Student Affairs E-newsletter: May 4, 2021

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.

Health and Wellness Resources

CENTER FOR STUDENT SUPPORT AND CARE
The Center for Student Support and Care is committed to offering ongoing support and resources to all students. If you or someone you know would like to talk, please sign up for a time to meet with one of our Care and Wellness Consultants. There are times available throughout the day to meet either in person or virtually with a member of our team. We can also be reached at 574-631-7833 or via email at care@nd.edu

UNIVERSITY COUNSELING CENTER (UCC)
The UCC provides a safe, confidential, non-judgmental space where students can feel free to explore a wide variety of concerns and issues. All UCC services are accessed through Drop-In Hours. No appointment needed; simply call (574) 631-7336 to get started. 

FIGHTING IRISH CARE 24/7 TELEHEALTH SERVICES
All Notre Dame students have free and immediate 24/7 telehealth access to medical and mental health support through Fighting Irish Care. Whether you’re feeling sick or overwhelmed, you will be able to talk to a licensed provider from your smartphone or any web-enabled device. Licensed providers are available to diagnose non-emergent medical conditions, prescribe medications, and offer mental health support and wellness coaching via phone or secure video visits. Visit go.nd.edu/FightingIrishCare to create your profile to speak with a doctor or mental health provider.

Student Activities Office (SAO)

ACAFEST
Thursday, May 6, 8 - 10 p.m., Notre Dame Stadium
AcaFest is an a cappella event under the lights at Notre Dame Stadium featuring student performance groups from the University of Notre Dame and Saint Mary's College. Come early for free food from food trucks outside Gate E starting at 7 p.m.

Performing groups include The Undertones, Halftime, Unchained Melodies, The Echoes, Harmonia, Encore!, and Bellacapella. Capacity is limited and is on a first-come, first-served basis for students with a student ID. Gate E opens at 7:30 p.m.

COOKIES AND CANVAS
Friday, May 7, 9 - 11 p.m., North Quad Tent
Summer is approaching and it's only right we celebrate with a beach painting. Join SAO for the last Cookies and Canvas of the semester and end your night with some delicious Insomnia cookies. Space is limited, so make sure to reserve your seat here

END OF SEMESTER CARNIVAL
Saturday, May 8, 8 p.m. - midnight, Campus-wide
Come one, come all to the 2021 End of Semester Carnival!

Start your night with a special themed dinner provided by Campus Dining in the South Quad Big Top (South Quad Dining Tent) from 4 to 8 p.m. Then, be sure and get festival style flowers braided in your hair by licensed hair stylists for a fun evening look.  

At 8 p.m. the carnival doors will open on the West Quad Fields and Faculty/Staff Bookstore lots. Experience carnival rides and games as well as food trucks featuring elephant ears, funnel cakes, and novelty ice cream. Feeling up to a challenge? Visit the two escape rooms on the field sponsored by the Themed Entertainment Association.

Need a break from all the action? Make your way to Library Lawn and relax by a fire pit and roast some marshmallows while you listen to student bands competing in the WVFI Battle of the Bands. Live music can also be found on South Lawn following dinner. 

This event and dinner are open to all undergraduate and graduate students who live on or off campus. Masks must be worn on the West Quad Fields and when in groups of 25 or more.

AN EVENING WITH JAY PHAROAH
Tuesday, May 11, 9 p.m., Notre Dame Stadium
Join SAO for An Evening with Jay Pharoah and his celebrity friends. The six-season Saturday Night Live alum is well known for his stellar impressions of President Barack Obama, Jay-Z, Denzel Washington, Kanye West, and many more. Pharoah also made a splash with his memorable character, Principal Daniel Frye, based on his own high school principal. Space is limited, so be sure and reserve your seat in advance. Register here.

RecSports

GLOW DISC GOLF
Thursday, May 6, 8 p.m. - midnight, West Quad Fields
Join RecSports this Thursday for the first ever glow in the dark Disc Golf tournament. You and your friends have the opportunity to navigate the disc course with only the glow of your discs and baskets. Nine holes will be available to play. Pre-registration for your time slot is required. Click here to learn more and to register.

