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.

Student Activities Office (SAO)

TOURNAMENT TUESDAYS: KAN JAM
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 7 - 10 p.m., Library Lawn
Compete in a Kan Jam tournament tonight on Library Lawn.

NDTV’S ELECTION NIGHT AT NOTRE DAME
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 7 - 10 p.m., Midfield Commons or Channel 57
Skip the partisan election coverage and tune into NDTV's Election Night hosted by journalism students featuring campus voices. Watch Election Night at Notre Dame live from Midfield Commons or on campus Channel 57. 

COLLEGE DEMOCRATS ELECTION WATCH PARTY
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 8:15 p.m. - 12 a.m., Dahnke Ballroom

COLLEGE REPUBLICANS ELECTION WATCH PARTY
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 8 p.m. - 3 a.m., DeBartolo 102

PRISMND/DIVERSITY COUNCIL ELECTION NIGHT SPACE
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 9 p.m. - 12 a.m., Coleman-Morse Lounge

NOTRE DAME DANCE CO. SHOWCASE
Thursday, Nov. 5 and Friday, Nov. 6, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m., Washington Hall
The Notre Dame Dance Co. Showcase takes the stage at Washington Hall on Nov. 5 and 6. Tickets can be purchased through the ND Student Shop or at the door.

SUB ACOUSTIC CAFE
Thursday, Nov. 5, 9 - 11 p.m., Library Lawn

FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS
Friday, Nov. 6, 9 - 11 p.m., Library Lawn
This week’s Food Truck Friday features Parmajacos with student acoustic musicians.

HOLIDAY TRIVIA NIGHT
Friday, Nov. 6, 9 - 11 p.m., Stepan Center
Join SAO at Stepan Center for a holiday-themed trivia night!

IRISH WEAR GREEN FOOTBALL SATURDAY PREGAME FESTIVITIES
Saturday, Nov. 7, 3:30 - 7 p.m., Library Lawn, South Lawn, and North Quad
Remember to wear green when the Irish take on Clemson! Starting at 4:30 p.m. on South Lawn and North Quad, enjoy live music, free Chick-fil-A, and opportunities to pick up green gear for the game. Lawn games and afternoon college football will be a part of the festivities on North Quad, South Lawn, and Library Lawn.

RecSports

HIGH FITNESS® FREEBIE CLASS
Friday, Nov. 6, 8:15 - 9 p.m., Online
Join RecSports and instructor Ashle for a free HIGH Fitness® class. This class is old school aerobics meets contemporary HIIT training. Click here to learn more and to register.

University Counseling Center (UCC)

COUNSELING SUPPORT
As we enter into the last week of the semester, the UCC would like to remind students about how to access counseling support.

• Drop-In Hours
  The UCC offers daily drop-in hours to help students see a counselor without waiting for a scheduled appointment. Drop-in appointments are both single session counseling appointments to address immediate needs and a way to get connected with additional UCC services. Drop-in hours are available Monday, Thursday, and Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Tuesday and Wednesday from 1 to 4 p.m. Until further notice, simply call the UCC (574-631-7336) during drop-in hours and indicate that you would like to do a drop-in appointment. The UCC staff will help get you started with an online questionnaire and you will then meet with the next available counselor. Students should allow for approximately 60 minutes for drop-in appointments.
   
• UCC Helpline
  Call the UCC Helpline 24/7 (574-631-TALK) to speak with a counselor about a concern.

• Crisis Support
  Call the UCC Office (574-631-7336) 24/7 for crisis services that will connect you to an after-hours counselor.

• Fighting Irish Care
  Visit Fighting Irish Care to create your profile and utilize the TalkNow feature to hold a video or phone conversation with a counselor about an immediate concern.   

VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS
The UCC offers a variety of workshops to help students connect with one another in a safe space while also learning helpful skills to manage the remainder of the fall semester. Workshops focus on issues like body image, communication skills, and stress management. Each workshop is held via Zoom. Sign up here.

Sara Bea Accessibility Services

DISABILITY IS ON THE BALLOT
Disability is on the ballot in 2020. To help students process election results, Emily Voorde, Assistant Director for Sara Bea Accessibility Services, will host drop-in hours for any student seeking space to unpack how their visible or invisible disability, or that of someone they love, has been impacted by our nation's politics.

Emily is available in 30-minute increments, either virtually or in-person, from her office in Flanner Hall. Schedule your appointment here. Arrangements can be made for students wishing to meet in groups of 2 or 3. For questions, please email Emily at evoorde@nd.edu.

McDonald Center for Student Well-Being (McWell)

KINDNESS MEDITATION
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 12:30 p.m., Online
The practice of kindness meditation helps us to foster greater compassion for others and let go of judgement and hostility. Students are invited to immerse themselves in serenity before tonight’s election and media frenzy. As we practice loving kindness, we'll focus on our common humanity in these divisive times. Join the online session here. 

