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-Kay Bontempo | Monday, April 29, 2019
Founded in 2008, Duncan Hall occupies West Quad near McGlinn, Keough and Ryan Halls. Home to 232 Highlanders, Duncan is one of the newest dorms on campus and is known to some for its large rooms and pleasant accommodations. The hall recently distinguished itself by winning 2019 Men’s Hall of the Year, something many Highlanders
Kay Bontempo | Friday, April 12, 2019
The storied tradition of Notre Dame Football has included 11 national titles, seven Heisman Trophy recipients and “Rudy” moment or two, but Friday may see something brand-new for the University: a female mascot. Sophomore Lynnette Wukie has made it through the initial application process to become a finalist for the beloved leprechaun role. On Friday
Kay Bontempo | Wednesday, April 10, 2019
Best-selling journalist and ocean conservationist Paul Greenberg discussed his recent book, “The Omega Principle: Seafood and the Quest for Long Life and a Healthier Planet” Tuesday in DeBartolo Hall. The event was sponsored by the Notre Dame minor in sustainability and the department of environmental engineering. Greenberg began the talk by introducing himself. “I’m not
Kay Bontempo | Friday, March 29, 2019
Senior FTT major Zoë Usowski will present the original theatrical production “Dymphna,” which tells the story of a 1930s mental ward nurse struggling with issues of morality, for the first time Friday evening in the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center as part of her senior thesis. Usowski said she first proposed the idea behind “Dymphna” because
Kay Bontempo | Thursday, March 7, 2019
ND Votes hosted a discussion on Wednesday which addressed an issue at the forefront of modern American politics — demographics and how one’s place of birth can influence voting habits. The event, held in the Geddes Hall Coffee House, was part of an ongoing monthly series called “Pizza, Pop and Politics,” sponsored by the Center
Kay Bontempo | Wednesday, March 6, 2019
A few days into 2019, I woke up to find my Instagram feed filled not with models or influencers, but with photo after photo of aesthetically pleasing folded clothes and well-organized bookshelves. Bemused, I took to the internet to find the source of the craze. Netflix’s new series, “Tidying Up with Marie Kondo,” which takes
Tobias Hoonhout, Hayden Adams, Kay Bontempo, Will Richard, Mike Everett and Jimmy Ward | Wednesday, February 20, 2019
142 lbs. Dan “The Emotional Punching Bag” Wilborn def. Robert “The Kidd” Hernandez In the first fight of the night, sophomore Robert Hernandez of Siegfried faced off against Knott senior Dan Wilborn. Both fighters came in energetically in the first round, but Wilborn quickly landed a blow to Hernandez’s face, and the Siegfried sophomore took
Kay Bontempo | Thursday, February 7, 2019
Notre Dame’s McGrath Institute for Church Life will receive the 2019 “Lead. Learn. Proclaim.” award from the National Catholic Educational Association, to be presented at the NCEA’s conference this coming April. Presented annually, the award recognizes Catholic education institutions for exceptional achievements and dedication. Dr. John C. Cavadini will attend the NCEA conference and accept
Kay Bontempo | Thursday, February 7, 2019
The creative minds behind Evil Czech Brewery and Corndance Tavern have ventured into new territory with Jesús Latin Grill, a uniquely inspired Latin-fusion restaurant — but if you’re expecting typical chips and salsa or Chipotle-esque burritos, look elsewhere. The new eatery isn’t afraid to move past the classics, instead taking a fresh approach to Latin
Nora McGreevy, Sara Schlecht, Ryan Israel, Mike Donovan, Jake Winningham, Nia Sylva, Kay Bontempo, Lucas Masin-Moyer, Carlos De Loera and Ethan Utley | Thursday, December 6, 2018
In early December, as finals begin to emerge on the horizon, Scene writers take off their headphones, pause the music and look back at what they’ve listened to throughout the year. Each writer picks their personal 20 best albums, and 2018 had no shortage of albums to choose from. Old names returned to the scene,