Caring for creation and caring for the vulnerable go hand in hand. Through a partnership between the Vatican, the Global Alliance for Laudato Si’ is helping scholars collaborate to address environmental degradation and inequality: https://go.nd.edu/ee2a63

Earlier this year, the McNeill Winter Plunge brought students to Boston to engage with individuals experiencing homelessness. Through community partners and lived experience, they gained a deeper understanding of housing insecurity: https://go.nd.edu/dd3462

@theshirtND 2026 is here! Get yours here: https://go.nd.edu/526e16

How do we hold attention in a world designed to fracture it? A panel of writers, scholars, and artists—including actor Rainn Wilson—explored that question and highlighted the virtues of resisting our devices at a Franco Institute symposium: https://go.nd.edu/e0ef50

A statement from University President Rev. Robert A. Dowd, C.S.C., in support of Pope Leo XIV:

As Artemis II slingshots around the Moon, we're mining its secrets here on Earth. Clive Neal’s lab studies Apollo 17 Moon rocks from 1972 to uncover resources that could sustain life there and fuel exploration further into space: https://go.nd.edu/7da882

Father Dan Groody has long worked at the intersection of migration, human dignity and Catholic social teaching. Now he’ll help advance that work at the Vatican as a member of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development: https://go.nd.edu/988cc8

In the midst of ongoing violence and war in many parts of the world, all are invited to celebrate a special Mass and to gather in prayer for peace tonight at 5:15 p.m. at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart.

Everyone knows political insults grab attention, but how much do politicians actually gain from them? New Notre Dame research takes a closer look at the incentives behind divisive rhetoric: https://go.nd.edu/bcf70c

What happens when warming temperatures hit Alaska’s coastal wetlands? New Notre Dame research shows these vital ecosystems may be pushed to their limits with rising temperatures: https://go.nd.edu/3236e8

“When you think of Lou Holtz, find the person closest to you and ask them, "What can I do for you?" If we can all do that, we will continue his legacy by making this a little warmer, better place than we found it.” - Skip Holtz https://go.nd.edu/3004e5

We’re expanding Pathways to Notre Dame with new affordability measures aimed at reducing or eliminating tuition and other costs for undergraduate families making less than $200,000 annually. Learn more: https://go.nd.edu/54c52a

Sister Raffaella Petrini, F.S.E., president of the Pontifical Commission and Governorate of Vatican City State, will deliver 2026 Commencement Address: https://go.nd.edu/c7b089

Timothy Shriver, chairman of Special Olympics, will receive the 2026 Laetare Medal — the oldest and most prestigious honor given exclusively to American Catholics. Shriver has dedicated his life to championing the inherent dignity of every person: https://go.nd.edu/2026LaetareTimShriver

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2026 Laetare Medalist Timothy Shriver

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Honoring a legend ☘️ Public visitation and private funeral arrangements for Coach Lou Holtz have been announced, with opportunities for the Notre Dame community to pay their respects: https://go.nd.edu/b8df29

Trees are supposed to help fight climate change. But what happens when they get sick? New research from Notre Dame shows trees with heart rot disease emit far more methane potentially turning some forests from climate helpers into climate sources: https://go.nd.edu/a2980a

Remembering the life and legacy of Lou Holtz: go.nd.edu/06005d

From the family of Lou Holtz:

We all carry little pieces of our family with us. During pregnancy, cells can pass between mother and child and remain in the body for decades. Scientists call this microchimerism. A research effort led by Notre Dame is bringing new attention to what these cells might reveal about human health. 🧵

He called him a “thorn in the side.” Yet when Robert Sam Anson was captured in Cambodia, Father Theodore M. Hesburgh worked behind the scenes, even contacting the Pope, to help save his life. Read "The Press vs. The Power": https://go.nd.edu/c8480a

Reginald “Reggie” Dillard, a client of ND Law's Exoneration Justice Clinic, was exonerated on Feb. 23, after spending 27 years in prison for a crime he did not commit. Dillard was convicted of murder in 2000 based on a 1998 shooting and was sentenced to 65 years in prison: https://go.nd.edu/9b76f7

As the Lenten season begins, you can find a number of Ash Wednesday Masses and services across campus. The campus community is welcome to come to any place or time listed to receive ashes: https://go.nd.edu/8178da

Are we shaping social media or is it shaping us? Peacebuilder Lisa Schirch explores how today’s platforms influence trust, polarization, and democracy, and how better design could strengthen communities: https://go.nd.edu/7b18a8

Roses are red, the Dome sparkles too, But nothing’s as golden as our love for you ❤️ Happy Valentine's Day

Have a listen to me talking about my research and wild teaching methods, which does include a unicorn! Thanks to @notredame.bsky.social, Jenna for being so fun to work with, and the whole media crew. fightingfor.nd.edu/podcast/cold...

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In this episode of Notre Dame Stories, anthropologist Cara Ocobock uses hands-on lessons, extreme cold research, and insights from our evolutionary past to e...

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You've probably seen the ice chapel by now. Now, hear from its creators, Martin Soros and Wesley Buonerba: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E32VLlZDhU4&feature=youtu.be

Building St. Olaf's Ice Chapel

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Before the #Olympics2026 Opening Ceremony airs tonight, biological anthropologist Cara Ocobock and materials scientist Gabriel Burks share how outdoor conditions affect winter athletes both athletically and physiologically: https://go.nd.edu/7f9f53

Winter Olympians often compete in freezing temperatures – physiology and advances in materials science help keep them warm

While physical exertion helps athletes stay warm, sweating can lead to dehydration.

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The Coyle community built a church made entirely of ice and snow. Then they held a Mass. Video intern Jocelyn Connors captured the scene at Notre Dame on Monday, February 2. https://youtu.be/TDzjZ9igaRo

Faith in the Cold: Mass in a Snow Chapel at Notre Dame

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Only at Notre Dame ☘️ Scenes from last night's Mass at the St. Olaf ice chapel

Love thee, Notre Dame 🎶 Last night, more than 1,600 Notre Dame students braved 19° temps for Mass at St. Olaf’s Chapel, built by Coyle Hall residents from the 38 inches of January snow.