister dorm), Farley, and BP grace our presence on the quad. And — it ought to be noted — we charitably allow the boys of Keenan, Stanford, and St. Ed’s to wallow in the shadow that extends from our grand home. In Zahm, you will have some 170 brothers to constantly bump elbows with. We understand and remember that at times your rooms may become boring, restrictive, and maybe even lonely. So, when you feel the need to escape from them, stop by a common room, find a seat on a couch, and hang out. Common rooms are notorious for stealing away useful time. The five-mans, which now actually house 4, (at the end of the hall in the B-sections) are the main common rooms to hang out in along with the “House Commons” in the A-sections. We also have study lounges on the second and third floors (by the A-section bathrooms), along with the Xavier Murphy Study Lounge on the first floor near the double study lounge across from Fr. Matt’s room. Looking for somewhere to hang out with your favorite lady friend after parietals? Cruise down to the wonderfully spacious domain of Ignats (see glossary!) In the Zahm basement, you will find a ridiculously large television (don’t ask us how to use it though), a ping-pong table, pool table, kitchen, weight room, ample couch space, and, of course, the famed Za Pizza Parlor. Profits from Za go to one of our favorite charities, so make your way down there for a delicious study break, especially during finals; Za is actually scientifically proven to improve test scores. Zahm also houses a laundry room and chapel, where we Zahmbies gather Sunday nights as a community in prayer (in the chapel, that is, not in the laundry room…hmm). ZAHM HOUSE 5

You will hear the phrase “Zahm is brotherhood” over and over again, in the Red Book and throughout Welcome Week. We all know how things grow numb when done repeatedly, but the fact does remain — and any Zahmbie will swear it to be true — Zahm is brotherhood. We care for one another, look out for everyone’s best interest, and are ready to correct a brother’s misstep and encourage him when he needs a push. Our sense of community stands unmatched by any other hall on campus. And don’t think of it in the wrong light, please: we don’t say this as some competition to have the tightest community. Rather, both those that have come before us and those that are with us still have instilled in our hearts the significant benefits of brotherhood, tradition, and service. Over seven decades of goofy stories and hallowed traditions have soaked in the walls we call home. If you need help with anything ever — homework, relationships, or something’s just got you down — never hesitate to ask a brother. In the spirit of Zahm, he will come to your aid without a moment’s hesitation. We are all here for you, and chances are we’ve all needed someone before as well (and we’ll need someone in the future still). During the Welcome Weekend you will be welcomed into the Notre Dame family. We welcome you into the brotherhood of Zahm. We know you have questions, and so we have put together this Red Book for you and your brothers. Hopefully it will ease your mind, answer some questions, and excite you for what is to come. But if you do still need some things answered, send an email to one of us — your commissioners or staff members. We know things will overwhelm at times, but that is okay. In fact, that is a good thing. A great thing. Allow some chaos into your life. Enjoy the feelings of awkwardness and uncertainty, embrace them. They don’t come around often enough. If there ever is a time for complacency, it is not now. You have four years at Notre Dame. It may sound like a lot of time but, sadly, it’s not. Enjoy every minute of it. Be open to new people and ideas; let them shape your changing self. And, damn it, have fun! Life is a journey without a clear destination (excepting heaven, of course). Experience as much as you can. The more you put in, the more Notre Dame and Zahm will give back. We shall assist you in your transition to college — we, your brothers. In a campus of 9,000, we lucky few can call Zahm home; few have the privilege to be a Zahm Man. Newest Zahmbies: welcome to the tradition!

God, Country, Notre Dame, Zahm House,

Welcome Crew Captain: Joe Calce Welcome Crew Ambassadors: Alec Jbara, Andrew Gannon, Alex Conway, Victor Kareh, Evan Muller, Matt Duffey, Spencer Bindel, Carson Lance, Patrick English, Mark Moran, Patrick O’Toole Jimmy Balloun, Chris Bine, Nick Haymond, Alex Beacom

“Notre Dame by Choice, Zahm by the Grace of God” ZAHM HOUSE 6 What to Do When You First Arrive on Campus

Arrival Dates:

• Thursday, August 16TH after 12:00 p.m. for freshmen scheduled for early arrival. This is ONLY for those approved for early move-in! • Friday, August 17TH is the regular move-in day: o 9:00 AM-10:30 AM for those assigned to 2nd and 4th floors o 10:30 AM – NOON for those assigned to the 1st and 3rd floors NOTE: THESE TIMES ARE TENTATIVE AT THE TIME OF THIS PRINTING (APRIL) AND REFLECT THE PROCEDURES USED BY THE UNIVERSITY FOR THE PAST FEW YEARS. PLEASE FOLLOW ANY INSTRUCTION PROVIDED BY THE OFFICE OF HOUSING IF THEY ARE DIFFERENT FROM THOSE LISTED ABOVE.

Upon Arrival at Notre Dame: 1. There is a specific access route established for each residence hall. Zahm residents enter campus through the East Gate. Once there, you will be assisted by signage and parking attendants (they are all a little like your crazy, great-uncle Harry, but they are sweet and they mean well). Once inside the gate, you will drive up to the back of Zahm and a swarm of Welcome Crew members (all in red shirts) will descend upon your vehicle to grab your things and take them up to your room. ONE OF YOUR PARENTS MUST STAY WITH THE VEHICLE TO MOVE IT TO THE PARKING LOT AS SOON AS IT IS EMPTY. No one is allowed to park behind the building or on the grass near the building. We absolutely MUST keep the traffic flowing for the sake of all moving in that day.

2. Come to the basement lounge to sign in, fill out your medical emergency information sheet, pick up your key, and get a Zahm shirt. The dream has begun!

3. A Welcome Crew member will show you to your room. They can help you loft or bunk your bed (although if your roommate hasn’t arrived yet, it may be best to wait before making major set-up decisions).

4. Meet your RA (Resident Assistant). He is a senior in charge of your section and will be a great resource for anything and everything. He will walk you through your room and have you sign your RCR (Room Condition Report).

