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We Are All Notre Dame

As a Catholic research university, Notre Dame is committed to defending the dignity of every human person, to promoting a just society in which every person can flourish, and to attending particularly to the needs of the most vulnerable.

What We Believe

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Building Bridges to a Beloved Community

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Notre Dame Stories of Inclusion

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ND Works Podcast: Becoming more global with Michael Pippenger

Pippenger walks us through all that Notre Dame Global is, its impact on the world, and how you might be able to get involved.

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  1. StoryWalk

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    Location: Charles B. Hayes Family Sculpture Park

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Sister Thea Bowman Center Open House

August 21 | Stop by to learn how the Sister Thea Bowman Center helps students build community, find support, and develop a strong sense of belonging at Notre Dame. Home to Multicultural Student Programs and Services, the Gender Relations Center, and the Office of Student Enrichment, the Center is located on the second floor of LaFortune Student Center.

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  • Walk the Walk Week 2026

    Join us as we commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy and renew our commitment to building the Beloved Community on campus and beyond.

  • Engage Our Commitments

    As a Catholic university, we are committed to defending the dignity of every human person and promoting a just society where every person can flourish.