Student Affairs E-newsletter: Sept. 15, 2020

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.

HERE For You


CALENDAR OF EVENTS
To provide students with a more comprehensive list of upcoming student programs and events, the University recently added a new student calendar to the here.nd.edu website. HERE you will find 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 also call the 24/7 CRU hotline at 574-634-HERE or email covidresponseunit@nd.edu

Student Activities Office (SAO)

TOURNAMENT TUESDAYS: CORNHOLE
Tuesday, Sept. 15, 7 - 10 p.m., Library Lawn
Today’s Cornhole Tournament will kick off Tournament Tuesdays on Library Lawn. The competition is a 20-team, double elimination tournament, and the winner will take home a Notre Dame cornhole set. Register for the tournament here.  

OLD SCHOOL GAME NIGHT
Wednesday, Sept. 16, 7 p.m., Library Lawn
It's time to bring back the old school Mario Cart on N64! Grab a friend and come out for this tournament to showcase your Mario Cart Skills. The winner will receive a $100 gift card. Co-sponsored by the Gender Relations Center (GRC).

FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS
Friday, Sept. 18, 9 -11 p.m., Library Lawn
Library Lawn is the place to be this Friday night with food trucks and giant board games.

FOOTBALL SATURDAY PREGAME AND POSTGAME
Saturday, Sept. 19, 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. to Midnight, Library Lawn
Before the Irish take on South Florida, stop by Library Lawn for free food, music, and lawn games (Notre Dame ID and mask required). After the game, come back for more lawn games and s’mores (while they last!) until midnight!

RecSports

RECSPORTS FACILITIES ARE NOW OPEN!
Ready to get back into your workout routine inside our recreation facilities? RecSports facilities reopened yesterday! Reservations are required for access. Click here to learn more.

CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT REGISTRATION 
Get ready for a cornhole tournament on Library Lawn this Sunday, Sept. 20! Registration begins today, Sept. 14, and runs through Thursday, Sept. 16. Interhall, graduate, and off-campus leagues are available. Click here to register and learn more.

WELLNESS WEDNESDAY ON LIBRARY LAWN
Wednesday, Sept. 16, 7 - 8 p.m., Library Lawn
Join RecSports for Zumba Fitness®! Click here to reserve your spot.

FITNESS FREEBIE: SCULP'T
Saturday, Sept. 19, 10 - 10:45 a.m., Charles B. Hayes Family Sculpture Park
Join RecSports and The Snite Museum of Art for this progressive boot camp workout at the northeast corner of the Charles B. Hayes Family Sculpture Park (near the Compton Family Ice Arena). Click here to learn more and to register.

McDonald Center for Student Well-Being (McWell)

CONNECTING DURING COVID
Thursday, Sept. 17, 9 - 10 p.m., Location TBD
Join the McWell GROW Peer Mentors and the GRC Relationship & Authenticity FIRE Starters for snacks, giveaway care packages, and an opportunity to meet others and learn about building connections. If interested, please register here to share a bit about yourself to help connect you with students at the event.

Multicultural Student Programs and Services (MSPS)

BLACK PANTHER MOVIE WATCH
Tuesday, Sept. 15, 8:45 p.m., Notre Dame Stadium
Join MSPS for a free showing of Black Panther in Notre Dame Stadium. Students can bring a blanket to sit on the field, but should maintain appropriate physical distance. Students must present their Notre Dame student ID for entry. 

EXAMINING LATINIDAD: AT THE CROSSROADS OF RACE, CULTURE, AND COVID-19
Thursday, Sept. 17, 4 - 5 p.m., Virtual
This virtual SpeakOut event will examine the ways in which culture and politics intersect among Latinx people and how the Latinx community experiences, navigates, and negotiates the U.S. in the midst of racial tensions and a global pandemic. Click here to reserve your space at this event. Reservations must be made by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept.16.

42 MOVIE WATCH
Thursday, Sept. 17, 8:45 p.m., Eck Baseball Stadium
Join MSPS for a free showing of 42 in the Eck Baseball Stadium. Students can bring a blanket to sit on the field, but should maintain appropriate physical distance. Students must present their Notre Dame student ID for entry. 