5. Once you have unloaded your stuff, it is a good idea to get your ID at the pick-up location. They you can head out on campus or to town to buy a carpet or whatever you might need.

The whole move-in process may seem a bit hectic and confusing, but there will be plenty of guys around the House whose sole job is to make you feel welcome. Within a day or two, you will feel right at home – just in time for the upperclassmen to arrive! ZAHM HOUSE 7 People to Know!

THE RECTOR: Fr. Matthew E. Hovde, C.S.C.

Zahm House welcomed Fr. Matt Hovde as our new Rector in the 2016-17 school year. Fr. Matt formerly working in campus ministry and was an Assistant Rector in Sorin Hall. He was ordained as a Holy Cross priest in the spring of 2016.

THE CHAPLAIN: Fr. Greg Haake, C.S.C. Fr. Gregory P. Haake, C.S.C., graduated from Notre Dame in 1999 having studied French Language and Literature (and playing the trumpet in the band for two years). Hailing from Kansas City, MO with three brothers, he is now the uncle of eight nephews and one very spoiled but lonely niece. After leaving seminary, Fr. Greg moved to Holy Cross and St. Stanislaus Parish in South Bend where he served for two years as deacon and eventually associate pastor. He then moved to Paris where he received an MA in French literature before heading to Stanford University to begin his doctoral studies. He will be in Berkley, CA in order to finish his book project to get tenure, but you will see him in Zahm from time to time next year. ZAHM HOUSE 8

The Assistant Rectors: Two graduate students called Assistant Rectors (ARs) live on the second and fourth floors. They assist Fr. Gary, work closely with the Resident Assistants (RAs), and are available to help with anything that comes up during the year.

Room 239 Peter Jenka Master Student [email protected] 919-641-0092 Room 439 Tom Bodart, C.S.C. Master of Divinity [email protected]

The Resident Assistants: The Resident Assistants (RAs) are a group of six seniors who make up the House staff, along with Fr. Gary and the ARs. One RA lives in each of the building’s six sections. Their primary role is to help build community and to assist you through the many trials of college life – from being locked out of your room, to managing roommate conflicts, to managing homesickness, and many other more personal matters. You will come to know your RA as a man on whom you can truly rely. Feel free to contact any member of the staff, if you have any questions before the semester begins. All are ready to assist you if they can.

RA Section Assignments: Section RA E-mail Address

1st floor (rooms 113 to 162) Ryan Kolakowski [email protected] 2A (rooms 201 to 226) Andrew Stineman [email protected] 2B (rooms 227 to 262) Niko Martinovic [email protected]

3A (rooms 301 to 326) Anthony Smyth [email protected] 3B (rooms 327 to 362) Alex Bonino [email protected]@nd.edu 4th floor (rooms 401 to 462) Jack Julien [email protected]

We encourage you to e-mail your RA before you arrive on campus and introduce yourself to them! ZAHM HOUSE 9 General Info on Zahm

Letter from the House Gov execs: Men of Zahm,

Congratulations on your acceptance to the University Notre Dame. More importantly, congratulations on your assignment to the most renowned residence at that University: Zahm House. It is our pleasure as your House Government to be among the frst to welcome you to Zahm. No matter what your passion is, we know that you’ll fnd a home here, hopefully for the next four years.

Above all, Zahm is a close-knit community of brothers. We are athletes, scholars, and service-driven individuals. We are musicians, actors and directors. We are nerds and jocks, jokesters and committed students. We are future doctors, lawyers, businessmen, and professors. But what we are is not what matters; what matters is what you are, and how you will choose to make your time in Zahm count. House Government is here to help you on that path, and we’re sure that no matter who you are, there will be a place for you here.

Zahm House has a long and storied history. You’ve probably already heard how in days of old, students moved halls every year and rooms on campus were selected by GPA (highest frst; lowest last). Zahm, which was then the only sophomore hall stuck on the freshmen quad in the northern reaches of campus, quickly developed a reputation for having the more…social students. Although rooms are no longer chosen by GPA (a side note: 2008’s Valedictorian was a Zahmbie), Zahm retains its reputation of a closely knit community with a vibrant social life and countless traditions. In fact, in 2015 our freshmen from the Class of 2018 had the highest average GPA score of all men’s dorms! But tradition tells only half the story: our vibrant commitment to dorm life is only outdone by our commitment to charity and service of others. If you watched the ND versus Navy football game several years ago, you probably noticed our “Raise an X for X” campaign, where the entire stadium wore red and made the traditional Zahm “X” with their arms. They did this in support of a Zahm resident, Xavier Murphy, who had recently lost his battle with leukemia and all those fghting cancer. Zahm was able to honor Xavier’s memory and collect a huge amount of money to fght the disease as a result. This is the community you have the privilege to join: a community unparalleled in support of one another, and able to unite people in the causes for which we fght.

If you’re interested in getting involved in Zahm, House Government meets every Tuesday at 11:00 PM in the basement. It’s a great way to stay on top of all the things that happen here. If you’re really passionate about an issue, feel free to email any of us or the commissioner of your topic of interest (there is a list of commissioners online at the Zahm House webpage). All will be willing to work with you to ensure that Zahm is the best it can possibly be. We’re looking forward to meeting you this fall. Our doors (and everyone else’s, for that matter) are always open. Until then, enjoy the rest of your summer, and welcome to Zahm House.

Yours in Zahm,

Austin Rotter Hector Peralta Luke Wurl President Vice President Vice President ZAHM HOUSE 10

House Government:

House Gov is composed of elected leaders who run the House-wide events, from dances to inter- hall sports, service opportunities and other great activities. In addition to a House president and vice- president, we have a dozen or so commissioners with very specific areas of responsibility. Each Tuesday night, we have a House government meeting in the basement where the week’s events are discussed. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. There will be plenty of opportunities for you to get involved in running the dorm.

The Rabid Bats:

You will hear many different mascots for different intramural teams from Zahm. We are usually called Zahmbies, signified by a moose (whose name is Ignats). However, our official mascot is the Rabid Bats. Our colors are red, black, and white. We have several intramural teams so if you played a sport in high school and would like to continue, we’d be happy to have you on board.

