Let's not forget...

Feldman: Engaged in German study by himself...

… those on vacation in Europe. Yes, there are some who are STILL on vacation in Europe because some are STILL studying abroad. Hard to believe, but it’s true. Could there be that much study to do in Europe? One person who is still "at the books" is Stedsman Nate Fellman, who is studying in Heidelberg, Germany. While all of his fellow Stedsmen have returned from their three month European vacations, Fellman continues... all the way to the end of July! But don’t cry for Fellman because Deutschland is taking care of him, especially when it comes to liquid refreshment. During his time away, Fellman has enjoyed fantastic German beer, and without any doubt, it’s been an aid of sorts as it loosens the tongue, helping one to speak a better German. On his enjoyment of German beer, Nate’s mom said, “It's not just blessing but also a necessity because yakking in Deutsch all day long has to make him thirsty."

... and with friends!

What are they...

Summering in Ireland: McClimon, Bass, and Fay

... doing? Yes, what are our Stedsmen doing now that they no longer have classes to attend, papers to procrastinate writing, nor any thing else for that matter? Indeed, what are they doing this summer?! Well, some are enjoying a bit of studying abroad as well as leisure time in Ireland. A trio of Stedsmen, Drew McClimon, Kyle Bass, and Eoghan Fay are all in Ireland, touring about yes… but learning nevertheless. On summering in Ireland, McClimon shared, "We all had the luck of the Irish to win the residence hall lottery and be in Steds, but I never would’ve thought that the Irish people would have the luck of hosting the Stedsmen."

Your Sunday picture...

... from Notre Dame. The flying of flags over the stadium may not be unique, but take a closer look and you'll see a most unique flag. Yes, that's right. That's a Billy Joel flag you see along side the Notre Dame flag. The postponed Billy Joel concert, postponed for two years, finally took place this weekend, drawing fans of all ages to the Notre Dame Stadium. With rain holding off and a nice breeze blowing, concert goers enjoyed a two hour plus concert where all the favorites were sung. Enjoy, and enjoy your Sunday wherever you may be!

For video, click HERE.

What's going at

More to come

... at campus? Curious? Well, a lot of things. New buildings are going up, like the new research building over by McCourtney Hall, while others, like Alumni Hall, are being renovated. But something is happening at Steds! Yes, something is happening in the second lounge, the Gregorian Lounge. What's happening? Well, you'll just have to stay tuned. On the second floor happenings, Fr. Ralph said, "I can't wait until it's all done. The kids are going to love it, really."

What are they...

Lynch with his patron, St. Edward...

... doing? Yes, what are our Stedsmen doing now that they no longer have classes to attend, papers to procrastinate writing, nor any thing else for that matter? Indeed, what are they doing these days?! Well, one Stedsman is enjoying some leisure time in merry old England. Before heading off to his summer internship, Michael Lynch, former Steds President and rising senior, visited England with his family, and while there, he made a stop to Westminster Abbey. While there, he paid his respects to none other than St. (King) Edward! With its foundation laid by St. Edward, the abbey is where he is buried. 

Still, another Stedsman was in London, Cullen Geahigan, and while there, he saw the Crown of St. Edward. St Edward's Crown is the centrepiece of the Crown Jewels of the United Kingdom. Named after Edward the Confessor, it has been traditionally used to crown English and British monarches at their coronations since the 13th century. On seeing the crown, Geahigan said, "Could we get one for Steds?"

... and Geahigan with his crown.

They're getting married!

The happy couple: Anatasia and Ryan

It's true. They're getting married! Ryan Masjak '15, Stedsman, and Anatasia Evanich '15 are to be married this August at Old St. Mary's in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Congratulations and best wishes to Ryan and Anatasia respectively! More to come. On their upcoming nuptials, John Wetzel ‘16, Stedsman and a recently married man, said, "Ryan and Anastasia were a match you could see coming from all the way across the quad. We've all thought they'd marry...even before they were dating! It's great to see them make it official!" 

Saturday squirrel.

Taking five

Our furry friends are taking a break this week so that another campus neighbor can have the spotlight. Who's stepping in this Saturday? Chipmunks. Like the squirrels, chipmunks are all over the place, doing whatever it is that they do. While they are always scurrying about, sometimes you see them taking a break, and that was the case with this chipmunk. Spotted in St. Edward's Park, this chipmunk took a break in the fence outside of Steds. On being spotted taking a break, this chipmunk non-verbaled, "I have a lot to do before my next nut."

It's official!

Mr. & Mrs. Wetzel with Fr. Ralph and...

