Student Affairs E-newsletter: April 25, 2023

Author: Kate Morgan

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.

Campus Ministry

ANTISEMITISM AWARENESS WEEK
Antisemitism Awareness Week is an annual series of events hosted by the Jewish Club to educate the Notre Dame community about antisemitism. All are invited to attend a variety of events focused on different aspects of antisemitism to learn how we can help to create a more inclusive campus. Food and beverages provided at all events.

  • PANEL DISCUSSION: JEWISH LIFE AT NOTRE DAME
    Tuesday, April 25, 5 - 6 p.m., DeBartolo Hall 214 
    Join a panel of Jewish students and faculty as they share their experience on campus as members of the Jewish community. Jimmy John's will be provided.
  • INTERFAITH SHABBAT DINNER
    Friday, April 28, 6 - 7 p.m., Duncan Student Center W24
    Join the Jewish Club as we end Antisemitism Awareness Week with a Shabbat celebration focused on interfaith solidarity, combating antisemitism and other forms of religious hatred, and community building. Rohr's and Kosher deli will be provided.

TALK JUSTICE, EAT TACOS
Thursday, April 27, 6 - 7:30 p.m., Outdoor tables north of LaFortune Student Center
Did you know that over 11,500 people died by gun violence in our country this year alone? Join Campus Ministry for a conversation about how gun violence has impacted your life. What are some ways we might respond? What does the Church say about gun violence? Talk, and we will listen. La Esperanza will be served for dinner. The backup location for inclement weather is Duncan W210. RSVPs are appreciated but not required. Please email Becky Czarnecki for more information. 

MASS OF FULL COMMUNION AND CONFIRMATION 
Sunday, April 30, 12 p.m., Basilica of the Sacred Heart
Please join us as our baptized candidates from the year-long RCIA and spring Short Course profess their faith and celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation. Candidates for Full Communion will also be received into the Catholic Church, and Bishop Kevin Rhoades of the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend will preside. This moment marks the culmination of many months of prayerful preparation in each participant's journey of faith. 

EXALT ADORATION
Friday, April 28, 7:30 p.m., Dunne Hall Chapel 
Rev. Stephen Koeth, C.S.C., will offer a reflection, and praise and worship will be led by Totus Tuus. Confession + Prayer Teams will be available, and a social with snacks and drinks will follow.

2023-2024 LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Every year, Campus Ministry needs many student leaders to help create, plan, and run our various ministries, and we invite you to share your insights, experiences, and faith with other students next academic year. From the Faith + Justice Alliance to leading a small group to working with our Black, Asian, and Latino Student Ministries, there are a variety of ways to serve. Please take a look at the variety of possibilities and learn more on our website.

RecSports

GROUP FITNESS FREE WEEK
Thursday, May 4 - Friday, May 12, RecSports Group Fitness Studios
Throughout Reading Days and Exam Week your favorite RecSports instructors will teach classes for FREE! An active Group Fitness pass is NOT required to register, however, pre-registration is encouraged. All offerings become available for registration exactly one week prior to the class start time.

SUMMER OPERATIONS
Modified hours starting Saturday, May 13
All RecSports facilities will begin modified hours for commencement celebrations, on-campus events, and summer break starting Saturday, May 13. Visit recsports.nd.edu for more information.

Gender Relations Center (GRC)

GRC FIRESTARTER APPLICATION
The GRC is now accepting applications for its 2023-2024 Firestarter program. Firestarters are peer educators who assist the GRC in programming surrounding LGBTQ issues, gender equity and intersectionality, relationships and authenticity, and violence prevention initiatives. The time commitment is between two and five hours per week. Click here to apply.

LGBTQ GRADUATION RECOGNITION CEREMONY
Saturday, May 20, 10 a.m., Carey Auditorium
The GRC welcomes graduating seniors to our annual graduation ceremony where we will honor the achievements of LGBTQ and Ally students. Please RSVP by Friday, May 5 to ensure you receive a stole. Individuals who cannot attend the event but would like to receive a stole may do so by indicating their preference in the form.

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