Baseball (Champions in ’11, ‘13) Lacrosse “PAIN” Basketball (Champions in ’04 and ’05) Ping Pong (Champions in ’09 and ’10) Bowling Racquetball Singles Cross Country (Champions in ’08) Sand Volleyball (Champions in ’11 and ’13) Dodgeball (Champions in ’11) Soccer Ice Hockey “FEAR” (Champions in ’08) Team Racquetball Golf Scramble Team Tennis (Champions in ’10, ’11, ‘17) Football (Champions in ’05) Volleyball (Champions in ’11)

Your Room:

All of the Zahm freshmen will be living in doubles or quads this year. Each room in the House will come with a wastebasket, two desks, beds, and desk chairs, and two wardrobe closets. The beds are 80" twin. However, if you are over 6'6" or so, you can ask for an extra-long bed (90"). We encourage you to only request the XXL bed if you absolutely need it. You won’t want to waste the room if you don’t need it. If you require a 90” bed, please email Fr. Matt ASAP — [[email protected]].

What is helpful about the beds, wardrobes and desks is that they are modular and go together well for bunking or lofting. In addition to these basics, the rooms come with a sink, medicine cabinet, and mirror.

Most rooms do not have overhead lighting, so a lamp is a good idea. Carpets and shelving are two other ideas you may want to consider. No need to pack all that though. There are plenty of places in South Bend (or the Fall Mall, ND’s 3-day hypermarket on campus) to buy these things at Notre Dame. Once you receive information about your roommates, likely in mid-late July, it would be a good idea to coordinate with them what you will be bringing so that you don’t end up with two TVs, two fridges, and four lamps. (Additionally, it is nice to speak with your roommates before you move with them into a 200 square foot rectangle for the next nine months.) Remember, it is not just your room. ZAHM HOUSE 11

Your Roommate:

By now, you will have received information from the Office of Housing concerning your roommate. If for some reason you have not received that information, call the Office of Housing at (574) 631- 5878. Along with your roommate information, you will also receive your Zahm mailing address.

Miscellaneous:

• Zahm House is a smoke-free facility, as are all buildings on campus. • Zahm has a laundry room with washers and dryers, although many guys use St. Michael’s Laundry each week. • There aren’t landlines in student rooms anymore, so make sure to bring a cell phone. Currently, Verizon, AT&T, and Sprint utilize the University’s distributed mobile phone antenna system to drive their signal into campus buildings. If you use another carrier, you will be enjoying the great outdoors more when talking to family and friends. • Bank accounts are available through Notre Dame Federal Credit Union (located just north of campus and First Source Bank (in the basement of LaFortune Student Center near Zahm). See the nuts and bolts of job hunting for more information on banking. • Microwaves and air conditioners are forbidden in student rooms – our old wiring won’t handle them. There are microwaves available on every floor for general use. ZAHM HOUSE 12

Welcome Crew Biographies

Evan Muller Major: Political Science Hometown: Roanoke, VA

Evan “ROTC” Muller and his identical twin brother, Devan, will be moving down the hall to the 1C quad this next year. A member of the Marine Corps ROTC (the guy was ROTC student of the week; it was super sick), Evan is a very serious and rule abiding student. Devan, however, could not be more different. Devan was rarely seen during the week because of a rigorous course schedule, but he always made sure to be around the House during weekends this past year, and is hoping to be around even more this year. Evan can be found wandering the halls of the first floor constantly refilling his water bottle, while Devan can be found having enlightening discussions with all of the RAs throughout the house. For real though, the Mullers are two of the nicest guys in the house (especially once they learns your name after your first 25 encounters), so stop by 1C for a minute or two of awkward small talk. ZAHM HOUSE 13

Matthew Duffy Major: Menbroza, War of “Northern Aggression” Studies Hometown: Mobile, AL Born on a plantation in Mobile, Alabama, Matt Duffey is a true southern gentleman that brings 1b together. Despite his 10-year old bowl cut appearance, Duffey is a true man of Zahm. He has Zahm in his blood and is a second generation Zahmbie. On a side note, he got into ND based completely on his own merit. Often accompanied by his minion/confirmed life partner/ suspected vampire Danny “fight night” Rogers, Duffey gets 1B fired up. From his legendary quest of locating his missing iPhone, to his demanding babysitting job (both of Danny “living proof that long-distance relationships don’t work” Rogers and his nephew) Duffey is a busy guy. If you can’t find him doing one of these time-intensive activities, you can find him going for a fully-clothed swim in the 1a shower or doing a quick power-nap in the first floor women’s restroom. Feel free to come by 1b and talk to him about politics, or his short lived basketball career. ZAHM HOUSE 14

Spencer Bindel Major: Political Science Hometown: Mansfield, TX Spencer “You Could Say I’m Catholic” Bindel is from Mansfield, TEXAS and reigns as “The Holiest Man in Zahm” for the following reason:

1. Humans are inherently sinful creatures. 2. Less human = less sinning = more pure 3. Spencer only has 9.5 fingers. 4. Spencer is .5 fingers purer than every other Zahmbie.