CULTURAL SHOWCASE
Saturday, Sept. 19, 8:30 p.m., South Quad
Students are invited to the annual MSPS Cultural Showcase. Student clubs and organizations will provide entertainment and a variety of local food trucks will be on site. Students interested in performing can sign up here

Career Development

FALL CAREER FAIR WEEK

Yesterday, the Meruelo Family Center for Career Development began the week with an Engineering Industry Day, Careers in Corporate Finance and Accounting Panel, and a Diversity and Inclusion Networking event. With plenty of events still happening this week, we hope you take advantage of what’s to come.

Tuesday, Sept. 15:

Wednesday, Sept. 16:

Thursday, Sept. 17:

If you’re planning to participate in tonight’s Virtual Fall Career Fair, please keep in mind the following:

Update Your Handshake Profile Settings

Register for the Fair

  • You MUST register for the fair before you can actually sign-up for one-on-one or group sessions with employers. Watch this video for a walk through on how to register for the fair.

Sign-Up for Sessions

  • Once registered, sign-up for sessions. Watch this video for more information on how to register for the fair, sign-up for sessions, and get a preview of what the virtual platform looks like for the Virtual Career Fair. Click here for a listing of session availability by organization.

Test Your Technology

Helpful Tips and Resources

  • Be prepared to chat with a recruiter just as you would if you were at an in-person fair. These aren't interviews, but a conversation to share and learn. Read more here.
  • Practice - and nail down - your 30-second pitch. Introduce yourself and show why you’re a good candidate - it’s the most important 30 seconds in your entire conversation with that recruiter, and helps to make a good first impression. 
  • Watch our video on 6 Tips for Virtual Interviewing.
  • Dress like you’re still meeting in person! View advice on Business Casual vs. Business Professional attire.
  • Review our Career Development Guide for Post-Interview Advice and Guidance.

Campus Ministry

SPONSORS NEEDED FOR SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION
The RCIA and Short Course processes are in need of confirmed, practicing, faith-filled Catholics who are excited to share their Catholic faith with others thinking about becoming Catholic or getting Confirmed in the Church. If you're interested in accompanying someone as they grow in faith through this incredibly rewarding ministry, please email Brett Perkins at brett.perkins@nd.edu.

NEED TO TALK?
Are you looking for ways to grow in your spiritual life or deepen your relationship with Jesus? Would you like to talk about what's going on in your life or how you're navigating some of the challenging circumstances of our world? A lay Campus Minister or priest is available every Monday through Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. in 113 Coleman-Morse (across from the marble ball) to listen, offer guidance, and share the wisdom and hope our faith provides. No appointment necessary, just drop in.

MILKSHAKE MASS
The Milkshake Mass has returned every Thursday at 10 p.m. in the Stepan Center. Please bring your joys and sorrows, fears and hopes, and pray together as the Milkshake Mass community, knowing that God already seeks you out in love.

Family Resource Center (FRC)

The Notre Dame Family Resource Center (FRC) provides support services to married, parenting, and/or pregnant students to ensure all families thrive at Notre Dame. 

The FRC hosts three virtual support groups weekly: Expectant/Newborn Parents, Tuesdays at 1 p.m.; Dad's Club, Thursdays at 1 p.m.; and Parents of Tots, Fridays at 1 p.m.  For more information about these groups, click here.

If you would like to learn more about the FRC, please stop by our afternoon snack break on Library Lawn this Thursday, Sept. 17, from 3 to 4 p.m.

GreeNDot

NATIONAL GREEN DOT DAY
Friday, Sept. 18, 6 -11 p.m., Library Lawn
Celebrate National Green Dot Day with a greeNDot themed night on Library Lawn. Complete a greeNDot bingo card to select one of many prizes including greeNDot beach towels, fanny packs, and, just in, masks! Click here for more information.

Partner Events

TAKE NO BULL BBQ
Friday, Sept. 18, 6 - 9 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 19,11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (pre-game), and 6 - 8:30 p.m. (post-game), Wind Family Fireside Terrace at Morris Inn - please enter through the west gate near Ryan Hall   
Enjoy BBQ this Friday night or before or after the Irish take on the South Florida Bulls on Saturday. Open to Notre Dame, Saint Mary's, and Holy Cross students, 21 years of age and over. 

ROHR'S PREGAME PICNICS
Rohr's has you covered for home game weekends this football season. Pick up a pre-ordered picnic package for you and four friends to enjoy Friday, Saturday before the game, or Saturday after the game. Place your order by Thursday at 2 p.m. View the menu and order here.

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