A blast...

More to come...

...from the past. Thanks to Neil Sielski '15, we have an insight into Notre Dame's past. Through a patient, Sielski came into possession of the Notre Dame Student Manual from 1941.

This week's installment from the 1941 Notre Dame Student Manual, page 23, d:

"Before leaving the grounds of the University the student must register in the Office of the Rector, and, on returning, with the night watchman."

The Sted's running man...

Hansen with his Steds fan club 

...runs really fast! Kirk Hansen, Steds junior and member of the ND Men's Track and Field team, recently ran in the 800m race at the ACC Indoor Track and Field Championships at the Loftus Sports Center. Suffice it to say, attending this event was an opportunity to see some of the best athletes across the nation compete, but most of all, it was an opportunity to  see Notre Dame's very own, Kirk Hansen. Hearing that he was racing, Stedsmen came en masse and watched him compete. While Hansen came within a hair of qualifying, fans were not disappointed as they saw a great race. On seeing Hansen really, really fast, Sam Bradley said, "I hear he got so fast from all the ladies that chase after him."

To see Hansen run, click HERE.

Your Sunday picture...

Beautiful blue skies and clouds

...from Notre Dame. Here's a view of the Basilica of the Sacred Heart from the "Sorinville" courtyard which is located east of Carol Sander Hall and northwest of the Main Building. It's a sunny day, but there is a strong chill in the air- most fitting for the season. Today's weather is a far cry from last Sunday's where temps were in the mid 60's. Enjoy your Sunday wherever you may be!

Saturday's Squirrel.

Busy

It's a busy time for our furry friends at Notre Dame. With a very mild winter leaving the ground completely exposed, campus squirrels are out and about digging up everything that they buried in the fall. How do they remember what is where? Well, they're not telling. But as you can imagine, it's all very much like looking for a buried treasure... more of an art than a science. On searching for buried nuts, this squirrel non-verbaled, "Nuts! I thought that this was the place!"

A mullet throwback...

Kempf and Cote: Euro Trash and the second to last Air Bender

...is the order of the day. It's been about two weeks since victory was declared in the battle against malaria, but there many lingering memories and pictures left from that heroic struggle that brought the best out of so many Gentlemen and their scalps. Two Gentlemen who were leading the charge were seniors Max Kempf and Ben Cote, who took it upon themselves to hold nothing back... and in Max's case, not even eye brows! Not to be outdone, Cote got a haircut in the style of the Last Airbender... outlandish indeed. On his unique coiffure, Cote said, "Inspirational. Stylish. Practical. I chose this haircut. It is all these things and more because, as always, it's for the kids!"

When it's warm, it's...

Feels like April!

...warm! The past couple days, the winter temps have been well above fifty degrees. Matter of fact, for the last couple of days, temps have been in the 60's. Suffice it to say, it has been odd, but nevertheless, it is much appreciated. Without missing an unseasonable moment, matriculating students have taken to the quads, capturing every warm ray from the sun. On the warm weather, a resident from the upper Mid West said, "Just wait... just wait."

You had to be...

Waiting for the next installment...

... at Geddes Hall last night to understand the nuisances of Fr. Terry Ehrman's lecture. Entitled "A Broader Vision of Reality: Integral Ecology Within the Great Lakes Watershed," Fr. Terry gave the initial lecture in a series of seven that examine ecological issues of the Great Lakes in light of theology, biology, and the recent Papal encyclical "Laudato Si." On attending the lecture, an unnamed Stedsman said, "And I thought that he just preached long."

The House of...

Cervantez: Finals bound...

...Pain continues. Last week saw the start of Bengal Bouts, and Steds boxers took to the ring... six in total. With training starting late last semester, the guys were ready to box. With preliminaries over and quarterfinals starting today, Steds still has a presence in the ring with Jackson "Sly" Fox '17 and Alex " Aztec Warrior" Cervantez '18 advancing. On his match, Cervantez, "Ask me for a quote when I get to the Finals... there's not much to say now except that I am going to win tonight."