Even Father Matt and Father Greg have failed to disprove this logic, only partly because they’ve yet to hear it. When not on campus, Spencer lives in TEXAS, a heritage he wears proudly on his sleeve. If there’s two things Spencer loves most, it’s going to mass and getting free food. In fact, some argue that the two are related. If you are one of these people, get thee to confession pronto. Although he now lives in the 1C quad, Spencer is originally from TEXAS. Rumor has it that Spencer had 30 photographs of Pope Francis in his dorm room last school year. This is egregiously false; the correct number was 29 photographs of Pope Francis and one Pope Francis bobblehead. Did I mention Spencer is from TEXAS? If you ever need help with Moreau, Spencer is definitely the man to ask. One of Spencer’s most honorable traits is his ability to always stand by his word. He would never tell his roommate, “Let’s set each other up with dates for Zahm SYR,” proceed to get himself a girlfriend a few weeks later, and then still insist on finding his roommate’s date regardless. Spencer would never do this. Some have claimed Spencer attracts his females by rubbing his nubbed index finger along their spines to spread his pheromones, but we all know lady’s just love a man who’s handy with an iron. In addition to serving as Zahm’s Liturgical Commissioner and Grill Master, he is the self-appointed Zahm “Quack Daddy,” a term affectionately given to the dorm’s unofficial ambassador to Howard Hall. Yes, he takes pride in this achievement. No, there was no other competition for it. In other irrelevant news, Spencer is a political science major and is part of Notre Dame’s Naval ROTC program. Go Irish. ZAHM HOUSE 15

Andrew “I Went to Delbarton” Gannon Major: Surprisingly not Mendoza; Economics Hometown: Madison, New Jersey No, that’s not Gollum from Lord of the Rings, it’s Andrew Gannon. The legacy of the Gannon family is as deeply rooted in Notre Dame as the DeBartolos and Andrew is ensuring that this legacy continues. Despite his stress filled presidential campaign, he kept nerves of steel and managed to take home a whopping 18% of the votes. Looking for a karaoke partner? Just give him 2 minutes and he will be ready to go, but be aware that he’ll whine when you don’t want to do 15 more songs than you were planning on. Need an easy way to find him? Just look for the kid with the pencil behind his ear, wearing sunglasses inside. If you ever need to find him just go to his favorite park bench where he will be in deep thought about his handiwork around the dorm. Some say he can walk on water, a skill acquired by many hours perched high up on the Zahm sinks. Steer clear of this party animal at outdoor social gatherings--he might try to ride on your shoulders for lack of a nearby sink. If you see someone who resembles this tan skinned stud and they are proudly displaying the Delbarton logo, feel free to start up a conversation that will be filled with sick brags about some of his wild times at Salsa’s Bar and Grill, South Bend’s go-to hotbed of Wednesday night family-friendly fun. But really, once you get past the fact that you could be his father, he’s an ok guy. His stutter will disappear after a few months of talking to you, and he’d be happy to show you how to get into the friendzone with every girl in BP. This “ants-in-his-pants” fellow will be proud to show you the 2B common room. ZAHM HOUSE 16 Carson “Cali” “Twirl and Curl” Lance

Major: Computer Science

Hometown: Alamo, California What in the world is this Cali frat-star doing at Notre Dame? No one knows, and his 19 college applications surely point toward wanting to be anywhere but here. He’s decided to bring the Cali spirit to Notre Dame, however, without much success. If you ever see anyone on campus wearing a flat- brim Oakley hat and jogger khakis, it’s physically impossible for it to not be Carson. If you’re lucky, he’ll blow circles around you on his penny-board. If you’re really lucky (and maybe cute too) you might experience his famous twirl-and- curl, a classic dance move that only works when the room is nearly empty. If you’re really, really, really lucky, he’ll follow you around on campus pretending to be a prospie. If you struggle with balance freshmen year, just ask Carson for advice on how he handles all his extracurriculars. Due to all his clubs and student government work, the hours of really hard coding and computer science homework he receives every night, and the heartwarming 3am conversations between his roommate and his hometown honey, Carson doesn’t get much sleep during the week. Don’t worry though; he’ll stop in for a minute every now in and then in the common room and will make sure to get 30 hours of sleep on the weekends. Find Carson next year if you’re looking for a good guy and endless stories about Coachella and Tahoe (Hella chill Brah) ZAHM HOUSE 17

Mark “Oh hai Mark” Moran

Major: We honestly don’t know

From: Same place as like half the kids at this school

Who? Michael Cera? Mark Zuckerberg? Oh no that’s just Mark.

The lone 3B transfer, Mark is a definite wild-card who brings the dark, forgetful side of 3B to the bright and lively halls of 2B. Mark, easily the most unique student at Notre Dame, brings true geographic diversity to this campus as he lives almost an hour outside of Chicago, but have no fear he still claims he lives in the city. This ZipCar aficionado spends a lot of his time in West Lafayette, as an honorary Boilermaker. Some say it is to see his hometown honey. Others say it’s for the elite Engineering school. We will never know. He is full to the brim with funny stories but we know his true mission is to steal Johnny’s girl. Be careful when walking around him! His feet are very delicate and he can only walk on places covered in carpet. Some say that his attempts at becoming the Student Body VP were thwarted by the dead weight he carried through the debates *cough* Gannon. For those who don’t know Mark, no explanation will suffice. For those who do, please tell us who he is. ZAHM HOUSE 18

Alec “Not Wrong” Jbara-Wilson Major: Corporate Sellout Hometown: “Detroit”, MI

How do you get to know Alec “Blec Jbbrb” Jbara? Carefully. Is he engaged to his SMC girlfriend? Allegedly. Do you think he played like a ton of sports in high school? You would not be wrong. How could you describe hanging out with Jabran? Electric. What kind of a fortnite player is he? Elite. Thinking about making negative comments about our sisters down the road at St. Mary’s College? Don’t. He will deny you entry into the 2B common room for eternity. Rumor has it that he is trying out for the football team in order to show up all the players who took pictures with Julia “Section Mom” Wilson at the SMC Dance Marathon. He’s a lock to make Brian Kelly’s varsity squad--Jibber played special teams on his state-champion high school football team. Jafar is known for being able to weather any kind of change. In the span of three months his roommate transferred out of his room to Carroll, then 2A, back to the floor of his room, and then off campus. Jabroni can be found in the Zahm chapel every Sunday night at 10, but don’t be fooled, he sold his soul second semester to the Menbroza college of business for cushy internships and private helicopters after briefly dabbling in Engineering. He will be taking his talents to the 2B 8-man next year, living in the sub that will be functioning as a triple even though it is slated as a single. As long as you don’t hate fun you will get along just fine with Blec Jabulani. ZAHM HOUSE 19

Patrick “I Played Sports in High School” English Major: Neuroscience? Finance? Who knows? Hometown: Milwaukee, WI