LAUGHTER YOGA
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 6 p.m., Coleman-Morse Lounge
Research shows countless benefits of laughter in multiple dimensions of well-being. This entertaining spin on yoga is sure to boost your endorphins during a tough week. No prior yoga experience or fitness clothes are necessary. Bring a mat or towel if you have one, and McWell will have a few available for use as well. Stay for treats following the session.

Campus Ministry

ELECTION PRAYER NIGHTS
Do you find yourself praying for insight into this challenging and divisive election season? Campus Ministry invites you to bring your participation in political life into the light of prayer. We welcome students of all faith traditions to attend a short prayer service on Tuesday evenings.

• Tuesday, Nov. 3, 7:30 to 8 p.m.
  Holy Family Statue on Bond Quad
  One Body in Christ: On this Election Day evening, join us to pray for unity in our country and Notre Dame community.

• Tuesday, Nov. 10, 7:30 to 8 p.m.
  Grotto (Crypt, inclement weather location)
  This Far By Faith: In celebration of Black Catholic History Month, Night Prayer will be prayed in the Black Catholic Spiritual tradition. 

Find additional election-related resources here.  

THIS FAR BY FAITH: CELEBRATING BLACK CATHOLIC HISTORY MONTH
Join Campus Ministry as we celebrate Black Catholic History with a series of prayer opportunities throughout the month of November. 

Residence Hall Masses

• Sunday, Nov. 8, 8:30 p.m. in Stepan Center, post-Communion reflection by Eric Styles, Rector of Carroll Hall 
• Sunday, Nov. 15, 4 p.m. in DeBartolo 101, post-Communion reflection by Kayla August, Rector of Lyons Hall

Night Prayer (part of the Election Prayer Nights series)

• Tuesday, Nov. 10, 7:30 p.m. at the Grotto (Crypt, inclement weather location). This Night Prayer will be prayed in the Black Catholic Spiritual tradition; Deacon Mel Tardy will preside and preach. 

Indoor Dining

Due to the increased number of COVID-19 cases on campus, indoor dining at Duncan and Lafortune Student Centers is not permitted. Dining outlets remain open for take-out only, and eating in common, event, or meeting spaces continues to be prohibited. A limited amount of indoor dining is available at North and South Dining Halls, and students are also encouraged to dine in the heated tents across campus. 

Study Spaces

The following spaces are available for quiet study during reading days and finals week. All locations will be disinfected each morning with additional disinfectant available for student use throughout the day. Masks must be worn at all times and students should continue to adhere to all health and safety protocols, including physical distancing. Ambassadors will also be present to monitor the spaces. No food is permitted inside the buildings.

• Academic Buildings: Open during normal hours on Friday, Nov. 13. 
• DeBartolo Hall: Open from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12 through Thursday, Nov. 19 and from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 20. 
• Coleman-Morse Center: Open from 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 12 through Thursday, Nov. 19 and from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 20.
• Duncan Student Center (including Rasmus Club), LaFortune Student Center, and Hesburgh Library will also remain open. Hours of operation can be found here. 

Winter Break Shuttle Service

AIRPORT SHUTTLE 
Royal Excursion will offer end of the semester shuttle service from Notre Dame direct to Midway and O’Hare airports on Nov. 18, 19, 20, and 21. Return service will also be provided on Jan. 29, 30, and 31. Students are encouraged to make reservations in advance as bus capacity is limited.

For Reservations, please click here or reserve on the Royal Excursion Facebook page. For additional questions or information, please email Airport@royalexcursion.com.

House of Brigid Now Accepting Applications

 

The House of Brigid program invites recent graduates to engage in a year of service by volunteering in parishes in either Dublin or Wexford, Ireland.

Throughout the year, fellows live and work in an intentional community, live out their faith, engage with Irish culture, and grow spiritually, personally, and professionally. Housing and a monthly living stipend are provided.

Graduating seniors who are considering service, education, music, theology, and/or ministry are encouraged to apply. To learn more about the program and receive the application, please complete this Google Form. Learn more about the House of Brigid here. 

HERE For You

CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Check out this list of virtual and in-person opportunities to engage socially, emotionally, spiritually, and physically on campus.

INCIDENT REPORTING
Any member of the campus community can share concerns about individuals engaged in unsafe practices by using this form. The relevant University office will follow up on these reports promptly.

CRU HOTLINE
Students who have questions or concerns related to testing, the daily health check, contact tracing, quarantine and isolation, or any other University resources or protocols can call the 24/7 CRU hotline at 574-634-HERE or email covidresponseunit@nd.edu.