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Letter to the Editor | Wednesday, January 26, 2022
The campaigning period for the Student Body President and Vice President Election is now underway. Two tickets received the required number of signatures to become official candidates. These tickets, listed in alphabetical order by the last name of the candidate for president, are: Patrick Lee (president) | Sofia Stitt (vice president) Sierra Stinson (president) |
Genevieve Coleman | Friday, October 1, 2021
In response to negative comments made against Saint Mary’s students on Yik Yak, tri-campus student leaders encouraged the community to celebrate Saint Mary’s students on Thursday for Smick Day. The event was held outside Dalloway’s and was complete with giveaways, lawn games and food. In addition, there were information tables hosted by South Bend’s Family
Heaven Carter | Thursday, September 30, 2021
The Notre Dame student senate gathered Wednesday evening on the second floor of LaFortune to discuss the addition of a new senate member, “Smick Day” and the climate surrounding COVID-19 protocols and concerns. Student body vice president Matthew Bisner kicked off the meeting by welcoming their newest member, Bella Mittleman, from Fischer graduate hall. The
Genevieve Coleman | Friday, September 24, 2021
Editor’s note: This story includes strong language, as well as mentions of sexual assault and suicide. A list of sexual assault reporting options and on-campus resources can be found on the Notre Dame, Saint Mary’s and Holy Cross websites. Following the release of Shamrock Series ticket lottery results on Sunday, Saint Mary’s students were targeted through anonymous online posts on
Crystal Ramirez | Wednesday, March 31, 2021
During Tuesday’s Title IX Town Hall meeting held by the Notre Dame student government, Title IX board members and coordinators from the tri-campus community gathered to discuss the impact of new Title IX regulations. In light of recent Title IX changes came noteworthy alterations to the regulations and procedures in place on each campus. Michael
Isabella Volmert | Thursday, August 13, 2020
When the senior executives of student government took office last spring, president Rachel Ingal, vice president Sarah Galbenski and chief of staff Aaron Benavides received some general advice to respond to the needs of the times. “But wow, I did not think it would turn out the way it did,” Ingal said. Although the administration
Emily Hunt | Tuesday, March 24, 2020
As the spread of COVID-19 causes massive social and economic disruption, Notre Dame student organization leaders continue to advocate for students to have a voice, support and access to opportunities. Incoming Notre Dame student body president and vice president juniors Rachel Ingal and Sarah Galbenski have been working closely with many members of the administration
Observer Staff Report | Thursday, February 6, 2020
Campaigns for the student body government elections began Tuesday after six tickets received the 700 signatures required to enter the race. The following tickets were announced for president and vice president, respectively: junior Noble Patidar and freshman Connor Patrick; junior Connor Whittle and sophomore Jack Rotolo; junior Zachary Mercugliano and freshman Gavriella Lund; freshmen Henry
Ciara Hopkinson | Thursday, January 23, 2020
At its weekly meeting Wednesday evening, the Notre Dame student senate focused on issues of representation and reflected on its effectiveness in serving the student body. The session began with a conversation about race and reactions to Walk the Walk Week. “I think this is a really valuable time, especially during Walk the Walk Week,
Andrew Cameron | Thursday, January 16, 2020
The Notre Dame student senate convened Wednesday for its first meeting of the 2020 spring semester. The minutes from the last Senate meeting (Dec. 11) were read and approved without objection. Student body vice president Patrick McGuire opened with several announcements. He welcomed the senators back from the break, then reminded the senate about the Martin