Student E-newsletter: September 8, 2026

Reminder of Campus Protocol for Interacting with Law Enforcement

To ensure all members of the campus community feel informed and supported, please review this reminder of the University’s established protocols for interactions with external law enforcement and government agencies, including federal entities. Thank you for your attention to this important guidance, which reflects our shared values of justice, care, and community while ensuring that Notre Dame remains in compliance with all applicable laws.

In-person Active Violence Preparedness Training

Notre Dame is committed to making campus as safe as possible, and helping students, faculty, and staff mentally prepare for how to respond if faced with an active threat can help the campus community think more clearly in an emergency.

The Notre Dame Police Department (NDPD) offers in-person training on active violence and emergency action planning to departments, classrooms, labs, and residence halls upon request. The training provides a foundation for active violence awareness and preparedness, and encourages situational awareness if an incident occurs.

To learn more about emergency preparedness, including active violence, or to schedule an in-person active violence preparedness training, please email safety@nd.edu.

RecSports

OFFICIATING CLINIC: FLAG FOOTBALL
Tuesday, September 8, and Wednesday, September 9, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m., DeBartolo Hall, Room 140; Thursday, September 17, 7:00 - 9:30 p.m., Ricci Family Fields
Are you interested in flag football? Would you like a flexible on-campus job? Attend an upcoming information session and become an official with RecSports! These information sessions will cover RecSports policies and procedures, the basics of the sport, and the fundamentals of officiating. All levels of experience and skill are welcome. Please email Mack Freeman with questions or for additional information.

OFFICIATING CLINIC: INDOOR SOCCER
Wednesday, September 23, and Tuesday, September 29, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m., DeBartolo Hall, Room 140; Thursday, October 1, 8:00 - 10:30 p.m., Loftus Sports Center
Are you interested in soccer? Would you like a flexible on-campus job? Attend an upcoming information session and become an official with RecSports! These information sessions will cover RecSports policies and procedures, the basics of the sport, and the fundamentals of officiating. All levels of experience and skill are welcome. Please email Jarin Bontrager with questions or for additional information.

OFFICIATING CLINIC: BASKETBALL
Tuesday, October 6, and Thursday, October 8, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m., DeBartolo Hall, Room 129; Wednesday, October 14, 7:30 - 10:00 p.m., North Dome
Are you interested in basketball? Would you like a flexible on-campus job? Attend an upcoming information session and become an official with RecSports! These information sessions will cover RecSports policies and procedures, the basics of the sport, and the fundamentals of officiating. All levels of experience and skill are welcome. Please email Mack Freeman with questions or for additional information.

Student Health and Wellness

I CAN HELP: SUICIDE PREVENTION AND MENTAL HEALTH LITERACY TRAINING
Wednesday, September 9, 5:30 - 6:45 p.m., LaFortune Student Center, History Makers Room
You don’t have to be an expert to make a difference—just a friend who knows how to listen. I CAN Help allows you to spot when someone is struggling, start supportive conversations, and connect others to real help. Register here.

TAKE A PAWS AND A T-SHIRT
Thursday, September 10, 3:00 - 3:45 p.m., Saint Liam Hall, Room 215
Take a "paws" and join the McDonald Center for Student Well-Being for Suicide Prevention Day. Visit with the comfort dogs and complete an optional mental health screening for a FREE T-shirt!

SHAMROCK KICKOFF
Saturday, September 12, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m., Fieldhouse Mall
Get ready for the ultimate game day celebration! Join the McDonald Center for Student Well-Being and the Student Activities Office for the Shamrock Kickoff before Notre Dame takes on Rice. Enjoy Keim’s hot dogs, lemon shake-ups, music, games, photos, giveaways, and plenty of Irish spirit before heading to the game.

GREENDOT BYSTANDER INTERVENTION TRAINING
Wednesday, September 16, 5:30 - 8:00 p.m., Duncan Student Center, Dahnke Ballroom
Help us shatter the “red zone” by participating in a GreeNDot Bystander Intervention training. Learn how to be an active bystander and discover strategies for how to respond to make our campus a safer place. Register here.

RECOVERY IS SPOKEN HERE (iRISH)
Wednesday, September 30, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m., LaFortune Student Center, McNeill Room
Recovery is Spoken Here (iRISH) is an interactive training that explores substance use recovery, reduces stigma, and builds confidence in supporting others. Through discussion and real-life scenarios, you will gain practical tools to help create a more supportive place for recovery in the Notre Dame community.

Office of Student Enrichment (OSE)

UNDERSTANDING YOUR FINANCIAL AID
Thursday, September 10, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m., Debartolo Hall, Room 129
Join OSE and the Office of Financial Aid to gain a deeper understanding of financial aid, the funding opportunities that are available to undergraduate students, and tips for how to best navigate financial aid packages. To register for this event, please click here.

COLD EMAILING: PRE-CAREER FAIR NETWORKING
Wednesday, September 16, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m., LaFortune Student Center, History Makers Room (Room 202)
Join OSE, First-Gen Careers, and the Center for Career Development for a hands-on workshop about how to build professional connections before attending career fairs. Learn how to identify contacts, write effective cold emails, request informational interviews, and create meaningful networking opportunities. The session will provide templates and examples to help students approach recruiters and alumni with confidence. To register for this event, please click here.

