For the week of May 4
This is a weekly digest of events and announcements for faculty/staff/postdocs.
NOTE: The last student version of the semester will be sent Sunday, May 10. During June and July, the student version will only be sent to students enrolled in the Summer Session, beginning Sunday, June 7, through Friday, July 17.
Arts and Performances
Exhibitions
Visio Divina: Contemplate with the Collection
Visio divina, or “sacred seeing,” is an ancient form of Christian prayer in which we allow our hearts and imaginations to prayerfully and meditatively enter an image. Join us for guided sessions of visio divina with sacred art in the Mary, Queen of Families Chapel or with works of art in the galleries.
Tuesday, May 5; 11 to 11:30 a.m. in the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
Spotlight Exhibit—Éire Óg / Young Ireland
In 1842, a group known as Young Ireland founded a newspaper to advocate for a politically independent Ireland by appealing to the country’s young intellect. The objects in this exhibit demonstrate the role that youth played, or were asked to play, in the often-romanticized struggle for Irish independence.
Weekdays through Thursday, May 7; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Rare Books & Special Collections (Room 102), Hesburgh Library
Art + Insight
Engage with art, connect with others, and explore new perspectives in Art + Insight, a program designed for adults 55+. Through guided close-looking exercises, lively conversations, and shared experiences, the group will discover fresh ways to engage with art while building community. Join in each month for meaningful discussions and creative inspiration.
Thursday, May 7; 1 to 2 p.m. in the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
Art Social in the Afternoon: A Creative Gathering
Get creative and connect with friends during this drop-in program just for adults. Bring your friend group and a creative spirit or come solo and ready to make new friends. We supply the project, materials, inspiration, and guidance—a match made in heaven.
Saturday, May 9; 3 to 4:30 p.m. in the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
Performances
Artist Talk: David Martin and Joe Syrette
This artist talk brings together David Martin from the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi and Joe Syrette from the Ojibwe, Batchewana First Nation, the creators of the powwow drum Song of the Water / The Healing Drum. Each artist will share insights into their artistic practice and their connection to this powerful work, followed by a facilitated Q&A.
Thursday, May 7; 6 to 7 p.m. in the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
Fischoff Soiree
Take in a lunchtime concert featuring a senior division ensemble from the prestigious Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition. Following the performance, musicians will be available for an interactive Q&A session.
Friday, May 8; noon to 12:45 p.m. in the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art
Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition
The 53rd Annual Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition is the largest and longest-running chamber music competition in the nation. The competition is open to both junior and senior division string and wind ensembles, awarding more than $60,000 worth of cash prizes in addition to concerts and tours.
Friday through Sunday, May 8–10, in the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center and O’Neill Hall of Music
Lift Every Voice Performance, Awards Ceremony, and Gold Medal Concert
This Fischoff concert will showcase the four gold medalists in each division, including a play-off between the senior wind and senior string gold medalists to determine the grand prize winner. All events on Saturday and Sunday will be livestreamed on the Fischoff website (fischoff.org) and on YouTube (@FischoffNCMC).
Sunday, May 10; 3:30 p.m. in the Leighton Concert Hall, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Athletics and Sporting Events
Visit the Athletics composite schedule for events this week.
Deadlines or Registrations
Virtues & Vocations Webinar: “Mattering” with Jennifer Wallace
As part of the Virtues & Vocations series “Conversations on Character and the Common Good,” Jennifer Wallace will discuss her new book, Mattering. There will be time for audience questions. Virtues & Vocations is a national forum housed at the Notre Dame’s Institute for Social Concerns. Register for the free webinar online.
Monday, May 11; noon to 1 p.m. virtually
Excellence in Mentorship Workshop
Are you hosting an undergraduate student, high school student, or teacher in the lab this summer or next academic year? Join the Center for Broader Impacts’ Excellence in Mentorship Workshop. Designed for graduate students, this workshop focuses on how to prepare for mentees in the lab and meaningfully involve them in the research process. Lunch is provided. Register by Monday, May 4.
Wednesday, June 3; 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Room 322, Jordan Hall of Science
Educational and Research Opportunities
Learning at Work Academy: Digital Literacy Program
The Learning at Work Academy is designed to help you build skills in a variety of areas. Classes are taught by teachers from the South Bend Community Schools and are held on campus. This course, offered in three different levels, is designed to help you feel comfortable with computers and mobile devices. Register online.
Tuesday, May 5; 1 to 3 p.m. in the Computer Lab (Room 107), Mason Services Center
Thursday, May 7; 1 to 3 p.m.
Monday, May 18; 1 to 3 p.m.
Wednesday, May 20; 1 to 3 p.m.
New Library Catalog Coming Soon: Save Your Favorites by May 30
On June 15, the Hesburgh Libraries will launch FiNDit, a new search platform for the library catalog that will replace the current platform, which is nearly 20 years old and is being retired by the vendor. Read the full announcement from the dean.
Get ready for the transition before the summer. Check to see if you have any “Favorited” records saved in the current system now—they will not migrate forward. Click here for step-by-step instructions to check that off your list.