It was a...

Losers to the left and winners to the right

...team effort. Yes, it was a team effort that allowed the third floor to take down the second floor in a Ultimate Frisbee friendly. The friendly wasn't so much a friendly as it was a showdown between the the 2nd and 3rd floor RAs, Max Kempf and Brandon Ruggles, who have been at each other since the students arrived in August. With perfect weather conditions and teams being of equal skill and number, it truly was a showdown. On the outcome, Ruggles said, "On the winning play, I swear I saw James Moremen take on the form of Tom Brady - Kempf's longstanding idol - as he shredded up the second floor's makeshift defense. We're proud to add another trophy to the third floor's rich history of success”

Your Sunday picture...

Spring seems to have sprung

...from Notre Dame. There was been an early taste of spring as temperatures have broken into the low 60's for the past couple of days. And the timing couldn't have been better with this being Junior Parents Weekend. Here's a view of South Quad and this Sunday's beautiful blue sky. Enjoy your Sunday wherever you may be!

Saturday's Squirrel.

Full dumpster: Squirrel's delight

Our furry friends are very friendly and inquisitive. While we think of them as only looking for free handouts, our friends are really trying to make new friends... friends who, yes,  may give free handouts from time to time. Still, they always desire our friendship and attention EXCEPT when they have found a full dumpster. On encountering a furry friend in a dumpster by the Main Building, the squirrel non-verbaled, "Get lost."

They gave it...

Certainly the best dressed on the ice

...the old college go. That's what can be said of the Steds inter-hall hockey team this year. The season started with high expectations as senior talent returned and new freshmen talent was added. Yes, the sky was the limit, but unfortunately, as the season unfolded, players quickly realized that the sky had a lower ceiling. Nevertheless, the Steds hockey team played with spirit and "gentlemanly class" that only they could bring to the rink. On the season conclusion, Nick Girardi, team captain and Steds senior, said, "When you average less than a goal a game, it’s time to hang them up. Thanks for the memories!"

A blast...

More to come...

...from the past. Thanks to Neil Sielski '15, we have an insight into Notre Dame's past. Through a patient, Sielski came into possession of the Notre Dame Student Manual from 1941.

This week's installment from the 1941 Notre Dame Student Manual, page 13, #81:

"The possession of a 'pony,' or a 'crib,' or the presence of an open book in an examination is considered sufficient evidence of unfair work." 

It's raining cats and dogs...

St. Joseph's Lake, St. Mary's Lake, AND Lake Jesus

...Lake Jesus has once again appeared on campus. Yes, the recent heavy rains have given us Lake Jesus, a body of water that appears in front of the Grotto. How long does it stay? Who knows, but the geese aren't dallying around. They are taking advantage of this temporary lake doing whatever geese do in such situations. On the appearance of Lake Jesus, Fr. Terry Ehrman, C.S.C., said, "The appearance... and disappearance... of Lake Jesus reminds us of his birth and ascension."

They have...

A very special delivery

...arrived! Yes, thanks to Katie of Girl Scout Troop 30770 has delivered love that come in box... Girl Scout cookies. From Thin Mints to Caramel Delights, from Peanut Butter Sandwiches to S'mores, the Gentlemen will have a sweet and delicious Valentine's Day. On receiving the special delivery, Steds Hall mailman, Danny Szydlowski, said, "Why didn't I buy any Girl Scout cookies??!!" Good question indeed Danny... a good question indeed!

There's a rival...

Step on more grapes...

...hall sage at Steds! Usually, we hear the wise adages from the occupant of room 309, but lately, another wisdom figure has emerged... and he's across the hallway in room 310! Both have wise, yet witty, sayings that make them both wisdom figures not just for the 3rd floor but the entire Hall. Will you be a devotee of the savant in room 309 or 310?  Who's wisdom will reign supreme? On the emergence of this new sage, an unnamed Stedsman said, "I now know what the ancient Greeks experienced... should I follow Socrates, Plato or Aristotle? What about the others... Xenophon, Heraclitus, or Epicurus? Still yet, what about Pythagoras and his theorem?"

