Support, Resources, and Programming
The Division of Student Affairs aspires to serve as a trusted resource, helping to connect students with information regarding health, development, faith, residential life, extracurricular interests, and future endeavors. For questions or concerns, please email osa@nd.edu.
COVID-19 Updates
STUDENT BOOSTER REQUIREMENT
As an extension of the University’s existing COVID-19 vaccination requirement, the COVID-19 booster is also required of all students - undergraduate, graduate, and professional, including students studying or performing research remotely and/or virtually - who have been fully vaccinated for more than six months.
Students who have already received an exemption from the COVID-19 vaccine requirement are exempt from the booster requirement and do not need to reapply for a new exemption. Any student who does not already have an exemption but now needs one should email immunizations@nd.edu.
ON-CAMPUS BOOSTER VACCINATION CLINIC
Current students may receive the booster vaccination at any off-campus location or at the University’s on-campus booster vaccination clinic Tuesday, Jan. 11 through Friday, Jan. 14. The clinic will be hosted inside Gate 2 of the Edmund P. Joyce Athletic & Convocation Center (Joyce Center) and will offer the Pfizer-BioNTech booster vaccine.
The hours of operation are as follows:
Tuesday, Jan. 11: Noon to 6 p.m.
Wednesday, Jan. 12 and Thursday, Jan. 13: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Friday, Jan. 14: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Students must register for an appointment at the on-campus clinic in advance. Register here.
Yesterday, the University experienced an issue with the registration system in which a large number of students were both unable to view available time slots and schedule an appointment. This issue has been resolved and students may once again register for the on-campus clinic. Students will receive a confirmation email after their registration has been completed.
OFF-CAMPUS BOOSTER VACCINES
If you were fully vaccinated for COVID-19 more than six months ago and would like to receive a booster shot before traveling for Christmas break or while you are away from campus, a variety of options are available. For a full list of Indiana COVID-19 vaccination sites, please click here.
Documentation for students who receive the booster at the on-campus clinic or at University Health Services (UHS) will be automatically uploaded to the student’s UHS patient portal. Students who receive the booster at an off-campus location, including the Notre Dame Wellness Center, must manually upload a picture of their vaccine card to their UHS patient portal. Instructions for uploading booster documentation can be found here.
Residential Life
WINTER CLOSING AND MOVE-OUT
Residence halls will close and all hall access will be turned off for the fall semester on Friday, Dec.17 at 12 p.m. Students will not have access to their residence hall rooms again until Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022 at 9 a.m. Please plan to depart from your hall 24 hours after your last final exam. Students should also review the Residential Life website for important information regarding how to prepare rooms for the break and packing reminders. Hall staff will also share additional expectations with students.
RecSports
12 DAYS OF FITNESS
Log your physical activity in the Yule Book at the front desks of the North Dome, Rockne Memorial, the Climbing & Bouldering Wall, and the Smith Center for Recreational Sports anytime between now and Friday, Dec. 10 for a chance to win one of 78 prizes! Click here to learn more.
DONATION DROP-IN FITNESS CLASSES
RecSports' fitness classes (excluding FAST) are FREE Wednesday, Dec. 8 through Tuesday, Dec. 14. Class sizes are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis. In exchange for the free class, please bring an item to donate to our local animal shelters. Don't think you have anything to donate? Think again! Look around your room for:
- Blankets and towels
- Sheets
- Hand sanitizer
- Paper, pens, and scissors
- Paper towels
- Laundry detergent
Want to do more? Visit a local pet store for items such as crates, food bowls, and leashes – our furry friends will appreciate it! Click here to learn more.
Campus Ministry
ADVENT
Visit CampusMinistry.nd.edu/Advent for a weekly message of hope from scripture and sacred music as well as prayer opportunities and resources.
LAS POSADAS
Tuesday, Dec. 7, 9 p.m., Coleman-Morse Center
Join in walking, prayer, song, and traditional foods in this re-enactment of Mary and Joseph’s search for a place to stay as they prepared for the birth of Jesus.
SOLEMNITY OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION OF MARY
Wednesday, Dec. 8, 11:30 a.m. and 5:15 p.m., Basilica of the Sacred Heart
The Immaculate Conception, a Holy Day of Obligation, celebrates the special grace given by God to Mary that preserved her from original sin from the very moment of her conception in the womb of her mother, Saint Anne, and prepared her to be the Mother of Jesus Christ.
FEAST OF JUAN DIEGO IN HONOR OF OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE
Thursday, Dec. 9 at 5:15 p.m., Basilica of the Sacred Heart
Join Coro Primavera, the Notre Dame Folk Choir, Mariachi ND, and Ballet Folklorico Azul y Oro for a special bi-lingual Mass celebrating the Blessed Virgin Mary, patroness of the Americas.
LAS MAÑANITAS
Saturday, Dec. 11 at 11:30 p.m., Keough Hall Chapel
Enjoy traditional songs, praying the rosary, and pan dulce to serenade and celebrate Our Lady of Guadalupe on the vigil of her feast day. Music led by Coro Primavera de Nuestra Señora and Mariachi ND.
FINALS FILL-UP
Monday, Dec. 13, 8 p.m., Coleman-Morse Center
The end of the semester is near and Campus Ministry is excited to cheer you on! Stop by the Coleman-Morse Center on Monday for free Chick-Fil-A and to hear the Campus Ministry choirs sing a few of your favorite Christmas carols! Please enter through the South Quad entrance. Go Irish, beat finals!
BASILICA QUIET HOURS
Dec. 13 - 17, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m., Basilica of the Sacred Heart
Come sit with God in the peaceful quiet of the Basilica. All events except daily Masses and Confessions will be canceled during Finals Week. The Basilica is open and waiting to welcome you!
McDonald Center for Student Well-Being (McWell)
GROW PEER EDUCATORS AT THE LIBRARY
Wednesday, Dec. 8, 1 - 3 p.m., Hesburgh Library VisLab
Join the McWell GROW Peer Educators this Wednesday for a study break in the VisLab. Take a break from studying for finals to grab some snacks, pick up paint kits, and enjoy restorative music, meditation, and more. Take care of yourself this finals season!