Look up the phrase “peaked in high school” and you’ll get a picture that vaguely resembles this now E-sports god. If you are looking for help in your science classes look no further! He took them all as a first-year science student. Penglish spends much of his time with friends in the library, but goes no further than the 7th floor. It truly is incredible how he managed to balance 10 varsity sports and all of the college applications he submitted during high school. Nowadays he settles for leading 2A’s sections sports teams to near victory trying to curb itches to throw on his helmet and pads and jump out onto the field on game day. Despite eating Za every night, Patrick was able to lay off the Freshman 15 by participating in , where he won the first round beating up a kid from Carmel, IN. Known affectionately by the entire dorm as “Pringles” or “Pingless” or “Penglish”, this raw mixture of twisted steel and country appeal will charm you with his handsome Wisconsin farm boy looks. And sorry ladies he’s taken! His modern Romeo and Juliet relationship is the tale of two lovers separated by the fence between their private catholic high schools now seperated by like two whole hours. Despite all this fame and fortune, Penglish has managed to remain down to Earth and is a great guy to be around regardless of how inferior you feel in his presence. ZAHM HOUSE 20

Patrick “I’m Not Myself” O’Toole Major: Liberal Arts Hometown: Southie, MA This wicked smart stud comes from the place where America started but you would never know it until you looked at the paper outside his door. Despite his major in Political Science, he will never reveal his true political views and will always keep an open mind to views other than his own. How does he plan on going into politics but is unwilling to argue about it? Nobody knows. If you’re looking for him on the weekend, he’s probably in Chicago parading the streets admiring the sights and signs. When he’s not doing Liberal Crafts & Arts, he is deeply invested in his supplementary major in Arabic; he plans on using his political and language skills to form connections in the Middle East, but we hope he doesn’t switch things up! In addition, make sure you watch out for his other half. When he’s doing homework late at night he turns into a different person, but he tries to claim he’s innocent because homework puts him into a different frame of mind. Not a man in Zahm has escaped at least a 30 minute long talk with other Pat. However, these eternal conversations feel short due to his charm and you will always leave with knowledge only acquired through an hour and fifteen minute lecture. ZAHM HOUSE 21

Alexander Conway

Major: Finance and Economics

Hometown: Kentucky

Say hello to Alex Conway, everyone’s favorite Kentucky goat farmer. Hailing from Smiths Grove, the “not hick” part of Kentucky, Conway will gladly tell you all about his favorite hometown team, the Nashville (Tennessee) Predators. When he’s not watching a Predators game, you can find him having a constructive debate with his forever froomie lil Kev over the proper way to smoke a sausage. Once the lights go out and the clock strikes midnight, however, Conway can be found doing homework either in the 3A study room or U-lounge. During football season, you’ll see him in the stands for the first 33 seconds of the game, and and on the hallway couch for the next 59 minutes and 27 seconds. An electric football fan! Some nights you might be blessed to try his mediocre pizza down in Zahm’s pizza parlor, as well. A current member of the second-ever 3B freshman quad, Conway will be relocating down the hall to the overflowed 3C quad, so be sure to stop and say hi. ZAHM HOUSE 22

James Stanley Hernando Garcia Balloun II Major: Surprisingly Not Business Hometown: Buckhead, Atlanta, GA ITP/Gucci Gang This high school hero left his homecoming crown behind to come live in Zeta Haus last fall. A larger than life figure, you will be left scratching your head as you attempt to comprehend the enigma that is Jimmy Balloun, as well as who Drew White is because even though he’s gone I’m sure Jimmy will still talk about him. Although he is a self-proclaimed pledge, Jimmy’s interests extend far beyond the limits of surfer- compilation videos, nayshing, and loot anime. A true thespian, he is fond of the more artistic things in life, such as making scrambled egg face paint and SIBC slides. He is also a very charitable figure, happy to grace everyone with his presence, as seen by his record number of visits to less-than relevant guys dorm Knott. When Jimmy can be found in Zahm, he is likely to be hanging with his two roommates: rambler Drew White and future 3B section mom AC. A truly welcoming character, Jimmy is excited to have the opportunity to integrate the incoming freshmen to all of Zahm’s voluntary traditions. Although Jimmy’s parents have yet to accept that Jimmy is a frat-star (not that they ever will), that doesn’t mean you can’t stop by and “nayyyysh” with him in his spacious single up in the 3B 8-man. ZAHM HOUSE 23

Victor Kareh Major: Science Business, whatever that means Hometown: Houston, TX

This proud Texan has been unknowingly bred to be a man of Zahm since birth, but his networking skills don’t stop there. If you ask, he is always down to show you the proper way to meet friendly South Bend residents. Victor has had some trouble finishing the things he has started as a freshman, but it is a certainty that he is one of the nicest guys around. His hallway couch presence has been second to none, and Archie will be sure to tell you about those mornings they’ve bonded due to Victor’s lack of sleep. All things considered, Victor is your guy if you want to partake in some honored Zahm traditions, and if you need any Gen Chem help, just ask him at 4:30 dinner. If you ever need to chat in the dorm just yell “822” as loud as you can and he’ll be at your door in a flash. As a member of the 3B common room, he will be living in the sub so don’t be afraid to give his door a knock on your way to chill with the boys. ZAHM HOUSE 24

Chris Bine Major: Neuroscience and Behavior Hometown: Florida and Colorado at the same tme This is Chris. Originally from the sunny state of Florida, Chris has moved to the rockies to learn how to better acclimate himself to the winter weather. Although he will now be living in Colorado, this reverse snowbird will do his best to keep Florida culture alive by continuing to wear as little clothes as possible. You’ll most likely see him in the hallway wearing just his multicolored American Eagle Classic Boxer Briefs as he stumbles on his way to get water. If you can’t seem to find him, try looking in 2A on Honey Mondays or in BP (short for Bine Pulls) cuz this kid definitely knows girls. LIT! Known for rivaling Matt Duffey for the best hair in Zahm, Bine was a frequent participant in the Freshmen group chat. He sent long and insightful messages that always sparked discussion in the house. While Bine’s attempt to save the 4B common room (RIP) was unsuccessful, he and his roommate, Lil Kev, still plan on building a constructive community within the house, so be sure to make the journey up to the old 4B 5-man, as Chris will most certainly make it worth your while. Alex Beacom Major: ??? Hometown: Nebrahoma

