University

Forbes names ND America’s Best Large Employer

In its 2025 report, Forbes places Notre Dame at the top of 700 leading organizations our size. Click to read how the rankings come together and what our leaders think about our most valuable asset: you.

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Strategic Framework

Notre Dame in elite group recognized for building a more global campus community

NAFSA: Association of International Educators recognized Notre Dame with the 2025 Senator Paul Simon Award for Comprehensive Internationalization. Notre Dame was one of only five universities to receive the award this year.

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Building a Beloved Community

Feeling seen: Institute for Social Concerns partners with Building Services on new mural and exhibit

Bridget Filipski wanted to tell the stories of her Building Services team. An email conversation with Michael Hebbeler from the Institute for Social Concerns served as the catalyst for a collaboration in research, storytelling, and art.

A Conversation With . . .

Tiffany Russell’s work with students, employees earns her the Black Excellence Staff Award

Russell, a staff social worker at the University Counseling Center, provides mental health counseling to students. She also serves as president of the Black Faculty and Staff Association. Read about how she helps others navigate life.

University

Mass planned to commemorate 10th anniversary of Father Hesburgh’s death

University President Emeritus Rev. Theodore M. Hesburgh, C.S.C., was one of the nation’s most influential figures in higher education, the Catholic Church, and national and international affairs. Click to learn more about the Mass that will be celebrated in his memory.

What Would You Fight For?

Rare diseases are more common than you think—here’s what Notre Dame is doing about it

In this episode of Notre Dame Stories, Barb Calhoun and Sean Kassen discuss how work in the College of Science is advancing rare disease research and patient advocacy . . . and offering hope to families.

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Athletics

Irish women return to No. 1 in AP Poll

Hours after nabbing the top spot in the AP Poll, the Notre Dame women’s basketball team earned its seventh ranked win Monday night, defeating No. 11 Duke. This is the first time since 2019 Notre Dame has reached the top of the poll and the first under head coach Niele Ivey.

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Graphic with white lettering on gold with circles in the background: In Memory Recently deceased employees and retirees names

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