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Namaste

By Moira Quinn · Friday, Oct. 11, 2024

As the NARP, non-athletic regular person, of the group who is surrounded by this environment, it is important for me to have an activity of my own to remain motivated by. In my case, that is yoga.

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An ode to a Honda Civic

By Allison Abplanalp · Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024

The 2003 Honda Civic is the ultimate blend of reliability, efficiency and style. If you’re looking for a car that's fuel-efficient, budget-friendly and full of character look no further than the 2003 Honda Civic! This timeless classic has everything you need in one amazing compact vehicle.

I miss Fisher Hall

By Noah Cahill · Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024

"As I now turn the page to my next chapter in the slightly better building that is Zahm, I hope to live with a newfound gratitude for all the blessings. They, like Fisher Hall, could be gone before I realize how special they are."

The power of a personal BOD

By Allison Elshoff · Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024

“So once you find these people, hold them close. I once received the advice to build my own ‘personal board of directors,’ a group of people that could serve as a sounding board whenever I needed advice.”

How bumper stickers broke American politics

By Declan Burke · Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024

"American politics shouldn’t be built on a basis of hatred but on a foundation of unity that aids in leading to a better future for all people."

Pirates, dancing and public make outs

By Jonah Tran · Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024

Jonah Tran reflects on one aspect of social life at Notre Dame.

I am almost never homesick

By Hannah Alice Simon · Monday, Oct. 7, 2024

"I tell myself that I have never been homesick, but suddenly I am not sure anymore."

The universal nature of themed outfits

By Marissa Panethiere · Monday, Oct. 7, 2024

‘The future depends on your ingenuity. Recycle your costumes.’

The sovereign student

By Richard Taylor · Monday, Oct. 7, 2024

To school or to learn? That is the question.

Immigration: How Trump can win

By College Republicans · Friday, Oct. 4, 2024

The existential problem of immigration to the United States must be solved quickly by a leader with an iron will. Republicans need to say “Sorry, we’re full.” They have to go back.

Editorial: Why don’t fliers fly with administration?

By Observer Editorial Board · Friday, Oct. 4, 2024

Is sterility not unsightly in its own way, too?

The helpless feeling of being human: An exposé

By Jackson Lang · Friday, Oct. 4, 2024

We come to believe with such immovable certainty that we are indeed this great person so that when circumstances are such that we can no longer believe this untruth, our worldviews are annihilated — how can we ever again be trusted to formulate accurate perceptions of reality?

Many universities have dropped charges against anti-war students. Why hasn’t Notre Dame?

By Letter to the Editor · Friday, Oct. 4, 2024

If Notre Dame truly believes in the power of respectful dialogue, the first step is meeting each other where we are — at the same table, with open hearts. This is how we begin to move forward, together.

You won’t believe what I heard

By Caroline Collins · Friday, Oct. 4, 2024

“I owe my closest friendships to the bonds I’ve formed while gossiping. From freshman year watching ‘Euphoria’ on the floor of Shannon’s common room, to sophomore year putting on purple sparkly eyeshadow with Vanshika, to junior year eating popcorn and debriefing in the 7B elounge to now senior year gathered around the kitchen island making dinner with my roommates.”