Alex hails from the Cornhusker state, and let me tell you, this guy shucks. Despite attending Notre Dame, Beacom still insists on watching every Nebraska football game that he can, even the ones where they lose 56-14. If you want to talk to someone about grass plains or inferior football teams, you can typically find this pre-med student in his room studying biology or chemistry, often with his girlfriend. However, it is important that no one bothers Alex when he starts studying anatomy as the material can get rather hard. Don’t worry though, as his freshman year roommate Ben can attest, these cram sessions usually don’t last too long. Alex will be forced to make his home in the double in 4Apartments next year after half the House decided they wanted to live in two common rooms. Nick Haymond Major: Grilling (Both meats and people) Hometown: Cleveland, OH If Nick doesn’t mention he’s from Cleveland when he first meets you, consider yourself blessed. The man is entirely too proud to be from the worst city in America, where rivers have been known to catch fire, and fans have been known to fight players. Whether he’s doing his engineering homework at 4am or getting kicked out of his patio, Nick will be the person to go to for advice on how to miss the greatest number of classes in the least amount of time. Nick, self- proclaimed grillmaster, is known for his affinity for burgers, whether it’s out on the quad or in the Zahm kitchen at 3am. Nick is a real ladies’ man; the woman Nick had the pleasure of going to the Decade Dance was not disappointed- Nick displayed his intimate knowledge of Russia and sleeping on couches. Nick will be living in 4Apartments, so feel free to stop by and get in a few arguments, but don’t be too surprised if you catch him sleeping in a few bushes too. Welcome Weekend Team

Captain: Joe Calce, Room 409: 805-206-1066

Assistant Captains:

Alex Conway, Room 331: 270-202-4330

Andrew Gannon, Room 251: 973-723-0462

Alec Jbara, 257: Room 257: 248-882-3347

Team Members:

Evan Muller, Room 129: 540-769-3508

Matthew Duffey, Room 157: 251-510-5094

Spencer Bindel, Room 131: 817-501-3755

Mark Moran, Room 257: 630-962-1465

Carson Lance, Room 222: 925-519-4786

Patrick O’Toole, Room 251: 617-335-6667

Patrick English, Room 222: 414-335-0806

Jimmy Balloun, Room 361: 404-435-5088

Victor Kareh, Room 357: 281-528-3229

Chris Bine, Room 462: 239-634-2383

Alex Beacom, Room 401: 402-681-6854

Nick Haymond, Room 401: 440-596-2855 Stuff to Think About 10 Rules for Success Our words are buttressed by our deeds, and our deeds are inspired by our convictions. 1. Never eat alone. - Fr. Ted Hesburgh, C.S.C. 2. Find a quiet place. 3. Be proud of your family, your heritage, and who you are. Notre Dame is full of ordinary people who do 4. Don’t be afraid to let people get to extraordinary things. know you. - 5. Get active early. 6. Don’t confuse your self-worth with I think the world would be a much better place your GPA. if people adhered to the golden rules of Notre 7. Don’t settle for your present group of Dame. friends. - Regis Philbin (A Zahm Man) 8. Study, pray, socialize and serve. 9. Listen to the stories of upperclassmen I’ve been ready for this my whole life. and alumni. - Rudy 10. Learn the names of all your brother Zahmbies.

Songs to Permanently Engrain in Your Memory

Notre Dame, Our Mother The Victory March Hooked On A Feeling (The Alma Mater) by Blue Swede Rally sons of Notre Dame, Sing her glory and sound her fame. Notre Dame, Our Mother, Ooga-chaka, ooga-ooga Tender, strong, and true, Raise her Gold and Blue, Ooga-chaka, ooga-ooga Proudly in the heavens, And cheer with voices true, Ooga-chaka, ooga-ooga Gleams thy Gold and Blue. Rah, rah for Notre Dame. Ooga-chaka, ooga-ooga Glory’s mantle cloaks thee, We will fight in ev’ry game, Golden is thy fame, Strong of heart and true to her And our hearts forever, name. I can't stop this feeling Praise thee Notre Dame, We will ne’er forget her, Deep inside of me And our hearts forever, And we’ll cheer her ever, Girl, you just don't realize Love thee Notre Dame. Loyal to Notre Dame. What you do to me Cheer, cheer for old Notre Dame, Wake up the echoes cheering her When you hold me name. In your arms so tight Send a volley cheer on high, You let me know Shake down the thunder from the sky. What though the odds be great or Everything's all right small, Old Notre Dame will win over all, I'm hooked on a feeling While her loyal sons are marching, I'm high on believing Onward to Victory. That you're in love with me ZAHM HOUSE 26

Some Nuts and Bolts

Getting a Job on Campus:

There are lots of jobs for students on campus, some even in the House. You might need to do some legwork to find one, but if you search hard enough you will be able to get one (go to: http://studentemployment.nd.edu/). If you plan on getting a job, you need to be able to fill out the appropriate paperwork.

Direct Deposit (http://controller.nd.edu/assets/89267/direct_deposit_form_v9.pdf): The University only pays students via Direct Deposit. To set up direct deposit you will need to have a voided personal check so they can set up the information correctly. If you don’t have a checking account, no problem. You can set one up with First Source Bank that is conveniently located in the basement of LaFortune Student Center or at the Notre Dame Federal Credit union located just off campus. You only need $5 to set up an account.

I-9 Employment Eligibility Form (http://www.uscis.gov/files/form/i-9.pdf): You will also need to be able to fill out an I-9 Form. For this one you have to show the ORIGINAL documents IN PERSON – check it out on the web. A lot of guys have their pay held up while they wait for Mom and Dad to send forms to them in the mail. When filling out this form make sure you use your campus address.