Faith and Service
Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition Volunteers Needed
The 53rd Annual Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition is seeking volunteers to help during the weekend of May 8–10 at the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center and O’Neill Hall of Music. Musical experience is not necessary. For more information, contact Miki Strabley at miki@fischoff.org.
Friday, May 8; volunteer shifts available from 7:15 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 9; volunteer shifts available from 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Sunday, May 10; volunteer shifts available from 8 a.m. to 6:15 p.m.
Lectures and Presentations
IU School of Medicine–SB Mini Med School Lecture Series, Spring 2026
May 6 lecture: “Screen Smart: What Every Adult Should Know About Cancer Screening” presented by Dr. Matthew DuPre, Memorial Hospital Family Medicine Residency Faculty, and Beacon Medical Group E. Blair Warner Family Medicine Center. Review the full lecture series schedule.
Wednesday, May 6; 7 p.m. in the IU School of Medicine-SB, 1st Source Auditorium, Raclin Carmichael Hall, 1234 N. Notre Dame Ave., South Bend
Seminar: “Robot Learning from Suboptimal Demonstrations to Action-Free Videos”
The Data, AI, and Computing Working Group on Physical AI hosts Matthew Walter from Toyota Technological Institute at Chicago for a seminar that will explore how robots can transcend the limitations of sparse rewards by learning from suboptimal demonstrations and raw, action-free video data to master complex real-world tasks.
Friday, May 8; 2 to 3 p.m. in Room 140, DeBartolo Hall
Safety, Parking, and Traffic
Student Move-Out Parking Lot Closures
As move-out begins, please be aware of parking lot closures and relocation requirements. The following lots will close the evening of Tuesday, May 5: Walsh, Rugby, and Dorr. All vehicles must be moved from these lots by noon Wednesday, May 6. Vehicles remaining may be impounded at the owner’s expense. Students may continue to park in: Lake, Bulla Student, Baseball, Compton, Joyce, and Wilson Student (G pass).
Additionally, Fischer Faculty/Staff Lot and a portion of the Bookstore North Lot will close the evening of Thursday, May 7. The parking lots reopen and return to normal operations Monday, May 11.
Social Gatherings
Frog Fest
Frog Fest is a free, family-friendly evening celebrating nature, science, and, of course, frogs. Enjoy interactive science activities, lawn games, free food, a raffle, a visit from the Potawatomi Zoo staff, and plenty of frogs. This year’s event is sponsored by the Biology Graduate Student Organization, the College of Science, the Department of Biological Sciences, Josh’s Frogs, and the Notre Dame Environmental Humanities Initiative. Register online.
Saturday, May 9; 6:30 to 9 p.m. on the Hesburgh Library Lawn
Tech Tips, Toools, and IT Maintenance
Learn About 1Password This World Password Day
The Information Security Office will be celebrating World Password Day Thursday, May 7. Find them outside the OIT Service Desk at Room 115, DeBartolo Hall, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., where they’ll be sharing information about 1Password and handing out lots of snacks and treats to help you get through exams. Stop by to learn more and fuel up.
Make Sure Your Final Grades Include Everything
Instructors can send final grades directly to the registrar’s system from Canvas, but there are a couple things you’ll want to do to confirm that all grades are accurate and accounted for before that final submission.
We Are All ND
Campus-wide Accessibility Awareness Training
The University is committed to promoting a culture that respects the dignity of every person, particularly the most vulnerable. On Tuesday, April 28, employees received an email with access to a training module, called “Accessibility Awareness Training,” covering the University’s accommodation process for individuals with a qualified medical condition, disability, pregnancy, or pregnancy-related condition. All employees are asked to complete the training by Monday, May 11.
People Leaders can access a discussion guide to use in facilitating continued conversation on these topics. Navigate to the Self-Service Center to find the discussion guide.
Also This Week ...
Move-Out Donation and Waste Receptacles
Dumpsters and donation collection bins will be popping up around residence halls to prepare for spring move-out, which begins officially on May 4. Please be aware of signage before dumping anything into bins. Only place items in a bin if you know where they’re going (check labels for food, recycling, donations, etc.). Bins filling up with materials outside of their intended use can disrupt collection efforts. During the May 2025 move-out, Notre Dame students donated nearly 39,000 pounds of items to Goodwill and 2,021 pounds of nonperishable food to the Food Bank of Northern Indiana. Let’s keep it going! Learn more at green.nd.edu/move-out.
Hesburgh Library Spring Finals Hours
The Hesburgh Library is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, through 11:00 p.m. Friday, May 8. Find all branch and service desk hours at library.nd.edu/hours.
Hesburgh Library Summer Hours
Hesburgh Library will have summer hours from Friday, May 8, through Saturday, August 22. The library will be open 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, and 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. The library will be closed for the holidays Monday, May 25 (Memorial Day) and Saturday, July 4. Find all branch and service desk hours at library.nd.edu/hours.
Still Time to Register for Summer Online Courses
Are you interested in enhancing your skills or diving into big ideas this summer? There is still time to register for Summer Online courses. These are fully online, credit-bearing Notre Dame courses that feature small class sizes with convenient meeting times. Your employee educational benefits can be used to help pay for courses for you, your spouse, or your children.
Originally published by at ndworks.nd.edu on May 04, 2026.