WORLD REFUGEE DAY: WHAT DO WE OWE EACH OTHER? OUR ROLE IN SUPPORTING OUR IMMIGRANT NEIGHBORS
Thursday, September 24, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m., Eck Visitors' Center Auditorium
Join OSE for a presentation by Bill Lopez who studies the effects of immigration enforcement at the University of Michigan. Professor Lopez will be joined by a panel to continue the discussion, moderated by Adriana Carrdona-Maguigad (WBEZ Chicago), Professor Ashley Sanchez (NDLS Immigration Clinic), Fr. Joe Corpora, C.S.C. (Transformational Leaders Program), and Mia Patlan (senior and co-director of the Student Coalition for Immigration Advocacy and UndocuAlly). Food will be provided and all are welcome. Guests are asked to RSVP here.

Student Activities Office (SAO)

FIRST 3 SERIES: RETRO NIGHT
Friday, September 11, 8:00 - 11:00 p.m., Library Lawn
Take a trip back in time for Retro Night, a First 3 Series event. Enjoy classic arcade games, cotton candy, rootbeer floats, and Rubik's cubes competitions all evening!

LUCKY LINEUP REWARDS
All students are invited to join Lucky Lineup Rewards, a program that rewards campus involvement. Earn shamrocks by attending events, completing Tuesday trivia, and staying engaged, then redeem points in the rewards store on the third floor of the LaFortune Student Center. Visit the program website here and sign up using the “Join Now” link.

PROSPECTIVE CLUB APPLICATION PROCESS NOW OPEN
Are you a returning student interested in starting a new club on campus? The Prospective Club Application Process is now open, and applications will be accepted through Sunday, November 1. The process has changed for the 2026-27 academic year, and an extended application window is in place for the fall semester with the final review of potential clubs now concluding in mid-spring. Email sao@nd.edu for additional information about the process, or attend one of the following information sessions:

Undergraduate Prospective Club Information Sessions co-presented with the Club Coordination Council
Wednesday, September 30, and Wednesday, October 28, from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. in Duncan Student Center, Room 134
Graduate Prospective Club Information Sessions, co-presented with Graduate Student Government
Wednesday, September 23, and Wednesday, September 30, from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. in Duncan Student Center, Room 210

University Counseling Center (UCC)

UCC THERAPY GROUPS
Prioritizing your mental health doesn't mean you need to navigate your struggles alone. The UCC offers free, confidential group therapy sessions designed specifically for students looking to connect, heal, and grow alongside their peers. Led by professional clinicians, these weekly sessions provide a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space to share experiences, build coping strategies, and discuss topics ranging from academic anxiety and stress management to relationship challenges and identity exploration.

Whether you want to actively participate in the conversation or simply listen and learn from others who understand what you are going through, therapy groups serve as a reminder that you are part of a community that cares. Space is limited, so stop by the UCC during Drop-in hours to discuss group counseling options and learn what group experience might best fit their needs. The complete list of fall 2026 offerings can be found here.

Center for Career Development (CCD)

FALL CAREER FAIR WEEK 2026
Monday, September 21 - Wednesday, September 23, Duncan Student Center, 7th and 8th Floors
Fall Career Fair Week is just a few weeks away! Open to all Notre Dame students, Career Fair Week features three nights organized by job function to help connect students with employers recruiting for internships and full-time opportunities. Plan ahead and attend one or more nights that align with the types of opportunities you want to explore. Visit careerfair.nd.edu for full event details, participating employers, and information to help you prepare.

ENGINEERING, SCIENCE, AND TECHNOLOGY NIGHT
Monday, September 21, 4:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Explore opportunities in engineering, science, computing, technology, and other STEM-related fields.
BUSINESS, FINANCE, CREATIVE, AND ANALYTICAL ROLES NIGHT
Tuesday, September 22, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Explore opportunities across business, finance, consulting, marketing, communications, analytics, design, law, organizational leadership, and other professional roles.
SOCIAL IMPACT, EDUCATION, AND SERVICE CAREERS NIGHT
Wednesday, September 23, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Explore opportunities in healthcare, education, government, nonprofit sectors, ministry, advocacy, public service, and other mission-driven fields.

Stay Connected

STUDENT CENTER OPERATING HOURS
All building hours are subject to change over University breaks and/or during major University events. Follow the Student Activities Office (@sao_nd) for information on updated building hours and more.

Duncan Student Center
Monday through Thursday: 5:45 a.m. - Midnight
Friday: 5:45 a.m. - 2:00 a.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 a.m.
Sunday: 8:00 a.m. - Midnight

LaFortune Student Center
Monday through Friday: 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 a.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 a.m.

DEPARTMENT E-NEWSLETTERS
This is the last issue of the Division of Student Affairs’ e-newsletter for the fall semester. To continue engaging regularly with Student Affairs areas and departments, please consider signing up for one or more of the following subscription-based e-newsletters to learn more about upcoming opportunities and events.

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