Your Sunday picture...

Happy Sunday!

...from Notre Dame. Here's a view of Mary and the Main Building from Sorin Hall, the second oldest residence hall. Even on a dreary day this view can raise one's spirits! Enjoy your Sunday wherever you may be!

Saturday's Squirrel.

Trash can diving at its finest

With this year's winter having long periods of mild temperatures, our furry friends have been out and about campus. One favorite place to be is the Steds patio trash can. Perhaps it's the location. Maybe it's the fare that the trash can has to offer. Whatever it is, it's a popular hangout with our furry friends. On the Steds trash can, our furry friend non-verbaled, "There's always immediate seating here."

A blast...

More to come...

...from the past. Thanks to Neil Sielski '15, we have an insight into Notre Dame's past. Through a patient, Sielski came into possession of the Notre Dame Student Manual from 1941.

This week's installment from the 1941 Notre Dame Student Manual, page 34:

"The object of the Students' Council is to provide an effective channel of communication between the student-body and the University authorities by crystallizing and making effective the sanest of student opinions, traditions, and customs, under the general supervision of the Faculty Council."

The strife is over...

President Ryan congratulating Commissioner Lupo for a job well done

...and the battle's won! Thanks to our brave, mulleted Gentlemen and to all of you who supported them from the home front with contributions to Nothing But Nets, our enemy, malaria, was been dealt a serious blow. Indeed, with the fundraising goal surpassed and over $8,000 raised, the enemy is in full retreat. While the battle is won, the war will continue until that day when our malaria is completely vanquished! On the success of campaign, past Mullets Commissioner, Parker Mathes, said, "As a past commissioner, it excites me to see the number of Stedsmen that gathered last Thursday in support of our noble cause. In particular, it was the freshman class that were the backbone for this year’s campaign. They bravely offered their hair (sometimes skulls like Danny Felton), and I am confident in their ability, excitement, and resolve to carry on this war against malaria, making it a long-lived Steds tradition!"

As all forces are standing down, demobilizing and demulleting, until our next engagement with the enemy, let's take a look at those brave young men who went to the front for the cause of good and right.

"I may look like a fool, but the mullet is for a good cause so I don't feel like one," said freshman Matt Turk '20

"I did it for the kids," said freshman Gabriel Solorzano '20

"In the struggle against diseases of the modern era, it seems again that the good guys have overcome," said junior Alex Schelhorn '18

"All day casual, all night party...but always fighting against malaria," said sophomore Gabriel Chapman '19

More Mullets...

Sophomore Ben Worth '19

Senior Jackson Cummings '17

Sophomore Corey Gayheart '19

Senior Patrick Yerkes '17

Sophomore Joe Kimlinger '19

Sophomore Peter Schelble '19

Senior Liam Heneghan '17

Less we forget the locks of hair...

BEFORE PHOTO: A young kid full of smiles...

...that have been shed, let us remember those who have taken up a mullet for the cause. One Gentleman who is doing his duty for King and Hall is sophomore Joe Trzaska. A mild mannered engineering student, Trzaska hears the call of this noble cause and gladly offered his hair growing ability to battle the enemy- malaria. On getting a mullet, Trzaska said, "I don't think I've ever looked more charitable - truly a win-win."

It's day seven of the battle, but you can STILL do your part for the cause. To do YOUR part to fight malaria and bring our Gentlemen's coiffures back to normal, click HERE.

AFTER PHOTO: ...A man ready to do battle!

Less we forget the locks of hair...

Lupo: Back off. Your hairstyle has...