W-4andWH-4Forms (http://controller.nd.edu/assets/91400/fw4_current.pdf) and (http://controller.nd.edu/assets/89283/wh_4.pdf): You got to give your fair share to Uncle Sam. You can have Mom and Dad help you with this one before you even get to campus if you like.

Your Involvement

Being part of a community means more than living in a shared space. We hope that all members of our community will become active in the House. Nothing happens here without people giving of their time and energies for Zahm activities.

Zahm Banner

Zahm displays a100’ by 25’ banner on the North Quad side of our building each and every football weekend.It takes a lot of manpower to hoist the banner to the fourth floor, but it really is something we are proud of. Visitors to campus regularly come to the North Quad to take their pictures in front of the famous “Here Come the Irish” banner. Be prepared to help out on a Thursday afternoons and Sunday afternoons. We often have a cookout or another social activity to coincide with the banner raising. A picture of the old banner is to the left. ZAHM HOUSE 27

Mass in Zahm

All Zahm men are encouraged to participate in the House's religious activities as they feel comfortable. Our beautiful St. Albert the Great Chapel is always open to Zahmbies for prayer and reflection. On Sundays during term time, we celebrate Mass together at 10 pm. The men of the House, of course, serve as cantors, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, musicians, readers, servers, and singers. Mass is also celebrated at 10 pm on Mondays, Tuesdays and. Other liturgical celebrations of the sacraments and devotionals take place throughout the academic year, such as the Sacrament of Reconciliation, and the Stations of the Cross.

Zahm Militant

Zahm Militant is a faith-based fellowship intended to help residents grow as men of God. We strive to grow in Godliness by way of regular participation in the Eucharist and in fellowship activities through which we encourage one another on the journey. We also seek to grow through activities that teach us essential skills for an adult male and homilies that call us to the practice of the virtues. These two elements are drawn together by occasional speakers who come to as share how they strive to grow in faith while living in the world today.

Where does the name come from? In part it is taken from an article that describes the Zahm House namesake, Fr. John Zahm, C.S.C., as a "gentle priest" with a "heroic militancy for Christ." It also reflects the reality that becoming a man of God is not something that just happens on its own; it is something about which one must be attentive and diligent.

All men of Zahm are welcome to participate in Zahm Militant events. As we begin a new year, we will be formulating a new schedule for prayer, worship and reflection. Other meetings and events will be scheduled and announced as is appropriate for the nature of the event (e.g., Habitat for Humanity build, lesson in wood chopping, knowing your way around a car, etc.). Militant hosts the annual weekend retreat each year, as well. Typically, it takes place Friday through Sunday before the start of the Spring Semester. ZAHM HOUSE 28

House Weekend Retreat

For the past few years. many men take a weekend off in February for the our annual weekend retreat at Potato Creek State Park in North Liberty, IN (about a half hour from Zahm). Although the theme of the retreat changes yearly, it always has something to do with being a man of God. Frs. Gary and Greg will work with the coordinators of Zahm Militant to plan and run theretreat. Besides various talks, discussions, prayer experiences, meals, and other planned activities, there is plenty of free time to enjoy Potato Creek and to socialize. Zahm retreatants stay in well-furnished cabins in the State Park (8 men per cabin), which include living rooms, kitchens, dining rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, wood stoves, and screened porches. • Look out during the first semester for an email with details about this year’s retreat.

Service

The men of Zahm are especially known at Notre Dame for their service to the University and the community. The House enjoys on-going partnerships with several service providers, including the Robinson Community Learning Center, Bengal Bouts/the Holy Cross Missions, the Starlight Children's Foundation, The South Bend Catholic Worker, and the South Bend Medical Foundation.

Among many service projects, the House has hosted bowling and Halloween parties for children served by the Starlight Children's Foundation, tutors and serves as big brothers to children at the Robinson Community Learning Center, contributes generously to Bengal Bouts for the Holy Cross Missions in Bangladesh, sponsors the largest blood drive on-campus for the South Bend Medical Foundation, and helps to build houses for Habitat for Humanity. One of the House's major events--entirely planned and run by Zahmbies--is the Zahm Spring Carnival, which brings hundreds of children who suffer from chronic illnesses or who live in deprived areas of Michiana to Notre Dame's North Quad for a day of fun. The Carnival includes inflatable bouncy houses and slides, a petting zoo, face painting, an ND Fire Department fire truck and firemen, putt-putt golf, wiffle ball, jugglers, cornhole, a dunk tank, popcorn, slushies, cotton candy, and plenty of real food. Top 20 Things to Know About ND and Zahm House:

20. Living in Zahm is a once in a lifetime experience; show off all the talents you have and make the most of it.

19. Two of the best events on campus are Bengal Bouts and Bookstore Basketball —as long as you get knocked out early.

18. Eventually, we all consider being a business major.

17. : Fifty feet away in distance, 1,000,000 miles away in everything that counts.

16. If you’re going to steal from the dining hall, never say it’s for a school project.

15. Don’t sell your soul to the bookstore.

14. Za every night will add more than the Freshmen 15…oh well, the money goes to charity.

13. Meet as many girls in the first few weeks as you can. They want you to talk to them, trust us.

12. Never feel forced to walk a Smick home. There’s always the shuttle.

11. Beware of the Midnight Maid.

10. Call Notre Dame women “Smicks” only if you don’t like them or want to be disfigured.

9. 2500 pounds of anything will almost always get you in trouble.

8. Zahm Sports—there’s nothing better than cheering on the Rabid Bats, Fear, or Pain except maybe taunting their opponents until they cry.

7. Go to every dance to which you’re invited. Even if you don’t like your date, there is guaranteed to be at least one hottie there with a loser date that can’t dance. 6. Foreign Sausage should never be eaten or brought to Zahm. EVER

5. Get involved in Student Activities — run for Student Body President, seriously.

4. Don’t be afraid to laugh, especially at yourself.

3. Sleep is an overrated commodity.

2. Football is the essence of life. Tailgaters make the games even better.

1. REAL MEN WEAR RED ZAHM HOUSE 30 The Zahmbie Glossary

In the pages that follow you’ll find an insider’s guide to just about every bit of Notre Dame Vocabulary you need to know. Commit these to memory, there will be a test.