Yes, they got married! It's true. This gentleman has a heart as big as his home state of Texas, and this lady is at the heart of it all, just like Ohio, her home state. John Wetzel '16 and Kelsey Kilbane of OSU were married at the St. Patrick’s Church in Cleveland, Ohio, making a most beautiful day even more beautiful. With Fr. Ralph witnessing and surrounded by their families and friends, Kelsey and John exchanged theirs vows with joy and happiness- and a good deal of emotion too. On Kelsey marrying into the Steds Family, Michael Flannigan '16, best man and Rhode Islander, shared, "This weekend Kelsey joined the Steds family with her wedding to Wetzel. Like the other brothers in our family she was welcomed through the proverbial doors by Fr Ralph. She'll be a strong addition and should help our stats significantly in alumni dorm sporting events."

... the Steds Family... 

... everyone y'all...

... a great cake...

... and everyone had fun!

 

Late...

Steds Class of 2020: Looking sharp... 

... but certainly appreciated. Finally, the Class of 2020 graduation. Oh, though they graduated virtually in 2020, but this year, 2022, they graduated in-person. Even though the exercises were slightly truncated, graduation was a real celebration. Held over the Memorial Day Weekend, graduation was a four day ordeal with every day having a various events to attend. Suffice it say, the Steds Class of 2020 was present  in a big way and brought a touch of class to the entire affair. On finally graduating, Will Connolly '20, shared, "The weekend was so wonderful that it almost seemed too good to be true. But our experience senior year almost seemed too unlucky to be true. So, I felt we deserved sunny and 80 degrees with our friends and families for a few days."

Congratulations to the Class of 2020 for finally graduating.

... and smart!

Your Sunday picture...

Always a sight to behold

... from Notre Dame. Here is a view of Mary, the Main Building, and the Basilica from the north side of St. Joseph's. The explosion of green and blues skies denotes the warmer temps. Gone is the dreariness of April and early May. Now, everything is pointing to summer! Enjoy, and enjoy your Sunday wherever you may be!

What is happening...

 

Requiescat in pace: Subway

... at La Fortune? Yes, what is all the construction about? Well, the campus Subway has left the building, making way for a new eatery. Why the departure? Well, Subway, a long time favorite among students, just wasn't fresh as it once was. A causality of more discerning and demanding palates, Subway now joins Burger King, Buen Provecho, and Sbarro on the heap of abandoned and discarded campus eateries. What will replace Subway? Well, you'll just have to stay tuned. On the new eatery, an unnamed University official stated, "The students are going to love it... I guarantee it!"

As the sun...

Like... Lovin' It

... sets and brings a close to a perfect day, so too for a brief Californian respite. The party is over. Yes, time goes by fast when you're having fun, and that was certainly the case during the visit. Visiting the Stedsmen and their families in the area as well as the wider Notre Dame family, makes one wish we could all be Californian, but alas, we cannot. On his time in California, Fr. Ralph said, "A big thank you to all our Steds Family of California Western Steds was just what the doctor ordered. I am tan, rested and ready to go. Send me in Coach Freeman!" 

Best of...

...the Gentlemen's Monthly. Yes, FOUR years ago today, here was today's posting. Enjoy this blast from the not so distance past. 

What are they...

Yankees: Gambardella, Youssef, and Kelly 

… up to? Yes, what are the Stedsmen up to as they summer? Hopefully, it’s something that’s away from Steds, and of course, fun. Over the summer we’ll occasionally hear what they are up to, and today, we have one such story. Recently, Josh Gambardella, Paul Youssef, and Will Kelly all engaged in America’s pastime as they took in a Yankee’s baseball game. While their choice of teams is questionable, they nevertheless enjoyed the game. On the game, Gambardella said, “The Yankee win was absolutely glorious but not quite as glorious as the uniting of these three Gentlemen in the Bronx. Also, ‘Hi Mom!’” I can’t question that.

Enjoy your summer wherever you may be!

What are they...

Buckendorf (R) with his Avs friends

... doing? Yes, what are our Stedsmen doing now that they no longer have classes to attend, papers to procrastinate writing, nor any thing else for that matter? Indeed, what are they doing these days?! Well, one Stedsman is enjoying some leisure time with friends while taking in NHL Western Conference Final. A native Coloradan, Jake Buckendorf, is pulling for his Avalanche, who, if they defeat the Houston Oilers, will be in playing in the Championship and the Stanley Cup, something they haven't done since 2001. On the Avalanche taking the first game on the conference final, Buckendorf shared , "Rocking the Steds threads in the Western Conference Finals, it's what you do. Go Steds, Go Irish, Go America, and... GO AVS!"