...that have been shed, let us remember those who have taken up a mullet for the cause. One Gentleman who is doing his duty for King and Hall is sophomore Matt Lupo. It is also important to point out that Lupo is at the front, literally and figuratively, of this battle against malaria as he is the Mullets Against Malaria Commissioner. As commissioner, Lupo has not been a leader, leading from behind, perish the thought! On getting a mullet, Commissioner Lupo said, "I'd always thought of myself as kind of a nerd, a loser, a dweeb, things like that, but when I got the mullet I was suddenly the coolest guy on campus. Not only was I being charitable, but I had the coolest haircut imaginable."

It's day six of the battle, but you can STILL do your part for the cause. To do YOUR part to fight malaria and bring our Gentlemen's coiffures back to normal, click HERE.

...on my mullet!

Less we forget the locks of hair...

BEFORE PHOTO: Pfc. O'Donnell, all smiles...

...that have been shed, let us remember those who taken up a mullet for the cause. One Gentleman who is doing his duty to King and Hall is freshman Brendan O'Donnell. Yes, Brendan was one of the brave, young Gentlemen who was "mulleted" last week in the Flounge (Steds First Floor Lounge). After getting his mullet, Brendan went to a local restaurant, and as he was looking at the menu, a waitress told him to "mull it" over. On getting a mullet for the cause, O'Donnell said, "How could I not? I think it's great that I'm spreading awareness for a good cause AND getting a sweet haircut out of the deal."

It's day five of the battle, but you can STILL do your part for the cause. To do YOUR part to fight malaria and bring our Gentlemen's coiffures back to normal, click HERE.

AFTER PHOTO: O'Donnell looking sharper than ever

Your Sunday picture...

Close your eyes, and let's go!

...from somewhere else. Sorry, but the view from campus is a bleak and dreary one, and it should be. After all, February in Northern Indiana is a most unforgiven month. So, if you're in place like Northern Indiana, here's a picture from somewhere else that we all can escape to. Close your eyes and forget the cold and clouds! Enjoy your Sunday wherever you be... physically or mentally. 

Oh, yes... there were FIVE morning doves.

A break from the...

How many doves?

...war is the order of the day. Yes, let's take a break from the war on malaria and buoy our spirits with a blast of nature here at Notre Dame. Even though it is winter, more and more wildlife is slowing returning, particularly our feathered friends. Here is a picture of morning doves in a campus tree. Can you see how many there are? Look for the answer tomorrow. 

Less we forget the locks of hair...

BEFORE PHOTO: Pfc. Ryan, all smiles...

...that have been shed, let us remember those who taken up a mullet for the cause. One Gentleman who is doing his duty to King and Hall is sophomore Johnny Ryan. Yes, Johnny was one of the brave, young Gentlemen who was "mulleted" yesterday in the Flounge (Steds First Floor Lounge). Despite being confused for a lady in the Bookstore earlier in the day, Johnny's spirit and resolve to fight the enemy did not waned in the least! On getting a mullet, Ryan said, "I regret that I have but one scalp to give for this righteous cause!" 

To do YOUR part to fight malaria and bring our Gentlemen's coiffures back to normal, click HERE.

AFTER PHOTO: A handsome mullet with envious onlookers!

It's WAR!

Pfc. Andrew Bennis: Headed to the front with nothing but a mullet

The Gentlemen have declared war on plasmodium falciparum... also known as malaria. The war will be demanding and the price for victory will not be cheap. The Gentlemen know this full well, yet they are willing to risk everything and head to front lines for "king and hall." Their bravery makes foes tremble and friends take heart. Tonight, in the Flounge, there was no shortage of courage as many young men received their mullet and marching orders. On seeing the courage of so many young men, Fr. Terry said, "If courage were coin of the realm, then there would be no paupers. To war!"

To do your part to fight malaria and bring our Gentlemen's coiffures back to normal, click HERE.

A blast...

More to come...

...from the past. Thanks to Neil Sielski '15, we have an insight into Notre Dame's past. Through a patient, Sielski came into possession of the Notre Dame Student Manual from 1941.

This week's installment from the 1941 Notre Dame Student Manual, page 26:

"Any sort of rowdyism or other ungentlemanly conduct in the dining hall will result in the immediate separation of the student from the University."