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Thomas Dobbs, Cade Czarnecki and Spencer Kelly | Monday, April 24, 2023
Get ready to rock as we journey through the music history of Notre Dame’s concert scene. From the 1970s to the 1980s, the biggest names in Rock ‘n Roll, country and pop graced the Joyce Center. Some performances left students wanting more, while others left them disappointed. Elvis Presley, Elton John and Bruce Springsteen were
Thomas Dobbs, Cade Czarnecki, Avery Polking and Spencer Kelly | Monday, April 17, 2023
Prepare to dive into the past as we explore the history of Notre Dame’s swim test. From its inception in the 1970s, the mandatory freshman swim test was a rite of passage for every incoming Notre Dame student. For many, the experience was a source of dread and anxiety, while for others, it was an
Thomas Dobbs, Lilyann Gardner and Cade Czarnecki | Monday, March 27, 2023
Since 1972, the University of Notre Dame has been home to the largest 5-on-5 outdoor basketball tournament — Bookstore Basketball. This annual tradition during the University’s An Tostal celebrations was created by students Fritz Hoefer (‘72) and Vince Meconi (‘75), who wanted to provide a platform for average students to pursue athletics on a larger
Spencer Kelly, Lilyann Gardner, Thomas Dobbs and Cade Czarnecki | Monday, February 13, 2023
This Thursday, Feb. 16, the 93rd annual Bengal Bouts will begin its preliminary rounds. A men’s boxing tournament that benefits the Holy Cross Mission in Bangladesh, Bengal Bouts seems to perfectly combine two integral aspects of Notre Dame’s identity: a passion for sports and a commitment to social impact. This week, From the Archives takes