Fr. Jenkins The beloved President of Notre Dame.

The Dome You live under it. There’s no better place to be.

Brian Kelly If you don’t know who he is, why did you get a copy of this book?

Touchdown Jesus The Library’s divine referee.

The Rock Athletic facility and gym on South Quad that bears the name of Notre Dame’s Godfather: .

Rolfs Awesome athletic complex on the east side of campus. It’s top notch facilities make up for its lack of tradition. Play there now; it’ soon to be the varsity basketball building.

O’Shag O’Shaughnessy Hall, home of Arts and Leisure majors, where classes are held for lack of a better place.

Domer ND students...term often used by SMCers when their dates don’t return from the bathroom.

du Lac The name of the Notre Dame Student Handbook; it does wonders for evening out your unbalanced TV stand.

Stonehenge Awesome fountain on North Quad; AKA the peace memorial.

CoMo The Coleman Morse Center, home to Campus Ministry and the First Year of Studies office. Free popcorn and cokes are gone, but there is still a really nice, million dollar marble fountain.

Parietals ND’s rules for boy-girl slumber parties.

IGNATS The moose head that once again hangs in the basement. Currently holds the record for “Most Cavanaughties Kissed.”

Bookstore Basketball The largest 5 vs 5 single elimination Basketball Tourney in the world played in the spring all over campus. ZAHM HOUSE 31

Rabid Bats Zahm’s very own Interhall, full-contact football team.

FEAR Zahm’s Ice Hockey Team.

PAIN Zahm’s Lacrosse Team.

The Huddle A small convenience store in LaFortune that sells everything from nail clippers to Lunchables for little more than 3 times the regular price. Shuttle Runs to and from SMC. A cheap way to get downtown...if you can figure out the schedule. Dogbook Freshman Student Directory, used for finding out who is worth calling… if you find someone who doesn’t need a collar.

The Jack The Joyce Athletic and Convocation Center (J.A.C.C). Two huge humps that account for 2 of the 4 on campus.

Stepan The crazy looking geodesic dome on the north side of campus that leaks and is seriously held together with duct tape. Home to chem. exams and basketball. Yeah, it counts as a hump, too.

Foreign Sausage Absolutely not.

’Roni Za Zahm’s own satisfier of late night hunger, prepared nightly in the basement.

B.P. Breen-Phillips Hall, women’s dorm across North Quad.

Cavanaugh Our lovely sister dorm, located right next door. Huge Zahm enthusiasts.

Farley Women’s dorm just across North Quad. The absolute Finest ND has to offer. Just ask them!

P.E. Often called Physical Education, or here Pasquerilla East, another women’s dorm.

P-Dub Pasquerilla West, closer to Zahm. Lewis A women’s dorm just west of Zahm. Be sure to pronounce both syllables clearly or you have... ZAHM HOUSE 32

Ly-Ly Lyons Hall, a woman’s dorm on South Quad, whose residents tend to frequently visit Zahm.

Freshman 15 The direct result of increased consumption and decreased activity, often causing cellulite deposits on one’s stomach and thighs. Not just a girl thing; ask Luigi in 4B.

North Quad Quad that is the home to Zahm and all of its minion dorms.

Flex Points They give you $500 a semester to make up for 7 meals a week. Yeah it’s crappy math, but at least now you can buy like 2467652 Q-dogs with monopoly money. South Quad Go there for better food, not better people. Mod Quad The “East Quad” with the towers and some other dorms that don’t really matter. God Quad One of the most picturesque places in the world! West Quad Farther south and not as far west as South Quad. The high-class “mama’s boy” dorms where the children of benefactors get "randomly" placed each year. Torquemada Hallowed tradition of the House. Q-Dogs What better way for the Huddle to get rid of yesterday’s hotdogs than to sell them to us for a quarter? USC, OSU, Michigan, etc. Schools never to be mentioned unless proceeded by, “I hate…” Better learn to hate them early. Club Hes The 14-story library that houses hours of fun; Club Hes was named after our beloved President Emeritus who served ND as president for 35 years.

Challey A super chill set of singles that lie above the chapel on every floor. Short for Chapel Alley.

5-man A place for social gatherings and the complete and utter wasting away of time. Only Zahm has them, probably because we’re better than everyone else. Also, the main reason for all the freshman drama at room picks.

8-man Oh excuse me, forgot they’re “House Commons” now. R.I.P.!

Terrence He’s a ladies’ tree.

SMCer Pronounced, “Smicker”. The name given to St. Mary’s chicks. Call an ND girl a SMCer only if you want a severe beating. ZAHM HOUSE 33 Room Picks The process by which returning House members select their rooms for the upcoming year. For freshman this can include much heartbreak and many closed-door meetings. First Year Experience New course that replaces Contemporary Topics and Phys. Ed. – Notre Dame graduates will now drown at unprecedented rates for the first time in history.

Midnight Maid She comes in at like 3 a.m. and makes so much noise, you’d think there was a tornado coming. Just learn to deal with her.

LaFun AKA, LaFortune Student Center. It has everything you need.

Out like , , , A closing farewell for Zahm e-mails.

Zahm Independence Day March 29th, a glorious revolution. “Give me liberty or give me death!”

Rock It Don’t tuck it.

Conor Murphy Lounge 1st floor study lounge.

Seuh A Zahm farewell.

Zahmbie Look in the mirror – we are proud to call you brother.

The front entry of Zahm as seen from our small quad shared with Cavanaugh. Zahm and Cavanaugh pre-date North Quad and were built with their main doors entrances facing each other and their entrances oriented toward the Main Building. You’ll enter and leave many times from these doors.

We hope we’ve answered most of your questions, but if you have any questions left, or just want to hear more about what Zahm is all about, feel free to contact any of us via e-mail or phone.