Multicultural Student Programs and Services (MSPS)

MSPS FOCUS GROUPS
Thursday, May 6, 1 p.m. and 1:50 p.m.
Share your thoughts about life at Notre Dame by joining one of two MSPS focus groups this Thursday. Eight spots are available for each group, which will be held in the LaFortune Coalition Lounge and virtually via Zoom. To register, please email msps@nd.edu.

McDonald Center for Student Well-Being (McWell)

GROW & ACTIVE MINDS CONNECTION EVENT
Thursday, May 6, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., LaFortune Ballroom
Join GROW and Active Minds for a game of We’re Not Really Strangers. The game is centered around connection and authenticity. For more information about the game, check out @werenotreallystrangers on Instagram. For more information about the event, follow @mcwellnd and @activeminds.nd.

APPLY TO BE A GROW PEER EDUCATOR 
GROW, the peer educator branch of McWell, strives to enhance student well-being through creating and promoting resources in addition to planning events. This year’s educators have focused on topics such as stress management, mind-body connection, and social connection. Some events have included self care kit stations, an online cooking class, and the flowers for friends giveaway. Students of any class year and major are encouraged to apply. If you have a passion for holistic well being, learn more and apply here

REGISTER FOR THE MCWELL REFLECTION CHALLENGE
Pausing for a moment to reflect on the past can help to contextualize experiences and offer insights. To join, text “@reflectND” to 81010 by Wednesday, May 5 and you will receive two texts a day with reflection prompts. Every answered prompt earns an entry into a drawing for a McWell prize pack, including a polaroid camera! Email mcwell@nd.edu with questions. 

END OF YEAR WELLNESS SURVEY
Throughout the year, McWell has collected data to assess the wellness needs of all students. Please take 10 minutes or less to complete the final survey of the year by Tuesday, May 11 to help the University continue to learn how to best support you. Students who complete the survey can enter into a drawing to receive $100, $25, or $10 in Domer Dollars. 

Campus Ministry

FINALS WEEK FILL UP
Thursday, May 13, 8 p.m., CoMo
Come to Coleman-Morse for a free Chick-Fil-A sandwich next Thursday - once they're gone, they're gone! Please enter through the South Quad entrance and the Campus Ministry team will work up their best cheers as you exit onto Bond Quad. Go Irish, beat finals! 

NEED TO TALK
Stop by Coleman-Morse to find a friendly, listening ear. Sometimes we just need a space to talk about what's on our mind or heart. It doesn't have to be urgent or a crisis, we're simply here for you. A campus minister is available from 5 to 7 p.m., Monday through Thursday in 113 CoMo to be present with you no matter the topic. Our last night of the semester will be Thursday, May 13. To meet at a different time, please submit this form.

MILKSHAKE MASS RETURNS TO DILLON HALL
After two years on the move, it's a delight to share that Milkshake Mass will return home to Dillon Hall for the final two weeks of the semester. All are welcome to celebrate Mass on Thursday, May 6 and Thursday, May 13 at 10 p.m. in the Dillon courtyard. Milkshakes will follow.

Center for Career Development

SUMMER PLANS: TOOLS FOR FINDING A SUMMER EXPERIENCE
Tuesday, May 4, 4 - 5 p.m., Virtual
In this workshop you will learn about resources, tips, and tricks to help you find a valuable summer experience.

INTRO TO INVESTMENT BANKING FOR FRESHMEN
Wednesday, May 5, 5:15 - 6:15 p.m., Duncan 512 & Virtual
This is an interactive learning lab in which Bob Rischard and Wall Street Club officers will give an elementary overview of careers in Financial Services. We will discuss qualifications, roles, lifestyle, geographic viability, etc. 

CRUSH YOUR INTERVIEW
Thursday, May 6, 4 - 5  p.m., Virtual
Through this workshop you will learn the basic principles of interviewing and get tips on how to crush your virtual interview.

WRITING AN EFFECTIVE RESUME
Friday, May 7,12 - 1 p.m., Virtual
In this interactive workshop you will learn the basic principles of how to create a professional resume. You will use your laptop to begin creating your resume during the session.

JOB SEARCH FOR SENIORS
Friday, May 7, 1 - 2 p.m., Virtual
Seniors, join this workshop to learn strategies and resources for finding an awesome post-grad opportunity!

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