Commencement

Congratulations to the Class of 2026

Notre Dame celebrated its 181st Commencement Ceremony on May 17, with an audience of more than 20,000. Click the button below for new videos, photos, and stories from Commencement Weekend.

Commencement 2026

University

NDHR announces 2026 Presidential Award winners

Refreshed to align with the NDValues shared last fall, these honors recognize staff who serve as role models for the ND values of Catholic mission, Community, Collaboration, Excellence, and Innovation.

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Campus

NDWorks wants to hear from you!

We want your thoughts on the print editions of NDWorks, printed 2–4 times a year and distributed across campus. Please take this short, five-question survey to share your feedback. We greatly appreciate it!

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University

Alumnus returns to lead ND band program, serve as faculty

Notre Dame alumnus Paul Popiel will return to campus to lead the oldest continuously operating collegiate band in the country as the Kenn and Pamela Ricci Director of Bands, beginning July 1.

The Link Podcast

Let’s walk: The story behind the Link Trail

The new podcast focuses on the partnerships and people behind the connection between campus and the South Bend–Elkhart region. Hosted by Tim Sexton, associate vice president for public affairs, podcast episodes will run roughly the length of a walk along the trail.

Campus

Part of Holy Cross Drive to close for resurfacing following Reunion weekend

A road resurfacing project is scheduled for Holy Cross Drive. Find more information including dates and a map here.

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