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September 17, 2024

Rev. Robert A. Dowd, C.S.C., arriving at the Inaugruation Mass

University

A historic celebration: Highlights from the Inauguration of Rev. Robert A. Dowd, C.S.C.

For only the third time in its history, the University inaugurated a new president, and the entire campus was part of the celebration. From picnics to concerts, Notre Dame faculty and staff were an integral part of the celebration. Click on the pictures below to relive some of the highlights.

University of Notre Dame President Emeritus Rev. John I. Jenkins, C.S.C. and President Emeritus Rev. Edward A. “Monk” Malloy, C.S.C. offer a prayer of blessing over University of Notre Dame President Rev. Robert A. Dowd, C.S.C. at the Convocation and Inauguration Ceremony.

Jon Batiste performing in the Joyce Center

The Inauguration of Rev. Robert A. Dowd, C.S.C.

Pathways to Notre Dame graphic with a picture of the Grotto and tulips

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Notre Dame makes historic investment in affordability and access

Father Dowd announced a historic expansion to the University’s affordability and accessibility initiatives, making Notre Dame the first highly selective faith-based university in the United States to be need-blind for all students, both domestic and international.

Sanda Ojiambo, Assistant Secretary-General, CEO, and Executive Director of the United Nations Global Compact on Business as a Global Force for Good, speaks with Anne Thompson, Chief Environmental Affairs Correspondent for NBC News

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Global leaders discuss ‘What do we owe each other?’ in 2024–25 Notre Dame Forum Inauguration Series

Global leaders in technology, philanthropy, corporate sustainability, and foreign affairs took the stage last Thursday as part of the Notre Dame Forum Inauguration Series. Read how these leaders answered the question “What Do We Owe Each Other?”

A Conversation With . . .

Meet Missy Little, director of the Office of Budget and Planning

This week, Missy Little will move from her desk in Grace Hall to South Bend building sites as she takes part in Inauguration Build 2024. NDWorks caught up with Little, who shared insight into her work at ND and her passion for Habitat for Humanity.

Ballet Folklorico Azul y Oro perform at the “Somos ND” Hispanic Heritage Month kickoff event.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Hispanic Heritage Month kicks off with Somos ND celebration and Mass in Spanish

Throughout the academic year, the Somos ND (the Spanish translation of “We Are ND”) celebration will encompass a series of activities that promote individual engagement and bring the campus community together.

Research

Unprecedented success: University marks another milestone in research funding

During the 2024 fiscal year, researchers at Notre Dame submitted 1,310 proposals for external research funding for a total of $1.016 billion—the first time the University has surpassed the billion-dollar mark for proposals.

“I want to extend my congratulations to the faculty, students, and staff who have dedicated themselves to the research enterprise of the University. This year’s successes are the tangible result of their hard work.” —Jeffrey F. Rhoads, vice president for research

Graphic reading Flu Blitz, Free Flu Vaccines September 24 and 25 in Stephan Center

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